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International Business

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2026-2027
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Course summary

Discover the world of global business with our BSc International Business programme. This dynamic course blends comprehensive learning with hands-on experience in a different culture. Perfect for aspiring international managers, it equips you with skills to thrive anywhere worldwide.

The four-year BSc International Business programme blends modern business knowledge with cross-cultural experience, providing critical analytical skills and practical expertise. This degree is designed to ensure your future career is highly relevant and attractive to global employers in today’s dynamic business world.

In today’s global business landscape, combining modern business knowledge with cross-cultural experience offers a clear advantage.

Why study this course?

  • The four-year BSc International Business programme is designed to align with the evolving business world, equipping you with critical analytical skills and practical knowledge that are highly valued by employers, ensuring your future career is both relevant and competitive.

  • We connect you with top companies like IBM, BP, Deloitte, L’Oréal, and more. Through interactive seminars, gain insights from industry leaders, build connections, and secure exclusive internships and graduate placements to advance your career.

  • Many students study at partner institutions where English is the primary language, or in European partners offering English courses. This provides a global academic experience, allowing you to continue learning or explore new languages at prestigious institutions worldwide.

  • Complete the Professional Development Module (PDM), a 20-credit option for final-year students not undertaking a placement year. With 40+ hours of hands-on work experience, you will gain real-world skills to stand out in the job market.

  • Stand out with a unique consultancy training experience, delivered exclusively by global consultancy firm Capgemini — only at Birmingham Business School. This unparalleled, week-long programme takes place at Capgemini’s world-renowned facilities and offers the chance to apply your skills to impactful projects for charitable organizations. It’s an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build your expertise, and make a real difference.

#1 most targeted university by top graduate employers (High Fliers Report, The Graduate Market 2024)

13th in UK institutions in the Complete University Guide for 2025

Triple Crown Accredited

Ways to study this course

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  • Main Site

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time with time abroad • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 28/09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
N120
Institution code:
B32

University of Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Application codes

Course code:
N120
Institution code:
B32

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Historical entry grades data BETA

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Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

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AAB Most common
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  3. BBB
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Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

63% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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71 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

91 Go onto work and study

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