University of Lincoln

BA Business and Finance

University of Lincoln

Course overview

The BA Business and Finance programme at the University of Lincoln is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business and finance on a global scale. It's a three-year course, with an option to extend to four years if students choose to do a professional practice placement. The curriculum covers various important areas, including business theory, data analysis, marketing, and operations. 

Through this programme, students gain access to industry-standard tools like the Bloomberg Terminal and have opportunities for professional placements. They will study core modules like Introduction to Accountancy, Data Analytics for Business, Foundations of Macroeconomics, Human Resource Management, and International Economics. Assessments vary and can include written assignments, reports, exams, tests, and presentations. 

The programme also provides exemptions from some ACCA examinations, making it easier for graduates to earn professional finance qualifications.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • International students need to have qualifications that are similar to A Levels and should achieve at least 104 UCAS Tariff points.
  • Another option is to have an International Baccalaureate with a total score of at least 28 points.  

English Proficiency:

  • Candidates whose first language is not English must secure an overall score of 6.0 on the IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill area.
  • The university acknowledges other tests, including TOEFL IBT and PTE Academic, as acceptable alternatives.

Scholarships

  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.

    Up to £2,000

  • Partner Scholarship

    If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates who obtain a BA Business and Finance degree from the University of Lincoln may find opportunities in the following job roles:

  • Accountant 
  • Financial Analyst 
  • Stockbroker 
  • Investment Analyst 
  • Portfolio Manager 
  • Risk Manager

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students enrolling in the University of Lincoln's BA Business and Finance programme in the 2025/26 academic year is estimated to be £16,600 per level. Students opting for a placement or international year abroad will pay an additional fee of £1,850 or £1,385, respectively. These fees may still be revised.

Admission

Interested candidates can apply for this course through UCAS. For assistance with the application process, students can get in contact with one of our trained counsellors.

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