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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site (Newcastle)
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Site (Newcastle)
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Select a an exam type
Course overview
This four-year degree focuses on developing both your business and language skills, so you graduate ready for a fast-paced career in a global and complex business environment.
You'll gain core business skills, in human resource management, finance and strategy. Language proficiency is integral to this degree and you can choose from Chinese, French, German or Spanish.
During the third year of your degree, you'll be studying or working abroad, giving you the opportunity to improve your language skills, while also experiencing another culture.
You'll leave university as a proficient linguist, equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience needed for a management career in international, multinational, or global organisations.
Careers support
You'll have access to a wealth of resources and support to enhance your employability, including:
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AAABB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:45,M:0,P:0 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
D3,D3,M2 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
34 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H1,H1,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDD Grades / Points required
Excluding General Studies.Achievement of a minimum of five GCSE grades A*-C or 8-4, or equivalent, is normally required.Minimum grade B or 6 in GCSE Mathematics and English and in a GCSE Modern Language (eg French) required if not offered at AS or A Level.
Mathematics and English and a Modern Language (eg French) required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Maths, English and a Modern Foreign Language is required. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Please see the Additional Information section on this page about further GCSE (or equivalent) requirements. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
To include at least 6 credits in maths or quantitative methods. Achievement of a minimum of five GCSE grades A*-C or 8-4, or equivalent, is normally required.Minimum grade B or 6 in GCSE Mathematics and English and in a GCSE Modern Language (eg French) required.
Achievement of a minimum of five GCSE grades A*-C or 8-4, or equivalent, is normally required.Minimum grade B or 6 in GCSE Mathematics and English and in a GCSE Modern Language (eg French) required if not offered at a higher level.
5 points required from Mathematics or Mathematical Studies at standard level if not offered at higher level. Standard level 5 or grade B in GCSE English and in a Modern Language (e.g. French, German, Spanish) also required if not offered at Higher Level.
Normally to include Mathematics, English and a Modern Language. Please see the Additional Information section on this page about further GCSE (or equivalent) requirements.
Business-related subjects preferred. Achievement of a minimum of five GCSE grades A*-C or 8-4, or equivalent, is normally required.Minimum grade B or 6 in GCSE Mathematics and English and in a GCSE Modern Language (eg French) required.
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