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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
International Business
Loughborough University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the International Business course at Loughborough University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,B
AAB No specific subject requirements but we do have a list of preferred subjects (see below). In some circumstances we may ask applicants to achieve specific grades in certain subjects. While no specific A Level (or equivalent) subjects are required, we strongly prefer combinations drawn from traditional (academic) subjects to demonstrate a range of numerical, analytical and discursive abilities. These A Levels include: Ancient History, Biology, Business Studies, Classical Civilisation, Chemistry, Economics, English Language/Literature, Geography, Government and Politics, History, Languages (non-native), Law, Maths/Further Maths, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology and Statistics.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £26,500 per year |
| International | £26,500 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: N120
Here's what Loughborough University says about its International Business course.
All organisations – from start-ups and SMEs to multinational firms – work within and are impacted by rapidly changing international business dynamics. This BSc International Business degree is a contemporary business studies course that concentrates on the links between the major business functions and their role in the international business context.
More than ever, business graduates are required to show cultural sensitivity and an internationally transferable skill set. By covering the key management disciplines from a global perspective, you will be equipped for a successful career in a wide range of business and management roles in any sector of your choosing, and from any geographical location.
Choices and flexibility The course provides a core set of cutting-edge international business modules alongside a variety of options that will help you shape the degree in line with the topics that you are most interested in. You even have the chance to develop your language skills, if you wish.
Explore topics like international culture, information systems and marketing. Delve into topical issues like corporate social irresponsibility, sustainability and ethics. You will have choices that give you the chance to see what direction you might want to take your career in later.
Semester abroad Unlike many courses of its type in the UK, our BSc International Business also includes an optional 'international semester' studying abroad for six months in year two – as well as the year-long placement, study abroad or 'Year in Enterprise' in year three – cultivating your international experience. Your experiences on professional placement and/or studying abroad will set you apart to employers.
Enhanced employability through a third-year placement Most importantly, you will not only be learning the theory, you will also have the opportunity to put it into practice. We offer several placement pathways, including a year-long or half-year work-based placement, building on your skills and getting valuable experience in industry. There are also options to study abroad. Many students find the experience vital in helping them secure good positions following graduation and increasing their confidence when they start their first job after graduating.
Our graduates are highly sought after and enjoy rewarding futures in a wide range of business management careers.
Source: Loughborough University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Loughborough Business School
Location
Main Site | Loughborough
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Management studies
Start date
28 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
For a full list of areas studied, see the 'What You'll Study' section of the course page on our website.
How you will be assessed
Depending on the nature of the material, some modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework and examination (for example 25% coursework and 75% examination), whilst other modules are assessed by 100% coursework or 100% examination.
Coursework is based on a variety of tasks including individual essays, projects, contribution in tutorials, group work, class tests, problem sheets and computer-based exercises.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Loughborough University students who took the International Business course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
83%
med
Teaching on my course
83%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
82%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
93%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
79%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
77%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
84%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
82%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
80%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
73%
low
Assessment and feedback
73%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
80%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
83%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
54%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
71%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
76%
med
Academic support
91%
med
Academic support
91%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
89%
med
Organisation and management
89%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
88%
med
How well organised is your course?
89%
high
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
90%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
91%
med
Student voice
79%
med
Student voice
79%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
70%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
83%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
83%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
78%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
90%
high
Student information
See who's studying at Loughborough University. These students are taking International Business or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Business Studies | A | |||||
| Economics | B | |||||
| Geography | B | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| Mathematics | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took International Business at Loughborough University.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Loughborough University graduates who took International Business - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£32.5k
First year after graduation
£40.5k
Third year after graduation
£54.8k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to International Business.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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