Prospective Students

Understanding the Course:

NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO NEW INTAKE OF STUDENTS TO THIS PROGRAMME FOR SEPT. 2012.

Please see instead Business Studies International (DC110)

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This programme is open to non-native English speakers only.

If you are a native English speaker, you should opt for the BA in International Business (French and/or German and/or Spanish) - DC145

The BA in International Business and Languages (English with French or German or Spanish) degree enables you to gain knowledge of a comprehensive range of business subjects and fluency in English and another language.

You study in France, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Spain or Mexico in third year and so immerse yourself in the language and culture of the host country and pursue your business studies in that language.

About You:

NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO NEW INTAKE OF STUDENTS TO THIS PROGRAMME FOR SEPT. 2012.

Please see instead Business Studies International (DC110)

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You want to study business and you're good at languages too. Why not study both?

Languages are back on the business agenda and there are now more opportunities than ever for business-savvy graduates who speak a foreign language. The International Business and Languages (IBL) degree has enjoyed remarkable success with graduates flourishing in many industries across many countries. The opportunities are vast and will take you anywhere you want to go.

Borders are no longer a barrier to trade, with small, large and multinational companies trading freely on a global scale. International employers based in Ireland or abroad really place value on business graduates' ability to speak English and German, Spanish or French.

This degree prepares you for a successful and varied career by combining a thorough business grounding with a high level of written and oral fluency in English and another European language. There's also the great opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions in Europe or Central America.

A successful IBL student is dynamic and highly motivated, with strong communication skills, and excellent language learning ability. If that sounds like you then read on.

GCE Requirements::

General Entry Requirements AND a score of 6.5 or above in IELTS,or Grade B or above in the Cambridge Advanced Examination

Course Structure:

You will be introduced to the core business subjects in Years 1 and 2.

During second year you also choose which European language you wish to major in, and the country where you want to study for a year.

For your language modules you can choose from the following:

• International Business and Languages with English as a Foreign Language and French or German or Spanish:
  You take English (which is not your mother tongue) at intermediate level. You may take French at intermediate level, or Spanish or German at intermediate or ab-initio (beginner's) level.

NOTE: THIS PROGRAMME IS OPEN TO NON-NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKERS ONLY.

If you are a native English speaker, you should opt for the BA in International Business (French and/or German and/or Spanish) - DC145

Third year involves a year of language and business studies at a partner institution abroad.

We are particularly proud of the calibre of our Erasmus exchange partners who rank among the top academic institutions in their respective countries.

Year abroad destinations include Belgium, Mexico, Spain, France, Germany and Austria.

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, and 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)

The BA in International Business and Languages degree offers you unrivalled academic, social and cultural experiences. Your international expertise and strong language ability will make you a highly attractive prospect to employers in Ireland and beyond.

Career Prospects:

Your impressive competence in languages, business and cultural awareness is a combination that is particularly attractive to employers.

Graduates of International Business and Languages enjoy successful careers in areas including international marketing, international relations, accounting, diplomacy, management, and international finance.

Among the companies for which they work are Accenture, Central Bank of Ireland, Diageo, Department of Foreign Affairs, Food Safety Authority, Enterprise Ireland, German-Irish Chamber of Commerce, Kepak, Mitsubishi Motors Europe, and The Financial Times.

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

GCE Requirements::

General Entry Requirements AND a score of 6.5 or above in IELTS,or Grade B or above in the Cambridge Advanced Examination

Entry Requirements:

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAMME IS OPEN ONLY TO NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS OF ENGLISH

Leaving Certificate:In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply:
Candidates who do not hold Grade D3 or above in Ordinary Level English in the Irish Leaving Certificate (or approved international equivalent) must hold a score of 6.5 or above in IELS; or Grade B or above in Cambridge Advanced Examination; or Grade C1 in ETAPP.

Grade HC3 in Leaving Certificate (or equivalent Examination) in French if you choose French as the second language (i.e. English as a Foreign Language plus French).

FETAC Level 5: No entry path

Transfer Applications: No entry path

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

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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