Prospective Students

Understanding the Course:

About You:

NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO NEW INTAKE OF STUDENTS TO THIS PROGRAMME FOR SEPT. 2011.

Please see instead Business Studies International (DC110)

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The International Business and Languages (IBL) degree has enjoyed remarkable success with graduates flourishing in many industries across many countries. From September 2009, students can opt to study the degree with Chinese as their language of choice.

International business is booming and borders are no longer a barrier to trade; small, large and multinational companies are trading freely on a global scale. There are now more opportunities than ever for business-savvy graduates who speak a second language.

This degree prepares you for a successful and varied career by combining a thorough business grounding with a high level of fluency in Chinese.

There's also the great opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions in China.

GCE Requirements::

GCE A Level In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply: GCE A-Level D or GCE AS-Level C or GCSE C Mathematics plus GCE A-Level in a Language other than English or Irish.

Course Structure:

You will be introduced to core business subjects in Years 1 and 2, and cultural issues will be examined through courses in literature and society.

The ab-initio (beginner) language courses involve intensive language classes to develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing your chosen language.

Third year involves a year of language and business studies at a partner institution abroad. We are particularly proud of the calibre of our exchange partners who rank among the top academic institutions in their respective countries.

When you return home for your final year you can draw from your experience and decide which business area to specialise in, be it finance, law, marketing, human resource management, or management and information systems. Specialist subject options are also offered in the language and cultural field.

View the subjects currently taught on this course (2012 - 2013)

Career Prospects:

Your impressive competence in languages, business and cultural awareness is a combination that is highly attractive to employers. In an increasingly global market and with a shortage of graduates with a second
language, your opportunities are excellent across a wide range of career paths.

Graduates of the B.A. in International Business and Languages degree have pursued careers in fields including international marketing, international relations, accountancy, diplomacy, management, and international finance. Among the companies for which they work are Central Bank of Ireland, Department of Foreign Affairs, Food Safety Authority, Enterprise Ireland, German-Irish Chamber of Commerce, Mitsubishi Motors Europe, and The Financial Times.

This course is also suitable for those who ultimately wish to pursue a career in teaching as it is recognised by the Teaching Council for the purposes of teaching Business.

GCE Requirements::

GCE A Level In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply: GCE A-Level D or GCE AS-Level C or GCSE C Mathematics plus GCE A-Level in a Language other than English or Irish.

Entry Requirements:

Leaving Certificate

In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply:

OC3 or HD3 Maths + HC3 in a Language other than English or Irish.

FETAC Level 5

No Entry Path

Transfer Applications

Holders of a HETAC National Certificate or National Diploma with Merit or Distinction (in Business Studies, Marketing or Related Subjects) who can demonstrate competence in Chinese commensurate with one year full-time post-leaving certificate study, may be considered for admission into the second year.

International Applications

International candidates are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to those outlined above. In addition, where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language. For further information on international applications click here.

How to Apply and Closing Dates

EU School Leavers

Apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1st February or 1st May

EU Mature Applicants
Apply through the CAO by 1st February

EU Transfer Applicants
Apply directly to DCU by the 1st July

All Non-EU Candidates
Apply directly to DCU by 15th February. Applications may also be taken up to the 1st July if places have not been allotted.
Make an Application

Candidates required to apply through the CAO can apply online at http://www.cao.ie/ Candidates required to apply directly to DCU can download, print and complete a direct application form by clicking here

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