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Undergraduate Programme Overview

FAQ

Are there any English language requirements?

We advise taking an IELTS course to raise your language proficiency to level 5.5 or higher for students who do not reside in or are not native English speakers. This is possible in addition to our courses. Depending on the university you choose to finish your top up qualification from, your required level of English may change.

 

Do I need any previous experience and qualifications?

After completing the NBS course, you must have an IELTS score of 5.5 or higher. Along with the NBS course, you can take an English course. To enrol in the course at Level 4/5, you must have completed your secondary education, and universities will set an age requirement before beginning the university top-up programme. If you don’t have a BA, you’ll need 5 years of managerial experience to reach level 7. For various university partners, this can change. Nevertheless, we will review each application separately, and certain exceptions might be made.

 

Will there be an interview?

There is no interview process. You will have to fill out a short application form to make sure you meet the criteria.

 

How do I choose the best course for me?

Learners should first visit the NBS school to view the range of courses on offer. It’s important you choose a subject you enjoy and that will help you reach your goals. Here are some things to consider when choosing the right subject for you:

Review the modules within the course: Do they interest you? Are they relevant to your chosen career path?

How is the course taught and assessed: Do you have the motivation to study via distance learning? Are you able to work independently?

It is important that learners do not try to extend themselves too far and too quickly, so should ideally choose a path that comfortably moves on from their existing level of skills and experience.

 

How do I apply for a course?

You can choose your course and enrol online via the Northampton Business School course page. Alternatively, you can call the NBS Enrolments team enrol@northamptonbusinessschool.com 

 

Assignments

Assignments

Assignments are released to students upon enrolment.

 

How long does the marking process take?

After an assignment has been submitted, our markers will return the results within 14 working days. Once all assignments have been completed and marked, an Internal Verifier will view the work, which usually takes up to 10 working days. After the internal verification has come back and agrees with the initial marking, all of the assignments are sent to the awarding body for external verification. The awarding body will then check all of the work to ensure it is of the correct standard. This process can take up to 30 working days. In total, once you have completed all assignments and had them marked, it can take up to 40 working days to receive your final result.

 

Costs

Is the online payment taken immediately?

Yes. Once NBS has received the cleared funds your course material will be released to you immediately.

 

Is there any financial assistance available?

We do not offer any financial plans at the moment and require full tuition fee payment 

 

Are there likely to be any additional costs?

No additional costs are levied by NBS, and all additional learning resources including tutor support, e-books and short business courses, are included in course tuition fees.

 

What payment options are available?

Payment can be made online through credit/debit card, bank transfer or PayPal, Western Union, as well as through an e-mail payment link sent by one of our advisors.

 

How much do assessments cost?

Assessments are included with the course purchases.

 

Credibility

What is an awarding body?

Awarding bodies are also sometimes referred to as awarding organisations or exam boards, but they all mean the same thing. They are all terms used to describe an organisation that designs, develops, delivers and awards the recognition of learning outcomes. Online Business School works together with ATHE, Qualifi and OTHM. These organisations must all be approved by OFQUAL, The UK Governing body for higher education.

 

How are universities linked to the modules?

Learners who achieve an NBS qualification are automatically mapped against a standard UK higher education qualification framework. This is a universally recognised framework of credits. Universities can therefore award credits against the NBS study to give exemptions from large parts of their formal programmes. NBS has pre agreed arrangements with certain universities to provide credits against programmes either on campus or off campus. This is termed ‘university top-up’.

 

Personal details

How do I change my personal contact details once I have given them to NBS?

You can request this by emailing student support at studentsupport@northamptonbusinessschool.com

 

Can I still access my student dashboard if I have finished my course?

Access to the NBS Dashboard is for a maximum of 5 years from date of enrolment. This can be extended if a request is made in writing to NBS student admin.

 

I have forgotten my username/password and cannot login to my dashboard, how can I get access?

If learners have lost or forgotten their login details, they can request a new password on provision of their email address. Email admin@onlinebusinessschool.com for more assistance.

 

Progression

Will I be able to get through to higher education through NBS?

The NBS programmes are mapped against UK higher education qualifications which are fully transferable to a range of other higher education routes and professional qualifications. On completion of the NBS level 4/5 programme students will be awarded 240 credits (The first 2 years of a undergraduate degree) . They can then top up to their final year at one of our university partners who recognise the qualification. Similarly at level 7 students gain 120 credits from a total of 180 credits for an MBA. Again they can top up at an NBS university partner.

 

What potential job opportunities are there after I finish the course?

Once you successfully complete your final year at university, you will have a full BA degree or postgraduate qualification that will open doors to many career options.

 

Student support

What do I do if I am struggling?

You can seek help from dedicated forums or request tutor help. Students can interact and help each other through the course content and share interesting and relevant links with each other. We also have a dedicated tutor support team all specialising in all NBS modules.

 

Can I talk to other students?

All students that have enroled in a course can communicate with other students via the ‘Buddy Hub’.

 

How much support is available for students?

Learners can use the social le the world. Tutors will also present webinars on demand which ararning forums without limitation and talk to fellow learners arounde available free of charge to all students.

 

Studying

What modules do I need to achieve a qualification?

You can seek help from dedicated forums or request tutor help. Students can interact and help each other through the course content and share interesting and relevant links with each other. We also have a dedicated tutor support team all specialising in all NBS modules.

 

Do I need a specific computer to study with NBS?

As long as you have internet access any computer or tablet can be used to complete online modules and courses. You can also study on your phone with our mobile friendly content.

 

Can I access my dashboard and study on my mobile and tablet?

Yes, but this will only be accessible with an internet connection. All digital interactivity has been coded for compatibility on touch screens. You can also learn the material by printing it off.

 

What study materials do I need?

The modules themselves are sufficient for passing the associated assessments. The modules contain additional accessible resources that learners may wish to follow through to enhance their learning and these are provided within the text. NBS also has extra learning resources like e books and webinars to aid your study, completely free of charge.

 

What is a certificate of completion?

When you pass a module or an assessment, a certificate of completion is automatically generated which details: module content, level of study and learning outcomes achieved. It is mapped against formal UK educational quality guidelines defined by OFQUAL. Upon completing all modules, you can then complete assignments set by the awarding body to complete your diploma with NBS.

 

How long will it take?

Learners can learn at a pace that suits them. There are no module or assignment completion deadlines with NBS, apart from the overall 5 year deadline. Learners can study the modules in any order at any time.

 

Does my previous study and experience count towards an NBS course?

There are no exemptions or credits within the NBS system of study, and you have to study all the NBS modules to take advantage of our access route. However, if you think you may be exempt from a certain level, please contact us and we will advise you. We can also help you with your top up enquiries if you have already got the necessary qualifications.

 

Can I personalize my study?

Students can study the modules in any order and at any pace. To qualify for the university top-up, all of the modules and assignments must be completed.

 

Does my previous study and experience count towards an NBS course?

There are no exemptions or credits within the NBS system of study, and you have to study all the NBS modules to take advantage of our access route. However, if you think you may be exempt from a certain level, please contact us and we will advise you. We can also help you with your top up enquiries if you have already got the necessary qualifications.

 

Can I personalize my study?

Students can study the modules in any order and at any pace. To qualify for the university top-up, all of the modules and assignments must be completed.

 

Do all modules have an exam?

All modules have an online assessment. Completion of the requisite number of assessments and written assignments will give the participant a qualification recognised by many top line universities.

 

How do assessments work?

Assessments are made up of 30 multiple choice questions and last for one hour. There is an assessment at the end of each module. Questions are answered in sets of five to allow for review and editing if required. If a session times out or an issue occurs throughout, the assessment will time out at the point of the previous five questions. Consequently, you will not lose your previous answers. Results are given immediately upon completion. Upon completing all end of module assessments, learners then undertake assignments set by the awarding body to complete the full course.

 

What is an interactive learning module?

The interactive activities in the modules include tests, exercises and assessments that provide a guide to a learner’s progress through the module.

 

How can I pay for my fees as an overseas student?

NBS has a network of overseas banks that will take payment direct or by credit /debit card. Alternatively, we have representatives in many overseas countries, and you can contact them to make payment.

 

Will NBS act as my sponsor for a student visa?

We are working on this in the near future but at the moment NBA cannot act as a visa sponsor.

 

Do I need a visa to complete modules/course through NBS?

No visa is required for online study. If a student chooses to take the university top-up programme on campus in the UK, a student visa will be required. Learners should request this through their chosen university.

 

Can I study anywhere in the world?

Yes – as long as you’ve got access to an internet connection. You can do your tudies from anywhere in the world.