UWE Bristol - BSc Hons Banking and Finance Top Up

UWE Bristol

BSc Hons Banking and Finance Top Up

Top up your existing qualifications to an honours degree. This one year top-up degree is equivalent to the final year of undergraduate study, and is aimed at students who have previously completed a relevant qualification, such as a Higher National Diploma or equivalent.

Why study banking and finance?

The UK has one of the largest and most competitive financial sectors in the world, offering diverse career opportunities, attractive salaries and scope to work overseas.

Why study our course?

BSc(Hons) Banking and Finance (Top-up) will equip you with a unique critical understanding of today's global economic system,  exploring contemporary issues and allowing you to develop an in depth project in the field, alongside specialist modules in subjects such as investment and international finance. On successful completion you will be awarded a full BSc(Hons) degree.

You will develop technical and critical thinking skills in a supportive and nurturing environment, addressing some of the key challenges of an increasingly complex and globalised financial system.

Guest speakers and recent case studies give you access to real business environments and give you a competitive edge in the job market. Our modern facilities including the Bloomberg Trading Suite, will give you real-world insight and unrivalled practical experience.

Where can it take me?

Banking and Finance at UWE Bristol is designed to meet employers' needs. Our emphasis on skills development and employability gives you a competitive edge in the jobs market.

You could go on to become a successful banker, accountant, or financial planner and analyst.

Our graduates have roles with Lloyds Banking Group, HSBC, investment banks (for example, Arbuthnot Latham), GE Asset Management and Handelsbanken.

Entry Requirements

  • GCSE: Grade C/4 in English Literature or Language and Mathematics or Statistics, or equivalent. We do not accept Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Certificates in Adult Numeracy and Literacy as alternatives to GCSEs.
  • English Language Requirement:

    If English is not your first language, you will need to meet the UK Border Agency's and the University's minimum English language requirements such as the International English Language Test (IELTS) overall score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component.

You should normally hold an HND or Foundation Degree (or equivalent), or have successfully completed the equivalent of 240 UK credit points (120 ECTS credits) in a related subject discipline.

Career Prospects

Banking and Finance at UWE Bristol produces graduates who are work-ready and have the knowledge and critical skills to succeed.

This course is an ideal launch pad for a career in banking, accountancy, insurance, financial planning and analysis, investment and pensions and advisory roles in both the public and private sector.

Our graduates have roles with Lloyds Banking Group, HSBC, investment banks (for example, Arbuthnot Latham), GE Asset Management and Handelsbanken.

Course Details

Project or Business Project and Business Project in Theory
Contemporary Issues in Banking and Finance
Academic and Professional Development.

Three optional modules
Economics of International Financial Markets
Financial Technology
International Business in Emerging Markets
International Financial Management
Investment Management
Islamic Banking and Finance.

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