BA International Business Communication Top-up

To apply for this course, you will need to provide a personal statement. In this personal statement, please explain why you are interested in studying this particular degree and include any important details about your previous academic studies. We also ask for a reference letter from a teacher or lecturer who can comment on your academic abilities. If you have any work experience that is relevant to the course, you are welcome to include your CV with your application.

Grade Requirements:

• For the two-year programme, you will need some previous higher education study equivalent to a Level 4 qualification, such as a relevant HNC or successful completion of the first year of a related university degree, earning 120 credits. If you are applying for the one-year top-up, you will require a higher qualification at Level 5, like a relevant HND, foundation degree, or Advanced Diploma, or completion of the first two years of a related university degree, with 240 credits achieved.

English Proficiency:

• For this two-year course, if English is not your first language, you need to demonstrate your English ability with a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each of the four test sections. For the one-year programme, a higher overall IELTS score of 6.0 is required, with no section scoring below 5.5. The university also accepts equivalent scores from other recognised English language tests such as TOEFL and PTE.

Graduates from this programme can pursue a variety of interesting career paths. Here are some potential job titles:

• International Marketing Executive
• Global Communications Manager
• Foreign Affairs Officer
• Public Relations Specialist
• International Business Development Manager
• Cross-cultural Consultant

For international students starting the BA International Business Communication (Top-up) programme in the 2025/2026 academic year, the yearly tuition fee is £16,200. Please keep in mind that this fee might increase slightly in later years of your studies.

To apply for the BA International Business Communication (Top-up) course, you can fill out the university's online application form or apply through UCAS. If you have any questions about the application process or the documents you need to provide, our experienced advisors are available to help you. They can offer guidance and support throughout your application journey.