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Finance with a Year Abroad and Integrated Foundation Year (January start)
- BSc Econ H
- 5 Years
- Full-time with time abroad and foundation year
- 19/01/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- Queen Mary, University of London
Course summary
Global finance and its role in the world has never been so complex – or so exciting.
Recent world events have shown the importance of understanding financial decision-making, risk management and the behaviour of financial markets.
Our new BSc Finance degree will prepare you for a career in economics, banking and finance, with a focus on finance. It provides an entry route for both private and public sectors as well as for further academic studies.
During the first two years you’ll cover finance, macroeconomics, microeconomics and quantitative analysis. You’ll also study applied macroeconomics and microeconomics as well as financial topics such as asset pricing and corporate finance.
With a wide choice of modules in the final year, you can direct your studies to your interests or career aims, from quantitative methods in finance to corporate strategy and management of technology.
Modules
YEAR 1
Economics and Finance in Action
Elements of Accounting
Macroeconomics 1
Mathematical Methods in Economics and Finance
Microeconomics 1
Personal and Career Development Plan 1
Principles of Economics
Principles of Finance
Statistical Methods in Economics
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Assessment method
Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework (presentations, assignments, essay report writing, in-class tests, research and project work) and/or examinations in January and May/June.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BSc Econ H • Full-time with time abroad and foundation year • 5 Years
Start dates
- 19/01/2026
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L11Y
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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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:
- L11Y
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Academic Requirements
This programme combines a three-year degree with a bespoke foundation year, providing you with a smooth pathway as an international or EU student whose prior education or English language proficiency does not enable you to apply directly for a three-year degree.
This programme is designed for students who have completed a good high school education that consists of at least 12 years’ study. For minimum requirements, please refer to details on our website. For full country specific entry requirements and qualification equivalencies visit: qmul.ac.uk/international/countries
Applicants who have studied A levels in the UK will be considered on a case by case basis. If you have taken both GCSE and A level exams (or equivalent qualifications) in the UK you will not be considered for admission to this programme. In such cases we recommend that you apply for the relevant three year programme with entry in year 1.
English language requirements:
Minimum of IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
Minimum of IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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.
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Please also visit our A-Z course finder to view the amount of fee you would need to pay if you are an International fee paying student.
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