BSc Finance with Placement Year

The BSc Finance with Placement Year degree at Durham University - Study Group provides students with a comprehensive understanding of financial concepts, theories, and practices. The course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in finance, including investment analysis, portfolio management, and risk management. In addition, the placement year provides students with practical experience in the industry, giving them an edge in the job market upon graduation.

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The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and workshops, with a focus on interactive learning and small group discussions. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including financial databases and trading simulations, as well as opportunities for internships and networking events.

Learn from Experts in Finance at Durham University - Study Group

Durham University - Study Group is one of the top universities in the UK for finance, with a long history of producing successful alumni in the industry. The university's location in the North East of England provides access to a thriving financial sector and a diverse range of companies for placement opportunities.

Our specialist BSc Finance degree places considerable emphasis on the key quantitative and analytical skills needed to pursue a career in finance and financial markets. The degree prepares you for a career in the financial environment by providing a technical curriculum to strengthen the link between academia and practice. The BSc Finance enables you to acquire a critical understanding of theories, empirical evidence, and practical application whilst maintaining a rigorous academic underpinning. In particular, you will learn about corporate finance, investments, financial institutions, and the vast array of sophisticated financial products traded in todays global financial markets. Furthermore, you will develop the quantitative techniques needed to analyze, in-depth, financial data and financial securities. Flexibility €“ subject to optional module choice and successful completion of your first year €“ it may be possible to change your degree path to either Accounting and Finance or Accounting and Management. (if you require a Tier 4 visa you will need to check this in advance with Tier 4 regulations in place at the time).

A level offer €“ AAB.