BSc Finance with Study Abroad

The BSc Finance with Study Abroad degree at Durham University - Study Group provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the financial sector, including investment analysis, portfolio management, and financial markets. The study abroad component offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience in a global financial market, developing their skills and knowledge in a real-world setting. Graduates of this program are well-prepared for careers in finance, banking, and investment management.

Additional Information

This course is designed for students who want to pursue a career in finance but also want to gain international experience. The study abroad component allows students to spend a semester at one of our partner universities in Europe, Asia, or North America, immersing themselves in a new culture and gaining valuable insights into the global financial industry.

A World-Class Education at a Premier University

Durham University is a world-class institution with a strong reputation for academic excellence. The Business School at Durham University is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), demonstrating its commitment to quality and excellence in business education. The Study Group campus is located in the heart of Durham, providing students with easy access to the city's cultural and recreational attractions.

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 degree 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 will need to check in advance with the Tier 4 regulations which are in place at the time).

A level offer €“ AAB.