Finance Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Finance Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
This is for you if... you want a professionally-orientated degree taught by researchers and academics with professional and industry experience and designed to equip you with the confidence you need to succeed in a variety of roles in the finance sector.
On our BSc Finance degree you will learn the main theories, concepts, and practices related to finance, as well as appreciate fundamental concepts in related disciplines. The course provides hands-on coverage of practical finance with a focus on investments, data analytics and trading. In addition you will have the opport...
This is for you if... you want a professionally-orientated degree taught by researchers and academics with professional and industry experience and designed to equip you with the confidence you need to succeed in a variety of roles in the finance sector.
On our BSc Finance degree you will learn the main theories, concepts, and practices related to finance, as well as appreciate fundamental concepts in related disciplines. The course provides hands-on coverage of practical finance with a focus on investments, data analytics and trading. In addition you will have the opportunity to improve your professional skills. You will gain knowledge and skills to appreciate and critique finance techniques and practices.
Your first year is designed to equip you with the fundamental knowledge and study skills to succeed in your academic career. The first year is shared with the following programmes:
* [BSc Accounting](https://le.ac.uk/courses/accounting-bsc)
* [BSc Accounting and Finance](https://le.ac.uk/courses/accounting-and-finance-bsc)
This means that after a firm foundation in many disciplines, you will have the opportunity to make an informed choice and switch from BSc Finance to either of the other programmes at the end of your first year.
The close relationship between research and teaching, as well as the practical focus of delivery are great advantages of studying with us. You will be taught by active and renowned researchers and academics who have professional practical experience in the accounting and finance sector.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-27
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A64-I31
Institution Code
L34
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level. Own language may be considered if taken at same sitting as other A-levels.
T Level
Must be in Accounting or Finance.
Scottish Higher
Qualification accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 30.0
Business or social science course preferred but other subjects considered.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Mathematics grade 5 (B) and GCSE English Language grade 4 (C) is also required for all qualifications where no other specific GCSE requirement is given.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Qualification accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Business or Science National Diploma considered with 1 A-level. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk
Extended Project
Considered alongside other qualifications.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Minimum of grade 4 in SL or 3 in HL Maths Analysis and Approach, or grade 5 in SL or 4 in HL Maths Application and Interpretation if not held at GCSE. Must include a minimum of grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if minimum of grade 4/C not held in English Language at GCSE.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Considered alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Business Extended Diploma accepted. Science/Engineering or IT Extended Diplomas may also be considered please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Qualification accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Business or Science Foundation Diploma considered with 1 A-level and 1 AS-level. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
One Extended Certificate in any subject considered alongside 2 A-levels. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk
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