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The issues confronting our modern world are inherently global in nature. Whether addressing refugee movements or environmental concerns, today's problems demand professionals with international awareness and versatile capabilities. Our program offers a distinctive blend of Global Studies and business management education. Through our BA Global Studies with Business Management, you'll examine diverse subjects to cultivate comprehensive insights into complex worldwide matters while gaining fundamental management knowledge. Your studies will encompass areas such as:Environmental SustainabilityClimate ChallengesHuman Migration PatternsWorld PoliticsEconomic GlobalizationAt Essex, we empower students to think critically, challenge assumptions, and consider the widest array of perspectives and information.Essex leads the UK in entrepreneurial ventures. We equip you to shape your professional journey, developing innovative concepts and solutions with genuine worth. With our international business perspective spanning both mature and emerging markets, you'll gain exceptional preparation for your future career.International Study OpportunitiesYour learning experience reaches beyond our campus. We facilitate educational expansion through study abroad options at our partner institutions. Our four-year program includes an overseas study year or international placement during the third year, while maintaining the same curriculum as the three-year degree.Studying internationally exposes you to different cultures and languages, enhances your academic and social development, and showcases to employers your adaptability, organizational skills, and maturity.For full-year study abroad, you'll pay just 15% of standard Essex tuition fees, with no additional charges at your host institution.Professional Placement OptionAlternatively, you can dedicate your third year to an external placement, gaining industry insights, applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings, and discovering potential career directions. While you'll secure your own placement, you'll receive support from both your academic department and our Student Development Team.During your placement year, you'll pay only 20% of your regular Essex tuition fees.
A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels, including B in one essay based subject.
BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels.
Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent.
IB: 30 - 29 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555-554.
IB Career-related Programme: We consider combinations of IB Diploma Programme courses with BTECs or other qualifications.
QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 6 level 3 credits at Distinction and 39 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided
T-levels: We consider T-levels on a case-by-case basis, depending on subject studied. The offer for most courses is Distinction overall. Depending on the course applied for there may be additional requirements, which may include a specific grade in the Core.
IELTS 6.0 overall. TOEFL (iBT) - 76 overall, with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing