Turn your level 5 qualification into a University of London degree

BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up)

Complete your BA (Hons) in just 1 year. Accelerated 12-month pathway validated by Birkbeck. 

Duration: 1-year | In-person | London

Start in June or October 2026

£9,535 (Domestic) | £12,000 (International) | Funding available

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Programme at a glance

Turn your existing Level 5 qualification (HND, DipHE) into a prestigious BA (Hons) without restarting your education. Delivered at Birkbeck’s Euston Road campus, this course offers the perfect balance: the academic weight of a degree validated by Birkbeck, University of London, combined with the personalised support of Bloomsbury Institute- ranked 2nd in the UK for Overall Student Positivity. By joining the June 2026 intake, you enter a streamlined sprint aimed at ambitious learners. You will study strategic management, leadership, and innovation in small, focused cohorts.

The curriculum is dual-purpose: aligned with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), it equips you with professional management skills while you earn your degree. You will graduate by March 2027, ready to enter the job market or start a Master’s months ahead of the competition.

Why Bloomsbury Institute?

University of London Validated

Enter the workforce a year early; save £9k+ in tuition and £15k+ in living costs. Graduate with a degree awarded by Birkbeck, University of London, borrowing 200 years of academic heritage. University of London Validated.

CMI Accredited

Our course is aligned with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), giving you a professional management pathway alongside your degree.

The June Advantage

Start in June and finish your degree by March 2027, months ahead of standard September graduates.

Ranked #2 in London

We are ranked 2nd in London for Learning Opportunities (NSS 2025), ensuring your education is practical and supported.


What makes Bloomsbury Institute different?

Student Satisfaction

Ranked #1
London for Accounting, Finance, and Law (NSS 2025).

Employability

92% of Business graduates are in work/study within 15 months.
(HESA Student Records 2023/24 & UCAS 2025)

Retention Bonus

£4,000 Postgraduate Credit for BIL Alumni

Course Validation

All courses validated by Birkbeck, University of London


Frequently asked questions

Am I eligible for this Top-Up?

You are eligible if you hold a relevant Level 5
qualification, such as a Higher National Diploma (HND), Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE), or 240 credits in a business-related subject.

Where is the course taught?

You will study at Birkbeck’s Euston Road campus. This gives you access to world-class learning facilities and the massive Birkbeck Library (300,000+ resources), all while retaining the close- knit community feel of Bloomsbury Institute.

How fast will I graduate?

 If you start on 08 June 2026, you will complete your degree by 26 March 2027. This accelerated timeline allows you to secure a full undergraduate degree in under one academic year. 

Can I progress to a Master’s?

Yes. Graduates are eligible for our MBA or MSc Management. As a Bloomsbury graduate, you will be eligible for a £4,000 Postgraduate Credit, making your master's significantly more affordable.

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