BSc Finance with Foundation

The BSc Finance with a Foundation program at the University of Reading is a four-year undergraduate module that offers a strong foundation in the principles of finance. It is designed for students who have achieved good grades in their A levels but do not meet all the necessary requirements to gain direct entry to a finance degree. The first year focuses on providing a strong basis in multiple academic disciplines and skills that are vital to study finance at a university level. Course Content: In the foundation year, students can expect to learn English for Academic Purposes, Mathematics Essential for University Study, Management and Business, IT and Communication Skills for Academic Study, and Introductory Economics. The succeeding years, namely the Part 1 (second year), Part 2 (third year), and Part 3 (final year), focus more on various aspects of finance like Financial Markets, Accounting, Corporate Finance and Valuation, Behavioural Finance, International Financial Management, and many more. Key Modules: Key modules that are part of this course include Management Information, Mathematics for Economics, Legal Environment of Business and Employment, Introduction to International Business, and Financial Markets and Institutions.Accreditations: This program is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).Future Careers: Graduates of this course can potentially get careers in banking, investment analysis, insurance, accountancy, risk management, and financial consultancies. Some of the potential employers can include financial institutions, governments, private sector organizations, and consultancy businesses.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.