University of Aberdeen
International Business with Gaelic (5 years)
Scotland, United Kingdom · UCAS N1Q5
Level
Bachelor
Duration
5 years
Campus
Main Site
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
N1Q5
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Course Overview
International Business with Gaelic (5 years) at University of Aberdeen in Scotland, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
International business graduates pursue careers in global operations, cross-border consulting, trade and multinational management. Common employers include multinational corporations, international development organisations and global consulting firms.
Student life (indicative)
Aberdeen offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
13,930
Staff Ratio
13.0:1
International
19.0%
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£31,600
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of International Business with Gaelic (5 years)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate International Business with Gaelic (5 years) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced International Business with Gaelic (5 years)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Area studies, languages and literature
- Gaelic
- Business and management
- Management
- International business studies
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
13,930
Total students
Staff Ratio
13:1
Students per staff
International Students
19%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool maritime
Safety Index (indicative)
7.8/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle | Historic / heritage
Student Life & City (indicative)
Aberdeen offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
- Aberdeen offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
- A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Active pub & club scene
- Historic city & heritage
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£31,600
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
International business graduates pursue careers in global operations, cross-border consulting, trade and multinational management. Common employers include multinational corporations, international development organisations and global consulting firms.
- International business graduates pursue careers in global operations, cross-border consulting, trade and multinational management.
- Common employers include multinational corporations, international development organisations and global consulting firms.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Energy
- Healthcare
- Law
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,410/month budget (housing $820, food $305, transport $85) covers everything comfortably. A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.
- One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,410/month budget (housing $820, food $305, transport $85) covers everything comfortably.
- A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.