Banking and Finance BSc (Hons)

 

Course Code

UCAS Code: N310
International Code: FBLU039 

Location

Coventry University (Coventry)

 

Study mode

Full-time
Part-time
Sandwich

Duration

3 years full-time
4 years full-time with study abroad / professional placement

Start date

September 2022

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Course overview

Study level: Undergraduate

Develop sound financial knowledge and practical skills for a career in the fast-paced world of banking and finance.

The financial services sector continues to go through enormous change, impacted by economic issues resulting from the pandemic, Brexit, and rapid evolution in the way services are delivered. This is one of the most exciting times to be part of this dynamic industry. The Banking and Finance BSc aims to give you a solid foundation of knowledge alongside industry and employability skills, opening a broad range of potential career opportunities.

  • Gain a solid understanding of the financial world, covering key topics from financial markets and financial principles; understanding and using financial data; professional, ethical and regulatory issues in banking; personal employability and industry skills.
  • Understand how banks and other financial institutions operate within different global, political, financial and legal contexts, considering the recent development in banking technology.
  • Explore a wide range of sought-after professional skills, including team working; critical evaluation; self-directed learning; problem-solving; action planning and organising; written and oral communication; presentation; questioning and listening.
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Global Ready

An international outlook, with global opportunities
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Teaching excellence

Taught by lecturers who are experts in their field
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Employability

Career ready graduates, with the skills to succeed

Why you should study this course

  • Bloomberg Trading Floor4

Develop your skills in our Trading Floor, featuring 42 dual screen Bloomberg terminals. You'll also have the opportunity to gain the Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate, on successful completion of a short course (subject to availability).

  • Practical focus

Prepare and analyse financial statements, as well as studying the impact of finance on real businesses through case studies of a diverse range of organisations, including easyJet, Ryanair, Apple and Ben & Jerry’s.

  • Gain real-world exposure2

Prepare for a future career in accountancy with a work placement.

  • Tailor your studies

Select from a range of optional modules in your final year, allowing you to tailor your studies to a particular area of interest.

  • sigma Maths and Stats Support Centre

Access maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions with experienced tutors.

Memberships

Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS)

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the Chartered Association of Business Schools, which has a membership of over 120 business schools and higher education providers, and supports its members in maintaining world-class standards of teaching and research.

European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the European Foundation for Management Development, a global membership organisation dedicated to management development, covering over 900 members across 91 countries.

Coventry Business School is recognised by the above memberships for the 2022/23 intake.

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What you'll study

The main study themes covered on this course are:

  • Financial markets and financial principles – Aims to develop your knowledge of the function of financial markets, banks and other financial institutions along with an understanding of contemporary financial principles and theories.  
  • Understanding and using financial data – Gives you the opportunity to locate, extract and interpret finance-related data, and the chance to apply appropriate financial, theoretical, quantitative and evaluation techniques to a range of banking and finance related issues. 
  • Professional, ethical and regulatory issues in banking – Gives you the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the professional, ethical and regulatory issues relevant to banks and other financial institutions in a local, national and global context. 
  • Personal employability and industry skills – Provides you with the opportunity to develop key competencies required in any future career in the sector, namely numeracy, communication, information literacy, independent thought, creative problem-solving, analysis and sustainable conduct.

In the first year, you will study a range of modules that introduce the fundamentals of banking and finance along with mathematical and statistical techniques and skills.

You will need 120 credits to pass the year.

Modules

  • This module aims to develop your ability to apply appropriate mathematical techniques to financial problems. It starts by applying basic mathematical methods, and then introduces you to other techniques in the context of financial applications. It will also offer students with A-level mathematics the opportunity to apply their mathematical skills to more complex applications. 

    Compulsory

  • The principal aim of this module is to introduce you to the main financial statements produced by businesses worldwide. The systems and techniques required by businesses to produce these statements, and the core concepts underpinning these statements are also addressed. You will also learn how to use accounting ratios to critically evaluate financial statements and business performance. 

    Compulsory

  • This module aims to provide you with an understanding of the importance of personal finance and the process for and factors affecting effective personal financial planning. 

    Compulsory

  • This module aims to provide you with a range of discipline specific and professional skills enabling them to become effective and autonomous learners, with particular emphasis on personal development planning. It will develop a range of transferable capabilities such as research, writing and presentation skills, as well as training on the use of financial databases and spreadsheets. The module thus integrates academic and practical skills to enhance learning and ultimately employability. 

    Compulsory

  • The overall aim of this module is to provide you with an introductory knowledge of how banks operate to achieve financial intermediation objective. Starting from the core functions of banks, this module will present a basic understanding of financial statements of banks and financial management of banks in addition various types of risks in banking business. You will be introduced to the central banking system and be informed of how central banks play a pivotal role in the industry.

    Compulsory

  • This module aims to enable you to acquire statistical reasoning and thinking skills and to relate those skills to financial problem solving and conducting business research.

    Compulsory

  • The Add+vantage module2 allows you to develop your CV by taking credits in an area of study that may not be directly related to your degree, enabling you to demonstrate to prospective employers that you are a well-rounded graduate with a wider knowledge base than just your degree subject.

    Add+vantage modules are arranged around themes such as Global Perspectives; Professional Development; Creativity and Enterprise and Entrepreneurship; Work Experience, Global Experience Field Trips, Projects and Skills; Languages; Professional Accreditation and Research Skills.

    These additional skills and experiences give you a wider perspective, develop independence and can set you apart from other graduates.(Add+vantage modules are subject to availability and change)

    Compulsory

In your second year you will have the opportunity to enhance your employability skills in finance, gain an understanding of financial markets and institutions, and learn about the underpinning theory of modern day banking.

You will need 120 credits to pass the year.

Modules

  • The overall aim of this module is to assess the need for and nature of financial regulation in general and banking regulation in particular. It will consider the justification for regulation as well as alternative structures of regulation and their advantages and disadvantages. It will discuss recent developments in global banking regulation and assess objectives and the likelihood that they will achieve these objectives. The module will also discuss the changing nature of banks and the implications of this for the regulatory environment.

    Compulsory

  • This module aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and practical underpinnings of modern day banking. It will cover a broad range of topics to provide an understanding of the structure, operation and functions of banking institutions in financial market.

    Compulsory

  • This module aims to ensure you have a clear understanding of the expectations internships and placements employers have and how to best prepare to face the job market at this level. The module begins with an opportunity for self-evaluation where you complete a skills audit in order to identify strengths and weaknesses relative to the applications for relevant internships and placements. Once this reflective exercise is completed, you will address and enhance the areas of weaknesses identified and also be supported and mentored towards job opportunities that would best utilise your strengths.

    Compulsory

  • This module aims to introduce you to relevant concepts in finance. You will look to learn about the workings of the equity and bond markets, gain quantitative skills to price stocks and bonds, acquire techniques to exploit the trade-off between risk and return to an optimal effect, develop critical understanding of theories and empirics of asset pricing models and market efficiency hypothesis, and become aware of key financial decisions taken by firms.

    The module elucidates the basics of the financial theory and how they are applied in the real world. It also provides you with structured opportunities to develop quantitative and analytical skills for more advanced undergraduate studies in finance.

    Compulsory

  • This module aims to introduce you to various types of financial markets and institutions through a unique analysis of the risks faced by investors and savers interacting through financial institutions and financial markets. Strategies that can be adopted for controlling and managing risks are also introduced. You will also seek to learn to understand and to be able to critically evaluate some new areas of operations in financial markets and institutions such as asset securitisation, off-balance-sheet activities, and globalisation of financial services.

    Compulsory

  • The aim of this module is to provide you with an understanding of statistical techniques. The module will expose you to different statistical techniques; allow them to read and understand published empirical work and formulate and test their own research hypotheses. The module builds on the statistical techniques and computing skills developed at Level 4.

    Compulsory

  • The Add+vantage module2 allows you to develop your CV by taking credits in an area of study that may not be directly related to your degree, enabling you to demonstrate to prospective employers that you are a well-rounded graduate with a wider knowledge base than just your degree subject.

    Add+vantage modules are arranged around themes such as Global Perspectives; Professional Development; Creativity and Enterprise and Entrepreneurship; Work Experience, Global Experience Field Trips, Projects and Skills; Languages; Professional Accreditation and Research Skills.

    These additional skills and experiences give you a wider perspective, develop independence and can set you apart from other graduates.(Add+vantage modules are subject to availability and change)

    Compulsory

Whilst we would like to give you all the information about our placement/study abroad offering here, it is often tailored for each course every year and depending on the length of placement or study abroad opportunities that are secured. Therefore, the placement and study abroad arrangements vary per course and per student. Request further information about going on a placement or study abroad year.

In your third year you have the option to apply for a placement, or study abroad year2, which can be spent overseas (studying with one of our participating universities or working) or on a placement in the UK.

We currently have strong collaborations with several employers. Coventry Business School’s employability staff in the Talent Team can provide you with a wide range of support services in order to help you apply for a placement opportunity2, including mock interviews and CV writing workshops.

If you wish to undertake the optional study abroad/placement year2, you will take either the Placement Year module or the Study Abroad Year module which both typically run for a full academic year between years 2 and 3 of your course. You can progress onto the relevant module if you have successfully completed the first two years of the course (i.e., having accumulated 240 credits) and have a confirmed opportunity two weeks prior to the start of the academic year, however we encourage international students to confirm their placements earlier to ensure they are able to meet any applicable visa requirements. 

Students opting for either the work placement or study abroad module will be registered on a non-credit bearing module and therefore no additional tuition fees apply. While the modules do not bear credits, they do require completion of a marked assessment reflecting on your placement/study abroad or work placement experience. Following successful completion of this assessment, the module selected will appear on your final academic transcript. Students will thus graduate with 360 credits in total, assuming successful completion of their final year. 

In the final year of the course you will have the opportunity to gain deeper insight into contemporary topics within banking, as well as applying the knowledge you have learnt through the Applied Banking Case Studies and Project modules. Optional modules include those focused on managing portfolios, analysing investments and exploring corporate governance and business ethics.

You will need 120 credits to pass the year.

Modules

  • This module enables you to understand how banks are impacted by risks, and what measures banks can take to measure and mitigate risks they encounter. Bank risk is explored within the traditional spectrum of risk types, including liquidity, credit, market risk, and operational risk. But importantly, bank risk is also explored at enterprise (balance sheet) level, and also at whole financial sector (systemic) level, in order to reflect the emergence and increasing recognition of systemic risk management as a risk discipline.

    Compulsory

  • This module aims to ensure you have a clear understanding of the expectations graduate employers have and how to best prepare to face the graduate market. The module begins with an opportunity for personal evaluation, where students complete a skills audit in order to identify strengths and weaknesses. Once the self-evaluation is completed,you will have the opportunity to develop and enhance areas of weakness and also be guided towards schemes that would best utilise or match your strengths.

    Compulsory

  • This module will provide you with an opportunity to apply and develop your research skills by extending your knowledge, understanding and powers of critical analysis within a specialist domain. You will chose an academic area related to your programme of study and apply your independent learning skills to research this area in depth. You will receive academic support through a series of group supervisions and will be allocated a project supervisor.

    Compulsory

  • The aims of this module are to enable you to understand the characteristics and organisation of the international financial markets and to identify their potential uses in business situations. The module will include the role and functioning of the markets within which the financial institutions operate, such as the money market, the equity market and the bond market. The module also aims to enable you to identify the potential risks and dangers in the use of these markets and evaluate recent global and domestic financial crisis.

    Compulsory

  • The aim of this module is to develop your ability to apply theories and concepts, learned earlier in the course, to actual situations faced by the banking industry. You will undertake a case study of an issue in contemporary banking that will require you to utilise skills acquired during the course. The case studies will be based on issues that will be of interest to the industry at the time of module delivery.

    Compulsory

  • The Add+vantage module2 allows you to develop your CV by taking credits in an area of study that may not be directly related to your degree, enabling you to demonstrate to prospective employers that you are a well-rounded graduate with a wider knowledge base than just your degree subject.

    Add+vantage modules are arranged around themes such as Global Perspectives; Professional Development; Creativity and Enterprise and Entrepreneurship; Work Experience, Global Experience Field Trips, Projects and Skills; Languages; Professional Accreditation and Research Skills.

    These additional skills and experiences give you a wider perspective, develop independence and can set you apart from other graduates.(Add+vantage modules are subject to availability and change)

    Compulsory

  • Choose one from the following modules:

    Applied Econometrics - 20 credits

    The aim of this module is to develop your understanding of econometric techniques and economics modelling relevant to various Macro and Microeconomic applications. The empirical work covered in the lectures and seminars will be supplemented by you undertaking applied studies (using real and simulated data) using the econometrics packages for example E-views, PC-Give.

    Corporate Governance and Business Ethics - 20 credits

    This module thus aims to help you understand the meaning and importance of corporate governance, the main governance issues, and how to maintain sound and effective governance mechanisms. The module also looks at the fundamentals of business ethical decision making and the various ethical dilemmas that individuals and organisations might face. The module aims to introduce you to the impact of business ethics within corporations including decision making, governance and corporate social responsibility within a global economy with more emphasis on real cases studies and in-class discussions.

    Investment Analysis - 20 credits

    The module focuses on the bond and equity markets. You are introduced to discounted cash flow related bond pricing techniques along with bond portfolio managements and the associated risk immunisation methodologies. In respect to equity valuation, you will compare and contrast discounted cash flow methods with fundamental valuation approaches associated with approaches such as value investing and growth investing. Market timing is also explored through the application of technical analysis.

    Portfolio Management - 20 credits

    This module examines how portfolios are structured, monitored and managed for maximum effectiveness. It develops your understanding and ability to apply asset allocation, portfolio strategies, international diversification and performance evaluation techniques.

    Optional

We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.

How you'll learn

Combining theory and practice, our course is designed to give you the opportunity to gain the practical skills and experience needed for your potential future career.

Learning and teaching incorporates lectures, seminars, tutorials, presentations, projects, workshops, simulation and practical exercises.

  • Apply theory to real life banking and econometrics case studies, giving you the opportunity to gain experience of situations that a professional might encounter on a day-to-day basis.
  • In addition to the academic content, we explore a wide range of professional skills on the course, including: team working; critical evaluation; self-directed learning; problem-solving; action planning and organising; written and oral communication; presentation; questioning and listening. We’ll also explore the following personal qualities in each of the skills modules: achievement orientation; initiative and creativity; self-confidence; decisiveness; reflectiveness; adaptability and flexibility.
  • Gain hands-on experience of industry-standard software on The Trading Floor, which houses our 42 dual-screen Bloomberg terminals.
  • Learn from experienced staff who have spent time in industry working for companies such as UBS and Credit Suisse. (please note staff may be subject to change)
  • Attend guest lectures with speakers from industry who are invited to give talks on their experiences (subject to availability). In previous years these have included speakers from Voyant, J & B and CISI.

This course can be offered on a part-time basis. Whilst we would like to give you all the information about our part-time offering here, it is tailored for each course each year depending on the number of part-time applicants. Therefore, the part-time teaching arrangements vary. Request further information about part-time study.

Teaching contact hours

We set out below the typical teaching contact hours that you will receive on this course. Teaching contact hours will vary in different semesters and years of study and may vary due to module selection. In addition to the contact hours below, we offer the opportunity to attend additional optional sessions, including sessions with the Faculty’s progress coaches, or to meet with staff during their advice and feedback hours.

Within your first and second year, you will have around 12 contact hours of teaching a week which includes:

  • Medium group teaching: seminars or workshops per week.
  • Large group teaching: lectures each week.

In your final year, if you are undertaking a project/dissertation, there is a greater emphasis placed on independent study and therefore total contact hours may be reduced. In addition, you will be expected to undertake a significant amount of studying and revising in your own time each week, including some guided study using for example, seminar exercises or online activities.

The contact hours may be made up of a combination of face-to-face teaching, individual and group tutorials, and online classes and tutorials.

As an innovative and enterprising institution, the University may seek to utilise emerging technologies within the student experience. For all courses (whether on-campus, blended, or distance learning), the University may deliver certain contact hours and assessments via online technologies and methods.

Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods include:

  • Formal examinations
  • Phase tests
  • Essays
  • Group work 
  • Presentations

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes. Assessments may include exams, individual assignments or group work elements.

International experience opportunities

You will have the opportunity to gain an international experience in many ways. Coventry is a multicultural university, so our typically diverse student and staff body helps to facilitate a multicultural learning environment. Coventry University aims to give you the global opportunities needed to become a truly global graduate, enhancing your employability on a global scale. Choose from language classes, studying or working abroad, international field trips, summer schools, leadership development or work experience2.

In the past, our students have had the opportunity to visit universities in China and Malaysia to study alongside students, see how finance is taught internationally, appreciate the issues in different countries and broaden their perspectives.

Closer to home, you will have the opportunity to participate in European field trips2 as part of the annual Tax Week initiative or the annual Audit Week, both of which are conducted in partnership with European universities, and see students work collaboratively on related projects.

Students on our finance courses learn through practical problem-solving exercises and real-world financial markets data. My teaching focuses on specialist areas within finance such as investment management, valuation and security analysis, with insights from over nine years of industry and research experience.

Nikhil Sapre, Lecturer in Finance (quoted 2021) 
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Entry requirements

Typical offer for 2022 entry.

Requirement What we're looking for
A level BBB
GCSE Minimum 5 GCSE's graded 9-4 / A* - C including English
BTEC DDM
IB Diploma 30 - 31 points 

We recognise a breadth of qualifications, speak to one of our advisers today to find out how we can help you.

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Are you eligible for the Fair Access Scheme?

We believe every student should have the opportunity to dream big, reach their potential and succeed, regardless of their background.

Fair Access Scheme

Select your region to find detailed information about entry requirements:

Europe

Americas

Middle East

South Asia

South East Asia

East Asia

Africa

Russia and Central Asia

You can view our full list of country specific entry requirements on our Entry requirements page.

Alternatively, visit our International hub for further advice and guidance on finding in-country agents and representatives, joining our in-country events and how to apply.

English language requirements

  • IELTS: 6.0 overall

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course. 

For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.

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Fees and funding

2022/23 Tuition fees

Student Full time Part time
UK £9,250 per year Not available
International £15,300 per year Not available

For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our Undergraduate Finance page and see The University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.

We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them. Find out what's included in your tuition costs.

Facilities

We have a range of facilities available4 to support our Banking and Finance students in putting the theories you are taught into practice. 

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The Trading Floor

The Trading Floor is an invaluable facility which allows you to get hands-on with industry-standard software. Housing 42 dual-screen Bloomberg terminals, the facility can add a dynamic practical element to your course.

 

 

 

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Talent Team

Employability is at the forefront of all our accounting and finance courses. Our dedicated Talent Team are also on hand to help. They can assist you in applying for work placements, graduate level jobs and offer skills development workshops, and also organise networking events to introduce you to potential employers and industry contacts.

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sigma Centre

The Sigma Centre is housed in our Lanchester Library and offers maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions and bookable appointments. It is the ideal place to help you navigate any issues you might have while studying an accounting and finance degree.

 

 

Careers and opportunities

On successful completion, you will be able to:

  • Develop a key understanding of appropriate policies for banks at the corporate level that are informed by relevant research, theories and empirical evidence as well as the relevant institutional, regulatory and ethical background. 
  • Understand how banks and other financial institutions operate within the different global, political, financial and legal contexts, considering the recent advancement in banking technology. 
  • Evaluate critically the advantages of diverse theoretical and empirical approaches for addressing financial problems in the global context.   
  • Conduct goal-oriented research using financial modelling and analytical tools and a range of banking and finance related materials including journals, books and online resources, so as to resolve important banking and finance issues. 
  • Demonstrate digital literacy by using information, communication and digital technologies in solving different financial problems.  
  • Make appropriate decisions considering practical issues which confront modern banking and understand the importance of ethics in banking and financial decisions.  
  • Develop professional, intercultural and self-regulatory capabilities applicable to an increasingly global workplace, and be able to communicate effectively both independently and within teams by employing a variety of conventional and digital capabilities appropriate to diverse audiences.  
  • Understand the concept of risk in finance and the importance of risk management in resolving finance issues as well as important factors influencing the investment behaviour of firms.

Designed to prepare you for a successful career in finance or banking, this course offers lots of opportunities to gain industry experience, such as field trips, case studies, simulations and work experience2. We currently have active relations with a number of employers. Our Talent Team has also previously organised careers events, including TalentFest which hosted a number of speakers from different organisations to give careers advice including KPMG, Natwest, McKinsey & Company, and Fidelity International. Modules in professional finance skills and employability are also embedded into the course which aim to enhance your future employability. 

On successful completion, you should you have the confidence to give sound financial advice and make effective financial decisions. You should be well placed to pursue a wide variety of potential future careers options in areas such as: 

  • Finance 
  • Banking 
  • Management 
  • Accounting 
  • Personal and corporate finance 
  • Business 
  • Education in private, public and third sector organisations.  

Coventry University is committed to preparing you for your potential future career options and giving you a competitive edge in the graduate job market. You will have the support of the faculty’s dedicated Talent Team which has an extensive network of employers with a wide range of internship possibilities2. The Talent Team will also support you (subject to availability) with workshops and guidance on the various aspects of the employment process such as preparing your CV, interview practice and mock assessment centres, as well as putting on frequent employer events, which should allow you to network with potential future employers offering graduate roles, internships and placements.

Where our graduates work

This course commenced in September 2020 and our first cohort of students are yet to graduate. However, graduates from our other finance courses have progressed to careers across a wide spectrum of industry sectors, from banking, accounting and finance to manufacturing and sales.

Further study

Upon successful completion of our Banking and Finance BSc (Hons) course, you may wish to continue to further your studies at postgraduate level with our Accounting and Financial Management MSc or Finance MSc here at Coventry Business School. You can explore all of your options using our postgraduate course search tool.

You may be entitled to an alumni discount on your fees if you decide to extend your time with us by progressing from undergraduate to postgraduate study.

Please note that further study opportunities are subject to competitive application, availability, meeting any applicable visa requirements and additional costs may apply.

At Coventry University, you have the opportunity to meet so many professionals from different backgrounds. There are lots of networking opportunities at Coventry and I was able to get internships and work placements through networking alone.

Eric Suthagar, BSc Finance and Investment (quoted 2021) 
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  • 1Accreditations

    The majority of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships shall be renewed in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the university maintaining the same high standards of course delivery.

    2UK and international opportunities

    Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or International opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel COVID and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand the visa requirements, please contact the International Office.

    3Tuition fees

    The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the above table for the first Academic Year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year. For Home Students, if Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation.

    For International Students, we may increase fees each year but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (e.g. to repeat a year or resit examinations) the University reserves the right to charge you fees at a higher rate and/or in accordance with any legislative changes during the additional period of study.

    4Facilities

    Facilities are subject to availability. Due to the ongoing restrictions relating to COVID-19, some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and may have reduced availability or restrictions on their use.

    Student Contract

    By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the university. The 2022/23 Contract is currently being updated so please revisit this page before submitting your application. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the university will owe to you. You should read the Contract before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the university.