Bournemouth Business School International (BBSI) offers international students a variety of courses in Science, Mathematics & IT. Depending on their specific needs, students can study for Certificate, Higher-Certificate, or Diploma qualifications. BBSI also offers University Foundation courses and Pre-Masters courses in Science, Mathematics & IT, and provides students with a comprehensive UK university placement service. Provided the required academic grades are achieved, BBSI undergraduate and postgraduate students are assured of entry to a UK university.


Certificate Course. Our Certificate course in Science, Technology, Computers & IT offers students the opportunity to study science, technical English and computer skills, and acquire the basic knowledge required for careers related to science, technology, computers and IT. We offer 2 study options: one for those who wish to focus more on building their computing and IT skills, which includes the full syllabus for the International Computer Driving License®; and one for those students who require a more general science-based emphasis in the combined fields of science, technology, computers and IT, which also enables students to prepare for one of 3 different University of Cambridge ESOL examinations: the First Certificate in English (FCE), the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), or the Business English Certificate (BEC).

Higher-Certificate Course. Our Higher-Certificate course in Science, Technology, Computers & IT offers students the opportunity to study science, technical English and computer skills, and acquire the basic knowledge required for careers related to science, technology, computers and IT. The course is aimed at young professionals and students who are seeking to prepare themselves for a career or further study in technical fields. We offer 2 study options: one for those who wish to focus more on building their computing and IT skills, which includes the full syllabus for the International Computer Driving License®; and one for those students who require a more general science-based emphasis in the combined fields of science, technology, computers and IT, which also enables students to prepare for up to 2 of the following University of Cambridge ESOL examinations: the First Certificate in English (FCE), the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), or the Business English Certificate (BEC).

Diploma Course. Our Diploma course in Science, Technology, Computers & IT offers students the opportunity to study science, technical English and computer skills, and acquire the basic knowledge required for careers related to science, technology, computers and IT. The course is aimed at young professionals and students who are seeking to prepare themselves for a career or further study in technical fields. The course includes the full syllabus for the International Computer Driving License®, and enables students to prepare for up to 3 different University of Cambridge ESOL examinations: the First Certificate in English (FCE), the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), or the Business English Certificate (BEC).

University Foundation Course. Our University Foundation Course in Science, Technology, Computers & IT is carefully designed to enable students to prepare for undergraduate entry to university and also gain worthwhile English, technical and business qualifications. Depending on the study option selected, awards include either a BBSI Higher-Certificate or Diploma qualification, plus an NCFE Certificate. The course includes the full syllabus for the International Computer Driving License®, and students can also prepare for up to 3 different University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications: the First Certificate in English (FCE), the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), or the Business English Certificate (BEC). The course syllabus also includes extensive IELTS Examination Preparation and Academic Study Skills. BBSI provides students with a comprehensive UK university placement service, and if the required grades are achieved, students are assured of entry to a UK university.

Pre-Masters Course. Our Pre-Masters course in Science, Technology, Computers & IT is designed for international students with either a first degree or equivalent, or a higher diploma and relevant work experience, who are seeking to enhance their career prospects by undertaking a postgraduate degree course in a science, technology or IT-related subject. The course includes the full syllabus for the International Computer Driving License®, and the aim is to gain academic English and technical qualifications awarded by BBSI and the NCFE national awarding body. In addition, depending on the study option selected, students can prepare for up to 3 different University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications: the First Certificate in English (FCE), the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), or the Business English Certificate (BEC). The course syllabus includes extensive preparation for the IELTS Examination and Advanced Study Skills. BBSI provides students with a comprehensive UK university placement service, and if the required grades are achieved, students are assured of entry to a UK university.

Our training methods are functional and practical, and a wide range of effective teaching methods is utilised to suit different types of learner. Our interactive techniques stimulate interest, inspire motivation, increase the efficiency of the learning process and achieve the highest possible levels of retention. All course options are conducted around a busy social and activity programme.