International Stage 1 (Business)

Leading To BSc Applied Finance In Practice

A first year degree programme at The University Of Dundee for international students who have completed Year 11/12 of high school. Available for selected undergraduate degrees in Business, including BSc Applied Finance In Practice

• Location
  Dundee
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of Dundee
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 66th
  Satisfaction: 80%
  World: 350th
• Start Dates
  Jan, Apr, Sep, Nov
  2 - 3 Terms
  Next start date: Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £13,195
• Visa Considerations
  Integrated Visa
  Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
• Course Provider
  International College Dundee

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Equivalent to the first year of a 4 year bachelor's degree at The University of Dundee. Guaranteed progression to the second year on successful completion of this course.
  • A top ranking British university with a reputation for impactful research, especially in Life Sciences & Medicine.
  • An integrated campus located in the heart of Dundee, just a short walk from cultural attractions, cafes, restaurants, shops and bars.
  • Dundee has a strong reputation for creativity and innovation. It is designated a UNESCO City of Design and has a well established video games industry.
  • Well connected to Edinburgh and Glasgow, with easy access to Scotland's countryside and leisure facilities, including mountain climbing, skiing, golf and sailing.

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About This Course

The International Stage 1 (Business) is equivalent to year one of a four year bachelor's degree at The University Of Dundee. It offers an admission route to The University Of Dundee for international students who have completed Year 11/12 of high school in their own country¹

During the course, you will study a full first year curriculum, but with additional support to develop your academic subject knowledge and study skills. Students who do not meet the standard English requirements for The University Of Dundee will also benefit from enhanced English language support.

On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to the second year of a bachelor's degree in Business, including BSc Applied Finance In Practice. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Note: Students studying this course may² benefit from an integrated study visa, which will be valid for the duration of the entire programme. That means you will not have to apply for a new visa when you progress to a degree.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 4 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects. Alternatively, AS Level (3 Subjects, D-E), A Levels (EE) or IB 20 points.
English	3 Terms IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent English qualification.
	2 Terms IELTS 6.0 (6.0 in Writing, 5.5 all other skills) or equivalent English qualification.

Start Dates And Progression

2 Terms

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Apr 2025	Jul 2025	Sep 2025
Jan 2026	Jun 2026	Sep 2026

3 Terms

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	May 2026	Sep 2026
Nov 2025	Aug 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University Of Dundee.

• BSc Applied Finance In Practice
• BSc Business Economics
• BSc Business Management
• BSc Business Management In Practice
• BSc International Business In Practice
• BSc Mathematics & Economics
• BSc Mathematics & Financial Economics
• BSc\MA Business Economics & Marketing
• BSc\MA Economics
• BSc\MA Financial Economics
• BSc\MA International Business
• BSc\MA International Business & French
• BSc\MA International Business & Marketing
• BSc\MA International Business & Spanish
• MA Business Economics & Marketing & French
• MA Business Economics & Marketing & Geography
• MA Business Economics & Marketing & History
• MA Business Economics & Marketing & Mathematics
• MA Business Economics & Marketing & Politics
• MA Business Economics & Marketing & Psychology
• MA Business Economics & Marketing & Spanish
• MA Economics & French
• MA Economics & History
• MA Economics & International Relations
• MA Economics & Politics
• MA Economics & Spanish
• MA Financial Economics & French
• MA Financial Economics & Spanish
• MA International Business & Environmental Sustainability
• MA International Business & International Relations

 
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¹ Scottish universities require 13 years of high school for direct admission to an undergraduate degree.
² An integrated study visa is available to students who meet the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) English requirement for degree level study, which is IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent.