UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX · UNITED KINGDOM
Finance and Business (with a professional placement year) BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS NN1H
At a glance
48 mo
Duration
6.0
IELTS
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Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- Top 20 in UK for Finance (Shanghai Ranking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025)Rankings
- 11th in UK for Economics and Finance (Research.com Best Universities Ranking 2026)Rankings
- EQUIS and AMBA accredited Business SchoolAccreditation
- Professional body accreditations and exemptions (ACCA, CISI, CFA, CIMA)Accreditation
- Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab accessFacilities
- Optional professional placement yearExperience
This Bachelor of Science (BSc) with Honours degree provides a comprehensive foundation in finance and business, equipping you with essential management skills. You will gain a deep understanding of financial markets, explore diverse aspects of business, management, economics, and accounting, and learn to apply analytical techniques relevant to finance and economics. The program emphasizes contemporary business contexts and prepares you for a career in global finance and business leadership. Students will benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, including the Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab, and learn from academics with strong research links to industry and consultancy experts. The curriculum is designed to develop your ability to inform strategic direction through data and insights, with a focus on how AI and digital technologies are reshaping financial analysis and decision-making.
Curriculum
This is a single-honours course allowing you to focus deeply on your chosen subject. The program is structured over four years, including an optional professional placement year. Modules cover foundational economics, mathematics, finance, accounting, and management principles, with a growing emphasis on contemporary issues like AI and digital technologies in finance.
- Year 1
- Introduction to EconomicsN/A
- Introduction to Mathematics for Finance and EconomicsN/A
- Principles of FinanceN/A
- Sustainable Business ManagementN/A
- Business School Career PreparationN/A
- Financial Institutions and MarketsN/A
- Introduction to Accounting, FinanceN/A
- Introduction to StatisticsN/A
- Principles of Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource ManagementN/A
Careers
Graduates are prepared for a range of sectors including investment, retail banking, management, consultancy, and public relations (PR). The degree, particularly with the professional placement year, aims to boost progression into finance, accounting, consulting, or management roles worldwide. The program's accreditations and industry links further enhance employability.
- Investment Banking
- Retail Banking
- Management
- Consultancy
- Public Relations (PR)
- Finance
- Accounting
Frequently asked questions
- What are the academic entry requirements for the Finance and Business BSc (Hons)?
- For A-levels, you typically need ABB-BBB. Specific English language requirements vary by degree, but for most undergraduate courses, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component is required. All qualifications should have been achieved within two years of the course start date.
- How long does the Finance and Business BSc (Hons) programme take to complete?
- The program is structured over four years, including an optional professional placement year.
- What are the international tuition fees for this programme?
- Please refer to the University of Sussex website for current international tuition fees.
- What are the career prospects after graduating from the Finance and Business BSc (Hons)?
- Graduates are prepared for roles in investment banking, retail banking, management, consultancy, and public relations. The optional placement year specifically aims to boost progression into finance, accounting, consulting, or management roles worldwide.
- How do I apply for the Finance and Business BSc (Hons) programme?
- You should apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) using the UCAS code NN1H. Ensure you meet the academic and English language requirements before applying.
- Are there any scholarships available for international students in this programme?
- Merit-based Undergraduate Scholarships are available, but the specific amount is not detailed. Further information can be found on the University of Sussex fees and funding pages.
Entry requirements
A-levelABB-BBB
IELTS6.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (for standard level)
IELTS6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (for high level)
IELTS7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component (for advanced level)
Specific English language requirements depend on the degree applied for. For most undergraduate courses, a 'High' level is required (e.g., IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component). Qualifications should have been achieved within two years of the course start date. Offers may be conditional on meeting language requirements.
Fees
Tuition (international)Please refer to the University of Sussex website for current international tuition fees.
Tuition (home)Please refer to the University of Sussex website for current home tuition fees.
LivingPlease refer to the University of Sussex website for estimated living costs.
International Masters students may be required to pay a tuition fee deposit. U.S. students may be eligible for Federal Direct Loans.
How to apply
1. Check Entry RequirementsEnsure you meet the academic and English language requirements for the BSc (Hons) Finance and Business with a professional placement year.
2. Apply via UCASSubmit your application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) using the UCAS code NN1H.
3. Receive an OfferIf successful, you will receive an offer, which may be conditional on meeting specific requirements, including English language proficiency.
4. Secure Your PlaceMeet any conditions of your offer. If you are an international student, you may need to pay a deposit for Masters courses, but this is an undergraduate course.
5. Prepare for ArrivalOnce your place is confirmed, make arrangements for accommodation, visa (if applicable), and prepare for your studies.
Scholarships
Undergraduate ScholarshipsNot specified
Accreditation
The University of Sussex Business School is EQUIS and AMBA accredited. The course is accredited by ACCA, CISI, and CIMA for potential exemptions from professional examinations, and recognised by the CFA Institute.
Frequently asked questions
What are the academic entry requirements for the Finance and Business BSc (Hons)?
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For A-levels, you typically need ABB-BBB. Specific English language requirements vary by degree, but for most undergraduate courses, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component is required. All qualifications should have been achieved within two years of the course start date.
How long does the Finance and Business BSc (Hons) programme take to complete?
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The program is structured over four years, including an optional professional placement year.
What are the international tuition fees for this programme?
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Please refer to the University of Sussex website for current international tuition fees.
What are the career prospects after graduating from the Finance and Business BSc (Hons)?
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Graduates are prepared for roles in investment banking, retail banking, management, consultancy, and public relations. The optional placement year specifically aims to boost progression into finance, accounting, consulting, or management roles worldwide.
How do I apply for the Finance and Business BSc (Hons) programme?
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You should apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) using the UCAS code NN1H. Ensure you meet the academic and English language requirements before applying.
Are there any scholarships available for international students in this programme?
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Merit-based Undergraduate Scholarships are available, but the specific amount is not detailed. Further information can be found on the University of Sussex fees and funding pages.