BASc

International Business Management: International Business and Trade

Learn more about studying International Business Management: International Business and Trade as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    9,600EUR
  • Start date
    Feb, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Thomas More University of Applied Sciences says about their program:

This programme is designed for those with an entrepreneurial spirit and an interest in global business and trade. It provides an opportunity to explore cultural differences and their impact on foreign trade. The programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare you for real-world business situations. You'll have the chance to work on a real-life international project and complete an internship abroad to gain valuable experience and add substance to your CV. The programme also includes language courses in Chinese, German, Spanish, French, or Dutch to prepare you for an international career.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Applicants to bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma. This diploma must be eligible to access further academic studies in the country where it has been obtained.

Postgraduate academic requirements

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6

  • Duolingo English Test

    110

  • TOEFL IBT

    79

  • **CAE

    **169

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo English Test

    120

  • TOEFL IBT

    85

  • **CAE

    **180

English proficiency waivers

  • Diploma from the UK, USA, New Zealand, Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, Caribbean Islands, and South Africa.
  • Obtained a Flemish secondary education diploma or a Dutch VWO diploma, MBO-4 diploma, HAVO + propedeuse.

Documents required

  • Academic transcripts
  • Application form
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • English test scores or waivers
  • Entry test scores (SAT/ACT/GMAT/GRE)
  • Proof of language proficiency
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Fees and funding

Fee information

Undergraduate tuition

  • Students from EEA countries

    €1,181.40 per year

  • Students from Non-EEA countries

    €9,300 per year

Postgraduate tuition:

  • Students from EEA countries

    from €2,590 to €5,500 per year.

  • Students from Non-EEA countries

    from €3,250 to €5,500 per year.

Funding

Non-monetary undergraduate scholarship

This is a merit based tuition scholarship. The discount is calculated on the basis of the student's study efficiency after the first semester.
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What is the cost of living near Thomas More University of Applied Sciences?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Belgium-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€950
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€780
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€230
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€50
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€20
Monthly public transport pass€49
Monthly grocery basket€280
Coffee shop drink€3
Cinema or cultural event ticket€12
Gym membership€33

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Thomas More University of Applied Sciences

Many international students will need a visa to study in Belgium, and this is a vital step in your study-abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements early and start your application as soon as possible, ideally 4 months before the academic y

Belgium student visa requirements