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BSc (Hons) Finance

Canterbury Christ Church University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the financial sector, including banking, investments, and risk management. Students will learn how to analyze financial data, identify trends, and make informed investment decisions. The course also covers advanced topics such as portfolio management, financial planning, and corporate finance. With a strong focus on practical application, students will gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the competitive world of finance.

Additional Information

Students have access to state-of-the-art resources, including trading simulators and financial databases. Guest lectures from industry professionals provide valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the field. The course also includes a research project, allowing students to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world scenarios.

Discover the historic city of Canterbury and its vibrant cultural scene while pursuing your higher education goals at Canterbury Christ Church University.

Canterbury Christ Church University is located in the heart of Canterbury, a historic and culturally rich city. Our campus offers modern facilities and a supportive learning environment, with easy access to London and other major cities. The university has a strong reputation for academic excellence and innovative teaching methods, providing students with the perfect foundation for their future careers.

Why You Should Study This Course

Build your knowledge ready for a career in financial services, banking, and accounting or in the wider business.

With financial issues regularly making headline news, there is no better time to study finance. In our Finance course, you'll analyze and explore contemporary developments and innovation in corporate finance, econometrics, financial decision-making, financial analysis, and financial markets.

You'll learn from and meet with industry experts during our guest talks and employability events and will have opportunities to undertake work experience through our industry networks.

Finance is the gateway to careers and further study at the professional or Master’s level in a range of areas such as banking, financial services, and accounting. You'll develop a range of transferable business skills including communication, IT, research, and team working, which are essential for any career in any organization.

With a focus on employability, the Business School has established links with professional and industrial specialists to enrich the course and provide essential support and advice to our students. Excellent mentoring by our experienced team will guide and prepare you for the challenges and demands of working in financial services.

General Eligibility

A Levels: BBC

BTEC: DMM

Access: 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits 

International Baccalaureate: 29 Points

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 112 UCAS points

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core module:

  • Personal and Academic Skills for Success

  • Introduction to Financial Accounting

  • Business Information and Analysis

  • Economics

  • Introduction to Management Accounting

  • Managing People in Organisations

2 Year 2

Core module:

  • Foundations of Finance

  • Excel in Finance

  • International Financial Reporting

  • Employability Skills

  • Accounting for Business

  • Human Resources Management

3 Year 3

Core module:

  • Financial Markets and Risk Management

  • Portfolio Management

  • International and Multinational Finance

Optional module:

  • Audit and Assurance

  • Knowledge Management

  • Strategic Management

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS 6.5 or equivalency – with no less than 5.5 in any element.

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