Financial Economics and Banking, BSc (Hons)

The Financial Economics and Banking BSc (Hons) equips students with expertise in economics, econometrics, and financial systems, preparing them for careers in corporate and investment banking, financial management, or economic policy. Located in London's financial district, the course enhances employability through practical business experiences, including real-world case studies, live projects, and simulations. It also offers opportunities to attend expert talks on economics, finance, and banking from academics, industry professionals, and entrepreneurs, subject to availability. For the latest details on modules, sandwich years, or part-time options, visit our website.The curriculum includes core modules such as Introduction to Economics and Quantitative Methods in Year 1, Intermediate Microeconomics and Banking Risk Management in Year 2, and Applied Econometrics, Investment Analysis, and a Final Project in the final year, with optional choices like International Securities. Assessment methods vary by module and include formal examinations, essays, group work, presentations, reports, projects, coursework, open-book exams, and individual assignments, ensuring fair evaluation and monitoring of student progress.

Year 1: Introduction to Economics Professional and Academic Skills Development Introduction to Financial Accounting Quantitative Methods Corporate and Business Law Year 2: Intermediate Microeconomics Introduction to Econometrics Corporate and Investment Banking Intermediate Macroeconomics Banking Risk Management Banking Supervision, Regulatory Frameworks and Fin Ethics Final year: Applied Econometrics and Research Methods Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management International Economics Optional modules, either International Securities or Venture Capital and Private Equity Final Project