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Finance (Investments) with Placement Year
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 10/2025
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Prepare for a career in the fast-paced industries of investment banking, asset management, corporate finance or general accounting – and gain valuable real-world experience – with our BSc Finance (Investments) with Placement Year degree.
Recent changes in finance – including the emergence of financial technology and the focus on sustainability – have necessitated changes throughout the industry. This four-year course develops the key skills and knowledge to meet these changes head-on as you gain a deep understanding of finance and the financial services industry. An integrated Placement Year provides a fantastic opportunity to put your skills into practice in preparation for your future career.
Experts from Henley Business School will introduce you to the following:
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fundamental principles of accounting, finance and economics
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quantitative techniques of finance
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role of finance in business and society
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ethics required to work in the finance industry.
You’ll learn through lectures, seminars, practical workshops, and self-guided study. These will provide the opportunity to discuss subject materials in depth with your lecturers and fellow students.
The University of Reading is a CFA partner university. Within this partnership, several scholarships are offered for CFA exams (partial fee reduction), for which students can apply.
Henley Business School is ranked in the top 25 in the UK for Accounting and Finance (23rd in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024) and has triple-accredited status from the UK, European and US accrediting bodies (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB).
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/business-and-management-accounting-and-finance-ug/bsc-finance-investments-with-placement
Modules
The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change.
Core modules for this course:
- Introductory Securities and Markets
- Introductory Finance/Trading Simulations 1
- Introductory Economics for Business and Finance
- Introductory Quantitative Techniques for Business and Finance
- Ethics in Investment Management
The University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme.
Check our website for more details about the course structure.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
- 10/2025
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:
- N310
- Institution code:
- R12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
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:
- N310
- Institution code:
- R12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B or A-level Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Statistics at grade B.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B or A-level Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Statistics at grade B is also required.
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
Distinction in at least 12 level 3 units in either Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, or Statistics
Scottish Higher - AABBB
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, or Statistics at grade B
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher - ABB
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, or Statistics at grade B
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
5 in one of the following subjects:
Standard level Mathematics
Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches
Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations
Higher level Mathematics
Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches
Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - A - B
The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved, except Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, or Statistics.
Extended Project - B
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3, H3, H3
H3 in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, or Statistics.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M2, M2
M2 in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, or Statistics.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English at grade C (or 4).
GCSE Mathematics at grade 6 (or B) if Mathematics not taken at AS or A-Level.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DDD
The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B or A-level Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Statistics at grade B is also required.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate - Not accepted
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) - Not accepted
Contextual offers for this programme are typically two grades beneath our standard entry requirement, e.g. BBC including A level or AS level Mathematics at grade B.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | We require a minimum score of 88 overall with no less than 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | B | We require a grade B or a score of 176 overall with no element less than 162. |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | C | We require a grade C or a score of 176 overall with no element less than 162. |
| PTE Academic | 69 | We require a minimum score of 69 overall with at least 59 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
| Institution's Own Test | Test of English for Educational Purposes (TEEP). We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). | |
| Trinity ISE | Merit | We require a Merit in each element from ISE II. If you take ISE III or ISE IV, we require a Pass in each element. |
Full list of acceptable English Language Tests http://www.reading.ac.uk/ad-EnglishTests.aspx
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We issue offers to best fit the different circumstances and experiences of our applicants. We take a tailored and holistic approach, considering extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis. We recognise that some students are more likely than others to face barriers to fulfilling their academic potential at school, through no fault of their own. More information on our supportive offer making approaches can be found at: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/what-offer-will-i-get
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £29950 | Year 1 |
| International | £29950 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 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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