BA Hons International Business Communication (IBC)

1 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Central Lancashire

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) International Business Communication at UCLan is designed specifically for non-native English speakers who have prior higher education and English language experience and wish to develop business communication skills in international contexts. Offered as a one-year degree (Year 3 entry) at the Preston campus, the course focuses on enhancing English for professional use, intercultural competence, and business understanding. The program is underpinned by a strong emphasis on employability, research, and global business practice. You can gain entry into this degree program after finishing your BA Hons in International Business at UCLan.

  • UCLan ranks 1st in the North West for student satisfaction in Business and Management (Complete University Guide 2024) 
  • 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction in English (Complete University Guide 2025).

Course Overview:

  • Year 3: Students study advanced modules in intercultural and professional communication, international business strategies, and research methods. The course culminates in an independent research project. Optional modules allow further exploration of translation studies, language skills, or tourism communication.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Independent research project aligned with student career interests

  • Optional modules in translation, marketing, tourism, or languages (Chinese, Japanese, Korean)

  • Delivered in collaboration with SUIBE (Shanghai); Year 3 taught at UCLan Preston for eligible students

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Opportunity to continue to MA Intercultural Business Communication or PhD at UCLan
  • Graduates move into international roles in marketing, hospitality, education, and HR

  • Ideal preparation for postgraduate study or TEFL/TESOL certification

Program Key Stats

£17,325
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

BCC - BBC
3.2
26 - 28
60

1120
22
6.0
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • International business communicator
  • PR specialist
  • TEFL/TESOL teacher
  • recruiter
  • translator
  • events manager
  • HR assistant
  • marketing coordinator

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