Information Technology and; International Business

Develop your computing and international business knowledge whilst gaining an insight into how businesses operate in an online world

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Degree

MSc Information Technology and; International Business

Degree Duration

12 months

Pathways Available

Pre-Master's open_in_new

15 months :

3 months pathway + 1 year degree

Distance Learning Pre-Master’s Programme open_in_new

15 months :

15 weeks pathway + 1 year degree

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Overview Why Study Your Pathway Discover University

Degree Overview

Lead in a Digital-First World
This multidisciplinary MSc brings together the best of both worlds—technology and international business—to prepare you for a career in today’s globally connected, digitally driven marketplace.

Ranked Top 5 in the UK for Computing (Guardian University Guide 2025), the University of Dundee offers you a learning experience that blends practical skills, academic rigour, and real-world relevance.

Designed for graduates from non-computing backgrounds, this conversion course builds your technical skills while developing your understanding of how international businesses operate and innovate online.

What You’ll Study
You’ll tailor your learning through a mix of practical IT modules and core business topics, such as:

Technical Modules

Software Engineering
Technology Innovation Management

Business Modules

International Business Strategy
Principles of Marketing Practice

This flexible structure allows you to align your studies with your career ambitions—whether that’s in tech, international commerce, or the growing space in between.

Real-World Insights and Tools

Learn from industry professionals through guest lectures and seminars.
Use top software platforms including Windows Azure, Teradata, and Tableau to develop your hands-on expertise.
Undertake a substantial software development project guided by our academic staff.

Example projects:

Investigating the uses of augmented reality
Designing a computer-readable file format for CVs

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Important

You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, Stationary and additional resources.

Study Reasons

Due to working closely with industry experts to produce graduates with the skills to meet industry standards and requirements, you can work in a number of areas including:software development, website design, network support, database development and research.

Top 5 in the UK for Computing (Guardian University Guide 2025), so you’ll be studying at a university recognised for academic excellence, expert teaching, and strong career outcomes.

Combine Technical Skills with Global Business Insight This unique degree blends practical computing knowledge with international business strategy—giving you a powerful, versatile skill set that’s in demand across industries worldwide.

Your Pathways

For online learning, at postgraduate level you can study the Distance Learning Pre-Master’s Programme (DL PMP).

The DL PMP is designed for those students who do not qualify for direct entry to a postgraduate degree at the University of Dundee. This could be because of the grades achieved in your undergraduate degree; your current qualifications are not equivalent to a UK undergraduate degree or if you want to improve your academic and English language skills.

Our DL PMP will equip you with the advanced skills you need to complete your postgraduate study at the University of Dundee. You can study this over 15 weeks before progressing to your chosen master’s degree course.

Learn more about Distance Learning Pre-Master’s Programme

The Pre Masters Program will prepare you for the UK, EU or US study system, giving you the confidence and skills that you’ll need to go further in your studies. Depending on your academic qualification and English language level and chosen programme, you can study the IIM over one or two terms.

What’s the difference between the one or two terms?
One Term	Two Terms
3 months of study	Six months of study
	Additional academic English and subject-related support

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International Student Fees

You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.

Study Route	Tuition Fees (2024-2025)	Tuition Fees (2025-2026)
International Foundation
International Stage One (IS1)	From £13,195	From £13,855
International Stage Two (IS2)	From £20,195	From £20,195
Pre-Master’s (PM) – On-Campus	From £11,195.00	From £11,755
Pre-Master’s (PM) – Online	From £6,500	From £6,500
Please note: There is an additional £200 administration fee payable to Oxford International. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at Dundee University.

Scholarships at Dundee

Students at the International College may be considered for a number of Scholarships that are part of the University of Dundee Scholarship offerings, such as the Global Citizenship Scholarship which awards students up to £5,000 per year of study. Another award is the ICD Progressing with Excellence Scholarship which recognises academic achievement while studying at the International College and awards up to £6,000 per year of study.

These scholarships are awarded for the University of Dundee period of study. Other Scholarships may be available for the ICD period of study, and you should contact your agent or Oxford International regional representative for full details of these.

For more information on scholarships available to ICD students visit the ICD Scholarships page.

Oxford International offers a number of scholarship opportunities for students applying for an academic course under the Core Scholarship. The scholarships are targeted at different regions around the world, awards range from partial contribution towards tuition fees to awards covering part or full pathway course fees at the international college.

Please note you’ll have to apply for the Core Scholarship and only a selection of students will be awarded. For more information on the scholarships we offer to international students please contact us.

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University of Dundee

Ranked in The Guardian's Top 20 UK Universities in 2021, the University of Dundee prides itself on three things: Impactful research, an excellent student experience and a community campus in the city.

Situated beside the majestic River Tay, Dundee is Scotland’s sunniest city. It also has the highest student ratios per head of population anywhere in the UK so there is an exciting and diverse range of nightlife, leisure activities and culture.

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