Nottingham Trent University

BA International Business

Nottingham Trent University

Course overview

At Nottingham Trent University, the BA (Hons) International Business programme focuses on understanding how businesses operate across different countries. This includes topics like international marketing strategies, global finance, trade practices, and managing international operations. This course comes with a dual award from the university and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Plus, the BA International Business courses at this level have been recognised with EFMD Programme Accreditation by EFMD Global, showing their high quality.

Students can study abroad or do a work placement in another country to gain international experience. Learning a foreign language, through the UNILANG certification, is also part of the course, helping students communicate effectively with their counterparts.

Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, case studies, tutorials, and group discussions. Assessment methods include presentations, projects, and examinations.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • For international students, 112 to 120 UCAS points are needed from a maximum of four qualifications, with a minimum of two A-level equivalents.
  • Candidates must obtain grades DMM in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma.
  • Applicants must pass the Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits overall, including 45 at Level 3.
  • T Levels are also accepted for entry. They can be used on their own or combined with other Level 3 qualifications.

English Proficiency

  • International students must showcase English proficiency by obtaining an overall score of 6.5 with no component below 5.5.
  • Other accepted tests include the Pearson Test of English, Kaplan Test of English (KTE), and TOEFL iBT.

Scholarships

  • English Language Test Discount

    You may be entitled to £200 towards the cost of an English Language Test.

    Up to £200

  • NTU Excellence Scholarships

    Undergraduate and Postgraduate - 50% or 25% off your first year tuition fees.

  • NTU International Merit Scholarships

    International Merit Scholarships: £3,000

    Up to £3,000

  • NTU International Scholarships

    International Scholarships : £2,000

    Up to £2,000

  • NTU Music Scholarship

    We may award music tuition for a number of months, a full academic year, or up to the length of your course.

  • NTU Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Outstanding Achievement Award

    The value of the scholarship is £1,000 for each year of study on your first course at the University (excluding any work placement year).

    Up to £1,000

  • Sibling Loyalty Reward

    20% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Sport Scholarships

    Potential bursary or fee reduction.

  • Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship

    Undergraduate Executive Dean's Scholarship: £5,000

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA (Hons) International Business from Nottingham Trent University can work in roles such as:

  • International Marketing Executive
  • Business Development Manager
  • Global Supply Chain Analyst
  • Export Sales Manager
  • International Trade Consultant
  • Project Coordinator

Cost of study

International students starting the BA (Hons) International Business at Nottingham Trent University in the 2025/26 academic year will pay a tuition fee of £18,250.

Admission

International students interested in joining the BA International Business can get help with their application to NTU. Contact AHZ's counsellors today.

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