BSc Financial Management With Foundation Year

The BSc Financial Management With Foundation Year is designed for individuals who wish to understand how to balance risk and reward but do not meet the standard entry requirements for the bachelor's degree. Before the main programme, this option includes a one-year course to improve the knowledge and skills of the individual to the required standard. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, students are guaranteed admission into the full degree.

As an AACSB-accredited course, the BSc in Financial Management covers the core modules such as financial planning, accounting and finance, and financial reporting, everything necessary to maintain excellent financial health. The teaching method includes lectures, workshops, seminars, etc.

Established in 1927 as a university college, the University of Hull attained full university status in 1954. It is located in Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, England, and ranks high among the best UK universities.

Over the decades, the University of Hull has built a strong reputation for quality teaching coupled with research excellence. Presently, it offers around 16,000 students a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across several disciplines such as Business, Health Sciences, Arts, Humanities, and Sciences.

To serve its student body, the University of Hull provides a 52-acre main campus in north Hull. This, in addition to its top facilities like the Brynmor Jones Library and the Allam Medical Building, ensures the best standard of education possible.

Here are the entry requirements to study the BSc in Financial Management (with Foundation year) at the University of Hull:

Students who need the Foundation Year study must register for the Business Management with Foundation Year programme. They must present experience in related subjects and an aptitude for academic work. The aptitude may be determined by an essay and/or interview alongside the application.

Grade Requirements

Applicants must submit a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points from either A-Levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications. For A-Levels, applicants need a minimum grade of CDD and MMP for BTEC qualifications. They also need at least a grade C/4 in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths.

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026) to study BSc Financial Management (with a foundation year) at the University of Hull is £17,500. However, students will pay 15% and 20% of the annual fee for a year abroad and a placement year, respectively. Other expenses like accommodation, a laptop, and living, etc., are borne by the student.

The University of Hull offers international students several scholarships and discounts to help and reward them. An example is the Fairer Future Global Scholarships. It is a 50% tuition fee reduction for eligible international students studying courses related to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

With a Bachelor's degree in Financial Management (with Foundation year) from the University of Hull, students graduate ready to work in the industry as:

• Investment Analyst
• Financial Advisor
• Credit Risk Manager
• Corporate Finance Associate
• Financial Controller
• Treasury Specialist

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.