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International Business with Placement Year
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - International Business with Placement Year
Summary
Business today is global, fast-moving and interconnected. At Southampton, you will explore how organisations operate across borders, and how you can develop the skills to lead in an international environment.
This four-year degree combines business management with a global perspective, preparing you to understand and respond to the challenges of international markets. You will study core areas including accounting, marketing, finance, strategy and entrepreneurship, and explore how organisations succeed in different cultural and economic contexts...
Summary
Business today is global, fast-moving and interconnected. At Southampton, you will explore how organisations operate across borders, and how you can develop the skills to lead in an international environment.
This four-year degree combines business management with a global perspective, preparing you to understand and respond to the challenges of international markets. You will study core areas including accounting, marketing, finance, strategy and entrepreneurship, and explore how organisations succeed in different cultural and economic contexts.
In your third year, you will complete a paid industry placement. This is your opportunity to apply your knowledge in a professional setting, gain practical experience and build confidence as you prepare for your future career.
Key features of the course
• Build a strong business foundation - Study key principles across accounting, marketing, finance, strategy and entrepreneurship.
• Engage with current thinking - Learn through a combination of theoretical frameworks and real-world case studies that reflect the latest developments in international business.
• Apply your knowledge in practice - Complete an extended business project focused on a real-life challenge, developing your analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Gain hands-on experience - Industry-focused assessments, developed with international businesses, give you insight into how organisations operate in practice.
• Broaden your global perspective - Take part in international business study trips and explore how organisations work across different markets.
• Take your learning into the workplace with a paid placement year - Supported by an award-winning placements team, you will gain valuable experience and enhance your CV.
Student support
Your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) will support you throughout your time at Southampton, offering guidance on your studies, career planning and wellbeing. You will also have access to a range of academic and pastoral support services.
Further information
Graduates from Southampton Business School earn an average salary of £34,100 within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022 to 2023, published 2025).
You can also choose a variant of this course with a study abroad year at one of our international partner universities instead of a placement year, giving you the opportunity to gain international experience as part of your degree.
Why Choose University of Southampton During Clearing?
As a founding member of the Russell Group, the University of Southampton is renowned for their research impact. You’ll have access to top-class teaching and lecturers. You’ll be taught by the people who are solving some of the world’s most complex problems.
You'll also be put in good stead for the future, as they’ll kick start your career with incredible opportunities. They’re targeted by the top employers, with industry placements and world-class research facilities.
And they're committed to making sure you have everything you need to reach your potential, from g...
As a founding member of the Russell Group, the University of Southampton is renowned for their research impact. You’ll have access to top-class teaching and lecturers. You’ll be taught by the people who are solving some of the world’s most complex problems.
You'll also be put in good stead for the future, as they’ll kick start your career with incredible opportunities. They’re targeted by the top employers, with industry placements and world-class research facilities.
And they're committed to making sure you have everything you need to reach your potential, from guaranteed accommodation in Clearing to 24/7 wellbeing support, 365 days a year (*for accommodation apply by 17th August, see website).
Do you want to study in a buzzing city on the south coast? Join a dynamic global community of 26,000 students, including 9,000 international students from 140 countries.With over 370 clubs and societies to explore, you’ll find endless opportunities to connect and thrive.
Course Information
1 Clearing option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2026-09-14
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
N121
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4
Access to HE Diploma
60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, all of which must be at Distinction Offers typically exclude Social Care/Healthcare pathways.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Typical offer: Pass, with 36 points overall with 18 points at Higher Level with grade 4 at SL in Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD in the Business BTEC National Extended Diploma.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
All applicants would be required to have achieved a grade of O4 in Mathematics and English, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
DD in the BTEC Diploma plus A grade from one A-level. BTEC qualifications should be in Business, please check with us if your BTEC qualification is in a different subject before applying
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDD in the Business BTEC Extended Diploma. BTEC qualifications should be in Business, please check with us if your BTEC qualification is in a different subject before applying
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus A from one A-level. BTEC qualifications should be in Business, please check with us if your BTEC qualification is in a different subject before applying
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in Business is accepted if combined with one suitable A level with grade A. If your OCR is not in Business, we strongly suggest you contact us before applying.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in Business is accepted if combined with one suitable A level with grade A. If your OCR is not in Business, we strongly suggest you contact us before applying.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3, D3, D3 in three Principal subjects Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer.
Extended Project
The University of Southampton values the Extended Project Qualification. If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A-level offer: AAB plus grade A in the EPQ.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AA from two A levels BTEC qualifications should be in Business, please check with us if your BTEC qualification is in a different subject before applying
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AA from two A levels. BTEC qualifications should be in Business, please check with us if your BTEC qualification is in a different subject before applying
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Business is accepted if combined with two suitable A levels with grade A's. If your OCR is not in Business, we strongly suggest you contact us before applying.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
Not Accepted
A level
Typical offer: AAA
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
AAA from 3 A levels or AA from two A levels and A from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £23,800 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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