University of Kent

Finance and Investment (Point of Entry 3) - BSc (Hons)

University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom

Course overview

Are you a problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments? Do you want to build a career making data-driven decisions that have an impact? If that sounds like you, our BSc Finance and Investment could help you get to where you want to go.

This direct entry degree gives you the knowledge and skills you need to kick-start your career, starting from year 2 of the course. Expand your knowledge of key financial principles and techniques while exploring topics such as data analysis, econometrics, derivatives, portfolio, and risk management. Develop data handling skills by working on real-time business data and using industry-standard trading floor simulation software in our Bloomberg Lab.

Gain the confidence and expertise you’ll need to advise businesses on the financial risks they face and spot the investment opportunities available to them. Kent Business School is a supportive community where you’ll work closely with your academic adviser and our world-leading academic staff. We’ll work with you to develop the knowledge, skills, and experience that you’ll need to pursue sought-after careers in banking, investment or risk management.

We are updating all of our modules on this course to ensure we provide you with the tools you need to make a real impact after you graduate. We are currently working with the CFA to make sure these modules meet industry standards and retain this course's accreditations.

Key highlights

  • Direct entry into the degree, starting from year 2
  • Topics include econometrics, derivatives, portfolio and risk management
  • Hands-on work with real-time business data in a Bloomberg Lab
  • Industry-standard trading floor simulation software used in teaching
  • Modules being updated with the CFA to meet industry standards
  • Close support from an academic adviser throughout your studies

Scholarships

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

Careers this course leads to

  • Investment analyst
  • Risk analyst
  • Investment banker
  • Financial analyst
  • Portfolio manager
  • Trader

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £20,700 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 Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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