Ba (Hons) International Trade and Business Communication

... United Kingdom
... University of Portsmouth ( Navitas )

Course Overview

If English isn't your first language and you want to build a career in global trade, this BA (Hons) International Trade and Business Communication top-up degree is a great choice.

You'll study all things business in an English-speaking environment alongside native and non-native speakers, learning how people use conversational, formal and business English in preparation for the fast-paced world of international trade. You can do this undergraduate degree in 1 or 2 years, depending on your level of previous study and your ability to write and speak English.

After the course, you'll have the English language skills and international trade understanding to succeed in a range of careers in the global marketplace in areas such as business management, export and/or import finance, international market research and marketing.

General Eligibility

Applicants for the 2-year course require two years of relevant HE studies at level 4, for example, an appropriate HNC, a foundation degree, or 120 credits from year 1 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject.

Part Time Work Details

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • Applicants for the 2-year course require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 5.5 with no component score below 5.5.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Business Administration and Management


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Campus Name

Portsmouth,


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 2 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

17200, (INT)


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