Finance and Investment
UCAS Code: N391
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
Access to HE Diploma
At least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language or literature at grade C or 4 Maths at grade D or 3
UCAS Tariff
This must include at least 64 points from 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For example: BBC at A Level DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma. A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies.
About this course
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Attain in-depth knowledge of markets, finance and investment.
Take an optional placement year for hands-on industry experience.
Gain a professional qualification from the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI).
Develop the theoretical and practical grounding needed for a career in the finance industry. Covering key areas essential to the field such as regulation, derivatives and mergers, with the option for valuable industry experience, you'll be well placed for a rewarding professional life post-graduation.
**How you learn**
Our lecturers are experts in the finance and investment industry, and there are regular guest speakers to provide further insight still. Working independently and collaboratively, you apply your knowledge to practical situations, both on campus and in the field.
**You learn through**
lectures and seminars
placement year
yearly employability module to strengthen your CV
guest lecturers
interactive sessions
live market scenarios
real-life corporate projects and activities
case studies and coursework
group work and presentations
varied, stimulating assessments
**Applied learning**
**Work placements**
You will have the opportunity to embark upon a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career.
Our strong ties with regional, national and international employers can provide you with placements in banking organisations, international corporations and finance departments across the globe. Previous placements have taken place in Kuwait and the USA, and have included companies such as Dyson, Charles Stanley Wealth Management, Lloyds Banking Group and Hargreaves Lansdown.
**Networking opportunities**
With guest lecturers and an optional placement year, this degree will provide excellent opportunities to make lasting contacts and network effectively.
Modules
Year 1
Compulsory modules
Module: Business Economics (Finance) Credits: 20.00
Module: Financial Analysis For Business Credits: 20.00
Module: Financial And Management Information Credits: 20.00
Module: Financial Services Regulation And Ethics Credits: 20.00
Module: Understanding Financial Services Credits: 20.00
Elective modules
Module: Foreign Language Credits: 20.00
Module: Foundations Of International Business Credits: 20.00
Year 2
Compulsory modules
Module: Credit Analysis Credits: 20.00
Module: Financial Management Credits: 20.00
Module: Global Investment Banking Credits: 20.00
Module: Portfolio Management Credits: 20.00
Module: Principles Of Investment Credits: 20.00
Module: Progressing Professional Development Credits: 20.00
Final year
Compulsory modules
Module: Consultancy Project Credits: 20.00
Module: International Derivatives And Risk Credits: 20.00
Module: International Financial Markets Credits: 20.00
Module: Mergers And Acquisitions Credits: 20.00
Module: Risk Management And Investment Credits: 20.00
Module: Strategic Issues In Financial Services Credits: 20.00
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The Uni
Sheffield Hallam University
Faculty of Sheffield Business School
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