BA Finance with Business Communication Top-up

The BA Finance with Business Communication (Top-up) at the University of Portsmouth is for students who have already studied finance or business and want to get a full bachelor's degree. This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accounting (CIMA) and is a good fit for international students who do not speak English as their first language.

Students will learn about key topics like financial markets, business analysis, and investments while also improving their English communication skills through activities such as presentations, interviews, and writing assignments. They will also get hands-on experience through business simulation games and will learn to use important tools like the Bloomberg terminal, which are common in the finance field.

Students can complete the programme within a year or two, depending on their earlier studies and English skills. The University of Portsmouth provides great support, including special English language classes and workshops for business communication.

The University of Portsmouth gained university status in 1992 and is located in Portsmouth, England. In the 2023 National Student Survey, it was ranked among the top 20 universities in England for academic support and learning resources. The university also received a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, showing its dedication to providing high-quality education.

Additionally, the Research Excellence Framework (REF) states that 77% of the university's research is considered world-leading or internationally excellent.

Grade Requirements:

• To apply for the 2-year course, applicants need a Level 4 qualification like an HNC or 120 credits from the first year of a relevant BA/BSc. 
• Those applying for the 1-year course need a Level 5 qualification like an HND, or 240 credits from the first and second years of a relevant BA/BSc.

English Proficiency:

• For entry into year 2, applicants need an IELTS score of at least 5.5, with no individual skill element lower than 5.5; for year 3, they need an IELTS score of at least 6.0, again with no individual score lower than 5.5.

For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee for international students enrolling in the University of Portsmouth’s BA Finance with Business Communication (Top-up) programme is £16,200. Please note that this fee is still subject to change.

International students at the University of Portsmouth have access to several scholarships. The Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship gives a £5,000 discount on fees for the first year to outstanding students. There is also the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship, which offers a £2,500 reduction in first-year fees for eligible students.

For students seeking asylum, the Sanctuary Scholarship pays for full undergraduate tuition fees and provides extra personal and financial help.

Students with a BA Finance with Business Communication (Top-up) degree from the University of Portsmouth can explore various job opportunities, including the following roles:

• Accountant
• Budget Analyst 
• Auditor
• Financial Analyst 
• Financial Manager
• Business Development Officer

Candidates interested in this course can apply through UCAS or directly to the university through their online application form. Those who need assistance with the application process can speak with one of our trained counsellors.