Finance with a Year in Industry BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Finance with a Year in Industry BSc (Hons)
Swansea Universitys Accounting and Finance department has an excellent reputation for preparing graduates for success within the financial industry. Swanseas School of Management offers an excellent learning experience and future career potential.
This degree, with a Year in Industry opportunity, is perfect if you have a dedicated interest in financial fields such as investment banking or financial trading. By blending theory, empirical evidence and practical application, you will build essential transferable skills, enabling the analysis and critical evaluation of real-wo...
Swansea Universitys Accounting and Finance department has an excellent reputation for preparing graduates for success within the financial industry. Swanseas School of Management offers an excellent learning experience and future career potential. <br/><br/>This degree, with a Year in Industry opportunity, is perfect if you have a dedicated interest in financial fields such as investment banking or financial trading. By blending theory, empirical evidence and practical application, you will build essential transferable skills, enabling the analysis and critical evaluation of real-world financial issues and concepts. <br/><br/>The third year of a 4-year course with a Year in Industry will be spent on placement. We have a strong network of industry contacts, and you will receive dedicated support from our in-house employability team, ranging from CV advice through to mock interviews. <br/><br/>Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, this programme allows you to obtain professional exemptions whilst studying with us. <br/><br/>Lecturers on this course have a wealth of real life experience that directly influences course content; ensuring the most up-to-date and relevant information is at your fingertips. This programme is ideal for those looking to develop the skills that are essential to excelling in a career within the financial sector.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Bay Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
N301
Institution Code
S93
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
33
A minimum of 5 in Standard Level English or 4 in Higher Level English.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H3
Extended Project
We recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B.
A level
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
B
This qualification can be used in conjunction with 2 A levels or A level equivalent qualifications.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Swansea University accepts the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level.
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