BSc Finance (FinTech)

The BSc Finance and FinTech undergraduate course at the University of Reading provides students with a unique combination of traditional financial knowledge and modern Fintech applications. Students are equipped with relevant industry skills for their intended career. They also gain hands-on experience through a professional track, industry collaborations, and real-world problem-solving exercises. Course Content: This course introduces students to the theory and practice of finance, along with key fintech applications. Students learn to use the tools and techniques of financial management, financial accounting, and management accounting. They also gain insights into fintech topics like digital currencies, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and automation.Key Modules: The course comprises a variety of modules including Introduction to Finance, Introduction to Legal Systems and Study, Information Systems for Business, Business Statistics, Management Accounting, Corporate Finance, FinTech, Audit and Assurance, Financial Markets, Business Analysis and Valuation, Derivative Securities, and Final year project or dissertation.Accreditations: This degree is professionally accredited by several major bodies, such as ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), and CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Institute’s University Affiliation Program.Future Careers: Graduates of this program can find careers in a wide range of sectors such as in banking, investment, insurance, risk management, and the financial functions of industrial and commercial enterprises. Possible job roles include becoming a financial analyst, investment banker, portfolio manager, or risk manager.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page. BSc Finance and FinTech