Banking and Digital Finance Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

### Why choose this course at Sussex?

* Gain advanced understanding of digital finance by applying your skills to programming, data analytics, AI-enabled risk tools, blockchain and crypto.

* Prepare for industry in our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab, using real-time data to practice trading and market analysis under supervision.

* Fast-track your banking and Fintech career with professional body pathways and employer networking.

Gain the specialised skills and contemporary knowledge valued by today’s employers. On this course, you’ll gain the comprehensive applied finance skills to thrive in a digitally advanced workplace.

By studying at Sussex, you will:

* develop an understanding of modern, tech-integrated financial markets across risk management, digital banking, FinTech, blockchains and crypto assets

* gain a solid grounding in accounting and finance principles alongside investment theories

* explore specific aspects of accounting and econometrics

* build programming skills essential for digital banking and finance roles

* learn to make informed business decisions through practical problem-solving exercises

* explore data-driven and analytical aspects of financial markets, including crypto economies and banking operations.

You'll also have access to our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab, where you can take part in real-time financial and trading simulation.

Supervised by academic and industry experts, this course allows you to tailor your degree to your career goals. Choose options ranging from data analytics and climate finance to environmental and ethical funds.

You can also choose to grow your experience in the workplace, or to study abroad.

Location\
Nestled in the South Downs National Park, close to the sea and Brighton’s vibrant cultural scene, our campus offers a warm and welcoming home. Situated just an hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, Brighton offers the best of both worlds. Encouraging curiosity, creativity and connection, it combines the best of city life with easy access to the countryside, the UK’s capital and the wider world beyond.