Overview

The Extended Award programme of the University of Sunderland is designed to prepare you for postgraduate study and fast-track your progress into senior business roles. With a strong focus on leadership, global business understanding, and professional development, it offers the academic foundation and real-world insight to help you succeed in a competitive international job market.

Career ready

Your final award will reflect your chosen pathway, allowing you to graduate with a focused, career-relevant qualification.The course features a global curriculum, combining academic research with industry expertise. You’ll benefit from guest lectures by business leaders, such as the CEO of Sunderland AFC and the Head of Sales and Marketing at Divine Chocolate, and have access to professional networking and career support throughout your studies.This course prepares you for leadership roles across various sectors including business, finance, marketing, HR, and international management. Graduates from our business courses have gone on to work at top global companies such as Microsoft, IBM, Nike, Adidas, Procter & Gamble, Lloyds Bank, Marriott Hotels, and the NHS.Whether you're exploring your career direction or ready to specialise, this course offers the academic rigour, industry exposure, and flexibility to help you achieve your goals.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Postgraduate Projects
Research Methods
Study Skills
Analytical skills to investigate a sector-related topic and solve problems
Methods and methodology
Dissertation or project incorporating research methods

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 15 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-11-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

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Most courses are open for applications all year round – but we’d highly recommend applying at least six months before the start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Business Administration Marketing Human Resource Management View 702 other Masters in Business Administration in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Third Class

English requirements

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for this course, you'll need a Third Class Honours degree, or equivalent.
Overseas applicants must have a score of 6.0 on the British Council Testing Scheme.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18335 GBP / year

≈ 18335 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9000 GBP / year

≈ 9000 GBP / year

Living costs

Sunderland

United Kingdom

758 - 1438 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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English requirements

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General requirements

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