BSc Finance at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Our core degree in Finance was designed by researchers with industry and regulatory experience to equip you with the skills necessary for a successful career in the financial services industry. You will also be well-placed to pursue careers in economic consultancy, government departments or market regulators, as well as specialist postgraduate studies. This course provides rigorous training in all areas of finance with a focus on the quantitative skills that are required in every aspect of real-world decision-making.

What you will study

The first year of study will consider finance in a mostly non-technical way while providing training in the quantitative subjects that later modules will build upon. You will also study accounting and economics. In the second year, you will deepen your understanding of the theory, evidence and statistical methods relevant to different areas of finance.

Career pathways

While studying our Accounting and Finance degrees, you'll engage with industry professionals, applying your learning in real-world settings and developing the skills for a successful career in Accounting and Finance. Every student has access to our mentoring scheme, connecting you with professionals in sectors you're interested in exploring.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: AAA including Mathematics, or A*AB including A in Mathematics. A-level contextual offer: ABB including Mathematics. BTEC: DDD in any Applied General. IB Diploma: 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including Mathematics with either 6 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches). Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AA including Mathematics, and Higher: AAAAB. GCSE: No specific subjects required. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and listening,and no score below 6.0 (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code N300).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 29,300 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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