University of Hertfordshire

BA Business and Finance

University of Hertfordshire

Course overview

BA (Hons) Business and Finance at the University of Hertfordshire equips you with essential knowledge of business operations, financial management, and strategic decision-making. You will explore key areas such as Marketing, People Management, Finance, and Legal Operations while developing analytical and problem-solving skills to support financial decision-making in organisations.

The course is designed to enhance your employability, with opportunities to engage in industry placements, networking events, and extracurricular activities such as the University Business Challenge and Enactus Society. You’ll also benefit from guest lectures, workshops, and mentorship from business professionals.

With support available even after graduation, a BA (Hons) in Business and Finance from the University of Hertfordshire prepares you for a successful career in financial services, corporate finance, or business consultancy. A sandwich year option is also available, allowing you to gain real-world experience and boost your career prospects.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements 

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants must have a UCAS tariff between 120-128 points. 

  • Students will need BBB - ABB grades in A-level subjects.

  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma with a DDM grade. 

English Proficiency: 

  • All students who are non-native speakers of English require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

  • Those who do not have the required IELTS score can apply for pre-sessional English courses to achieve this level.

Scholarships

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000

  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000

  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000

  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000

  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

Career opportunities

Careers

Typical career paths for graduates of Business and Finance at the University of Hertfordshire include:

  • Financial Manager 

  • Financial Controller

  • Investment Banker

  • Commercial Investor

  • Commercial Manager 

  • Management Consultant

Cost of study

Cost of Study

The BA in Business and Finance at the University of Hertfordshire is available to international students for a fee of £15,965 per year, offering fantastic value for high-quality education. This is provisional and subject to change as fees may be higher in future years for both new and returning students. 

Admission

You have to submit your application through UCAS to apply for this course. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors if you need more information on the application process.

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