Banking and Finance BSc
Study of how financial institutions operate, how money flows through economies, and how businesses and individuals make financial decisions in global markets.
Is this for you?
This degree could suit you if you:
Enjoy maths and finance
Are interested in banking or investment
Like analysing data
Want a high-paying career
Are detail-oriented
Popular Career Fields
Finance & Banking
Investment & Asset Management
Accounting & Auditing
Consulting
Your Personality Might Be:
Financially astute
Investment & Asset Management
Risk-aware
Market-conscious
What is it?
What is Banking and Finance?
A Banking & Finance degree focuses on understanding financial systems, banking operations, investments, risk management, and the regulatory frameworks that keep markets functioning.
You’ll learn how banks work, how capital is raised and managed, how portfolios are constructed, and how financial markets respond to economic change.
The degree blends analytical study with practical financial skills, using real market data and tools to understand risk, value, interest rates, financial products, and market behaviour.
It prepares students for careers in financial services, investment banking, corporate finance, and risk analysis.
Why study Banking and Finance?
If you’re interested in financial markets, numbers, global economics, or how banks and investors make decisions, this degree offers a challenging and rewarding pathway.
It helps you understand:
How banks and financial institutions operate
How financial markets allocate capital and manage risk
How investment decisions are made
How global economic forces shape financial systems
How financial data informs strategic and regulatory decisions
Banking & Finance is well-suited to students who enjoy quantitative work, problem-solving, and working in fast-paced environments.
Course Summary
Study of how financial institutions operate, how money flows through economies, and how businesses and individuals make financial decisions in global markets.
What you'll study
Most Banking and Financing degrees cover topics such as:
Banking systems, financial institutions, and regulation
Corporate finance and financial decision-making
Investment analysis, valuation, and portfolio management
Financial markets, instruments, and trading
Risk management, derivatives, and financial modelling
Macroeconomics, monetary policy, and global finance
Skills You'll Gain
A Banking & Finance degree builds strong analytical and transferable skills, which might include:
Financial and quantitative analysis – enabling you to interpret market data, value assets, and evaluate financial performance.
Risk assessment and modelling – helping you analyse uncertainty and support informed investment or banking decisions.
Knowledge of financial systems – building a deep understanding of markets, banks, and global economic forces.
Problem-solving and critical thinking – equipping you to tackle complex financial challenges with practical solutions.
Professional communication – allowing you to explain financial insights clearly to clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
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Pathways, Placements and Work Experience
CAREERS
Career Pathways
Graduates go on to roles in:
Banking (retail, commercial, or investment)
Financial analysis and risk management
Corporate finance and treasury
Asset management and investment analysis
Insurance, pensions, and actuarial work
Financial consulting or compliance
Work Experiences & Placements
Depending on the programme, opportunities may include:
Banks (retail, commercial, investment)
Insurance and risk management firms
Corporate finance teams
Investment funds, asset managers, and trading firms
Government or regulatory finance departments
Accounting and consulting firms
Placement years often lead to graduate job offers in financial services.
Salary Profile
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Qualifications, Personal Satement, What to do Next?
AM I ELIGIBLE?
Entry Requirements
A-levels or equivalent. Many universities prefer Maths or a numerate subject. Maths, Economics, Business, or Further Maths are beneficial.
Personal Statement Tips
Show interest in financial markets, banking, economics, or investment.
Mention relevant experiences (stock market simulations, part-time finance roles, maths competitions).
Reflect on a financial news story, trend, or economic topic you find meaningful.
Highlight numeracy, analysis, motivation, and problem-solving strengths.
What to do Next
Decide between BA (broader) and BSc (more quantitative).
Explore modules in investments, risk, or global economics.
Build Excel and data analysis skills early.
Stay up to date with financial news and market trends.
Wider Reading
The Intelligent Investor – Benjamin Graham
A foundational text on value investing and long-term financial strategy.Liar’s Poker – Michael Lewis
A vivid, entertaining insight into investment banking culture and financial markets.Against the Gods: The Remarkable Story of Risk – Peter L. Bernstein
An accessible history of risk management and probability in finance.The Big Short – Michael Lewis
A compelling explanation of the 2008 financial crisis and how markets behave under pressure.