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Introduction
Why choose this course?
Overview
If you want to add to your existing qualifications and transition to an honours degree, our International Business (Final Year Entry) course is for you.
You will investigate:
 how businesses work internationally
 the challenges managers face in an increasingly global world.
And you’ll gain the confidence and skills to work in a range of international organisations, with many different cultures.
You’ll learn about international management, critical thinking and sustainability, including:
 decision making in culturally diverse organisations
 resource allocation to ensure success
 the challenges of long-term economic and environmental sustainability.
Our Business School is known internationally for learning and teaching. You’ll receive an engaging learning experience, and the skills to succeed in a wide range of business careers.
Modules
Compulsory modules
• Contemporary Issues in International HRM
• Business Governance and Human Rights
• Essential Skills for Academic Success
• International Business Consultancy
• Leading and Managing Change
• Managing Careers
• Perspectives on International Management
Learning and teaching
You will be at the centre of your learning, making your own connections between ideas. We encourage you to take an active approach to your studies through:
 problem solving classes
 sessions working with actors to develop presentation skills.
We give you the opportunity to work with business professionals and on live business cases.
We want you to enjoy developing the skills you will need to succeed in the competitive business world.
Entry Criteria
ENTRY REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Home Office Share Code
For EU students only.
IF no Qualification
Please provide CV with at least 2 years of work experience, and employee reference letter.
Entry requirements
Specific entry requirements
Successful completion of a course which is equivalent to the first two years of a UK honours degree (240 credits), for example an HND (with a merit profile from year 2 modules), Foundation degree (55%), or equivalent international Diploma, in Business and/or Management.
Our standard entry requirement is three A-levels or equivalent qualifications. In some cases, courses have specific required subjects and additional GCSE requirements. In addition to A-levels, we accept a wide range of other qualifications including:
 the Welsh Baccalaureate
 the Access to Higher Education Diploma
 a BTEC National Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma at a good standard and in a relevant subject
 the International Baccalaureate Diploma
 the European Baccalaureate Diploma
 Scottish qualifications – five subjects in SCE with two at Higher level or one at Advanced Higher level, or three subjects in Scottish Highers or two at Advanced Higher level
 a recognised foundation course
 T-levels*.
 * T-levels are a relatively new qualification but are already included in the UCAS tariff. We welcome prospective students who are taking this qualification to apply. For some programmes with specific required subjects, particular subject areas or occupational specialisms may be required.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language then you will need to show that your English language skills are at a high enough level to succeed in your studies.
The entry requirement for your course will be expressed as an IELTS level and refers to the IELTS Academic version of this test. We are now also accepting the IELTS Indicator test, you can find out more about the test on the IELTS Indication site. The University however does accept a wide range of additional English language qualifications, which can be found below.
The university’s English language requirements in IELTS levels are as follows:
Course IELTS level
All other undergraduate courses 6.0 overall with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking
Law, Architecture, Interior Architecture, English Literature (including combined honours), English Literature and Creative Writing 6.5 overall with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking
Health and Social Care courses 6.5 or 7.0 overall with 6.5 or 7.0 in all components (see individual entries for course details)
Nutrition BSc (Hons) 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each component
Built Environment Foundation,
Computing Foundation,
Engineering Foundation 6.0 with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking
International Foundation Business and Technology,
International Foundation Arts, Humanities and Law 5.5 overall with 5.5 in all skills
International Foundation Diploma 5.0 overall with 5.0 in all skills
If you need a student visa you must take an IELTS for UKVI test.
International Foundation Diploma (Extended pathway) 4.5 overall with 4.5 in all skills
If you need a student visa you must take an IELTS for UKVI test.
Assessment
ASSESSMENT METHODS
1. INTERNAL ENGLISH TEST if you don't have an English accredited certificate
2. Academic Interview
Learning and assessment
Your learning will be exciting as well as challenging. Our staff have considerable experience and links with industry. As well as writing leading textbooks on business and management. You will also hear guest lectures from leading professionals.
You’ll explore international business management issues in realistic contexts. As well as explore theory through challenging scenarios. Assessment
We pay particular attention to when and how feedback is given to support your learning and use a variety of assessment methods, including:
 written exams
 practical exams
 coursework.
Our feedback methods include:
 audio
 face-to-face
 written feedback.
Your teaching and assessment activities will take place between Mondays and Fridays, 9am to 7pm. Activities may sometimes fall outside of these hours.
Career Opportunities
This degree will prepare you for working across different cultures, enhancing your opportunities for an international career in a wide range of business sectors. Students from our International Business Management programmes have secured employment with HSBC, Deloitte LLP, Accenture and BMW.
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