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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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OCT-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Full Time
OCT-25
3 Years
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Study modern economics and its applications to financial markets with our BSc Economics and Finance degree.This three-year course will provide a rigorous foundation of economics and financial systems. Learn to apply economic theories to real-life problems in financial markets.- How do investors make their investment decisions?- Why did the financial crisis of 2007-2008 happen?- What can be done to prevent the next financial crisis?You will engage with specialist topics including:- financial economics- financial modelling- corporate finance.The programme will equip you with analytical skills, decision-making skills, and advanced financial techniques for a successful career in the financial services sector as a banker, investment analyst, advisor, economist, or other related roles.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/economics-ug/bsc-economics-and-finance.Exam type
A levelA level:
ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AABBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
ABB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
D3,M2,M2 Grades / Points required
Extended Project:
B Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
32 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H2,H3,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:
DDD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
A - B Grades / Points required
AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B.
Mathematics at grade B
Mathematics at grade B
Distinction in at least 12 level 3 units in Mathematics.
M2 in Mathematics.
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects
5 in one of the following subjects:Standard level MathematicsStandard level Mathematics: analysis and approachesStandard level Mathematics: applications and interpretationsHigher level MathematicsHigher level Mathematics: analysis and approachesHigher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations
H3 in Mathematics.
The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. A level or AS level Mathematics at grade B is also required.
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B is also required.
The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved, except Mathematics.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£29,950 per year
Students from EU
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£29,950 per year
Students from International
£29950 Per year
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