The Business and Economics pathway of the International Foundation Programme at the University of Bristol provides students with a comprehensive preparation for undergraduate study. You will learn in an immersive, small classroom environment with University academics specialising in areas units focussed on business and economics. Our small classroom teaching environments mean that all students receive extensive support and attention from their instructors. You will learn in a friendly and vibrant environment with enthusiastic teaching staff and have access to all resources for students at the University of Bristol, including student study spaces, library resources, Global Lounge, and a wide range of online resources to supplement your learning.
As the year progresses, your work on learning your academic subjects is supported by a comprehensive English for Academic Communication unit that focuses on academic communication in Business and Economics, to best prepare you for undergraduate study in these topics. You will engage in University of Bristol Research Themes, exploring areas of research relevant to your interests. This will give you access to how some of the world’s leading experts in disciplines of relevance to you communicate their research. As well as developing your academic communication skills and competencies, these activities will help you learn about academic life at Bristol and help you choose your areas of interest in your future studies and career. As part of the activities over the year, you will learn more about your undergraduate programme.
Application method
Apply direct to the University
Applicants in mainland China apply directly to the University's China Office. Applicants in the rest of the world apply through Kaplan International Pathways. No applications go through UCAS.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
Clifton Campus
Beacon House Queens Road,
Bristol,
BS8 1QU, Southern England, United Kingdom
Senior Secondary School Certificate - Senior Middle 3 with a minimum grade average of 80% with 85% in required subjects, Senior Middle 2 with a minimum grade average of 85% with 85% in required subjects, International Baccalaureate- A minimum of 26 points, with a minimum of 4 in any required subject, GCSE grade B or equivalent in required subjects. A Levels - A minimum of 3 passes at grade C, GCSE grade B or equivalent in required subjects. The above academic requirements are for entry on to the IFP. Some undergraduate degrees will need higher grades than required for the International Foundation Programme. Some degrees also require a minimum GCSE or equivalent grade in a specific subject, which may differ from the requirements for the IFP.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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