BA International Business
Course overview
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.
Entry requirements
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
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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.
Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
This award entitles fee-paying students to a discount of 5% if fees are over £5,000 and the fees are paid in full prior to the first teaching date of the course.
New to GCU Undergraduate
Self funding International students who study a full-time course with Glasgow Caledonian University are eligible for up to £2,500 tuition fee discount per year off their course tuition fees.
Student Loyalty Discount
We are pleased to offer a Loyalty Discount of 30% to students who have previously graduated from GCU or one of our Founding institutions.
Up to 30% of fees
Career opportunities
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
Cost of study
International students starting the BA International Business at the Glasgow Caledonian University in the 2025/26 academic year will pay £15,200 annually.
Admission
To apply for this course, you'll need to go through UCAS. You can contact our trained counsellors to learn about this process.
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