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Bachelor's

BSc (Hons) International Business Studies

Buckinghamshire New University · High Wycombe Campus, England

Level
Bachelor's
Duration
3 years full-time / 4 years with Foundation Year
Intake
January 2027
Tuition fee
£15,910/year (2026/27 international)
Initial deposit
250GBP CI deposit and 100% for CAS
Location
High Wycombe Campus, England

⚠️ Important Restriction

Applies to applicants from: Pakistan

Applications are currently closed due to the suspension of Buckinghamshire New University’s Student Sponsor Licence. Please do not apply until further notice.

Restricted

Applies to applicants from: Pakistan

This university is currently not accepting applications from Pakistan. Please check back for future updates.

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) International Business Studies is designed for students who want to build a career in global business and international organisations. The course covers international trade, digital business strategy, financial decision-making, cross-cultural management, data analytics, sustainable business, international finance and supply-chain resilience. Students also develop practical skills through case studies, live briefs, presentations and an independent professional project in the final year.

Course details

Degree level
Bachelor's
Duration
3 years full-time / 4 years with Foundation Year
Intake
January 2027
Tuition fee
£15,910/year (2026/27 international)University fee information (opens in a new tab)
Initial deposit
250GBP CI deposit and 100% for CAS
Country
England
Campus
High Wycombe Campus
Official course page
https://www.bnu.ac.uk/

About this information

The details on this page have not yet been checked against the official course page by our team. Fees, intakes and requirements can change, so always confirm them on the official course page before you apply.

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

IELTS Academic

6.0 overall

Components: 5.5

Alternative English Requirements

PTE Academic

59 overall

Components: 59

UKVI

LanguageCert

65 overall

Components: 60

Oxford ELLT

6 overall

Components: 5

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

For applicants from Pakistan

*BNU UK WILL ACCEPT STUDENTS FROM THESE UNIVERSITIES ONLY* Pakistan Accepted Universities- Quaid-i-Azam University National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS) University of the Punjab Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) University of Agriculture, Faisalabad COMSATS University Islamabad Government College University Faisalabad University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore Aga Khan University Air University Bahauddin Zakariya University Sukkur IBA University University of Lahore University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore Capital University of Science and Technology Government College University Lahore International Islamic University Islamabad Iqra University Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology The Islamia University of Bahawalpur University of Central Punjab University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Taxila University of Gujrat University of Management and Technology (UMT)

General entry requirements

Entry Requirements A Levels: Normally BCC or equivalent. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: Typically DMM. International Baccalaureate: Around 30 points. Access to HE Diploma: Accepted, subject to the required grades. Other equivalent Level 3 qualifications may also be considered. Foundation Year: Available for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements. English: Applicants whose first language is not English need to meet BNU's English-language requirement. For Pakistani students, BNU may assess qualifications against its country-specific equivalency requirements, so the exact percentage/qualification requirement should be confirmed for the applicant.

Scholarships & discounts

Undergraduate (UG): Up to £5,000 total: £1,500 – 1st year £1,500 – 2nd year £2,000 – 3rd year Plus £500 Early Bird Discount (E.B.D.) on 1st-year tuition fee only, if the student pays the full tuition fee before the specified deadline.

How to apply

Please note the following important guidelines regarding **Academic Letters of Reference (ALORs) for Buckinghamshire New University (BNU)**. We have recently noticed that some ALORs have been rejected by the University due to **insufficient details or identical/similar content**. Therefore, kindly ensure the following requirements are followed carefully when submitting ALORs. Templates have also been attached for your reference. ### 📌 ALOR Requirements * The academic reference letter should clearly mention the student's **academic achievements and character**. * ALORs should preferably be issued by **Principals, Teachers, Guidance Counsellors, or Administrators** who can verify the student's educational achievements. * The ALOR must be issued on the **institution's official letterhead** and include: * Date * Authority's name * Designation * Official seal/stamp * Signature * **Both ALORs must be signed by different authorities.** * **Both ALORs must have different and relevant content**. Please avoid submitting identical or repetitive references. ### 🎓 BNU – Accepted Universities in Pakistan Please note that **BNU UK will accept students from the following universities only**: * Quaid-i-Azam University * National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) * Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS) * University of the Punjab * Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) * University of Agriculture, Faisalabad * COMSATS University Islamabad * Government College University Faisalabad * University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Lahore * Aga Khan University * Air University * Bahauddin Zakariya University * Sukkur IBA University * University of Lahore * University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore * Capital University of Science and Technology * Government College University Lahore * International Islamic University Islamabad * Iqra University * Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology * The Islamia University of Bahawalpur * University of Central Punjab * University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Taxila * University of Gujrat * University of Management and Technology (UMT) **Kindly ensure that the student's university is on the above list and that all ALOR requirements are fulfilled before submission to avoid rejection or delays.**

Pre-CAS interview

Required
Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process
Stage
After the initial deposit is paid
Format
Recorded interview
Deposit
After 250 GBP deposit

Instructions

AI based on CAS Shield.

Course modules

Year 1 – Core Sustainable Globalisation: Innovations for a Shared Future Finance for International Business Principles of Marketing Managing People Across Cultures Global Strategies in Digital Business EDI and Global Citizenship: Promoting Inclusivity Worldwide Year 2 – Core International Trade Data Analytics for Business Decisions Leading and Managing Diverse Teams The Responsible Business Year 2 – Optional — choose two The Business Communicator Intergenerational Business: Family Business Growth Strategies The Entrepreneurial Mind Business Law and Practice Year 3 – Core International Finance Sustainable Strategic Agility and Innovation Supply Chain Resilience Independent Professional Project Year 3 – Optional International Marketing International Law 📖 Foundation Year Modules For students taking the 4-year Foundation route: Developing Personal Effectiveness Business in Practice Research in Practice Business in Society Communications in Practice Live Learning Project

Details can change. Confirm fees, entry requirements and deadlines on the official course page before applying.