International Business (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Study BA(Hons) International Business to kickstart your international business career, supported by strong industry links and a core international placement.

Why study this course?

There's a growing demand for graduates who understand global markets and management and the challenges of conducting business across borders.

Why UWE Bristol?

The BA(Hons) International Business gives you a solid grounding in business management fundamentals, focusing on international business. This practice-led course is ideal if you’re interested in preparing yourself for an international business career where you shape your learning with international experiences.

You’ll develop a diverse skillset including technical competencies, digital literacy, critical thinking, ethical values, entrepreneurial and communication skills, shaping you into a ‘career ready’ graduate. Learn up-to-the-minute digital skills, so you can embrace the emerging technologies and artificial intelligence that are rapidly transforming modern business. You’ll also learn the importance of ethical and sustainable practices to play your part in shaping a more sustainable global future.

Benefit from a core international placement year gaining significant international experience. You can choose between applying for a study year abroad with a partner institution offering business courses in English, or an internationally focused work placement.

Take part in fieldwork, pitches, and industry guest lectures all to enrich your learning experience and take advantage of the many networking opportunities.

We’ll challenge you to develop professionally and reach your full potential and support you every step of way through your personal tutor, a learner's group, and mentor support. Working in mentor groups alongside your group mentor and personal tutor, you’ll develop a portfolio of practice and complete activities. This allows you to identify your skills, develop action plans, and reflect on how your degree, and other activities, are helping you to gain the skills needed for your personal and professional development.

Where can it take me?

Our strong industry links enable you to graduate, equipped to make a positive contribution in an international business role or further study from the moment you leave us.