Program Overview

International Business BSc (Hons)

The International Business BSc is designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and global perspective needed to thrive in today's fast-changing international business world. This highly relevant programme covers the fundamentals of national and international market economies, focusing on the forces that shape the global business environment for future global leaders.

Key Information

• Course code: N120 (3 years full-time), N121 (4 years full-time with placement)
• Start date: September
• Placement available: Yes
• Mode of study: Full-time
• Fees:
  • UK: ｣9,535 (2026/27)
  • International: ｣19,320 (2026/27)
• Entry requirements:
  • ABB-BBB (A-level)
  • DDM-DMM (BTEC)
  • 31-30 (IB)

Overview

This degree is ideal for those aiming to build a career in international business or in organisations where a global outlook is a real asset. Students will develop essential managerial, analytical, and interpersonal skills through real-world case studies and business projects. The programme's curriculum is shaped by AI and digital transformation, ensuring students are ready to tackle the opportunities and challenges brought by these technological advancements.

Course Content

The course covers a wide range of topics including:

• Introduction to Accounting and Financial Management
• International Business Environment
• Introduction to Management Enquiry
• Managing Information with Technology
• Organisational Behaviour
• Principles and Practice of Marketing

In the final year, students can choose from a variety of optional modules, including:

• Entrepreneurship and Small Business Ventures
• International Marketing
• Innovation and Knowledge Management
• Business Ethics, Environmental Sustainability and Governance
• International Strategic Innovation Management
• Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Careers and Your Future

This degree is designed to equip students with the skills and experience needed to thrive in the global job market. Students will benefit from extensive industry links and a strong network of employers, ensuring they are highly sought after by top organisations worldwide. The optional work placement year provides hands-on industry experience with leading global companies.

Entry Requirements

UK Entry Requirements

• GCSEs: Minimum of five GCSEs, including Mathematics (grade C/4) and English Language (grade C/4) or English Literature (grade B/5)
• A-level: Standard offer ABB, Contextual offer BBB
• BTEC: Standard offer DDM, Contextual offer DMM
• International Baccalaureate: 31 points, with GCSE English equivalent SL 5 or HL 4 and Mathematics SL 2 or HL 2

EU and International Entry Requirements

• English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 (min 5.5 in all areas), Pearson 59 (59 in all subscores), BrunELT 63% (min 55% in all areas), TOEFL 90 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)

Fees and Funding

• UK: ｣9,535 full-time, ｣1,385 placement year
• International: ｣19,320 full-time, ｣1,385 placement year
• Scholarships available for undergraduate students

Teaching and Learning

The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, small group seminars, hands-on workshops, and one-to-one sessions with tutors. Many lecturers are internationally or nationally recognised for their innovative work and research, contributing to challenging and stimulating course content.

Assessment and Feedback

Each subject is assessed either by a combination of continuous appraisal and examination or by coursework or examination alone. The split is approximately 50:50 exam to coursework, but the exact ratio varies depending on the modules selected. In the final year, students undertake an assessed project of around 8,000 words worth a third of their Level 3 marks.