Fintech Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Our Financial Technology (FinTech) degree focuses on developing your critical understanding of how finance and technology intersect within wider economic, ethical, sustainable and global contexts. This degree provides you with a strong foundation in finance while exploring the opportunities and challenges presented by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI). You will also have the opportunity to develop an ethical and sustainable mindset, understanding how innovation in finance can be applied responsibly across organisations and society. 

Many of the roles you will undertake in the future are still emerging. This degree will support you in becoming a confident, analytical and innovative graduate, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the fast-evolving fintech sector without restricting you to a single career pathway. With this in mind, the programme blends finance, technology and data analytics within the contemporary digital landscape, ensuring your knowledge remains relevant, adaptable and future-focused as you progress through your career. 

This course combines technical expertise with practical, applied learning to develop both your analytical and entrepreneurial capabilities. You will explore key areas such as financial systems, data analytics, artificial intelligence in finance. Through live challenges, real-world case studies and interactive learning, you will examine how organisations respond to technological disruption, adapt to regulatory changes, and innovate within financial markets. You will also engage with guest speakers from industry, gaining valuable insight from fintech professionals, regulators and entrepreneurs. 

There will be extensive opportunity to develop your employability throughout the degree, starting from your first year through hands-on projects and industry-linked tasks designed to build your confidence and professional skills. In your second year, you will further enhance your employability through structured professional development, preparing you for a placement year or final-year project. You will have the opportunity to undertake an industry placement, consultancy project, or entrepreneurial activity, allowing you to apply your knowledge in real-world contexts. This practical experience is closely linked to your research project, enabling you to integrate both academic and applied learning to prepare for graduate roles or postgraduate study. 

By studying this degree, you will graduate with strong technical, analytical and professional skills, alongside a deep understanding of the ethical and societal implications of financial innovation. You will be well positioned to pursue a wide range of careers across fintech, banking, consultancy, data analytics and financial services, with the confidence to contribute to and lead in a rapidly transforming industry.