Business and Health BSc
London, Stratford (UCL East)
This is the programme information for 2026 entry
If you require details of the previous year's programme, Business and Health BSc (2025), click here
UCL's Business and Health BSc is a three-year degree that enables you to explore a core business curriculum including accounting, marketing, finance, strategy, and entrepreneurship coupled with cutting-edge courses in health and healthcare.
Study mode
Duration
UK tuition fees (2025/26)
Overseas tuition fees (2025/26)
Programme starts
September 2026Application deadline
14 Jan 2026UCAS course code
Entry requirements
- Grades
- ABB
- Subjects
- No specific subjects. At least two A level subjects should be taken from UCL's list of preferred A level subjects.
- GCSEs
- English Language at grade C or 4, plus Mathematics or Statistics at grade C or 4.
Contextual offer information
- Grades
- BBC more about contextual offers
- Subjects
- No specific subjects. At least two A level subjects should be taken from UCL's list of preferred A level subjects.
- GCSEs
- English Language at grade C or 4, plus Mathematics or Statistics at grade C or 4.
- Points
- 34
- Subjects
- A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5.
Contextual offer
- Points
- 30 more about contextual offers
- Subjects
- A total of 15 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5.
UK applicants qualifications
For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:
Equivalent qualification
Pass in Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 30 credits at Distinction, 12 credits at Merit and 3 credits at Pass, all from Level 3 units.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) or BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF - teaching from 2016) with Distinction, Distinction, Distinction.
D3,M1,M1 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects
ABB at Advanced Highers (or A,B at Advanced Higher and B,B,B at Higher)
Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.
Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.
International applications
Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.
Access and widening participation
UCL is committed to widening access to higher education. If you are eligible for Access UCL you do not need to do anything in addition to the standard UCAS application. Your application will be automatically flagged when we receive it.Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates
The Undergraduate Preparatory Certificates (UPC) prepare international students for a UCL undergraduate degree who don’t have the qualifications to enter directly. These intensive one-year foundation courses are taught on our central London campus.
Typical UPC students will be high achievers in a 12-year school system which does not meet the standard required for direct entry to UCL.
For more information see: ucl.ac.uk/upc.
English language requirements
The English language level for this programme is: Level 2
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Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.
A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages & International Education.
Course overview
As organisations and companies explore new ways to support the health sector, the demand for leaders focused on business and health has grown. Merging the two essential fields of business and healthcare, our Business and Health BSc is a dynamic and innovative programme that enables you to become a business-savvy leader in this ever-growing sector.
You’ll learn key principles and practices in business management, which examine accounting, marketing, finance, strategy and entrepreneurship to enable you to become familiar with the core issues concerning planning, organising, leading and controlling activity in the context of health and healthcare.
The programme is designed to enable students to specialise and tailor their experience to their specific needs through a diverse range of modules and specialist routes: Health Science and Healthcare Management.
On the Health Science route, you explore the biological, behavioural, and social aspects of health and disease, providing a broader understanding of health and disease and preparing students for diverse careers in healthcare, research, education, and public health.
On the Healthcare Management route, you focus on the administration, organisation, and leadership of healthcare organisations and systems. You examine the operational and strategic aspects of healthcare delivery, including managing resources, implementing policies, and ensuring efficient and effective healthcare services.
You also have the option to study the three-year BSc or a four-year integrated Master’s, the Business and Health MSci. The MSci includes a one-year placement where students will either study abroad or undertake a work placement, subject to availability.
Whether you decide to do the Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree, you will leave this programme equipped to be a business and health leader in one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in the world.
What this course will give you
UCL is a world-leading university, ranked among the top ten in the QS World University Rankings 2025 and is winner of The Times and Sunday Times University of the Year 2024. The university is also a global leader in public health - ranked 3rd in the world for public health (ShanghaiRankings 2024).
This programme is delivered by UCL’s Global Business School for Health (UCL GBSH), the world’s first business school dedicated to health and healthcare management. We are based at UCL East - right in the heart of the Olympic Park in east London. We are immersed in our communities of east London and in the MedCity knowledge zone of Bloomsbury which is home to UCL’s central campus and research community.
The UCL Global Business School for Health facilitates interactions with employers through numerous Careers Fairs, our in-house careers team, networking opportunities, speaker sessions and our ever-growing UCL GBSH alumni networks.
By understanding both business and health perspectives, you'll be positioned to create sustainable changes that enhance healthcare delivery, improve patient experiences, and optimise resource allocation.
Beyond academia, the UCL student community is vibrant and diverse, offering a welcoming environment where every student can find their place. Living in London provides UCL students with unparalleled opportunities, from access to world-class museums and cultural events to a bustling social scene and numerous career prospects.
Teaching and learning
In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
Upon successful completion of 360 credits, you will be awarded a BSc (Hons) in Business and Health.
Modules
Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change. Modules that are in use for the current academic year are linked for further information. Where no link is present, further information is not yet available.
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In Year 1, you gain a strong basis in core business areas as well as healthcare management.
Year 2 continues with general health and business education, including project management and research methods, and allows students to specialise in either Health Science or Healthcare Management.
All students will study four compulsory modules. Healthcare Management students will then study four compulsory modules with a focus on economics, finance, supply chain management and human resources. Health Science students will focus on modules in population health, infectious diseases, demographics, and a life course approach to health.
In Year 3, you gain a grounding in data analytics, the use of AI and sustainability and you’ll have the opportunity to connect with research in an area of personal interest through your Business and Health Research Project.
All students will study a Business and Health Research Project and a Capstone in Business and Health.
Healthcare Management route students will study modules in data analysis and AI, health and sustainability, as well as health policy and management and operations.
Health Science route students will study modules in data analysis and AI, health and sustainability, as well as health and economic development and population ageing.
Module descriptions are available to view on the UCL GBSH website.
Compulsory modules
Compulsory modules
Your learning
Module teaching includes attending lectures, seminars, workshops and weekly group tutorials for in-depth discussions.
Students will spend approximately 14 – 15 hours a week in structured in-person learning (seminars, lectures and tutorials). They would also be expected to undertake 20 – 25 hours of independent study alongside their in-class activities, which include readings, videos and other online activities.
Assessment
The degree employs a range of assessment methods, including exams, essays, reports and presentations, literature reviews, critical appraisals and practical analyses.
Accessibility
Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble. Further information can also be obtained from the UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services team.
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Business and Health information video
Watch this video to find out more about Business and Health at UCL, including entry requirements, course structure and other helpful information. Recorded Spring 2024.
The foundation of your career
As a Business and Health graduate, you will be able to pursue diverse career paths in healthcare and related fields. Graduates can consider careers in various aspects of healthcare management, such as healthcare consulting, healthcare finance, healthcare innovation and health policy analysis. Also, you will be equipped to pursue leadership positions within hospitals, healthcare systems, insurance companies, government agencies, and consulting firms. Graduates may also wish to consider a career within public health, health promotion, health education, community health organisations, pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and government agencies. Entrepreneurship opportunities in the health sector are another viable option for graduates.
UCL graduates are employed by organisations such as EY, Deloitte, GlaxoSmithKline plc, Cancer Research UK, AXA Group, the NHS, Department of Health and Social Care, Wellcome Trust and Health Lumen.*
*Graduate Outcomes survey carried out by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), looking at the destinations of UK and EU graduates in the 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21, 2021-22 cohorts.
Employability
Upon completing this programme, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of contemporary topics that are driving transformational changes in global healthcare. You will be equipped to view health and healthcare from an interdisciplinary perspective, integrating insights from various fields to enhance your approach.
You will develop substantial research and analytical skills, along with methodologies that support a deep understanding of data-driven approaches to healthcare. These skills will enable you to effectively analyse and interpret complex data and foster informed decision-making.
Your written and verbal communication skills will be honed to support effective management in healthcare settings. You will be capable of articulating complex ideas clearly and persuasively, both in writing and speech, which is crucial for leadership roles.
The programme will also enhance your capacity to manage and lead a diverse workforce effectively. You will learn to exploit opportunities both independently and within an organisation, driving innovation and growth.
Fees and funding
Fees for this course
| Fee description | Full-time |
|---|---|
| Tuition fees (2025/26) | £9,535 |
| Tuition fees (2025/26) | £36,500 |
Fees are for Undergraduate 2025/26 entry and are for the first year only. Fees for subsequent years may be subject to increase: Student Terms and Conditions. UK fees are in line with the Government announcement on fee cap increases and are subject to the passing of secondary legislation. Overseas fees shown are the fees that will be charged to 2025/26 entrants for each year of study on the programme, unless otherwise indicated below.
Full details of UCL's tuition fees, tuition fee policy and potential increases to fees can be found on the UCL Students website.
Additional costs
In Year 2, the following modules on the Health Science route are taught at the UCL Bloomsbury campus:
- Frontiers of Knowledge in Population Health
- A Life Course Approach to Health
- Acute and Chronic Infectious Diseases
- Demographic Analysis
In Year 3, the following module is taught as part of the Health Science route at the UCL Bloomsbury campus:
- Population Ageing
Students will need to fund their own travel between the UCL Bloomsbury and UCL East campuses for the face-to-face components of these modules.
For in-person teaching, UCL’s main teaching locations are in zones 1 (Bloomsbury) and zones 2/3 (UCL East). The cost of a monthly 18+ Oyster travel card for zones 1-2 is £114.50. This price was published by TfL in 2024. For more information on additional costs for prospective students and the cost of living in London, please view our estimated cost of essential expenditure at UCL's cost of living guide. If you are concerned by potential additional costs for books, equipment, etc., please get in touch with the relevant departmental contact (details given on this page).
Funding your studies
Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships. Please see the Fees and funding pages for more details.
Scholarships
The Scholarships and Funding website lists scholarships and funding schemes available to UCL students. These may be open to all students, or restricted to specific nationalities, regions or academic department.
Next steps
Your application
Ideal candidates for this programme exhibit a keen interest in the intersection of business and health, value interdisciplinary studies, and seek to be changemakers in diverse health sectors. They are curious about the dynamic nature of health organisations, enjoy applying theories in real-world settings, and are open to global perspectives. Research-oriented and adaptable, they are committed to staying informed about evolving trends in the health industry.
How to apply
Application for admission should be made through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Applicants currently at school or college will be provided with advice on the process; however, applicants who have left school or who are based outside the United Kingdom may obtain information directly from UCAS.
Selection
For further information on UCL's selection process see: How we assess your application.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change my route selection?
- Yes, you can. Once you are enrolled, there will be a short window to switch routes until the module selection period closes (date to be confirmed). It's essential to raise any concerns early if you're uncertain about your route selection.
Can I transfer between the BSc and MSci?
- Yes, you can. If you are unsure whether to pick the BSc or MSci, we advise you apply for the MSci initially. You can transfer between the BSc and MSci until the end of Year 1. There are no specific conditions for transferring. Further details about the process will be announced.
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