International Business with French
Sheffield Hallam University
UCAS Code: N1R1 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Sheffield Hallam University
UCAS Code: N1R1 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
Access to HE Diploma
Access - an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate plus, for post-A level study, an A or AS level at grade C in French. For beginner level you need GCSE grade B or above in any foreign language or equivalent. Normally an interview will be required.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language or literature at grade C or 4 Maths at grade D or 3 For beginner level you need GCSE grade B or 5 in any foreign language, or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff
This must include at least 64 points from 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For post A level language study, you must have an A level in French or AS level at grade C in French. For beginner level you need GCSE grade B or 5 in any foreign language, or equivalent. For example: BBC-BBB at A Level including an A level in French. DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma, with an A Level in French or AS level grade C in French. Merit overall from a T level qualification, with an A Level in French or AS level grade C in French. A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies, with an A Level in French or AS level grade C in French.
About this course
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**Course summary**
- Develop critical insight into the theory and practice of international business
- Gain advanced skills in French
- Understand the cultural, social and economic contexts of your chosen language
- Spend an optional semester at a French university.
- Complete an optional 24-week work placement in a French-speaking country
Expand your language skills alongside your understanding of international business – preparing you to become a multilingual professional. There’s an option to study and work abroad for 18 months, developing transferable skills and giving you a competitive advantage in the international employment market.
**How you learn:**
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
At every level of this course you’ll have the opportunity to acquire and apply an array of knowledge relating to international business. You’ll develop your French language skills and cultural awareness to a high level. You’ll engage with real companies through placement and projects to increase your employability.
You learn through
- lectures and seminars, with guest speakers
- weekly sessions with foreign language assistants
- French modules taught in the target language
- independent and directed study
- presentations and group work
- an optional semester abroad
- an optional placement year abroad
**Applied learning**
**Work placements**
As part of your course you have the option to spend at least 24 weeks on a paid work placement in a relevant organisation in France.
Not only is your placement a fantastic way to explore and get to know a different country, it’s also a great opportunity to gain valuable tourism industry experience and apply the knowledge developed throughout your studies. It also helps you develop your professional skills and French language ability – significantly enhancing your employability.
**Live projects**
In addition to the optional 24-week work placement, you’ll also undertake highly skilled employment projects in each academic year. You’ll apply your learning alongside your language skills, working with local, national and international companies. You’ll also learn from the experiences of other students, as part of our wider languages community.
**Networking opportunities**
We’re proud of our links with UK and international tourism-related businesses, and with our alumni. You’ll have numerous opportunities to network with them at events like our annual alumni event.
Modules
Important notice: The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page.
Your third year will be spent on placement.
**Year 1 **
**Compulsory modules **
Business & Culture In French-Speaking Societies
Contemporary International Business
Foreign Language (French)
Foundations Of Business
**Year 2 **
**Compulsory modules **
Foreign Language (French)
Global Entrepreneurship
Managing Across Borders
Study Abroad - Languages
Work & Life In French-Speaking Societies
**Year 3 **
**Compulsory modules **
Placement Year
**Final year **
**Compulsory modules **
Advanced International Business
Consultancy Project In International Business
Contemporary Debates In French-Speaking Societies
Foreign Language (French)
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College of Business Technology and Engineering
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