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International Business (FHEQ LEVEL 5 Direct Entry)

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 2 Years
  • Full-Time
  • September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Stag Hill
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Course summary

This innovative two-year direct entry degree builds on the skills and qualifications you’ve already gained to put you ahead in the global jobs market by gaining a full honours BSc degree in International Business.

Why choose this course?

  • Our bachelor's honours degree in International Business will prepare you to realise your ambitions and develop rewarding careers in international business. The programme enables eligible students to join in the second year (Level 5).

  • Note: If you wish to join in the third year, we also offer International Business (FHEQ LEVEL 6 Direct Entry).

  • You’ll get to study at Surrey Business School which is double-accredited by both the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA). Internationally, only six per cent of the world’s leading business schools achieve the AACSB accreditation.

  • At Surrey Business School, we’re renowned for our excellent research, dynamic learning environment and strong links with industry.

  • You’ll be part of a supportive, international, and friendly community as you gain in-depth knowledge and an understanding of the core theories, practices and techniques of international business.

  • Our academics are innovative in delivering engaging learning sessions that bring together theory and practice, supported by real-life global case studies for your intellectual and professional development.

Read our FHEQ FAQs to find out more about our FHEQ Level 5 and 6 direct entry degrees.

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What you will study
The programme integrates the latest developments in international business with modules such Working in a Global Context, Global and Contemporary Human Resource Management, and Global Trade and International Markets.

Our International Business BSc combines theoretical and practical insights applied to real-world business scenarios. Additionally, it hones essential business skills to help you secure your ideal roles across various industries.

Surrey Business School is recognised for its outstanding research and a vibrant learning environment, enhancing the overall academic experience.

Modules

Course Modules

To see the full range of modules for this course please visit our website – the link is under the Course contact details. You will also find full details of the programme, including programme structure, assessment methods, contact hours and Graduate prospects.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Stag Hill

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
N124
Institution code:
S85
Campus name:
Stag Hill
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
N124
Institution code:
S85
Campus name:
Stag Hill

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Background requirement: Applicants should have successfully completed prior study in a relevant discipline, such as Business, Management, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or any other general business-related field. Qualifications will be reviewed for subject material.

Evidence of one year of study equivalent to UK Higher Education Level 4 (typically the first year of a UK bachelor's degree) with an overall grade equivalent to UK 2:1 standard. Study Abroad Training Programmes (SATP) will be reviewed using this criterion e.g. if a student at the partner institution would need 75% to meet the requirements for Surrey’s 2:1 UK PGT programmes, we would accept 75% in year 2 of the SATP for entry to HE5.

Alternatively, a qualification deemed equivalent to a BTEC Higher National Certificate with Distinction grade overall.

Examples of other qualifications that would be acceptable:

Completion of another recognised International Year One (Pathway Diploma) with an overall grade of 70% or above.
Successful completion of 2 years of a 4-year university degree programme in China with an overall average equivalent to UK 2:1 or above.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)66.0 overall with 5.5 in each element

https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/international/english-language-requirements

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern IrelandTBC

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please see our website for up-to-date information on our fees for 2027/28:

https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/undergraduate-2027-entry

Sponsorship information

Scholarships and bursaries 1

The University of Surrey offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support our students, please visit https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-bursaries for more details.

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