University of Derby
International Business (top-up) BA (Hons)
University of Derby

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 20 graduates of International Business (top-up) BA (Hons) at University of Derby for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Tourism, Transport and Travel.

Overall student satisfaction
87 /100
20 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Tourism, Transport and Travel

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Tourism, Transport and Travel at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22500 £18500 £21500
25-75 percentile range £19500 - £24000 £14500 - £23000 £15500 - £28000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Tourism, Transport and Travel

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22910 £20830 £24369
25-75 percentile range £19839 - £26189 £16042 - £26488 £18552 - £31827

Course Description

BA (Hons) International Business (Top up)

Our one-year top-up course is your passport to a highly regarded degree in International Business. It enables suitably qualified students from general business backgrounds to specialise in global aspects of economics, strategy, law, finance, marketing and HRM.

Why choose this course?

This is your chance to deepen your understanding of today’s complex and dynamic international business arena. You’ll analyse the different economic environments and cultures in which business operates, learning how to attract customers in international markets and how to expand a local business into a global one.

Is this course for you?

It’s the perfect choice if you have a business HND or equivalent qualification or if you’ve studied business for two years at university and would like to specialise in your final year.

How you will learn

Our focus is on developing your employability and transferable skills, so you’ll create strategy documents, devise business analysis reports, deliver presentations, produce videos and access real-time data in our Financial Markets Lab.

Opportunities and experiences

We’ll bring you up to date with what’s happening in the world economy, drawing on case studies and guest lectures. You’ll become part of a diverse international student cohort which will enhance your global business awareness.

Careers and employability

BA (Hons) International Business offers a breadth and depth that will make you a highly employable graduate. You could pursue a rewarding career in global trade and investment, finance, logistics and business consultancy as well as with government agencies.

Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) for the purpose of gaining CIM qualifications through the Graduate Gateway.

Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of International Business (top-up) BA (Hons) at University of Derby

45% Business and public service associate professionals
15% Elementary occupations
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Administrative occupations
5% Finance Professionals
5% Design occupations
5% Sales occupations

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study International Business (top-up), BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees International Business (top-up) BA (Hons)

EU £14900 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
International £14900 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of University of Derby in top UK and global rankings.

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About University of Derby

The University of Derby is a publicly owned university located in the city of Derby, England. The university’s main campus is in Allestree, a suburbian zone in Derby itself, and is situated directly opposite the popular Markeaton Park where many students enjoy going for a walk in their free time.

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undergraduates:
13155
postgraduates:
2515
Total:
15670
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