University of Lancashire

BA International Business

University of Lancashire

Course overview

Studying a BA (Hons) International Business at the University of Central Lancashire will enable students to gain essential knowledge of international trade, global market and management, while understanding how businesses open within the international environment. This course equips students with an understanding of accounting, marketing and finance within the scope of international business and these fields impact the real world. 

This programme runs for 3-4 years, during which students get the opportunity to undertake a work placement or study abroad to gain hands-on experience and gain essential skills that will prepare them to navigate global challenges.

Entry requirements

  • Qualifications equivalent to A-levels in subjects such as Mathematics, Business Studies, and Economics (grades ranging from AAB to BBC). 
  • International Baccalaureate: Overall points should be between 28 and 36.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas in Business or related subjects with grades such as DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) or higher.

English Proficiency

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.5. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Articulation Scholarship

    We are offering a scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to students who progress from one of our formal articulation partner institutions.

    Up to £2,000

  • Excellence Scholarship

    £3,500 for the first year of study, with subsequent years of study subject to achievement of an APM of over 60%.

    Up to £3,500

  • Family Loyalty Scholarship

    Value: £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • Franchise Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • International Bursary

    An international bursary of £1,000 per year of study is available to all international students enrolling with us in the academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • INTO Scholarship

    Scholarships are £2,000 in value per year and if students meet our Excellence criteria then £3500 is awarded instead.

    Up to £2,000

  • MBBS Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000 reduction in your overall tuition fee. You'll receive this through a tuition fee waiver of £2,000 per year of study (to a maximum value of £10,000).

    Up to £10,000

  • ONCampus Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Value: Up to £500 bronze | up to £2000 silver | up to £5000 gold

  • The Medivet Hardship Fund

    A maximum of £300 can be applied for each academic year.

    Up to £300

  • Women in STEM bursary

    Value: £2,000 per year of study (where a student has met the Excellence Scholarship criteria £3,500 is applied).

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

A degree in international relations opens up a variety of career opportunities in different industries. Graduates can pursue roles such as:

  • Global Trade Analyst 
  • Export/Import Analyst 
  • Risk Analyst 
  • Brand Manager 
  • Market Research Analyst 
  • Supply Chain Management.

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the 2025/26 academic year for  international students for BA (Hons) International Business is around £16,500. Keep in mind that these fees are subject to change.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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