Kingston University London - Financial Economics BSc (Hons)

Kingston University London

Financial Economics BSc (Hons)

How is our economy affected by financial markets and institutions? What might their economic impact be from an organization's decisions on pricing and corporate finance?

This course offers you an understanding of how the economy and the financial system are connected. Through a distinctive, pluralist approach, the course examines both traditional and alternative theories and their real-life applications.

You'll explore the interplay of financial markets, instruments, and institutions, as well as their impact on the economy. You'll develop many skills that are highly valued by employers. These include analytical, numerical, data analysis, and problem-solving skills, and the use of specialist statistical software.

Reasons to choose Kingston University

  • In this course, you'll examine a wide variety of thoughts and theories in financial economics. This well-rounded approach will help you to think 'outside the box' - a definite advantage in the job market.
  • After your first year, you'll have the flexibility to switch to pure Economics or Business Economics.
  • You'll be able to study abroad at one of Kingston's partner universities.

Entry Requirements

  • 112-128 UCAS tariff points (to include at least two A-levels or equivalent qualifications); Degree with foundation year 48
  • BTEC Lvl3 National: Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM)
  • Candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language.
  • IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no element below 5.5

Career Prospects

Graduates often pursue careers in the City of London and the civil service. They work as economists, analysts, and consultants in risk, investment, banking, and capital markets. Others work in management at multinational companies or progress to postgraduate study.

Career opportunities after completing Financial Economics BSc (Hons)

  • Accountant
  • Accounts Assistant
  • Audit associate
  • Brand strategist
  • Campaign co-ordinator 
  • Financial researcher
  • Investment banker
  • Mortgage Consultant
  • Personal banker
  • Stockbroker
  • Trader

Course Details

This course builds your knowledge of core topics and different schools of thought in economics. The Financial Economics BSc (Hons) explores the interplay of financial markets, instruments, and institutions and their impact on the economy.

 In the First 

Year provides a historical background to modern economics, whilst exploring a range of economic principles and perspectives. You will also begin to study the mathematical and statistical foundations essential to the study of economics.

Year 1

Becoming an Economist
Economic Policy and Principles
Economics Quantitatively Treated 1
Capitalism

Year 2

Corporate Finance and Investment
Economics Quantitatively Treated 2
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics

Final Year

Core Modules:
Finance, Risk Management and Instability
Working as an Economist
Optional Modules:
Development Economics
Econometrics
International Trade and Finance
Mathematical Economics
Money, Banking and Financial Markets

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