City St George's, University of London International Study Centre full colour logo
Apply

International Foundation in Business and Economics with Accounting

City St George's, University of London International Study Centre
Student studying
CITY / IFBEA Ngan Vietnam / Video Thumbnail
CITY / IFBEA Rajwa Indonesia / Video Thumbnail

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 world top 120* business school. You'll follow in the footsteps of global CEOs, founders and entrepreneurs, with career-building opportunities from day one.

*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025

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, world top 120 Bayes Business School (QS World University Rankings by Subject 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.
  • Accelerated 6-month option for students with a higher English level.

Course Details

International Foundation in Business and Economics with Accounting

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

  • Albania
  • Algeria
  • Angola
  • Argentina
  • Armenia
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Azerbaijan
  • Bahrain
  • Bangladesh
  • Belarus
  • Belgium
  • Bolivia
  • Botswana
  • Brazil
  • Brunei Darussalam
  • Bulgaria
  • Cambodia
  • Cameroon
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • China Mainland
  • Colombia
  • Croatia
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Ecuador
  • Egypt
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Gambia
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • Ghana
  • Greece
  • Hong Kong, China
  • Hungary
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • International
  • Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Iraq
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Jordan
  • Kazakhstan
  • Kenya
  • Korea (South)
  • Kuwait
  • Kyrgyzstan
  • Lao People's Democratic Republic
  • Latvia
  • Lebanon
  • Libya
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Macao, China
  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Mauritius
  • Mexico
  • Moldova
  • Mongolia
  • Morocco
  • Myanmar
  • Nepal
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Nigeria
  • Oman
  • Pakistan
  • Panama
  • Peru
  • Philippines
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Qatar
  • Romania
  • Russian Federation
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Senegal
  • Singapore
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • South Africa
  • Spain
  • Sri Lanka
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Syrian Arab Republic (Syria)
  • Taiwan, China
  • Tanzania, United Republic of
  • Thailand
  • Tunisia
  • Turkey
  • Turkmenistan
  • Uganda
  • Ukraine
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United States of America
  • Uzbekistan
  • Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic)
  • Viet Nam
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe
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 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent.

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

Academic Year 2025/26

15 September 2025 - 19 June 2026

  • Term 1: 15 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
  • Term 2: 5 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
  • Term 3: 13 April 2026 - 19 June 2026
Academic Year 2025/26

5 January 2026 - 14 August 2026

  • Term 1: 5 January 2026 - 27 March 2026
  • Term 2: 13 April 2026 - 19 June 2026
  • Term 3: 22 June 2026 - 14 August 2026

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 22,945.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 55.00 - 370.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 500.00

Approximate cost

£ 23,750.00 - 24,065.00

Prices shown here reflect the cost of tuition fees for this course for the 2025/26 academic year. Tuition fees for this course may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 will pay the 2025/2026 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2026/2027 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

Please note these prices don't include accommodation. Visit your centre’s accommodation page to know more about your housing options.

Core modules
Credit Hours
Academic English and Study Skills
40 Credit Hours
Economics
20 Credit Hours
Foundation Mathematics
20 Credit Hours
Introduction to Accounting
20 Credit Hours
Introduction to the Study of Business
20 Credit Hours

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

After successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.

Business Management with a Social Purpose-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 70%

P

A

English level: 65% with a minimum of 60% in any subskill
Additional Requirements

Economics-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 60%

P

A

English level: 65%
Additional Requirements

Economics with Accounting-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 60%

P

A

English level: 65%
Additional Requirements

Financial Economics-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 60%

P

A

English level: 65%
Additional Requirements

Investment and Financial Risk Management-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 70%

P

A

English level: 65% with a minimum of 60% in any subskill
Additional Requirements

Business Management-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 70%

P

A

English level: 65% with a minimum of 60% in any subskill
Additional Requirements

Business with Marketing-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 70%

P

A

English level: 65% with a minimum of 60% in any subskill
Additional Requirements

Business with Finance-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 70%

P

A

English level: 65% with a minimum of 60% in any subskill
Additional Requirements

International Business-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 70%

A

English level: 65% with a minimum of 60% in any subskill
Additional Requirements

Business Management, Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship-BSc (Hons)

Final level: 70%

P

A

English level: 65% with a minimum of 60% in any subskill
Additional Requirements