Course Summary
The International Business BA Honours with Foundation Year at Middlesex University is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in business studies before progressing to the full degree. The foundation year prepares students who may not meet the direct entry requirements for the BA programme by equipping them with essential skills in business and academia. During the foundation year, students will gain a broad understanding of key business concepts such as marketing, human resource management, and global strategy, while also developing skills in communication, critical thinking, and teamwork. The course offers a seamless progression to the full International Business degree, providing the ideal platform for those looking to pursue an exciting career in the global marketplace.
Why Study This Course at Middlesex?
Studying the International Business BA Honours with Foundation Year at Middlesex University offers a unique opportunity to build the essential academic and business skills required for success in the international business world. The foundation year is tailored to support students as they transition into higher education, with expert teaching from tutors with international business experience. Middlesex University’s location provides access to the thriving business and cultural opportunities in central London, a global hub for international trade and commerce. In addition, students will benefit from the opportunity to study abroad for a year at one of our partner universities, further broadening their understanding of international markets. The Enterprise Development Hub also offers valuable support for students who wish to pursue entrepreneurial ventures.
What Will You Gain
Upon completing the foundation year, students will be equipped with key business knowledge and transferable skills essential for success in the international business field. These include communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and IT proficiency. The foundation year will also help students develop a personal development portfolio, including their CV, cover letters, and records of work experience. This process will allow students to reflect on their strengths and areas for growth as they progress into the full degree programme. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, students will be ready to move onto the full International Business BA course, gaining further skills and experience to prepare them for roles in marketing, sales, investment banking, finance, and other internationally focused careers. The course’s emphasis on employability ensures that students graduate with the practical experience and skills needed to succeed in the global business environment.
Modules
For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-business/
This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page at https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-business
We have a personalised admissions approach in which we make fair, but aspirational offers to our applicants. We feel it’s important that you continue to aim high and achieve great results. If you don’t quite make the grades you hoped to, we’ll look at more than your qualifications when making our final decision. We’ll take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning, especially with potential disruption due to the coronavirus, your achievements in other areas and your personal statement. At Middlesex, we’ll always aim to be as flexible as possible. We pride ourselves on how we recognise potential in our applicants, and support them to succeed in the future.
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading |
| PTE Academic | 51 | With at least 51 in all components |
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