University of East London

Accounting and Finance (FinTech pathway) BSc (Hons)

University of East LondonStratford Campus, London

Course overview

This course is subject to revalidation. Accounting and finance with fintech are practical, career-focused subjects. Our learning methods reflect the tasks you’ll carry out in the workforce.

The future of financial transactions, applications and management of finances is expected to be impacted heavily by fintech. This accounting course will help you to understand the trends and innovations in the financial industry. Studying this pathway will help you to have a good grasp of not only the foundations and applications of fintech but also its strategic implementation.

It is important to note that the curriculum does not include the technology, coding or programming involved in fintech but the strategic management of technology. Graduating in accounting and finance with fintech will prepare you well for a career in fintech companies in London or globally. Book for an open day

Key highlights

  • Practical, career-focused learning that mirrors real workplace tasks
  • Covers trends and innovations shaping the financial industry
  • Explores fintech foundations, applications and strategic implementation
  • Focuses on strategic management of technology rather than coding
  • Prepares graduates for careers in fintech companies in London or globally

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — Accepted Qualifications112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma - DMM BTEC Diploma - D*D* Access to…
  • BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
  • BTEC: D*D* — BTEC Diploma
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 — to include including a minimum of 15 p
  • GCSE: 4/C — to include English, Mathematics

Scholarships

  • Engagement Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • Hardship Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • International Scholarship

    Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).

    Up to £500
  • Postgraduate Alumni Discount

    If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.

  • Sports Scholarships

    Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs

Careers this course leads to

  • Accountant
  • Financial analyst
  • FinTech analyst
  • Financial technology consultant
  • Auditor
  • Business analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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