This is for you if... you want a professionally-orientated degree taught by researchers and academics with professional and industry experience and designed to equip you with the confidence you need to succeed in a variety of roles in the finance sector.
On our BSc Finance degree you will learn the main theories, concepts, and practices related to finance, as well as appreciate fundamental concepts in related disciplines. The course provides hands-on coverage of practical finance with a focus on investments, data analytics and trading. In addition you will have the opport...
This is for you if... you want a professionally-orientated degree taught by researchers and academics with professional and industry experience and designed to equip you with the confidence you need to succeed in a variety of roles in the finance sector.<br/><br/>On our BSc Finance degree you will learn the main theories, concepts, and practices related to finance, as well as appreciate fundamental concepts in related disciplines. The course provides hands-on coverage of practical finance with a focus on investments, data analytics and trading. In addition you will have the opportunity to improve your professional skills. You will gain knowledge and skills to appreciate and critique finance techniques and practices.<br/><br/>Your first year is designed to equip you with the fundamental knowledge and study skills to succeed in your academic career. The first year is shared with the following programmes:<br/><br/>BSc Accounting<br/>BSc Accounting and Finance<br/>This means that after a firm foundation in many disciplines, you will have the opportunity to make an informed choice and switch from BSc Finance to either of the other programmes at the end of your first year.<br/><br/>The close relationship between research and teaching, as well as the practical focus of delivery are great advantages of studying with us. You will be taught by active and renowned researchers and academics who have professional practical experience in the accounting and finance sector.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
N300
Institution Code
L34
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Scottish HigherQualification Accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk Access to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 Minimum of grade 4 in SL or 3 in HL Maths Analysis and Approach, or grade 5 in SL or 4 in HL Maths Application and Interpretation if not held at GCSE grade 5/B. Must include minimum of grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if grade 4/C not held in English Language GCSE. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD Business Extended Diploma accepted. Science/Engineering or IT Extended Diplomas may also be considered please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Qualification Accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English Language grade C/4 and Maths grade B/5 is also required for this course Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Business or Science National Diploma considered with 1 A-level. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk Scottish Advanced HigherQualification Accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,M2,M2 Extended ProjectConsidered alongside other qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)One Extended Certificate in any subject considered alongside 2 A-levels. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk A levelT LevelDistinction in either Accounting or Finance T level qualification. |
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