This 4 year Bachelor of Commerce (International) programme will provide you with everything you need to pursue a career in international business, while also developing your language and intercultural abilities. 

If you are interested in business and have a passion for languages, or if you are just looking to dazzle your future employer with your business and language skills, this course is for you! 

Language options include:

• Chinese
• French
• German
• Italian
• Portuguese
• Spanish

In semester 1 you will choose 2 languages to study equally from the list below.

• Chinese
• French
• German
• Italian
• Portuguese
• Spanish

You can select these languages using the codes in the table below e.g. DN660 FRG (French and German).  Following semester 1, students will decide which language to continue with to degree level (as a minor) and will discontinue the other.

With the exception of French (HC3 requirement), applicants have the option to study these languages from beginner level. 

Stage 1 and 2 (First and Second Year)

Your business studies will mirror the new Commerce curriculum. You will develop your knowledge of the foundations of business and focus on the core learning skills and competencies you will need to succeed in university. You will also take core modules in your chosen languages, including studies in literature and culture.

Stage 3 (Third Year)

You will study at one of our prestigious partner universities and business schools in Europe or China, allowing you to integrate your business education while also experiencing the country’s culture and society.

You will choose between the following 2 options:

Option 1: BComm International (Modern Languages)

You will attend one of our partner European/Chinese universities or business schools where you will continue your studies in the host language (with the exception of Chinese, where students will study a combination of language classes along with business modules through English). When you return to UCD in Stage 4 (fourth year), you will continue your language studies along with your studies in business.

Option 2: BComm International (Global Business)

You will attend one of our partner international universities or business schools where you will continue your studies in English. In fourth year, when you return to UCD, you will continue to develop your global business and intercultural skills, but will no longer pursue structured language options. 

View Modules for 2012 

View the modules currently taught on this course (2010 - 2011)

Chinese

French

German

Italian

Portuguese - New language option 2011

Spanish

The Bachelor of Commerce (International) Programme has the following entry requirements.

Irish

English

A third language 

Mathematics (Minimum B3 Leaving Cert Ordinary Level)

Two other recognised subjects

Special Entry Recommendation: You must be committed to spending an academic year abroad in a foreign country and have an interest in and aptitude for languages.

For A Level Grade Requirements, please click here

Stage 3 (Third Year)

You will study at one of our prestigious partner universities and business schools in Europe or China, allowing you to integrate your business education while also experiencing the country’s culture and society.

You will choose between the following 2 options:

Option 1: BComm International (Modern Languages)

You will attend one of our partner European/Chinese universities or business schools where you will continue your studies in the host language (with the exception of Chinese, where students will study a combination of language classes along with business modules through English). When you return to UCD in Stage 4 (fourth year), you will continue your language studies along with your studies in business.

Option 2: BComm International (Global Business)

You will attend one of our partner international universities or business schools where you will continue your studies in English. In fourth year, when you return to UCD, you will continue to develop your global business and intercultural skills, but will no longer pursue structured language options. 

Click on the interactive map to review the different destinations and partner universities.

When you graduate with a degree from UCD Quinn School, your career options are almost endless. Our degrees are highly valued business qualifications, acknowledged by employers, professional bodies and major universities around the world. Graduates have tremendous opportunities in any number of business areas, such as accountancy, financial services, marketing, advertising and human resources management. Some graduates also work in journalism, and others have opted for lecturing and teaching.

Click on the links below to find out more about what some our graduates are doing now.

Our Graduates 

The Road to Success

Alternatively you may decide to further your education by pursuing postgraduate study, taking master's or doctoral degrees at UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business, or at other universities in Ireland or overseas.