International Business
University of SussexCourse Overview
Offered by University of Sussex, the BSc (Hons) International Business provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in business and management. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. 1st in the UK for annual research income (Chartered Association of Business Schools 2025) 13th in the UK for Business Studies (Daily Mail University Guide 2025) Top 20 in the UK for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025) About the course Today’s businesses operate on a global scale. Working within diverse environments requires strategic thinking, problem-solving and outstanding communication skills. On this course you'll grow your understanding of international markets to prepare you for a dynamic career. International tuition fees are £23,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £32,500 within three years, a 96% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB You must have GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 4 (or grade C). You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points This score should be from the full IB Diploma. |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£23,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sussex
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £27,000 | £30,000 | £34,000 |
| 3 years | £26,500 | £32,500 | £39,000 |
| 5 years | £32,500 | £42,500 | £63,000 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £10,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH17-01-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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