International Business with a year in Industry BSc (Hons)
University of Kent
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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**International Business**If youre excited by the global nature of business and are motivated by the cultural context of enterprise, then our BSc International Business is the course for you.Youll study broad topics such as management, marketing, entrepreneurship, and finance with a focus on how they operate in a global context. Youll build an understanding of international markets and trade and develop your awareness of global business opportunities. Youll also cultivate the communication, ...Read more


International Business

If you're excited by the global nature of business and are motivated by the cultural context of enterprise, then our BSc International Business is the course for you.You'll study broad topics such as management, marketing, entrepreneurship, and finance with a focus on how they operate in a global context. You'll build an understanding of international markets and trade and develop your awareness of global business opportunities. You'll also cultivate the communication, teamworking, and data-analysis skills that will allow you to succeed, no matter your chosen career path.You take a year in industry following your second year of study, enabling you to apply your expertise in a work setting and earn a salary, too. Be inspired and challenged by teaching staff in immersive seminars and workshops where you can put theory into practice using real business data. As a Kent Business School graduate, you'll be equipped with the industry-relevant skills and essential knowledge to equip you for the challenges and opportunities faced by global businesses in a rapidly evolving world.


Your future

Kent Business School students find work in public and private sector management both overseas and in the UK in a wide range of companies and organisations, including:AccentureAmerican ExpressDeloitteIBMMinistry of Finance Economic Planning and TradeSKY PLC.


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Our city, your time.It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
82/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
39th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
Business Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 97 = 3% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
3%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
91%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Business Studies graduate salary at this uni
£24,000
UK Business Studies graduate salary
£23,000
What students say
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Ethan
23 Jan 24

It’s alright. Does the job as a..Read more

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Matthew
17 Oct 23

Not much needs improving. Canterbury is just not a good place for student lifestyle..Read more

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BBC - ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 - 28 Grades / Points required

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Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis.

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32 points in the IB Diploma or 128 UCAS Tariff points

Popular A-level subjects

Business Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Business Studies
43%
Economics
30%
Mathematics
18%
Sociology
15%
History
15%
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Latest reviews

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E
Ethan
23 Jan 24
International Business BSc (Hons)
It’s alright. Does the job as a...
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M
Matthew
17 Oct 23
International Business BSc (Hons)
Not much needs improving. Canterbury is just not a good place for student lifestyle...
Read more
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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to...

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University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office, The Registry, Darwin Road Canterbury Kent CT2 7NZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canterbury West  0.6 miles away

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