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University of Reading · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: N300
Finance
University of ReadingReading, England
3 yearsDuration
£30,650Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
75%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Reading, the BSc (Hons) Finance provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in business and management. Based in Reading, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Prepare for a career in the fast-paced industries of corporate finance, financial services or financial markets with our BSc Finance degree. Recent changes in finance – including the emergence of financial technology and the focus on sustainability – have necessitated changes throughout the industry. Develop the key skills and knowledge to meet these changes head-on, as you gain a deep understanding of finance and the financial services industry. International tuition fees are £30,650 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Financial Accounting Principles
Economics for Finance
Quantitative Methods for Finance
Corporate Finance Fundamentals
Investment Portfolio Management
Financial Modelling and Analysis
Financial Markets and Institutions
Ethics and Regulation in Finance
UCAS Code:N300
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B or A-level Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Statistics at grade B. |
| International Baccalaureate | 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 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£30,650
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£91,950
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Reading
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,000 | £30,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £27,000 | £38,500 | £54,000 |
| 5 years | £37,500 | £48,500 | £66,500 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ 38% above UK average salary
This course
£38,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 73% above UK average salary
This course
£48,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £10,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH17-01-07 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
80%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
77%
Overall
Teaching on my course
75%Learning opportunities
76%Assessment and feedback
76%Academic support
77%Organisation and management
83%Learning resources
82%Student voice
69%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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