Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Year 2 & 3 Direct Entry), BA Hons
Companies need to source and buy materials, so procurement and purchasing skills are much in demand. Our business logistics and supply chain management graduates have the skills to meet this need.
This direct entry degree allows you to specialise in business logistics and supply chain management in sectors such as retail, service, manufacturing and fashion. You'll study modules in project management, negotiations, purchasing and international supply chain management.
This programme helps to meet a demand for qualified personnel who can efficiently source and buy materials and resources. Our graduates have gone on to roles in buying, procurement and logistics in companies such as KPMG, ASDA and Ford.
Course/institution codes
N282 G BA/BPSCM2
Location
Duration
1-2 years full-time
Start month
September
Home* /international fees 2025/26
拢9,535 /拢18,500
What you should know about this course
* The Department for Education has indicated that it intends to raise the Home tuition fee limit from 拢9,250 to 拢9,535 for 2025/26.
What you will study
About the course team
We are an experienced team of academics and industry professionals. Trained postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching with their latest research-led insight. Our teaching is informed by research and consultancy work.
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Entry requirements
This course is for Overseas students from outside the UK who have already studied 1 or 2 years of a relevant course at Level 4 or 5 and wish to continue their education at the 秋葵视频.
We teach BA (Hons) Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management for students who do not meet this entry criteria.
秋葵视频 accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses. If you cannot find your country on this list, please contact international@gre.ac.uk.
For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.
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Available to overseas students?
Yes
Can I use Prior Learning?
Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.
How you will learn
Teaching
Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.
You can view more information about how each module is taught within our 'What you will study' section.
Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your personal tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials.
Class sizes
Average intake per year is up to 10. Lectures sizes are normally 30-240, and seminars/tutorials are 15-30. This varies by module, if shared between degrees.
Independent learning
Outside of timetabled sessions, you'll need to dedicate self-study time (around 20-30 hours per week) to prepare for coursework, presentations and exams.
You can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support further reading and research.
Overall workload
Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, assessments, and field trips. Each credit equates to around 10 hours of study. Contact hours may vary depending on your modules.
In addition, during the week you can also:
- Attend additional support classes in some modules
- Attend guest lectures from industry experts
- Take part in employability and enterprise workshops
- Join .
Assessment
You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.
Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
Feedback summary
We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.
Dates and timetables
The academic year runs from September to June.
Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please use our contact form.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home* | 拢9,535 | N/A | N/A |
| International | 拢18,500 | N/A | N/A |
University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were 拢10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.
(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).
* The Department for Education has indicated that it intends to raise the Home tuition fee limit from 拢9,250 to 拢9,535 for 2025/26.
Home tuition fee limits: Find out more
Other costs
Further costs may include (but are not limited to):
- Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies, as well as specific computer software. Our Stockwell Street library offers a extensive range of books for loan, as well as access to journals and digital resources.
- Field Trips: If there are any field trips, students may need to pay their travel costs.
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.
The Greenwich Bursary
This bursary is worth 拢700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.
EU Bursary
Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.
Financial support
We want your time at university to be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress, so planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.
Careers and placements
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Our graduates have gone on to roles in buying, procurement and logistics, and succeeded as supply chain managers, project managers and operations managers. This is one of the few undergraduate degrees in purchasing offered in the UK, and our graduates are sought after by employers such as ASDA, KPMG and Ford.
Are internships available?
The University’s Employability Team may advertise internship opportunities which are made available to the University and which the team feel are appropriate for 秋葵视频 students. Internships鈥痑re usually shorter opportunities ranging from 5 working days to 6 months and may be part-time or full-time. Depending on the nature and duration of the internship it may be something that can be done alongside study or it may be something that can only be done over the summer. If your internship is eligible, you can receive a .
Do you provide employability services?
Yes - Our Employability Service is here to bring you one step closer to your dream career through 1-2-1 guidance, flagship events and workshops, job opportunities, mentoring and more. Their service is free and tailored to ensure you have access to the best career opportunities. Find out more at: /careers
Support and advice
Academic skills and study support
Access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.
Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.
Support from the department
Our Greenwich Employability Passport Scheme will make your CV stand out to employers. It recognises your efforts in part-time work, volunteering, sports and societies during your studies.
If you're interested in starting your own business, our Generator Team can help students start, scale and grow businesses, from the ground up. The Generator also runs the annual Enterprise Challenge competition and #GreHacks.
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