Finance & Investment BSc (Hons)

<strong>Our BSc Finance & Investment degree equips you with the expertise to navigate the complexities of financial markets, investment strategies, and corporate finance. You will develop a strong foundation in financial analysis, portfolio management, risk assessment, and sustainable investment practices, preparing you for careers in investment banking, asset management, financial consulting, and corporate finance.</strong><br/><br/>Hands-on experience is the cornerstone of the course, you will have access to real-world financial data, trading simulations in our Trading Room using the Bloomberg terminals, and financial technologies. You will develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities and acquire technical proficiency in financial software and tools. The course places a strong emphasis on ethical considerations in finance and encourages you to embrace innovation and sustainable investment planning.<br/><br/>This degree is innovative, inclusive, and industry-responsive, integrating emerging financial technologies, ethical investment principles, and sustainability-focused finance. Taught by experienced industry practitioners and leading researchers, you will explore FinTech innovations, digital assets, and global financial markets, ensuring a future-focused learning experience.<br/><br/>Opportunities for internships, placement year and study abroad enhance your employability and provide a competitive advantage in the job market. By balancing financial performance with social responsibility, our BSc Finance & Investment degree prepares graduates to shape the future of finance, driving profitability while championing sustainability and ethical investment strategies.<br/><br/>Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for a diverse range of career paths, including roles as financial analysts, investment bankers, portfolio managers, and financial advisors. You will also have unlocked opportunities in corporate finance, risk management, and financial consulting. With a robust foundation in principles of finance, the course is designed to equip you to meet the evolving demands of the financial sector.<br/><br/><strong>Location</strong><br/><br/>This course is run at our Canterbury Campus in Kent. Canterbury is just 50 miles south-east of London and less than an hour by high-speed train from St Pancras. Located on a UNESCO World Heritage Site the campus offers state-of-the-art buildings, right in the centre of a vibrant and world-famous cathedral city. You’ll benefit from a campus with excellent learning and teaching resources, music venues, a superb sports centre, a well-stocked bookshop and plenty of coffee bars and places to eat. A short walk away is Augustine House our award-winning library and home to a vast range of learning resources and student support teams.