BSc (Hons) Banking and Finance with Foundation Year

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the banking and finance sector. Students will learn about the financial system, investment analysis, risk management, and financial regulation. The foundation year provides a solid grounding in mathematical and statistical techniques, as well as core business subjects such as accounting, economics, and marketing. This course is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in banking or finance, or who wish to gain a deeper understanding of these fields.

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Our teaching staff have extensive experience in the industry and are passionate about sharing their knowledge with students. Our state-of-the-art facilities include a trading room and financial data lab, where students can gain hands-on experience of working in a real-world financial environment. We also offer opportunities for work placements and internships to help students gain practical experience and build their professional network.

Unlock Your Potential at Buckinghamshire New University - A Leading Institution for Banking and Finance

Buckinghamshire New University is one of the top universities in the UK for banking and finance. Our strong industry connections mean that our graduates are highly sought after by employers, and our location in Buckinghamshire provides easy access to London's vibrant financial hub. Plus, our small class sizes ensure that students receive personalized attention and support throughout their studies.

This course is offered as a four-year program, including an initial Foundation Year. The Foundation Year will allow you to develop your academic study skills and build confidence in your abilities, identifying your own strengths and development needs for progression onto an undergraduate degree.BSc (Hons) Banking and Finance course have been designed to help meet this need by focusing on your future employability. Youll gain a thorough understanding of the economics of banking and finance. You will study the theory and practice of financial services and financial markets from a national and international perspective. This course explores in detail the development challenges and analyses the broader role and importance of the financial sector in the national and global economies. We are committed to providing you with the best learning experience. We continue to invest in both our facilities and our innovative approaches to teaching. Youll benefit from industry-relevant teaching, and resources and support designed to help you succeed. These range from our modern library and computing facilities to dedicated career advice. You will develop key skills, such as problem-solving, analytical, and decision making which will ensure you are well placed to enter the employment market.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for our three-year programs, or those who do not feel fully prepared for first-year entry, can be considered for the four-year program including a foundation year. Applicants to these will have typically achieved between 32-56 UCAS tariff points.