Finance with Banking (with a Professional Placement Year)

On the Finance with Banking degree, aligned with the Chartered Banker Institute (CBI), you will join a community of like-minded peers, challenge your perspectives, and immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of banking. This degree is designed to equip you for a successful career in the Banking and Financial Services industry, ensuring you gain expertise in cutting-edge financial technologies and the ability to adapt to emerging risk management strategies.

The course modules are structured to broaden your understanding of the financial sector, with a focus on banking. You will explore contemporary issues and challenges in the industry, learn the importance of staying ahead of regulatory changes, appreciate the ethical considerations of the profession, and gain a solid grasp of risk management strategies. Additionally, you’ll examine the technological innovations that are shaping the future of banking in an increasingly competitive market.

With a focus on the many roles and functions within banking, the Finance with Banking degree provides you with hands-on experience across a range of specialisations. This will help you develop the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a variety of career paths in the sector, significantly enhancing your future employability.

The University of Chester offers Courses that go beyond lectures in a city perfect for students.

At Chester, your learning goes beyond lectures. Their distinctive academic experience combines expert teaching with real-world opportunities to help you develop practical, career-ready skills. You’ll learn through the Chester Future Skills framework, designed to build the attributes employers value most – from adaptability and creativity to digital confidence.

Furthermore, Chester offers the perfect backdrop for your university experience, as a safe yet vibrant city with ‘Purple Flag’ status. There’s everything students need close at hand, from riverside walks and city-wide events to a unique nightlife and independent cafés. You’ll find a welcoming community and an unbeatable quality of life.

Explore your possibilities in Clearing at Chester.