Business with Finance [with Foundation Year] BSc (Hons)
Anglia Ruskin University
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.0) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

location-pin
Location

Chelmsford Campus

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

JAN-25

time
Duration

4 Years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Location

Chelmsford Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

JAN-25

Duration

4 Years

SELECTED

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Location

Chelmsford Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

SELECT

Subjects

Select a subject


Accounting & Finance
SELECTED

Business & Management Studies
SELECT

Exam type

Select a an exam type


Location

Select student location


England
SELECTED

Scotland
SELECT

Wales
SELECT

Northern Ireland
SELECT

Channel Islands
SELECT

EU
SELECT

Course info

Our Business with Finance degree gives you the skills and confidence to excel in your career. With a strong focus on strategic thinking and financial management, our course also embraces hands-on learning. You want to be a manager who makes critical business decisions, you have an entrepreneurial mindset, and you’re eager to develop your leadership abilities and financial know-how.As a Business with Finance student at ARU, you’ll get all the prowess of a business degree, along with the ...Read more

Our Business with Finance degree gives you the skills and confidence to excel in your career. With a strong focus on strategic thinking and financial management, our course also embraces hands-on learning. You want to be a manager who makes critical business decisions, you have an entrepreneurial mindset, and you’re eager to develop your leadership abilities and financial know-how.As a Business with Finance student at ARU, you’ll get all the prowess of a business degree, along with the financial discipline to make big, informed decisions.Get practical experience with our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab, and an optional placement year.You’ll find that our Business with Finance course brings together the entrepreneurial approach and analytical mindset you need to succeed.ARU’s teaching facilities include our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab, where you’ll be able to practice your skills from the first year. It will be your safe space to learn all the tricks of the trade. This way, you’ll be ready for your first graduate role with proficiency in contemporary platforms that are used around the financial world.Receiving an industry-recognised Bloomberg certification on graduation will only increase your pool of career options. From chartered management accountant and credit analyst, through management consultant and corporate investment banker, to bank manager, marketing executive, project manager or environmental manager – the routes after this degree are immeasurable.From an employer’s perspective, the confidence you will gain in understanding the financial side of a business — and being able to think critically at this level — makes you an ideal candidate for a more senior role.Industry leaders want graduates they can hire, so they work with us to design courses. Your problem solving skills will be tested as you’re presented with actual business challenges, giving you a taste of real world business management and a chance to prove yourself. These are the experiences you come to university for — to learn new skills, expand your social network, and get your career off to a flying start.

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
61/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
101st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
121st
What students say
DS
DIVYA SWAROOPA
31 Jan 24

ARU is a great university to be at, it’s got amazing staff who are enthusiastic about they’re lectures and really know what they’re talking about which makes it that much better...Read more

MU
Muhammad Umair
05 Jan 24

Really a great university with excellent..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Modules (Year 2)
Modules (Year 3)
Modules (Year 4)
IDP Connect

Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£15,900 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

Living Costs - Range from £7,000–£9,000 per year

£15,900 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

Living Costs - Range from £7,000–£9,000 per year

£15,900 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

Living Costs - Range from £7,000–£9,000 per year

£15,900 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
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 is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

Living Costs - Range from £7,000–£9,000 per year

£15,900 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

Living Costs - Range from £7,000–£9,000 per year

£15,900 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

Living Costs - Range from £7,000–£9,000 per year

UCAS/IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Finance / Accounting (General) reviews

Finance / Accounting (General)
Finance / Accounting (General)
Business Studies
DS
DIVYA SWAROOPA
31 Jan 24
MSc Accounting and Finance
ARU is a great university to be at, it’s got amazing staff who are enthusiastic about they’re lectures and really know what they’re talking about which makes it that much better....
Read more
MU
Muhammad Umair
05 Jan 24
Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons)
Really a great university with excellent...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Finance / Accounting (General) students rated:

Student rating
( 4.0) 14 reviews
5 star
36%
4 stars
29%
3 stars
35%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.0) 1,493 reviews
5 star
33%
4 stars
46%
3 stars
18%
2 stars
2%
1 star
1%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University , Cambridge

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), it offers an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, degree apprenticeships...

Student rating
( 4.0) View reviews
CUG ranking
121st
Anglia Ruskin University
Bishop Hall Lane Chelmsford Essex CM1 1SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hatfield Peverel  3.5 miles away

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate