Finance, Investment and Banking, BSc (Hons)

The Finance, Investment and Banking, BSc (Hons) programme prepares students for careers in banking, investment, and financial services. It develops a strong understanding of financial markets, corporate finance, and global banking while building practical skills for today's financial industry.

Students study financial accounting, investment analysis, corporate finance, banking operations, financial markets, risk management, and economics. The course also explores FinTech, digital banking, ethical finance, and global investment strategies to reflect current industry trends.

Practical learning includes financial modelling, data analysis, case studies, and real business projects. Students gain experience using industry-relevant financial tools while developing analytical, numerical, communication, and decision-making skills valued by employers.

Supported by experienced academics and modern learning facilities, graduates are prepared for careers in banking, investment management, corporate finance, financial consultancy, insurance, risk management, financial planning, and postgraduate study.

Course Duration

The standard duration of this programme is 3 years, with flexible study options available depending on your chosen pathway:

• 3 years – Standard degree.
• 4 years – Degree with a work placement (sandwich year).
• 4 years – Degree with a foundation year.
• 5 years – Degree with both a foundation year and a work placement.

Placement Year Fee (2026/2027 Entry): Students undertaking a work placement year as part of their programme will be charged a placement year tuition fee of £1,350.

• Study financial markets and banking systems
• Learn corporate finance and investment analysis
• Explore risk management and portfolio strategies
• Understand FinTech and digital banking
• Develop financial modelling and data analysis skills
• Work on real-world financial case studies
• Build numerical and analytical abilities
• Study global financial and economic systems
• Develop communication and decision-making skills
• Prepare for careers in banking, finance, and investment

Teesside University offers a range of scholarships for eligible international students in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential. These awards are designed to support high-performing applicants by reducing tuition fees during their studies.

The Global Excellence Scholarship provides a £2,000 tuition fee waiver for the first full academic year and is available to eligible students enrolling on foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes.

The University also offers a prestigious Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship, awarding a one-time £7,000 tuition fee waiver to exceptional international applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic ability, leadership qualities, and the potential to make a positive global impact. Please note that applications for the September 2026 intake are now closed.

All scholarship awards are applied directly as tuition fee waivers, helping to reduce the overall cost of studying at Teesside University.