Program Overview

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) Financial Economics course at Coventry University offers a comprehensive education in financial systems, covering topics such as banking, stock markets, and financial intermediation. The program aims to provide students with highly sought-after skills in economic analysis and a wide range of transferable skills relevant for various career paths in business, finance, and the public sector.

Accreditation and Professional Recognition

The course is recognized by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) and allows students to gain certain exemptions from professional examinations upon successful completion. Additionally, the course is a part of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Business Graduates Association (BGA).

Modules

Common First Year

• Principles of Microeconomics (20 credits)
• Principles of Macroeconomics (20 credits)
• Mathematics and Statistics (20 credits)
• Principles of Finance (20 credits)
• Business Accounting (20 credits)
• Entrepreneurial Thinking (20 credits)

Second Year

• Intermediate Microeconomics (20 credits)
• Intermediate Macroeconomics (20 credits)
• Econometrics and Data Analysis (20 credits)
• Economics of Banking and Finance (20 credits)
• Economics of Financial Markets (20 credits)
• Designing a Research Proposal (20 credits)

Third Year

• Portfolio Management (20 credits)
• Economics of Financial Intermediation (20 credits)
• Project (40 credits)
• Optional modules:
  • Behavioural Economics (20 credits)
  • Applied Econometrics (20 credits)
  • Labour Economics (20 credits)
  • Monetary Economics (20 credits)
  • Topics in Development and Environmental Economics (20 credits)
  • Topics in Public Sector and Health Economics (20 credits)

Entry Requirements

• Typical entry requirements:
  • UCAS points: 112
  • A level: BBC
  • GCSE: GCSE maths and English at grade 4/C or Functional Skills Level 2
  • BTEC: DMM
  • IB Diploma: 24 points
  • Access to HE: 30 Level 3 credits at Merit
• Other qualifications and experience may be considered

Fees and Funding

• UK students: £9,535 per year (2025/2026), 2026/2027 fees TBC
• EU students: £9,535 per year (2025/2026), 2026/2027 fees TBC with EU Support Bursary
• International students: £16,800 per year (2025/2026), 2026/2027 fees TBC
• Optional international opportunities may incur additional costs

Facilities

• The Trading Floor with contemporary dual-screen Bloomberg terminals
• Sigma Centre with maths and statistics support
• Talent Team for work placement support and skills development

Careers and Opportunities

• Graduates can pursue careers in finance, business, public sector, and more
• Potential roles include consultant, business analyst, junior trader, or buyer
• Further study options include Accounting and Financial Management MSc or Finance MSc at Coventry Business School

Student Contract

A Student Contract will be formed between the student and the university upon acceptance of the offer and enrollment. A copy of the current contract is available on the website for information purposes, and the 2026/2027 contract will apply for the 2026/2027 intake.

Your Next Steps

To proceed with this course, please follow the application guidelines provided on the university's website. If you have any questions or concerns, you can reach out to the university's contact number or email for support.