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Students
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,450
Per year
Start Date
2025-10-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
3 years
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Banking and Insurance | Finance | Financial Planning
Area of study
Business and Administration
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 14,450
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-10-01-
2026-10-01-
About Program

Program Overview


Finance with Banking BSc (Hons)

Overview

This course is designed to equip students for a successful career in the Banking and Financial Services industry, ensuring they gain expertise in cutting-edge financial technologies and the ability to adapt to emerging risk management strategies.


Study Options

  • Full-Time (BSc) at Queen’s Park, Chester
  • Full-Time with Foundation Year (BSc) at Queen’s Park, Chester
  • Full-Time with Placement Year (BSc) at Queen’s Park, Chester

Level

  • Undergraduate

UCAS Code

  • N390

UCAS Points

  • 112

Start Date

  • Oct 2025, Oct 2026

Duration

  • 3 years

Location

  • Queen’s Park, Chester

UK Fees

  • £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Fees

  • £14,450 per year for a full-time course* (2025/26)

Course Content

Year 1 (Level 4)

  • Fundamentals of Finance (40 Credits) Core
  • Business Economics (20 Credits) Core
  • Professional and Numerical Reasoning (20 Credits) Core
  • Financial Understanding for Business (20 Credits) Core
  • Managing People and Organisations (20 Credits) Optional
  • Language Module Options

Year 2 (Level 5)

  • Financial Markets (20 Credits) Core
  • Corporate Finance (20 Credits) Core
  • Introduction to Banking and Regulations (20 Credits) Core
  • Chester Business School Work Placement (40 Credits) Option
  • Employability Skills Analysis and Development in Finance (40 Credits) Option
  • Professional work placement/Language module/Term abroad

Year 3 (Level 6)

  • Data Analysis for Decision Making (20 Credits) Core
  • Financial Modelling and Intelligence (20 Credits) Core
  • Business and Corporate Banking (20 Credits) Core
  • Investment Banking and Wealth Management (20 Credits) Core
  • International Financial Management (20 Credits) Option
  • Project Management (20 Credits) Option
  • Dissertation for Accounting and Finance (40 Credits) Option
  • Negotiated Project (40 Credits) Option

Entry Requirements

Home Students

  • UCAS Points: 112 points
  • GCE A Level: Typical offer – BCC-BBC
  • BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM
  • International Baccalaureate: 28 points
  • Irish / Scottish Highers: Irish Highers - H3 H3 H3 H3 H4 Scottish Highers - BBBB
  • Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above
  • T Level: Merit
  • OCR Cambridge Technicals: OCR Extended Diploma: DMM
  • Extra Information: Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced and A level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs. A GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics is required.

International Students

  • UCAS Points: 72 points
  • GCE A Level: 72 points overall, including grade D in A level
  • BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma: MMP
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 points
  • Irish / Scottish Highers: Irish Highers - H4 H4 H4 H4 H4 Scottish Highers - CCDD
  • Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma – Pass overall
  • T Level: T Level: Pass (D or E on the core)
  • OCR Cambridge Technicals: OCR Extended Diploma: MMP
  • Extra Information: Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced and A level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs. A GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics is required.

Foundation Year

  • UCAS Points: 72 points
  • GCE A Level: 72 points overall, including grade D in A level
  • BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma: MMP
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 points
  • Irish / Scottish Highers: Irish Highers - H4 H4 H4 H4 H4 Scottish Highers - CCDD
  • Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma – Pass overall
  • T Level: T Level: Pass (D or E on the core)
  • OCR Cambridge Technicals: OCR Extended Diploma: MMP
  • Extra Information: Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced and A level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs. A GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics is required.

Fees and Funding

Home Students

  • £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Students

  • £14,450 per year for a full-time course* (2025/26)

Foundation Year

  • £5,760 for the first foundation year, then £9,535 per annum for the following years (2025/26) for Home Students
  • £10,750 for the first foundation year, then £14,450 per annum for the following years (2025/26) for International Students

Additional Costs

  • Books, printing, photocopying, educational stationery and related materials
  • Specialist clothing
  • Travel to placements
  • Optional field trips
  • Software

Bursaries

  • The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships.

Who You'll Learn From

  • Langton Mburayi - Programme Leader for Business Finance
  • Dr Vivian Ariguzo - Lecturer
  • Professor Kelvin Leong - Professor
  • Dr Ahmed Kholeif - Programme Leader MSc International Finance
  • Lewis Jones - Lecturer
  • Michael Smith - Senior Lecturer

Where You'll Study

  • Queen's Park, Chester

Your Future Career

  • Progression Options:
    • Accounting MSc
    • Banking and Finance MSc
    • International Business MSc
    • International Finance MSc
    • Management MSc / PGDip , MSc / PGDip / PGCert
    • Master of Business Administration MBA
  • Careers service: The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.

Related Courses

  • Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons)
  • Mathematics with Finance BSc (Hons)
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Overview:

The University of Chester is a public university located in Chester, England. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. The university is known for its modern learning facilities and its historic city setting.


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Students at the University of Chester can expect a vibrant and engaging campus experience. The university is located in a historic city with a rich cultural heritage, offering numerous opportunities for exploration and leisure. The university also boasts a strong student community with a variety of clubs, societies, and events.


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    Award-Winning University:

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    Modern Learning Facilities:

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