Business and Finance BA (Hons)
University of Lincoln
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Welcome to BA (Hons) Business and FinanceAdaptability and a wide range of industry skills offer graduates a strong platform to target careers in a variety of business sectors.The BA (Hons) Business and Finance degree at Lincoln aims to equip students with the tools and knowledge to operate in a range of business environments, and to develop a broad understanding of business and finance from an international perspective.The course introduces business and finance theory, including the importance ...Read more

Welcome to BA (Hons) Business and Finance

Adaptability and a wide range of industry skills offer graduates a strong platform to target careers in a variety of business sectors.

The BA (Hons) Business and Finance degree at Lincoln aims to equip students with the tools and knowledge to operate in a range of business environments, and to develop a broad understanding of business and finance from an international perspective.

The course introduces business and finance theory, including the importance of data analysis, legal knowledge, marketing, and operations. Modules have been designed to enable students to develop the ability to apply learning to practical situations.

How You Study

The first year lays the foundation for advanced study and introduces the key elements of business. Students tackle more advanced and specialist subjects in the second year.

In the final year, students have the opportunity to examine financial management at a higher level. They can tailor their degree by selecting from a range of options aligned to individual interested and career ambitions.

In addition, all full-time students have the opportunity to take undertake a year-long work placement after the second year. Those who choose this route do not pay tuition fees for that year but will be required to cover their travel, accommodation, and general living costs. Students are expected to source their own placement, and tutors can provide support during the process if required.

How You Are Assessed

The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that are used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, performances or observations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests. The University of Lincolns policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.

Career Opportunities

A wide variety of opportunities exist in many areas of business and finance around the world. These include roles in financial management, investment banking, advertising, marketing, e-commerce, human resources, and project management.

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
3/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
47th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
48th
Business Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
91%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Business Studies graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Business Studies graduate salary
£21,000
Finance
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Finance graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Finance graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Megan
12 Nov 24

- Great Location, you have everything on your doorstep, including shops, transport facilities etc. - Atmosphere is chilled, its a nice working environment and staff are very..Read more

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Anastasiia
01 Feb 23

-more events for students - show percentile when marking (e.g. how you performed in comparison to other students without showingtheir grades) -improve mentoring scheme - employ..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

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Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

104 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

104 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.

104 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of 4 Highers or a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers.

From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.

45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points

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Popular A-level subjects

Business Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Business Studies
62%
Economics
20%
Psychology
16%
Geography
15%
History
14%
HESA
Finance

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
56%
Business Studies
42%
Economics
26%
Biology
15%
Psychology
15%
HESA

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£16,600 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£16,600 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£16600 Per year

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M
Megan
12 Nov 24
Business and Finance BA (Hons)
- Great Location, you have everything on your doorstep, including shops, transport facilities etc. - Atmosphere is chilled, its a nice working environment and staff are very...
Read more
A
Anastasiia
01 Feb 23
Business and Finance BA (Hons)
-more events for students - show percentile when marking (e.g. how you performed in comparison to other students without showingtheir grades) -improve mentoring scheme - employ...
Read more
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