International Trade and Business Communication (Top-Up)

University of Portsmouth
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 2 Years Business and management studiesEnglish language

A-Level Entry

N/A

About this course

Overview If English isn't your first language and you want to build a career in global trade, this BA (Hons) International Trade and Business Communication top-up degree is a great choice.

You'll study all things business in an English-speaking environment alongside native and non-native speakers, learning how people use conversational, formal and business English in preparation for the fast-paced world of international trade. You can do this undergraduate degree in 1 or 2 years, depending on your level of previous study and your ability to write and speak English.

After the course, you'll have the English language skills and international trade understanding to succeed in a range of careers in the global marketplace, in areas such as business management, export and/or import finance, international market research and marketing.

Improve your English in 3 ways:

  • dedicated English language classes to improve your vocabulary and grammar

  • business communications classes where you'll practise presentations, interviews and writing for business

  • living and working with both UK and international students and experiencing life in a welcoming UK city

    Other course highlights

  • Explore the theory and practice of international trade, the ways different cultures view the global marketplace, and the economic, legal and managerial factors that affect how business is done around the world

  • Be fully supported by your tutors and our dedicated global team, and join a community with more than 5,000 international and EU students from 150 different countries

  • Earn a full BA (Hons) degree in International Trade and Business Communications in just 1 or 2 years

    Careers and opportunities The globalisation of trade has transformed the world economy. Today, approximately one fourth of total global production is exported (Our World in Data).

    As a result, those with a knowledge of international trade and the factors that impact it are highly sought-after by a wide range of employers.

    And, as English continues to be the world's language for trade, there's strong demand for graduates with both business and English language skills. This gives you many career options after the course.

    What areas can you work in with an international trade and business communication (top-up) degree?

    This course gives you the skills for careers in areas such as:

  • international trade

  • export and/or import finance

  • export and/or import coordination

  • product management

  • market research

  • marketing

  • retail and leisure

    You could also go on to further study at postgraduate level or start your own business with help and support from the University.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades N/A

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Portsmouth

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Portsmouth

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    7220 Customer service supervisors
    1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors
    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    1150 Managers and directors in retail and wholesale
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries

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    A-Levels

    BBB - BBC

    UCAS Points

    112 - 120 points

    Avg. Salary

    £26,000

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Portsmouth
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Business and management studies, English language

    Offered by

    University of Portsmouth

    Portsmouth

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