Banking with Financial Technology (with Foundation Year)

Highlights

Bangor has taught banking and finance for over five decades and is a Chartered Banker Institute ‘Centre of Excellence’. Teaching is informed by world class research in banking risk and regulation, market structure, credit, fintech and more. A friendly and informal learning environment with easy access to lecturers and an opportunity to build your confidence, knowledge and understanding.

Develop skills using industry-standard financial tools including Bloomberg terminals, Stocktrak portfolio simulation and Stata statistical analysis software. The foundation year prepares you for degree-level study, developing your subject-specific knowledge together with essential academic and IT skills.

Course overview

Our Banking with Financial Technology with Foundation Year provides an alternative route into undergraduate study if, for example, you don’t have the necessary qualifications or cannot meet the entry requirements to begin the standard three-year degree. The additional foundation year helps you better prepare for degree-level study, giving you a taste of learning at this higher level. On this foundation year, you’ll develop essential academic and IT skills, such as writing, communication, presentation and how to use digital resources to support your studies and research assignments.

Equally important, you will learn how to collaborate and work with others. You will get a taste of studying within a multidisciplinary School, working with foundation students from a range of other subjects, including accounting, economics, management and marketing. You can also participate in some of our extracurricular activities, including guest lectures.

On successful completion, you will join Year 1 of the BSc (Hons) Banking with Financial Technology programme. Our Banking with Financial Technology programme focuses on developing strong analytical, statistical, programming and coding skills, with an in-depth, real-world understanding of financial institutions and the economics that underlies them. It covers traditional banking and finance concepts, as well as cutting-edge topics like coding, machine learning, databases, personal finance, investments, insurance, and regulation - from a fintech perspective.

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Placement year

What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September.

Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience.

How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements.

Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University.

We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to find out more? Discover the exciting work experience opportunities available by visiting the Work Experience During Your Degree section on our website.

International Experience Year What is the International Experience Year? Take your studies to the next level and graduate with ‘International Experience' in your degree title. This degree offers an optional additional International Experience Year, giving you the chance to spend a year abroad.

Why choose an International Experience Year? Expand your horizons and gain a fresh perspective by living and learning in a different country…