BSc (Hons) Finance and Investment

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the financial world, including investments, markets, and institutions. Students will learn how to analyze financial data, evaluate investment opportunities, and manage risk. The course also covers international finance, corporate finance, and financial management. Graduates will be well-equipped to pursue careers in banking, investment, and financial analysis.

Additional Information

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) and the Association of International Accountants (AIA). Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a Trading Room and Bloomberg Terminal. The course also includes opportunities for work experience and networking events with industry professionals.

Discover the thriving city of Leicester and its rich cultural heritage, while gaining a top-notch education in finance at De Montfort University.

De Montfort University is located in the vibrant city of Leicester, which provides a diverse range of cultural, social, and economic experiences. The university has a strong reputation for teaching and research in finance and related fields, and offers a supportive learning environment with small class sizes and personalized attention from lecturers.

Overview

The Finance and Investment BSc course at DMU provides a rigorous academic approach to finance with a focus on practical skills and employability. Students will be equipped with the advanced technical skillset, knowledge, and professional attitude necessary to excel in a career in the financial sector. The course is a member of the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Affiliation Program and our curriculum well prepares students to sit the CFA examinations to obtain one of the most reputable professional qualifications in the finance and investment industry.

On this course, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of finance through exploration of the connected disciplines of accounting and economics. This programme is ideal for those interested in a mathematical approach, where strong emphasis is placed on quantitative data. The use of important industry-standard commercial databases and software, such as Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters Eikon, Matlab, and Python, are integrated into teaching to bridge the theoretical and practical aspects of finance.

Innovative modules will introduce you to new methodologies – such as Artificial Intelligence and Financial Applications, where you will gain hands-on experience of using, evaluating, and even developing your own AI applications, to solve real-life problems.

• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths

A levels

• A typical offer is 112 UCAS points. You need to study at least two subjects at A Level or equivalent (e.g. BTEC)

20 hours per week.