Business with Language Hons

The BA (Hons) Business with Language programme at the University of Greenwich offers students a unique opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of core business principles alongside advanced language skills. Designed to prepare graduates for the global marketplace, this innovative course combines rigorous business education with language proficiency in one of several modern languages, such as French, Spanish, German, or Mandarin. Throughout the programme, students gain practical knowledge in areas such as marketing, finance, management, and entrepreneurship, while also enhancing their cultural awareness and communication abilities in their chosen language.

The course structure typically spans three years of full-time study, with opportunities for placements and internships that enable students to apply their learning in real-world environments. The programme emphasizes employability skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to pursue careers internationally or within multinational corporations. Students will engage with a diverse curriculum that includes modules on business strategy, global markets, organizational behavior, and business ethics, alongside language modules focusing on business communication, translation, and intercultural understanding.

The university’s collaborative links with industries and organizations provide valuable networking opportunities and practical experience, which are vital for career progression. Additionally, the programme encourages students to develop transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership, and intercultural competence. With access to modern facilities and a vibrant campus community, students benefit from a supportive learning environment that fosters academic and personal growth. Graduates of this programme are equipped to operate confidently in multilingual and multicultural settings, making them highly attractive to employers across various sectors worldwide.

Detailed Course Facts

• GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
• GBP 10350 Year (International)

EU/Home: £9,000 International: £10,350

Scholarships available - please see our website www.gre.ac.uk/scholarships

• English

Course Content

Year 1

• Personal and Professional Development 1 (15 credits)
• Organisational Behaviour 1 (15 credits)
• Business Planning and Development: Quantitative Methods 1 (30 credits)
• Introduction to Business Processes (30 credits)
• Language Option in French, Italian or Spanish (30 Credits)

Year 2

• Personal and Professional Development 2: Career Management (15 credits)
• Project Management (15 credits)
• Work-Related Learning (30 credits)
• Creativity and Decision Making: Quantitative Methods 2 (30 credits)
• Language Option in French, Italian or Spanish (30 credits)

Year 3

• Advanced Project Management (15 credits)
• Sustainable Business Development (15 credits)
• Managing Strategy (30 credits)
• One option from: Thematic Independent Study; Consultancy Project (30 credits)
• Language option in French, Italian or Spanish (30 credits)

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6

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Requirements

Applicants should have:

280 UCAS points or equivalent

PLUS GCSE (minimum grade C) in English and mathematics or equivalent qualifications.

• Applications from mature students are welcome.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Greenwich.

The Business with Language Honours program at the University of Greenwich offers a unique combination of business studies and language skills, designed to equip students with the knowledge and competencies necessary for a successful career in international business environments. This multidisciplinary course integrates core business principles such as management, marketing, finance, and economics with language proficiency in a target language, providing students with bilingual capabilities that are highly valued in global markets. The program typically spans three years if studied full-time, with opportunities for placement years or study abroad, enhancing practical experience and intercultural competence.

Students enrolled in the course learn through a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, case studies, and group projects, all aimed at fostering analytical thinking and problem-solving skills within international contexts. Emphasis is placed on developing language skills that enable effective communication across linguistic and cultural borders, preparing graduates to work in multinational corporations, diplomatic services, or international NGOs. The program also covers subject areas such as international business law, strategic management, and consumer behaviour, which provide foundational knowledge alongside language studies.

Assessment methods are diverse, including written assignments, presentations, exams, and project work, encouraging a comprehensive evaluation of academic and practical skills. The curriculum is regularly reviewed to reflect current trends in global business and language use, ensuring students gain relevant, up-to-date knowledge. Students benefit from access to the university’s modern facilities, language labs, and extensive library resources. The University of Greenwich also maintains strong links with industry and offers networking opportunities, guest lectures, and career workshops to enhance employability. Alumni of the program have gone on to work in international marketing, translation, diplomatic services, and business consultancy. Graduates typically find employment within six months of completing the course, thanks to the targeted skills and global outlook gained through their studies.