Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in International Business and Languages, Technological University Dublin

Dublin, Leinster

48 Months

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About this course

This course combines business expertise with language skills, preparing students for careers in international trade and multicultural environments. It is awarded as a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) at Level 8 and lasts four years, with an emphasis on acquiring fluency in a chosen language alongside a thorough understanding of international business. During the course, students spend their third year abroad in a country relevant to their major language, which can be a study or work placement. The program is shared between TU Dublin’s School of Languages and School of Marketing, enabling students to gain both linguistic proficiency and business acumen crucial for global roles.

Why this course is highly recommended

This program is ideal for students who want to build a career that benefits from fluency in a second language combined with a solid business foundation. With the increasing importance of international trade, being multilingual and understanding global markets makes graduates highly employable across various sectors including marketing, finance, and management. The international immersion year strengthens language skills and cultural knowledge, providing practical experience that is highly valued in today’s global economy.

Specialisation

Students can choose to focus on one of the supported languages: Chinese, French, German, Irish, Italian, or Spanish. They can start from beginner level if they wish and may specialise further if they perform well academically. The course allows for in-depth language learning and cultural immersion, especially through the study abroad component in the third year.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

12.19L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants should have a minimum grade of H4 in the Leaving Certificate or equivalent in one or more of the languages offered. For QQI/FET applicants, a full Level 5 or 6 award with five distinctions, including a distinction in one of the specified languages, is required. Mature students and those with other qualifications are also welcomed, with additional specific requirements detailed on the university’s admissions page.

English language test

IELTS

TOEFL

PTE

DUOLINGO

120

Career prospects

Graduates can pursue roles such as business consultants, export sales managers, market research executives, and multilingual customer care professionals. Other opportunities include careers in international aid, translation, teaching, event planning, and management within global companies. The course equips students with language and business skills that are highly transferable to sectors like marketing, finance, public relations, and international relations.

FAQs

What languages can I choose from?

You can choose from Chinese, French, German, Irish, Italian, or Spanish, and start from beginner level if desired.

Is an international study year part of the course?

Yes, the third year is spent abroad in a partner university or on a work placement in a country related to your major language.