BSc Finance (Investments)
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UCAS code
N301 -
Typical offer
ABB -
Year of entry
2023/24 -
Course duration
Full Time: 3 Years
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Year of entry
2023/24 -
Course duration
Full Time: 3 Years
Prepare for a career in the fast-paced industries of investment banking, asset management, corporate finance or general accounting with our BSc Finance (Investments) degree.
Recent changes in finance – including the emergence of financial technology and the focus on sustainability – have necessitated changes throughout the industry.
Develop the key skills and knowledge to meet these changes head-on, as you gain a deep understanding of finance and the financial services industry.
Experts from Henley Business School will introduce you to the:
- fundamental principles of accounting, finance and economics
- quantitative techniques of finance
- role of finance in business and society
- ethics required to work in the finance industry.
As your studies progress, you’ll gain deeper knowledge of the core concepts in:
- portfolio management
- financial modelling
- corporate finance
- econometrics for finance
- FX and international debt markets
- hedging and trading.
You’ll learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical workshops, and self-guided study. This will provide the opportunity to discuss subject materials in an in-depth way with your lecturers and fellow students.
The University of Reading is a CFA partner university. Within this partnership, a number of scholarships are offered towards CFA exams (partial fee reduction) for which students can apply.
Choose BSc Finance (Investments) at Henley Business School
- Ranked 19th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2020).
- Triple-accredited status from the UK, European and US accrediting bodies (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB).
Flexible study options
After the first year of your BSc Finance (Investments) degree, you will have the option to transfer to any of our other specialist pathways:
Each pathway is designed to help you understand particular challenges within finance and how to respond to them.
If you choose to remain on the general degree course, you’ll still be offered a wide range of options in your second and final years – allowing you to tailor your learning to your individual interests.
All of our degrees are available as four-year options, with either a Placement Year or Study Year Abroad in the third year.
Dedicated industry facilities with BSc Finance (Investments)
Put your understanding of financial systems and capital markets into practice in our state-of-the-art dealing rooms, featuring computer trading simulations and financial modelling.
You’ll experience the thrill of a live market – take positions, quote two-way prices, and manage the risk of a $50-100m trading book. This is an excellent learning opportunity, offering you highly valuable practice experience to draw upon when applying for graduate roles.
A focus on employability
We are passionate about developing your personal skills alongside your business acumen.
Overview
Prepare for a career in the fast-paced industries of investment banking, asset management, corporate finance or general accounting with our BSc Finance (Investments) degree.
Recent changes in finance – including the emergence of financial technology and the focus on sustainability – have necessitated changes throughout the industry.
Develop the key skills and knowledge to meet these changes head-on, as you gain a deep understanding of finance and the financial services industry.
Experts from Henley Business School will introduce you to the:
- fundamental principles of accounting, finance and economics
- quantitative techniques of finance
- role of finance in business and society
- ethics required to work in the finance industry.
As your studies progress, you’ll gain deeper knowledge of the core concepts in:
- portfolio management
- financial modelling
- corporate finance
- econometrics for finance
- FX and international debt markets
- hedging and trading.
You’ll learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical workshops, and self-guided study. This will provide the opportunity to discuss subject materials in an in-depth way with your lecturers and fellow students.
The University of Reading is a CFA partner university. Within this partnership, a number of scholarships are offered towards CFA exams (partial fee reduction) for which students can apply.
Choose BSc Finance (Investments) at Henley Business School
- Ranked 19th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2020).
- Triple-accredited status from the UK, European and US accrediting bodies (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB).
Flexible study options
After the first year of your BSc Finance (Investments) degree, you will have the option to transfer to any of our other specialist pathways:
Each pathway is designed to help you understand particular challenges within finance and how to respond to them.
If you choose to remain on the general degree course, you’ll still be offered a wide range of options in your second and final years – allowing you to tailor your learning to your individual interests.
All of our degrees are available as four-year options, with either a Placement Year or Study Year Abroad in the third year.
Dedicated industry facilities with BSc Finance (Investments)
Put your understanding of financial systems and capital markets into practice in our state-of-the-art dealing rooms, featuring computer trading simulations and financial modelling.
You’ll experience the thrill of a live market – take positions, quote two-way prices, and manage the risk of a $50-100m trading book. This is an excellent learning opportunity, offering you highly valuable practice experience to draw upon when applying for graduate roles.
A focus on employability
We are passionate about developing your personal skills alongside your business acumen.
Entry requirements A Level ABB
IELTS 6.5 with no component below 5.5
This degree is not included in our firm choice scheme.
Typical offerABB including B at A level or AS level Maths
International Baccalaureate
32 points overall including minimum 5 in Maths and 4 in English at standard level
GCSE
English at grade B (5)
BTEC Extended Diploma
DDD (modules taken must be comparable to AS level Maths)
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5
For information on other English language qualifications, please visit our international student pages.
Alternative entry requirements for International and EU students
For country specific entry requirements look at entry requirements by country.
International Foundation Programme
If you are an international or EU student and do not meet the requirements for direct entry to your chosen degree you can join the University of Reading’s International Foundation Programme. Successful completion of this 1 year programme guarantees you a place on your chosen undergraduate degree. English language requirements start as low as IELTS 4.5 depending on progression degree and start date.
Pre-sessional English language programme
If you need to improve your English language score you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.
Structure
Compulsory modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
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IC101 | Introductory Securities and Markets | MR John Chessher |
IC102 | Introductory Finance/Trading Simulation I | DR Gita Persand |
IC103 | Introductory Economics for Business and Finance | PROF Carol Padgett |
IC104 | Introductory Quantitative Techniques for Business and Finance | DR Nikoloas Antypas |
IC105 | Ethics in Investment Management | MS Deepa Govindarajan Driver |
MM1F27 | Business in Practice: Accounting for managers | MS Sue Blackett |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Compulsory modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
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IC201 | Corporate Finance | MISS Dina Ghanma |
IC204 | Portfolio Management | DR Nikoloas Antypas |
IC205 | Introductory Econometrics for Finance | DR Lisa Schopohl |
IC211 | FX and International Debt Markets | MRS Gail Rolland |
IC212 | Financial Modelling | DR Gita Persand |
Optional modules include:
Code | Module | Convenor |
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IC207 | Trends in Finance | DR Antony Moore |
IC208 | Programming for Finance | DR Vu Tran |
IC209 | Sustainable Finance | MISS Dina Ghanma |
IC210 | Environmental Economics | DR Antony Moore |
MM285 | Work Mini-Placement | MS Helen Slingsby |
These are the modules that we currently offer. They may change for your year of study as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
- Bond and Money Markets
- Management of Risk
- Derivative Securities
- Advanced Derivative Securities: Hedging and Trading
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Fees
New UK/Republic of Ireland students: £9,250
New international students: £24,500
*UK/Republic of Ireland fee changes
UK/Republic of Ireland undergraduate tuition fees are regulated by the UK government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval and any decision on raising the tuition fees cap for new UK students would require the formal approval of both Houses of Parliament before it becomes law.
EU student fees
With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.
Additional costs
Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.
Financial support for your studies
You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.
Careers
Careers for BSc Finance (Investments) graduates
The skills and knowledge you acquire from your degree in finance will be applicable to, and provide a route into, many areas:
- Asset management
- Banking and investment banking
- Consultancy
- Finance
- Operations
- Trading
- Financial Analysis
- Brokerage
- Hedge funds.