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  • Qualification

    Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

  • Location

    Coleg Gwent (Newport)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-24

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

The retail industry is a significant employer accounting for 11.3 of the UK workforce in a market worth £85 billion. There are many challenging and rewarding job opportunities in this fast-moving industry, whether you are looking to launch a career or enhance your prospects if you are already employed. This foundation degree, the only one of its kind in south Wales, prepares you for a management role through acquired knowledge and relevant experience. Students will have the opportunity to work with recognised retailers to gain hands on experience in the workplace, therefore developing transferable skills to greatly enhance employability.This course includes a range of business and retail specific modules to develop your knowledge and understanding of this dynamic industry. You will explore how the world of retail operates, learn about customer relationships and gain an understanding of purchasing and supply chain management.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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£ 12,300per year

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University information

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

  • University League Table

    101st

  • Campus address

    University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Treforest, Pontypridd, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff, CF37 1DL, Wales

USW has campuses in and around Cardiff, a multicultural student city. Expect competitive tuition fees, generous scholarships and affordable living costs.
USW focuses on employability – choose from 500+ courses, some with guaranteed work placements and many leading to professional certification.
Students from more than 120 countries study at USW. Enjoy a warm welcome as well as help and guidance from a dedicated International Student Support team.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    46th out of 91 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 191
    130 64%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    58th

    40
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.44 89%

    2nd

    23

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