The world we live in is driven by businesses and organisations, who are responding to the demands of their markets. From governments to PLCs, from charities to sole traders, all employ the principles of business management and marketing in how they are run and operate and develop over time as those markets also develop. This course will help you in your career, whichever path you ultimately choose.
Your Course Team
Academic Calendar: Semesters
View key dates for this Academic Calendar for 2025-26 including when teaching starts and finishes and when you break for holidays.
Your Welcome Week is an essential introduction to your course and the wider University, helping you to feel confident and prepared for your studies right from the very start.
It is important to check your Course Welcome Week for all the activities you are required to attend as part of your course induction. If any of your welcome activities are in groups, your course team will contact you before you arrive to let you know which group you will be in.
In addition, check the Student Events Hub for a range of fun activities. including the Students’ Union Welcome Fair, to help you make friends and live your best CCCU student life.
Your teaching timetable
UniTimetables provides an overview of all teaching activities for a course. If your course is taught in groups, it will display information for all groups, not just the group you will be assigned to.
Your individual student timetable will show you what modules and groups you are expected to attend via MyTimetable. This will be available for when your teaching starts.
Learn more about timetabling for new students including user guides and videos.
Welcome to Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) and the beginning of your BSc Business Management and Marketing!
We have no doubt that you have made the right choice, and we will be with you every step of the way during the next three or four years of your study.
We are a caring and supportive community. As your Course Directors, we will welcome you in person on your first day and with help from your lecturers, will guide you through the details of your course content. You will also make friends for life, as we make sure you have lots of opportunities to meet other students and have fun!
Starting university can be daunting but don’t worry, this is completely normal. We understand that you have made a big step toward achieving your future goals and want to help you make the most of all that is on offer.
Importantly, we care about you, your wellbeing and success. At Welcome Week, you will be allocated a personal academic tutor (PAT) to guide you on your personal development journey but there is a wider University network related to finance, mental health and study skills to support.
Final year students who completed the National Student Survey in 2023 told us:
“My uni experience has been a positive experience for me, I've really enjoyed my time studying and learning about the sector I want to enter.”
“Lecturers are very helpful and kind, with a clear passion for what they are teaching, and show genuine care for our work and wellbeing. I felt supported with my mental health with good access to therapy and help with disabilities."
“The university as a whole are very supportive to personal issues which may affect work. I like how no one discriminates or judges anyone's ideas and opinions in class.”
Every academic year is divided into two semesters and you study three modules in each one.
Guest speakers frequently attend our sessions, sharing their current practice and knowledge. Where possible, we arrange excursions, for example to a leading biscuit factory in Belgium or the Museum of Brands in London to understand the background and history of branding and socialise with fellow students as we grow our student community.
To help you settle into your new course we have a welcome week starting on the week of Monday, 15th September 2026 with lots of activities for you to familiarise yourselves with the way we teach and support you throughout your degree. And it’s a great place to start making friends!
On the social side, the Student Union (CCSU) has a huge range of clubs and societies – all of which have unique social calendars of their own and offer endless opportunities to make lifelong friends and discover new hobbies. And you can always create your own society and cultivate your own community!
CCSU will be hosting their Welcome Fayre on Wednesday 17th September 2025. Make sure you keep checking the CCSU website for further details and how to get involved.
We understand that you may be nervous about your first few weeks on campus but rest assured - you'll be joining a nurturing and supportive environment where diversity, equality and individuality are part of everything we do.
You can find out more about our welcoming community and making friends
If you are an International Student joining us then please see our International Student Support pages for further information and guidance.
It is very good practice to understand the news and what is happening in the world. It will help with your studies and will help you perform better at interview when applying to placements and graduate jobs. Why not start by spending five minutes each day reading BBC Business News? Then, when you get to the Business School, you can make the most of your free subscription to the Financial Times.
Given that you have worked very hard to get into University we recommend that you use the summer to prepare yourself for your transition to higher education and take some time to relax and rejuvenate.
To ease you into the world of Business, here are some podcasts and films to watch / listen to over the summer.
14 Great Podcasts for Business Students.
Six Essential Business Podcasts.
10 Netflix documentaries every entrepreneur should see.
15 Key Marketing Trends to Watch for in 2024 by Forbes Magazine.
7 Podcasts to Listen to if You’re a Marketing Student.
10 Movies Every Marketing Professional Should Watch At Least Once.
The DMA (Data and Marketing Association) Events and Upcoming Webinars pages
What Type of Marketer are You?
However, if you are keen to get started, you can contact your Course Director for a full or recommended reading list.
International students: don't miss out! Make sure you register for our international student success programme which provides practical advice on preparing to live and study in the UK.
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