Business Management
at University of Dundee
Get a broad, analytical, integrated, and general business management education as well as valuable industry experience
Course Overview
This degree provides a comprehensive understanding of how international businesses are created, managed, and expanded in a rapidly changing world. You will learn how to apply business management theories and models in practical contexts and explore their real-world limitations. Through lectures, case studies, and guest talks from business leaders, you will gain insights into the challenges faced by modern organisations.
In addition to core business subjects, you will explore emerging areas such as digital innovation, consumer behaviour, global inequality, and entrepreneurship. You will also have the opportunity to consult on a live business project or complete a short placement with a local company, gaining valuable hands-on experience. The University’s Business Society and strong industry connections provide further opportunities for workshops, networking, and career support.
This practical and forward-looking course equips you with the skills, experience, and confidence to succeed in diverse business environments, whether in established firms or entrepreneurial ventures.
Dundee Campus Life
Located on Scotland’s beautiful east coast, Dundee is a compact and friendly city set beside the River Tay. It offers the perfect balance of urban life and natural scenery, with beaches, parks and hills all close by. The city is affordable, safe and easy to explore on foot or by public transport.
- Strong reputation for teaching and research, particularly in life sciences, medicine and art and design
- Modern city campus within walking distance of shops, cafés and student accommodation
- Supportive international community with a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere
Scottish University of the Year 2025 – Daily Mail University Guide
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University of Dundee
The University of Dundee is a leading institution in Scotland, known for its world-class teaching, innovative research and strong sense of community. Located on Scotland’s beautiful east coast, the University combines academic excellence with a friendly, inclusive environment in one of the United Kingdom’s most affordable cities.
You will benefit from hands-on learning, expert teaching and opportunities that prepare you for a successful global career. Dundee is a place where creativity, ambition and innovation come together, empowering you to make a real difference in the world.
Why choose the University of Dundee
Scottish University of the Year 2025
For its outstanding performance and long standing and impactful policies that put students first – Daily Mail University Guide 2025.
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
Top in the UK for Bioengineering & Biomedical Engineering and 2nd for Medicine and for Dentistry. The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.
In the UK for Education
In the subject rankings, 3rd in the UK for Education and 7th for Medicine, Finance, and Computer Science. The Daily Mail University Guide 2026.
Entry Requirements for
12th Grade Graduation Certificate with 50% in each subject
International Student Fees
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) |
|---|---|
| International Stage One (3 terms) | Business* / Social Studies – January, April, September – £18,995 Nursing / Life and Biomedical Sciences / Engineering / Computing – January, September – £19,895 |
| International Stage Two | All available subjects – January, September – £20,195 |
| International Foundation | Engineering – January, September – £19,895 Computing – January, September – £19,895 Life Biomedical Sciences – January, September – £19,895 Business – January, September – £18,995 Nursing – January, September – £19,895 |
| Pre-Masters (1 term) | Design / Health Education and Social Sciences** / Nursing – April, June – £11,195 Business / Computing / Energy & Sustainability / Engineering / Law – April, June, September – £11,195 |
| Pre-Masters (2 terms) | Business / Energy & Sustainability / Health Education and Social Sciences ** – January, April, June – £15,195 |
| International Stage One (2 terms) | Business / Computing / Life and Biomedical Sciences / Nursing – January, April – £13,195 |
| The Distance Learning Pre-Master’s Programme is available exclusively to students in China. For detailed information on fees and eligibility, please contact us here. | |
| Fees are not inclusive of scholarships. All applications are subject to a non-refundable admin Fee of £220. Stated fees are for the pathway only. Stated fees do not include the annual tuition fee applicable for degree course continued at the university after completion of your pathway. For more information on progression degree fees please visit the university website directly. | |
| *After successfully completing International Stage One (3 terms) in Business (April 2026 intake), you will progress to IS2 in January 2027 and continue to your chosen degree at the University of Dundee in September 2027, entering Year 3. | |
Scholarships at University of Dundee
Up to £6,000 scholarship for 3-term pathways
Up to £4,500 scholarship for 2-term pathways
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.
Up to £5,500 scholarship for 1-term pathway
Up to £5,000 scholarship for 2-term pathway
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.
Up to £5,000* for ICD student who completed pathway programme and progressing with Excellence outcome (Automatically assigned on progression if student has met an A grade average during their study in the college)
*Assigned on progression – if a students already has another scholarship confirmed (e.g. Vice Chancellors or GCS) they cannot combine these – they will be awarded the highest value scholarship only
Check the wide range of scholarships on the University of Dundee website
