BA International Business Top Up

The BA International Business (Top Up) at the University of South Wales is designed for individuals who have a relevant foundation degree or an equivalent qualification and want to gain a full degree in international business. This course uncovers the international trade system, the factors involved, the challenges involved, and how to manage an international business successfully.

During this course, you’ll study areas such as business strategy, international business management, and international culture and communications, among others. You will also gain skills such as self-management, global mindset, business awareness, and other interpersonal skills. 

Learning is a mix of academic theory and hands-on practice through lectures, group projects, industry-led workshops, and simulations. You will also work on live projects under the guidance of business specialists. This will give you the opportunity and support to develop your business skills.

Assessments may occur through written examinations like reports, essays, and group and individual presentations, exams, and more. These methods use discipline-specific formatting and so offer students a more realistic experience.

The University of South Wales (USW) was established in 2013 after the merger of the University of Glamorgan and the University of Wales, Newport. It has campuses in Cardiff, Newport, and Pontypridd. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, especially in Business, Engineering, Computing, Creative Industries, and Health.

Many of these courses are accredited by professional bodies like ACCA, CMI, and CIPD. Impressively, the university is well rated for student satisfaction and graduate employability, making it a popular choice for students from around the world.

The University of South Wales is home to over 20,000 students, including many international students from more than 120 countries. The university has excellent facilities like simulation centres, creative studios, and specialist labs. It focuses on practical, hands-on learning, which helps students gain real-world skills.

The University of South Wales offers a friendly, supportive environment with strong industry links. It is a great choice for international students looking for a career-focused education.

These are the standard entry requirements to study BA International Business (Top Up) at the University of South Wales:

You need a personal statement that clearly highlights your qualifications, experience, and skills.

Grade Requirements

• To apply, you should have completed an HND in Business Studies or Business & Accounting, a Foundation Degree in Business Studies, Service Sector Management, Retail Management, or a similar qualification such as a Diploma in Higher Education or an ILM Level 5 in Leadership and Management.
• Other qualifications or relevant work experience are acceptable. However, you must have 240 credits, and the university’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy may be used to assess your eligibility.

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee for the 2025/2026 academic year to study BA International Business (Top Up) at the University of South Wales is £15,850.

The University of South Wales offers its students several funding options, like bursaries, etc. For instance, applicants may be eligible for the USW Undergraduate Ethnicity Equality Bursary 2025/2026.

Graduates of the BA International Business (Top Up) course are well-equipped for roles in the international business industry, including

• International Business Development Manager  
• Export Sales Manager  
• Global Marketing Executive  
• International Supply Chain Coordinator  
• Foreign Market Analyst  
• International Account Manager 

To find out more about the application process for this course, speak to one of our trained counsellors.