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.
University College Birmingham · Birmingham
International Foundation Diploma
A one-year route for international students aged 17+ who do not meet direct-entry requirements, introducing business and management and academic study skills before progression to a UCB bachelor's degree.
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
- Minimum age 17; for students not eligible for direct entry to a degree.
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- A-level applicants assessed on the normal UCAS tariff; advanced entry possible with a relevant HND. International Foundation Diploma available for those not meeting direct entry.
- English (IELTS)
- 5.0 overall (UKVI), no band below 4.5
- English alternatives
- Sri Lankan GCE O/L or A/L English at grade C or above accepted as equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5), valid for 6 years.
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University College Birmingham.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
More Business & Management courses at University College Birmingham
- MBA Master of Business AdministrationMaster's · 1 year · £17,000/yr
- BA (Hons) Business ManagementUndergraduate · 3 years · £16,500/yr
- BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-up)Top-up · 1 year · £16,500/yr
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- BSc (Hons) Business Management with integrated foundation yearUniversity of Brighton · £18,108/yr
- Foundation PathwayUniversity of Buckingham · £14,800/yr
Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on ucb.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 University College Birmingham before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.