About MA (hons) International Business Management And Languages: French As Main Language in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh
European and international markets present huge opportunities for multilingual graduates with business and management skills. This degree course integrates both academic fields, enabling students to enter the employment market directly after graduation. During Years 1 and 2 there is a certain amount of flexibility as to the language element of the course. Students may study the second language at the same level as the first language, or take up a second language from beginner's level. Alternatively, students may choose to study only French from the outset.
Our International Business Management and Languages (IBML) degree combines core business management subjects with tailored language courses that have a business focus. We have four pathways available on our IBML degree:
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Spanish
During the first two years of study, students take classes in their chosen pathway language and a range of business subjects. Where possible students are also encouraged to study a second language.
Third year is spent abroad at a business school or university where you study a range of business subjects in your chosen foreign language.
Employability
Managerial/professional position
- 70% of those working are in a professional/managerial position six months after graduating.
Salary
- The average salary of students six months after graduating: £20000
- The average UK salary of students six months after graduating from a similar course: £19000
Jobs
These are the most common jobs students go into six months after graduating:
- Business and public service associate professionals
- Artistic, literary and media occupations
- Business, research and administrative professionals
- Teaching and educational professionals
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS :6.0
- TOEFL IBT: 80
- PTE: 50-57
Heriot-Watt University Highlights
Year of Establishment |
1821 |
University Type |
Public |
Campus Setting |
Suburban |
Establishment Year |
1966 |
Endowment |
£8.9 million |
Total Enrolment |
30,000+ |
Mode of Program |
Full time, distance and online |
Graduate job rate |
80% |
Heriot-Watt University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below:
Expenses |
Cost in Pounds(Monthly) |
Hall Fees |
£500- £735 |
Food/Toiletries/Laundry |
£175 |
Social |
£140 |
Mobile Phone |
£25 |
Books and Equipment |
May vary |
Travel |
£1.80/per bus ticket |
Total |
£865- £1,100 |
Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.