Program Overview

Designed to build diversity in the financial profession, this programme will support you to develop the skills necessary to become a highly competent professional who excels in the financial sector.

With a specially designed curriculum, the programme will take a block teaching approach which is strongly supported with online independent learning activities and workplace learning. In particular, the block-teaching approach for the on-campus teaching enables apprentices to have uninterrupted periods on the trading floor outside of the on-campus periods, which is essential for their understanding of how financial markets operate.

Apprentices will develop deep understanding of:

The BSc (Econ) Applied Finance and Level 6 Financial Services Professional programme is designed as a natural progression from the two-year CertHE in Applied Finance and Level 4 Investment Operations Specialist apprenticeship programme.

How to Apply Now Now

You apply for degree apprenticeships either through the National Apprenticeship Service or via the employer’s own website, rather than through UCAS.

You can apply directly via the links below:

Professional recognition

Apprentices will work toward professional qualifications from the CFA Institute/CFA UK.

The curriculum of the BSc (Econ) Applied Finance closely aligns with the required knowledge, skills and behaviours for the Level 6 Financial Services Professional apprenticeship.

It is expected that apprentices on this programme will be FCA certified.