About these programmes
The International Year Zero in Business Management and Law at Ulster University is a full-time Level 3 pathway programme designed to prepare international students for undergraduate study by developing foundational subject knowledge, English language proficiency, and academic skills.
The programme supports progression to various BSc (Hons) degrees and an LLB (Hons) Law degree, emphasising critical thinking, professional skills, and integration into the university environment.
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Duration: 4 years (1 year pathway + 3 years degree)
Location: Belfast
Start Dates - January 2027
Pathway Tuition Fee: £15,185
English Language Requirement: 5.5 (5.5)
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Daily Mail University Guide 2026
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Criminology and Criminal Justice - BSc (Hons)
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Finance and Investment Management - BSc (Hons)
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Health and Social Care Policy - BSc (Hons)
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Human Resource Management - BSc (Hons)
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International Hospitality Management - BSc (Hons)
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International Tourism Management - BSc (Hons)
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Law - LLB (Hons)
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Law - LLB (Hons)
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Law with Criminology - LLB (Hons)
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Law with Criminology - LLB (Hons)
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Law with Politics and International Studies - LLB (Hons)
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Law with Politics and International Studies - LLB (Hons)
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Marketing - BSc (Hons)
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