Finance and Investment BSc (Hons)

De Montfort University

United Kingdom, Leicester

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De Montfort University

United Kingdom , Leicester

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

N301

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Sep-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,800 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Sep-2026

Finance and Investment BSc (Hons)

About

The Finance and Investment BSc at DMU offers an exciting, academically rigorous pathway into the world of finance, combining in-depth theoretical knowledge with a strong focus on practical skills and employability. This course will equip you with the advanced technical abilities, industry insights, and professional mindset essential for success in the fast-paced financial sector. As part of the prestigious Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Affiliation Program, our curriculum is designed to help you prepare for the CFA exams, setting you up for one of the most respected qualifications in the industry.

Throughout the course, you’ll gain a solid understanding of finance while exploring the interconnected areas of accounting and economics. Perfect for those with a keen interest in a quantitative approach, the programme places a strong emphasis on data analysis and mathematics. You'll also gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools like Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters Eikon, Matlab, and Python, bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world application.

Our innovative modules, including Artificial Intelligence and Financial Applications, will allow you to explore new methodologies in finance. You’ll have the chance to develop and evaluate an AI application that tackles real-world finance problems.

The course also offers access to our state-of-the-art Trading Floor, where you can gain practical experience using industry-standard software, just like the professionals do. Designed to meet the competency requirements of leading professional finance bodies, this programme ensures you're not only ready for the classroom but also for a successful career in finance.

Gain hands-on experience with AI and Financial Applications, learning to develop and evaluate real-world AI solutions.

Study a programme aligned with the competency requirements of professional finance bodies, with membership in the CFA Affiliation Program. Top-performing students can receive CFA Program Awareness Scholarships annually.

Gain practical experience with industry-standard tools on our modern trading floor, including Bloomberg, LSEG Workspace, FAME, and FT.COM.

Benefit from block teaching, allowing deeper engagement, regular feedback, and a better study-life balance.

Students have secured year-long placements in companies such as IBM, Ernst & Young, the NHS, Volkswagen Financial Services and many more.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Typical offer

UCAS points:

112

A Level:

BBC

BTEC Extended Diploma:

DMM

Contextual Offer:

DMU operates a generous contextual offer for students from underrepresented backgrounds in Higher Education.

This is a minimum of one to two grade reduction from our typical offer and full details including eligibility criteria can be found at dmu.ac.uk/contextual

T Levels:

Merit

Access to HE:

Pass with 30 Level 3 credits at Merit

International Baccalaureate (IB):

GCSEs:

5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

English language tuition, delivered by our British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

Mature students

We welcome applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications.

Career

Where we could take you

Placements

During this course, you will have the option to complete a paid placement year - an invaluable opportunity to put the skills developed during your degree into practice. This insight into the professional world will build on your knowledge in a real-world setting, preparing you to progress onto your chosen career.

Our award-winning Careers Team can help to hone your professional skills with mock interviews and practice aptitude tests, and an assigned personal tutor will support you throughout your placement.

Students have taken up placements in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors, including some international posts, with leading companies such as IBM, Lloyds Banking Group, EY, Volkswagen Financial Services and the NHS.

Graduate careers

The Finance and Investment degree is ideal preparation for a career in a broad range of sectors including financial management, investment banking, and equity trading.