BA International Business

The BA (Hons) International Business degree at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is designed to prepare students for successful careers in global markets. The course covers international marketing, finance, human resources, and economics.

Students will gain from practical experiences, including working on live case studies, listening to guest speakers from various industries, and having the option to study abroad through international exchange programmes. These opportunities are key to developing a strong global awareness and useful business skills.

The learning approach involves lectures, seminars, collaborative group projects, and online activities. Assessments for the course include examinations, essays, presentations, and business reports. These methods are chosen to reflect real business situations and to build skills that are highly valued in the job market.

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), a public university in Glasgow, Scotland, is distinguished by its commitment to social innovation and global engagement. A range of professionally accredited courses is offered, designed to prepare students for impactful careers.

GCU also holds the prestigious title of a United Nations PRME Champion, making it one of only a few universities in the UK to achieve this. This honour showcases its dedication to responsible management education, an important theme of the International Business course.

Grade Requirements

• International students need 104-120 UCAS points or equivalent, and grades BBC in A Levels.
• An Access to He Diploma is also considered by GCU.
• An International Baccalaureate of 28 points.
• A Pass in Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6).
• Grades DMM in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma, ABB in Scottish Highers, and Merit in relevant subjects at T Level are also accepted.

English Proficiency

• If you take the IELTS Academic test, you need an overall score of 6.0, with no component (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) below 5.5.

International students starting the BA International Business at the Glasgow Caledonian University in the 2025/26 academic year will pay £15,200 annually.

Glasgow Caledonian University has scholarships available, including the New to GCU Undergraduate Scholarship, which offers £2,500 off tuition fees for international students each year. 

The Student Loyalty Discount provides a 30% discount for applicants who return to study undergraduate courses. A fee waiver and cashback support worth £15,535 is available through the RUK and Ireland Common Good Bursary. Other funding avenues include Carnegie Trust Undergraduate Tuition Fee Grants (£1,820 per year) and GCU Foundation Common Good Bursary (worth £1,500).

Graduates with a BA in International Business from Glasgow Caledonian University can pursue their career in roles such as:

• International Marketing Manager
• Export/Import Manager
• Business Development Executive
• International Sales Manager
• Management Consultant
• Global Supply Chain Analyst

To apply for this course, you'll need to go through UCAS. You can contact our trained counsellors to learn about this process.