Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how organisations operate and compete.
- Use evidence to make strategic and operational decisions.
- Develop leadership, teamwork and professional communication.
Oxford Brookes University · Oxford
International Foundation Business and Technology
A foundation year for international students who do not yet meet degree entry requirements, building academic skills plus business, economics and optional computing or tourism modules. Passing with 40% guarantees progression to degrees such as Business and Management, Computer Science or Accounting and Finance.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Business analyst
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Business development professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 48 UCAS Tariff points (equivalent to A-levels DD) or equivalent; GCSE Maths grade 4 or equivalent (otherwise a maths module is required); minimum age normally 18
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Completion of Sri Lankan GCE A/Ls; grades map directly to A-level offers (e.g. BBC = 112 Tariff points, as for Business and Management). International foundation year available if requirements are not met.
- English (IELTS)
- 5.5 overall with 5.5 in all skills
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Oxford Brookes University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on brookes.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Oxford Brookes University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.