YOUR PROSPECTUS
Take a look through your personalised aprospectus which is tailored specifically to match your interests and academic goals. Your prospectus provides as overview of your chosen course, campus location and facilities, and other opportunities available to you when studying with Northumbria University.
International Year One - Business
The International Year One – Business is a degree preparation programme for international students who want to study on one of the many Northumbria University undergraduate business degrees, but don’t quite have the right entry qualifications to gain direct entry into year one.
The programme is the equivalent of the first year of these undergraduate degrees and on successful completion of the International Year One, you will join directly into year two of your chosen programme of study. By choosing an International Year One you will still be able to complete your degree in three years.
Level of study: International Year One
Entry requirements: Good High School Grades, or equivalent
Tuition fees: £16,750 (25/26)
Duration: 9 months
Start dates: January, October
International Year One
The programme has been designed especially for international students transferring to a UK university. You will study a combination of subject-specific business modules alongside an academic business skills module which will focus on teaching you the English language, study skills, employability and academic skills necessary to successfully pass the programme.
You will develop your ability to read and critically engage with a wide range of texts including journals and business magazines, whilst you build your capability to produce a variety of written and verbal critical responses.
Why study the International Year One Programme with us?
Progress to Northumbria University’s double AACSB- accredited Business School
More support and teaching hours than a standard first year undergraduate degree
Equivalent to year one of an undergraduate degree
Build your intercultural skills and integrate with UK student life
Study a specialist module applicable to your target degree
Complete your degree in 3 years (4 years with a work placement year)
Studying in Newcastle
Newcastle has a reputation for being both one of the friendliest and liveliest cities in the UK and definitely a great place for you to be a student as one in six people in the city is a student.
We've invested more than 300 million pounds since 2005 to provide new learning, working and social spaces to improve services and support for our students’ welfare and education. Northumbria University has been recognised as one of the top universities in the UK after being awarded the title of Modern University of the Year 2025 (The Times and The Sunday Times, 2025).
Our City Campus is in the heart of Newcastle city centre, so it’s the perfect place to make the most of your time at university.
Accommodation
Living in halls is a once in a lifetime experience. From meeting new people, to unwinding in your room. We offer a wide range of options when choosing your accommodation including en-suite rooms and catered accommodation.
You can book your place as soon as you make Northumbria your firm choice. Much like choosing a seat in the cinema, you can pick your exact room from the building floorplans, giving you the opportunity to shape your experience from start to finish.
Your support
Why Newcastle?
Modern university of the year
(The Times and The Sunday Times, 2025)
Ranked 2nd in the North East
(Guardian University Guide, 2024)
Ranked 35th best University in the UK
(Complete University Guide, 2025)
Ranked 27th for Sociology and Social Policy 2025
(Guardian University Guide, 2025)
Your next steps
Are you interested in studying our course or do you have more questions? Our dedicated team is here to help you every step of the way. We understand that choosing the right course and campus location is a significant decision, and we are committed to providing you with all the information and support you need to help you with your decision.
