Finance BSc
University of Leicester
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Bachelor of Science - BSc

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Bachelor of Science - BSc

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This is for you if... you want a professionally-orientated degree taught by researchers and academics with professional and industry experience and designed to equip you with the confidence you need to succeed in a variety of roles in the finance sector.On our BSc Finance degree you will learn the main theories, concepts, and practices related to finance, as well as appreciate fundamental concepts in related disciplines. The course provides hands-on coverage of practical finance with a focus on ...Read more

This is for you if... you want a professionally-orientated degree taught by researchers and academics with professional and industry experience and designed to equip you with the confidence you need to succeed in a variety of roles in the finance sector.On our BSc Finance degree you will learn the main theories, concepts, and practices related to finance, as well as appreciate fundamental concepts in related disciplines. The course provides hands-on coverage of practical finance with a focus on investments, data analytics and trading. In addition you will have the opportunity to improve your professional skills. You will gain knowledge and skills to appreciate and critique finance techniques and practices.Your first year is designed to equip you with the fundamental knowledge and study skills to succeed in your academic career. The first year is shared with the following programmes:BSc AccountingBSc Accounting and FinanceThis means that after a firm foundation in many disciplines, you will have the opportunity to make an informed choice and switch from BSc Finance to either of the other programmes at the end of your first year.The close relationship between research and teaching, as well as the practical focus of delivery are great advantages of studying with us. You will be taught by active and renowned researchers and academics who have professional practical experience in the accounting and finance sector.

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36/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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40th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
36th
What students say
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Justyna
23 Nov 23

Such a good university, feels like home and always love going to uni..Read more

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Avnitha
24 Oct 23

The lecturer and every single staff and students union are very welcoming. The make me feel welcomed and feel like home when especially I am away from my home as I am an..Read more

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Scottish Higher:

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Scottish Advanced Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

D:30 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,M2,M2 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

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

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

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

DDD Grades / Points required

T Level:

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All subjects accepted. Two AS-levels may be considered in place of one A-level.

Qualification Accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Qualification Accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Business or social science course preferred, but other subjects considered.

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Considered alongside other qualifications.

Minimum of grade 4 in SL or 3 in HL Maths Analysis and Approach, or grade 5 in SL or 4 in HL Maths Application and Interpretation if not held at GCSE grade 5/B. Must include minimum of grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if grade 4/C not held in English Language GCSE.

Qualification Accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk

Business or Science National Diploma considered with 1 A-level. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk

One Extended Certificate in any subject considered alongside 2 A-levels. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk

Business Extended Diploma accepted. Science/Engineering or IT Extended Diplomas may also be considered please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk

Distinction in either Accounting or Finance T level qualification.

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Justyna
23 Nov 23
Finance BSc
Such a good university, feels like home and always love going to uni...
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Avnitha
24 Oct 23
Management Finance and Accounting MSc
The lecturer and every single staff and students union are very welcoming. The make me feel welcomed and feel like home when especially I am away from my home as I am an...
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University of Leicester
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University Road Leicester Leicestershire LE1 7RH United Kingdom
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