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International Foundation in Business and Economics with Accounting

City St George's, University of London International Study Centre

Prepare to enter Year 1 of an undergraduate degree at the world-leading Bayes Business School (formerly Cass). Choose from a wide range of business-related subjects such as finance, banking, management or international business.

This pathway offers a purpose-built route to a top 2 business school in London and top 35 in Europe (Financial Times European Business School Rankings 2025). You'll follow in the footsteps of global CEOs, founders and entrepreneurs, with career-building opportunities from day one.

Key Information

  • The only international student preparation program that is fully validated and quality assured by City St George's, University of London and tailored to the undergraduate curriculum.
  • Guaranteed progression to the triple-accredited, top 2 business school in London and top 35 in Europe (Financial Times European Business School Rankings 2025).
  • Study at our dedicated learning center in the heart of London, with tailored 24/7 support.
  • Develop key career skills, gain real-world experience and enhance your employability while you study.
  • Attend taster classes delivered by Bayes Business School faculty.

Course Details

International Foundation in Business and Economics with Accounting

City St George's, University of London International Study Centre

Age Requirement

16

Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.0 (with 5.0 in writing and a minimum of 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent.
DISCLAIMER: Although we strive for accuracy and completeness on this page, in certain circumstances entry requirements may change. We do our best to keep this page up to date and to inform applicants of such changes promptly. For details of how and when entry requirements may change, please review our Terms and Conditions. If you feel you have been unfairly disadvantaged due to a change in entry requirements you may raise a complaint via our complaint process.

Academic Year 2026/27

14th September 2026 - 25th June 2027

  • Term 1: 14th September 2026 - 11th December 2026
  • Term 2: 4th January 2027 - 23rd April 2027
  • Term 3: 26th April 2027 - 25th June 2027
Academic Year 2026/27

4th January 2027 - 20th August 2027

  • Term 1: 4th January 2027 - 26th March 2027
  • Term 2: 12th April 2027 - 9th July 2027
  • Term 3: 12th July 2027 - 20th August 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 22,995.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 275.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 295.00 - 350.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 575.00

Approximate cost

£ 24,140.00 - 24,195.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.

Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this programme for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this programme may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

Degree Program Components
120
You’ll typically need to earn 120 credits from all module options to successfully complete the programme.
Core modules
Credit Hours
Academic English and Study Skills40 Credit Hours
Economics20 Credit Hours
Foundation Mathematics20 Credit Hours
Introduction to Accounting20 Credit Hours
Introduction to the Study of Business20 Credit Hours
Please note that the modules listed here reflect the course structure for the 2025/26 academic year and may not reflect the structure of the course in future academic years. Should the structure of the course – including the modules studied as part of it – change, we will inform applicants at the earliest opportunity. More information about when we might make changes to our courses – and your rights if we do – can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

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= Placement option available

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= Study abroad option available

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