Business Analytics with Study Abroad Year BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Business Analytics with Study Abroad Year BSc (Hons)
About this course
This four-year degree offers the opportunity to study abroad for a year at one of our international partner institutions. You’ll gain the analytical and technical skills needed to help organisations understand their customers and make effective business decisions. And how to extract insights from diverse data sources—including social media and the internet—and apply them to real-world business challenges.
The study abroad year enhances your global perspective and adds valuable international experience to your CV.
Key f...
<strong>About this course</strong> <br/>This four-year degree offers the opportunity to study abroad for a year at one of our international partner institutions. You’ll gain the analytical and technical skills needed to help organisations understand their customers and make effective business decisions. And how to extract insights from diverse data sources—including social media and the internet—and apply them to real-world business challenges. <br/> The study abroad year enhances your global perspective and adds valuable international experience to your CV. <br/><br/><strong>Key features of the course</strong> <br/>• Study abroad year at a partner institution in Europe, North America, Australia, or Asia <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain experience with industry-standard analytics software, including SAS <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn programming fundamentals and interdisciplinary modules such as languages and web design <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Put your knowledge into practice by working on real-world industry projects <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Flexible course structure with optional modules in accounting, finance, and business <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn from research-focused academics and industry professionals <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Future career</strong> <br/>Graduates are well-prepared for careers in business analytics, data science, and digital transformation. The international experience gained during the study abroad year enhances employability in global markets. You’ll be equipped to work in roles that require technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and cross-cultural awareness.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
N110
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
D:39,M:6,P:0
60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 39 must be at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit Offers typically exclude Social Care/Healthcare pathways.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
Typical offer: Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level and 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
DDD in the Business BTEC National Extended Diploma. BTEC qualifications should be in Business, please check with us if your BTEC qualification is in a different subject before applying.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2
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
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 6*/B). * Grade 5 in mathematics (in the new reformed GCSE's) can be accepted if an applicant has grade B in A levels Maths, Physics, Economic
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDD
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
DD in the Business BTEC National Diploma plus A from one A-level. If the BTEC National Diploma is in Business, this is accepted but we strongly advise you to contact us directly before applying if you are studying another subject.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
DD
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
DDD
If you are studying an OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Business then this is accepted and we strongly suggest you contact us before applying if you are studying a different subject.
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,M2
D3, D3, M2 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
A
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 alternative offer in addition to the standard A-level offer: ABB plus grade A in the EPQ.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AA from two A levels Care must be taken with subjects when combining BTECs and A levels. As per our A level restricted subjects, we can only accept one restricted subject.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
D
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Business is accepted if combined with two suitable A levels with grade A's.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
Not Accepted
AQA Level 3 Technical Level (720 glh)
Not Accepted
A level
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
B
AAB from 3 A levels or AA from two A levels and B 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 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £24,400 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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