Finance and Technology (FinTech), BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Ranked 11th in the UK for Economics and Business (US News & World Report Best Global Universities 2023) and top 15 for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024), this BSc in Financial Technology equips students with essential skills for careers in financial institutions. The programme combines finance and computer science, developing quantitative, analytical, coding, and programming abilities through access to the Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab and Thomson Reuters platforms. It prepares graduates for the FinTech sector, traditional financial services, and IT roles, with support from academic advisers and options for study abroad or professional placements. The course holds accreditations from the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute, Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment, and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.The University of Sussex Business School focuses on impactful research in management, economics, and innovation, integrating social responsibility and sustainability principles. Based on a scenic campus near the South Downs National Park and Brighton, with easy access to London, students can explore detailed modules via the course page.