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Banking and Investment Finance with Foundation Year

Study level:
Undergraduate

Course summary

Course Summary
The Banking and Investment Finance with Foundation Year BSc Honours at Middlesex University is designed for students who are passionate about entering the financial sector but need additional support to meet the entry requirements of the full degree. The foundation year provides an excellent introduction to key concepts in banking, finance, and economics, while equipping you with essential academic skills. By the end of the year, you'll be ready to progress confidently onto the full degree and pursue your aspirations in this dynamic and global industry.

Why Study This Course at Middlesex?
Middlesex University offers an unparalleled environment for aspiring finance professionals. Studying in London, one of the world’s foremost financial hubs, you’ll gain insights and opportunities that only this city can provide. Our foundation year is carefully designed to help you transition smoothly into university-level study, with dedicated support from experienced academics.

Our state-of-the-art Financial Markets Lab, featuring Bloomberg and DataStream software, ensures that you’re introduced to industry-standard tools early in your studies. Middlesex’s Accounting and Finance department has also received global recognition, including the CIMA Global Silver Award for Employability, showcasing our strong links with the financial sector and commitment to preparing students for future success.

What You Will Gain
During the foundation year, you’ll build a strong academic foundation by developing critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills. The tailored curriculum introduces you to the basics of finance, banking, and business, preparing you for more advanced topics in the full degree.

This course also emphasises real-world applications, enabling you to connect theoretical knowledge with practical scenarios. Upon progressing to the full degree, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of trading, investment management, and emerging technologies such as FinTech. By graduation, you’ll be equipped with the skills, confidence, and experience to thrive in a competitive and fast-paced industry.

Modules
For more details about this programme, please visit the course page:
https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-accounting/

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
N326
Institution code:
M80
Campus name:
Hendon Campus
Campus Code:
H

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

Course options

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 64 points

Additional entry requirements

Other
plus GCSE English at C/4 or above

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6With a minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL (iBT)72With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading
PTE Academic59With at least 59 in all components

Entry requirements https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study-with-us/undergraduate/entry-requirements-for-undergraduates

Historical entry grades data

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Republic of Ireland£9535Year 1
EU£16600Year 1
Channel Islands£9535Year 1
England£9535Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535Year 1
Scotland£9535Year 1
Wales£9535Year 1
International£16600Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

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