Finance with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)
Swansea University
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Qualification

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

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Location

Bay Campus

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Study mode

Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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

Location

Bay Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

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Accounting & Finance
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Course info

Swansea Universitys Accounting and Finance department has an excellent reputation for preparing graduates for success within the financial industry. Swanseas School of Management offers an excellent learning experience and future career potential. This degree is perfect if you have a dedicated interest in financial fields such as investment banking or financial trading. By blending theory, empirical evidence and practical application, you will build essential transferable skills, enabling the ...Read more

Swansea University's Accounting and Finance department has an excellent reputation for preparing graduates for success within the financial industry. Swansea's School of Management offers an excellent learning experience and future career potential. This degree is perfect if you have a dedicated interest in financial fields such as investment banking or financial trading. By blending theory, empirical evidence and practical application, you will build essential transferable skills, enabling the analysis and critical evaluation of real-world financial issues and concepts. As part of this programme, you will spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experience. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year. If you wish to receive more information, please get in touch with us on study@swansea.ac.uk. Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, this programme allows you to obtain professional exemptions whilst studying with us. Lecturers on this course have a wealth of "real life" experience that directly influences course content; ensuring the most up-to-date and relevant information is at your fingertips. This programme is ideal for those looking to develop the skills that are essential to excelling in a career within the financial sector.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
40/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
31st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
37th
Finance
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 92 = 8% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
8%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
93%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Finance graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Finance graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Nathasha
07 Dec 23

Great..Read more

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Manasi
07 Dec 23

It's the best experience been a part of swansea university..Read more

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

BBB - ABB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:33,M:9 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

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

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 - 33 Grades / Points required

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

H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required

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

DDM - DDD Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

B Grades / Points required

Excluding General Studies.

From a Business related Access Course.

We recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B.

A minimum of 5 in Standard Level English or 4 in Higher Level English.

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

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This qualification can be used in conjunction with 2 A levels or A level equivalent qualifications.

Popular A-level subjects

Finance

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
70%
Business Studies
34%
Economics
28%
History
18%
Physics
17%
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Latest reviews

Latest Finance / Accounting (General) reviews

Finance / Accounting (General)
Finance / Accounting (General)
M
Manasi
07 Dec 23
International Accounting and Finance, MSc
It's the best experience been a part of swansea university...
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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Swansea University is renowned for its excellence in research, teaching reputation and delightful seafront location....

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CUG ranking
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Swansea University
Fabian Way Swansea SA1 8EN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  0.5 miles away

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