University of Sussex

BSc International Business with a study abroad year

University of Sussex

Course overview

The BSc International Business at the University of Sussex is a four-year degree that provides a foundation in core management processes and their impact on international organisations. The programme enables students to explore innovative approaches to international management and gain a global understanding of business and society.

The programme allows students to apply for a year abroad after completing their second year at Sussex at one of their prestigious partners university before returning for their final year.

Students of BSc International Studies will study key global business regions including the European Union, North America, East and South East Asia, and East and Central Europe. The programme features core modules that examine international business trends, global strategy, marketing, and HR management from a global perspective.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement explaining their motivation for choosing this course, along with any relevant experience. A reference from an academic source or employer is also required. You may choose to submit a CV to highlight relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • International students are required to provide one of the accepted qualifications, such as an International Baccalaureate Diploma with a typical offer of 32 points, a BTEC extended Diploma, or T levels.
  • Candidates can provide a Higher National Diploma (or equivalent) with a good level of mathematics.

English Proficiency:

  • International students whose first language is not English can provide an IELTS qualification with an overall score of 6.0, with no individual components below 5.5
  • Equivalent qualifications, such as TOEFL and PTE, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's International Scholarships

    £5,000 in the first year of full-time study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology

    £500 each year of study. The opportunity to organise an annual student music event.

    Up to £500

  • Professor Colin Eaborn Chemistry Scholarship

    Up to £2,000 for BSc students, up to £3,000 for MChem students.

  • Sanctuary Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Career opportunities

Graduates of this programme can pursue career roles in:

  • International market manager
  • Management consultant
  • Financial analyst
  • Human resource manager (global focus)
  • Supply Chain Analyst

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students enrolling in this programme for the academic year 2025/2026 is £22,575.

Admission

Candidates can apply for this course using the university’s online application process or UCAS. You can also speak with our trained counsellors for assistance.

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