MBA

Business Administration

Learn more about studying Business Administration as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    20,000GBP
  • Start date
    Feb, May, Sep
  • University ranking
    1001-1200

Program overview

What London Metropolitan University says about their program:

Future-proof your career. Develop key capabilities like critical thinking, problem solving and communication. You’ll also build your knowledge and understanding of global organisations.

You’ll develop your understanding of business operations and the external factors affecting organisations, plus how to navigate business decisions in a changing environment.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • For most courses you’ll need to hold a Level 3 qualification, which means a relevant high school qualification or its equivalent from a recognized institution. This typically includes a secondary school diploma or certificate. The specific academic requirements may vary by program and country.
  • Personal statement in support of the application that demonstrates the applicant’s suitability, interest and motivation.

Some degrees require you to meet other requirements. Please review the information in each program.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • A relevant undergraduate degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • Personal statement in support of the application that demonstrates the applicant’s suitability, interest and motivation.
  • Relevant work experience (if applicable)

Some degrees require you to meet other requirements. Please review the information in each program.

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6, Reading 5.5, Writing 5.5, Listening 5.5, Speaking 5.5

  • TOEFL

    72, Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17, Speaking 20

  • PTE Academic

    Reading 59, Writing 59, Listening 59, Speaking 59

  • CAE

    grade C and above

  • ESOL

    Reading 33, Writing 33, Listening 33, Speaking 33

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    6, Reading 5.5, Writing 5.5, Listening 5.5, Speaking 5.5

  • TOEFL

    72, Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17, Speaking 20

  • PTE Academic

    Reading 59, Writing 59, Listening 59, Speaking 59

  • CAE

    grade C and above

  • ESOL

    Reading 33, Writing 33, Listening 33, Speaking 33

Some degrees require you to have higher English language test scores. Please review the information in each program.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Study Permit (if applicable)
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Letter of reference
  • Personal statement
  • Official translations
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Graduate tuition

    from £20,000 to £20,500 per year

Funding

International Bright Futures Scholarship

- This scholarship includes a tuition fee reduction for the duration of your studies and is applicable to both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. - £3,000 tuition fee reduction.
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What is the cost of living near London Metropolitan University?

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£2,200
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£1,592
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£126
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£31
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£14Range: £7 to £23· London average
Monthly public transport pass£78
Monthly grocery basket£149
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£15
Gym membership£51

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for London Metropolitan University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.