BA International Enterprise and Business Communication Top-Up

This BA (Hons) International Enterprise and Business Communication (Top-Up) degree is designed to develop your business enterprise knowledge and English language skills. You will explore various aspects of business enterprise, including business venturing, managing product portfolios, and product and service development.

The course also combines theoretical learning with practical application to ensure that you develop a comprehensive understanding of international business communication strategies. For this course, assessment methods include essays, presentations, case studies, and group projects, allowing you to demonstrate your learning in various ways.

The University of Portsmouth offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including PhD opportunities, across various fields such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts. The university provides student accommodation, career guidance, and support services. It has research centres and partnerships, collaborating with businesses and schools. With a global outlook, Portsmouth offers support for international students, including visa advice. The university aims to provide a welcoming environment for its students.

Candidates must provide a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying and other pertinent details. A suitable academic or employer reference is also a requirement. Additionally, students have the option to upload their CV to showcase any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• For the two-year programme, applicants need relevant higher education study equivalent to a Level 4 qualification, such as a suitable HNC, or 120 credits from the first year of a relevant undergraduate degree. Those applying for the one-year top-up require a Level 5 qualification, like an appropriate HND, foundation degree, or Advanced Diploma, or 240 credits from the first two years of a relevant undergraduate degree.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants for the two-year course must demonstrate English language proficiency with a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 overall, with no individual component below 5.5. For the one-year programme, a higher IELTS score of 6.0 overall is required, with no component score falling below 5.5. Other English language proficiency test scores, like TOEFL and PTE, are also accepted.

If you are an international student starting the BA International Enterprise and Business Communication (Top-Up) course in the academic year 2025/2026, the yearly fee for your studies will be £16,200. Please keep in mind that this amount might go up a little bit in the following years.

The University of Portsmouth has some special financial help available for international students who are starting their first bachelor's degree. One of these is the Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship, which gives you £5,000 off your tuition fees in your first year. There's also the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship, which offers a £2,500 discount on your fees for the first year.

With the skills gained on this course, you could pursue various career paths. Here are some potential jobs:

• Entrepreneur
• Product Manager
• Market Research Analyst
• Marketing Executive
• Bilingual Consultant
• Postgraduate Student

To apply for the BA International Enterprise and Business Communication (Top-Up) course, you can fill out the online application form on the university's website or apply through UCAS. If you have any questions about how to apply or what documents you need, our experienced counsellors can help you. They can give you advice and support as you go through the application process.