BSc International Business

The BSc International Business programme is designed to equip you with the skills needed to succeed in an environment where business operations are increasingly global. It explores the external factors affecting global business, globalisation, and applied policy. The BSc option focuses on business-specific subjects, with economics at its core, covering micro and macroeconomics. 

The BSc International Business course blends traditional teaching with modern technology through a hybrid approach combining in-person classes and online resources, providing flexibility in learning. Students will develop leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through real-world industry projects, internships, and networking events. 

An optional eight-week internship is also available in countries such as China, Vietnam, and the UK, or online. The assessment methods include essays, problem-based exercises, case studies, presentations, group projects, and exams.

The University of Dundee, a public research university in Scotland, was founded in 1881 and is located in the city of Dundee. It is recognised for its history of innovation and was the first UK university to offer co-education. Dundee is a city with a waterfront, and the university campus is based in the West End, providing a secure, small, and easily navigated environment. 

The University of Dundee is passionate about its social role and is acknowledged internationally for its research, education, and public service. It is ranked top in Scotland for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2022) and within the world's top 200 for graduate employment (QS World University Rankings 2022). QS (Quacquarelli Symonds), specialists in global higher education, have awarded the university a 5-star rating.

Also, the university has been given a 5-star rating by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds), the international higher education specialists.

Grade requirements

• Typical requirements include A-Levels at BBC, a Merit in a T Level, or a DMM in a BTEC. International students need to have qualifications equivalent to A Levels.

English Proficiency

• Candidates whose first or primary language is not English usually require an overall IELTS score of 6.0. This score must be achieved with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing, 5.5 in Listening, 5.5 in Reading, and 5.5 in Speaking.
• In addition to IELTS, the university recognises a number of other English language qualifications. Examples include tests like TOEFL and PTE, as well as some regional qualifications such as WAEC and NECO from West Africa.

Tuition fees for this course vary depending on your residency: Scottish students pay £1,820 and can apply to SAAS for tuition coverage; students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland pay £9,535 and can seek financial assistance from the Student Loans Company; and international students pay £22,500, with an annual increase capped at 5%.

The University of Dundee offers several undergraduate scholarships for applicants who are classified as international fee-paying students and reside outside the UK. Eligible students can receive scholarships ranging from £2,000 to £6,000 per year. For Scottish students, tuition fees are typically covered by the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS). 

Additional support may be available through bursaries or other funding schemes. For students from the rest of the UK, the University of Dundee offers a range of scholarships and bursaries. These may include awards based on academic merit, financial need, or specific subject areas.

With a BSc International Business degree from the University of Dundee, you are open to the careers below:

• International Business Manager
• Global Marketing Executive
• International Sales Manager
• Supply Chain Manager
• Financial Analyst
• Management Consultant

Your application for this course can be done through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to learn more about this process and help you showcase your strengths and tailor your application to meet the program requirements.