BA (Hons) International Management Studies with European Languages and Society

at University of Stirling

You’ll study three subjects throughout your degree. There are two compulsory pathways, namely a language (either French or Spanish) and a Business/Marketing pathway. In addition, a third pathway is chosen from one of the following: a second language, Politics, Finance, Business Law or Economics.
 

Modules
The module information below provides an example of the types of course module you may study. The details listed are for the current academic year (September 2021). Modules and start dates are regularly reviewed and may be subject to change in future years.
 

Year 1, Semester 1 (Option 1)

Compulsory module
 

Select 20 credits from FREU9A1, FREU9B1, SPAU9A1, SPAU9B1 list

• Introduction to Contemporary French and Francophone Cultures (FREU9A1)    20 credits
• Introductory French 1 (FREU9B1)    20 credits
• Spanish and Latin American Studies 1 (SPAU9A1)    20 credits
• Introductory Spanish 1 (SPAU9B1)    20 credits
   

Compulsory module

• The Global Business Environment: An Introduction (MGTU7S1)    20 credits
   

up to 2020/1 MGTU9S1 was taken instead
 

Compulsory module

Select 20 credits from ACCU9A1, ECNU101, LAWU9A1, POLU9A1 or a module in a second language list

• Introduction to Financial Accounting (ACCU9A1)    20 credits
• Economic Decision Making and Markets (ECNU101)    20 credits
• Introduction to Contemporary French and Francophone Cultures (FREU9A1)    20 credits
• Introductory French 1 (FREU9B1)    20 credits

Year 1 entry – Four-year honours
 

SQA Highers
BBB
 

GCE A-levels
BB
 

IB Diploma
28 points
 

BTEC (Level 3)
MMM
 

Essential subjects
To include one of Biology or Chemistry
 

Preferred subjects
Preference will be given to candidates with a strong science background.
 

English language requirements
 

If English is not your first language you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your English language skills:

• IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill
• Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) 169 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill
• Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) 180 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill
• IBT TOEFL 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
• IBT TOEFL Special Home Edition 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
• Trinity ISE II Pass overall and Pass in each sub-skill, ISE III Pass overall and in all sub-skills, ISE IV Pass overall and in all sub-skills
• Aptis (4 skills) CEFR B2 overall and B2 in all sub-skills
• Duolingo 95 overall with a minimum of 90 in all sub-skills
• LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator -  Pass with minimum 33 in each sub-skill
   

Undergraduate
 

Direct Entry to 1st Year:
 

Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 65% and above from the following state boards:

• CBSE
• ISC/ICSE
• Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
   

Students from other state boards will require Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75%.
 

Advanced Entry to 2nd Year:
 

Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75% and above from the following state boards:

• CBSE
• ISC/ICSE
• Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
   

Advanced entry is possible on a range of courses. Student applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
 

Please note that advanced entry options for students who have scored 35 in the International Baccalaureate or GCE A-Levels ABB in one sitting will also be considered on a case by case basis.

Overseas students (non-EU)    

2022/23 - £15,900    
2023/24 - £16,400
 

You will be charged the annual fee each year when you enrol. Your fees will be held at the same level throughout your course.

If you need to take additional modules or resit modules, you will be liable for an additional fee.
 

Cost of living
If you’re domiciled in the UK, you can typically apply to your relevant funding body for help with living costs. This usually takes the form of student loans, grants or bursaries, and the amount awarded depends upon your personal circumstances and household income.
 

EU and overseas students won’t normally be able to claim living support through SAAS or other UK public funding bodies. You should contact the relevant authority in your country to find out if you’re eligible to receive support.

What jobs can you get with an International Management and Languages degree?
 

International Management and Languages graduates work for a huge variety of employers and sectors, including:

• Manufacturing
• Retailing
• Business services
• Charity work
• Media
• Public administration
• Teaching
• Tourism
• Transport and logistics
   

By completing this course, you’ll graduate with an international business degree that gives you a strong command of one or more languages – as well as knowledge of management subjects within a global context. This combination of skills makes you ideally equipped for careers in international business or marketing. Recent graduates have progressed to positions in advertising, marketing, banking and management for leading manufacturers and retailers, financial institutions and communications companies.
 

• Sharpen your employable skills with extensive periods abroad in Spain, Latin America, France, Canada, Switzerland or Morocco.
• Learn about the world of work with lectures and guidance from visiting experts and alumni.