Study modern economics and its applications to financial markets with our BSc Economics and Finance degree.
This three-year course will provide a rigorous foundation of economics and financial systems. Learn to apply economic theories to real-life problems in financial markets.
- How do investors make their investment decisions?
- Why did the financial crisis of 2007-2008 happen?
- What can be done to prevent the next financial crisis?
You will engage with specialist topics including:
- financial economic...
Study modern economics and its applications to financial markets with our BSc Economics and Finance degree.<br/><br/>This three-year course will provide a rigorous foundation of economics and financial systems. Learn to apply economic theories to real-life problems in financial markets.<br/><br/><br/>- How do investors make their investment decisions?<br/><br/><br/>- Why did the financial crisis of 2007-2008 happen?<br/><br/><br/>- What can be done to prevent the next financial crisis?<br/><br/><br/>You will engage with specialist topics including:<br/><br/><br/>- financial economics<br/><br/><br/>- financial modelling<br/><br/><br/>- corporate finance.<br/><br/><br/>The programme will equip you with analytical skills, decision-making skills, and advanced financial techniques for a successful career in the financial services sector as a banker, investment analyst, advisor, economist, or other related roles.<br/><br/>**Access to real-world facilities**<br/>You will learn advanced analytical methods using relevant industry-specific software and data sources such as simulation software, Bloomberg, and Thompson Reuters.<br/><br/>Moreover, you will have opportunities to practise your knowledge in asset pricing and risk management by participating in the CME Group University Trading Challenge under the guidance of our academics, who are experts in the field.<br/><br/>**Interdisciplinary study**<br/>Your studies will cover a range of topics, including:<br/><br/><br/>- Financial economics<br/><br/><br/>- Microeconomics<br/><br/><br/>- Macroeconomics<br/><br/><br/>- Derivative securities/trading simulation<br/><br/><br/>- Financial modelling/trading simulation<br/><br/><br/>- Portfolio management<br/><br/><br/>- Corporate finance.<br/><br/><br/>Optional modules will bring your studies to life and relate to life outside the classroom, with interactive modules.<br/><br/><br/>- Fintech and Cryptocurrencies asks how and why firms are implementing blockchain technology in their day-to-day business, as well as addressing the challenges they face. You will also learn about the nature of popular cryptocurrencies and their governance.<br/><br/><br/>- Economics of Banking explores the weaknesses in the banking sector, the strategies adopted by banks to address risks, and the rationale for government intervention in the financial sector and banking regulation.<br/><br/><br/>- Economics of Sport and Games dissects how competitive and controlled environments within sport can provide laboratories to study human behaviour, test theories, and observe the impacts of policy.<br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2024
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Course Code
LN13
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelA,B,B A level or AS level Mathematics at grade B. Statistics can be accepted but only when studied alongside Physics and/or Economics UCAS TariffScottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. A level or AS level Mathematics at grade B is also required. A level or AS level Statistics can be accepted but only when studied alongside Physics and/or Economics. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English at grade B (or 5) OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. A level or AS level Mathematics at grade B is also required. A level or AS level Statistics can be accepted but only when studied alongside Physics and/or Economics. Scottish Advanced HigherCambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalExtended ProjectB In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)A B The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved, except Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)OCR Cambridge Technical CertificateAQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
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