BSc Business Finance

The BSc Business Finance programme at Birmingham City University aims to create well-rounded graduates who possess the financial knowledge and business skills needed to succeed in today's competitive job market. The course is accredited by Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI) and lays a strong foundation in key financial concepts, critical thinking, and strategic business practices.

In addition to classroom learning, students also take part in hands-on experiences, including simulations, case studies, and industry visits. They study important topics like corporate governance, financial decision-making, risk management, investment strategies, and international finance. Furthermore, the course addresses modern issues like sustainable finance and its link to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), equipping students to tackle real financial and ethical challenges that organisations face today.

Birmingham City University (BCU) started in 1843 as the Birmingham College of Art and became a university in 1992. Today, it is home to more than 31,000 students from over 100 countries. The university offers several undergraduate and postgraduate courses. It is highly regarded for its quality of teaching, consistently ranking among the leading universities in the UK. 

BCU is also recognised for its commitment to sustainability and has invested £400 million in new facilities, such as the City Centre Campus and the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

Grade Requirements:

• International applicants are required to have qualifications equivalent to A Levels, with grades of BBC, which totals 112 UCAS Tariff points. 

• Alternatively, they can provide an International Baccalaureate with a minimum overall score of 28 points.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants who are non-native English speakers should achieve a total IELTS score of 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in each skill section.

International students are expected to pay the tuition fee of £17,690 per year for Birmingham City University’s BSc Business Finance programme. Please be aware that this fee is for the 2025/26 academic year and may increase annually by up to 5% throughout the duration of the course.

Birmingham City University offers several scholarship opportunities for international students. One option is the International Scholarship, which gives eligible undergraduate international students a tuition fee discount of up to £2,000. Additionally, the Women in STEAM Scholarship is available, providing £2,500 to female applicants pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

Students who earn a BSc Business Finance degree from Birmingham City University can pursue the following job roles:

• Market Research Analyst 
• Banker
• Accountant 
• Cost Estimator
• Credit Analyst 
• Loan Officer

Candidates interested in applying can complete their application through UCAS or directly through the Birmingham City University website. Those who need assistance with the application process can get in touch with one of our trained counsellors.