Finance (Sustainable Finance) with Year Abroad BSc (Hons)
University of Reading
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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OCT-25

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

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Explore the key concepts of financial sustainability – and broaden your skills and experience by studying overseas – with our BSc Finance (Sustainable Finance) with Study Year Abroad degree..Recent changes in finance – including the need to focus on sustainable investment and environmental principles – have necessitated change across the financial world. Develop the key skills and knowledge to meet these changes head-on, as you gain expertise in sustainable finance and business ethics. Your ...Read more

Explore the key concepts of financial sustainability – and broaden your skills and experience by studying overseas – with our BSc Finance (Sustainable Finance) with Study Year Abroad degree..Recent changes in finance – including the need to focus on sustainable investment and environmental principles – have necessitated change across the financial world. Develop the key skills and knowledge to meet these changes head-on, as you gain expertise in sustainable finance and business ethics. Your studies will be underpinned by core modules on the essentials of business and finance, giving you a thorough understanding of the financial sector.You’ll enrich this learning and broaden your life experience with an integrated Study Year Abroad.Experts from Henley Business School will introduce you to the:- fundamental principles of accounting, finance and economics- quantitative techniques of finance- role of finance in business and society- ethics required to work in the finance industry.As your studies progress, you’ll gain deeper knowledge of the core concepts of sustainable finance. You’ll learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical workshops, and self-guided study. This will provide the opportunity to discuss subject materials in an in-depth way with your lecturers and fellow students.In your third year, you’ll have the opportunity to continue your studies at one of our overseas partner universities. We’ll help you decide where to go and for how long, guide you through the application process, and support you when you’re abroad.The Henley Business School is ranked 16th for Business and Management in the Guardian University Guide, 2024, and has triple-accredited status from the UK, European and US accrediting bodies (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB).After the first year of your BSc Finance (Sustainable Finance) degree, you can choose to transfer to any of our other specialist pathways.For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/2024/business-and-management-accounting-and-finance-ug/bsc-sustainable-finance-study-year-abroad

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Jeremiah
10 Nov 23

The University of Reading embraces diversity and inclusion, facilitating the thriving of international students in their academic and social pursuits. The available supports..Read more

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Dishni
28 Jan 23

University of Reading is a wonderful place to be in. It offers students an esteemed education with the best of academic lecturers and high quality course material and a wealth of..Read more

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Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3,M2,M2 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

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

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OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

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

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The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved.

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£29,950 per year

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£29,950 per year

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£29950 Per year

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10 Nov 23
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The University of Reading embraces diversity and inclusion, facilitating the thriving of international students in their academic and social pursuits. The available supports...
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