Economics and Finance with a Year in Industry

Swansea University

An Economics and Finance degree can lead to a genuine variety of careers, from investment banking and management consultancy to senior finance roles within international organisations. The BSc Economics and Finance degree at Swansea University has an excellent reputation. It has produced high performing graduates who have been hired by the world’s biggest brands such as Barclays, HSBC and PwC, and the world’s most respected organisations, including major financial institutions and government bodies. Blending core elements of economics and finance, this degree provides a comprehensive understanding of modern economics and its application within the financial industry. The chance to concentrate on specialist areas such as corporate finance will develop your appreciation of the relationship between economic analysis and financial operations. Over the course of your studies, consistently observing how theory impacts practice will enhance your strategic decision-making abilities. By the time you graduate, you will be confident in the application of your knowledge, investigative and model-building skills to effectively advise different types of organisations.Economics and Finance graduates from Swansea are poised for financially rewarding and mentally rigorous employment opportunities. Whether you target the pressured energy of a trading floor or the credibility of becoming an authority on finance trends, this degree will make you a strong candidate for any graduate employer. Your future job title could be any of the following: Economist, Analyst, Researcher, Government Adviser, Management Consultant, Derivatives Trader, Financial Analyst and Econometrician.