Financial Economics and Banking BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate

Develop your understanding of economics, econometrics and financial systems, and explore how these areas can support careers in corporate and investment banking, financial management or economic policy.

Year of entry

2025-26 2026-27

Location

Coventry University London (City of London)

Study mode

Full-time
Part-time
Sandwich

Duration

3 years full-time
4 years sandwich
5 years part-time (UK only)

Course code

N320

Start date

September 2026

How to apply

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The information on this page is for 2025-26 entry and should be used as guidance for 2026-27 entry. Please keep checking back on this course page to see our latest updates.

Course overview

This course is designed for those wanting to develop the knowledge and prepare for roles in the economic, finance and banking sectors. Study in the heart of London’s financial district, with access to real-world projects, expert teaching and career support.

Build a strong foundation in financial systems, banking operations and economic policies, and learn how to make informed decisions in dynamic financial environments. 
You’ll have opportunities to apply your learning through case studies and simulations, supporting the development of critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Explore quantitative techniques, statistical analysis and economic modelling to evaluate complex financial data.

Global ready

An international outlook, with global opportunities

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Teaching excellence

Taught by lecturers who are experts in their field

Employability

Career-ready graduates, with the skills to succeed

Why you should study this course

Study in the heart of London: benefit from learning close to global financial markets, leading firms and major banks. Studying in London can provide industry exposure, networking opportunities and opportunities for internships and placements with employers, although these are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.²
Industry insight: as part of your course, you’ll have the opportunity to attend expert-led sessions designed to give you insight into real-world economic, finance and banking trends, helping you connect theory to current practice.²
Industry-standard technology: you will have access to Bloomberg terminals and financial databases and will be introduced to econometric tools, such as Stata/Python/R, to help you develop your technical and digital skills.⁴
Artificial intelligence (AI) and financial technology (fintech): examine how AI and fintech innovations are transforming economic and financial decision-making including their ethical and practical implications.
Prepare for a range of careers: this course should help you prepare for roles in banking, investment, consultancy or policy analysis. You’ll build a blend of technical skills and ethical awareness, as well as transferable skills in finance, risk and strategy.

What you'll study

Modules

Business Economics – 30 credits

Learn about the economic environment in which businesses operate, providing a fundamental understanding of economic systems and principles. Explore how resources are allocated in a market economy, and examine different market structures and their impact on businesses and consumers, and assess the role of government in economic decision-making. Learn about key economic issues, including inflation, unemployment and economic growth, as well as the influence of the international economy.

Compulsory

International Business Practices and Law – 30 credits

Learn about the key legal principles that apply to businesses, and develop the knowledge and skills to navigate legal situations in the business world. Understand the legal foundations of business entities, including their formation, governance, and financing, while exploring key aspects of corporate regulation, insolvency and stakeholder rights. Use case studies and practical applications to learn about the role of law in business decision-making to prepare for further study and professional practice.

Compulsory

Financial Management and Accounting – 30 credits

Get a solid understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of financial and management accounting. Build a foundation in bookkeeping, financial statement preparation and management accounting techniques to accurately record transactions, apply financial adjustments and interpret financial data. Learn how to use key accounting tools to enhance your ability to analyse financial performance and support effective decision-making in business contexts. Develop your critical thinking skills by exploring how financial and management accounting contribute to business success.

Compulsory

Business and Technology – 30 credits

Learn how modern businesses operate and change, with a focus on governance, accountability and making ethical decisions. Explore how organisations are structured, how different stakeholders exert influence, and how new technologies are shaping business today. Develop the critical thinking skills you’ll need to understand real business situations, respond to external environment factors, and use technology in financial- and business decision-making. This could be useful as you prepare for a career in finance, auditing, consultancy and management.

Compulsory

Modules

Applied Research Methods and Data Analysis – 30 credits

Build your skills in using numbers and data to support research. This module focuses on key quantitative techniques, including statistics and Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression, and how they’re applied in accounting, finance and economics research. This module also covers essential statistical concepts, regression models and research methodologies, integrating both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Gain practical experience in data analysis using statistical software, enhancing your ability to conduct evidence-based research and make data-driven decisions in financial and economic contexts.

Compulsory

Financial Markets, Institutions and Regulation – 30 credits

Learn about the structure, roles, and functions of financial markets and institutions within a global context. Examine key financial risks, ethical considerations and the regulatory frameworks governing financial activities. Learn how financial markets work and why they matter. You’ll explore how primary, secondary and money markets are structured, examine how financial regulations help keep markets stable, protect consumers, and use professional codes to understand and respond to ethical challenges. Connect theory to real-world examples to understand how financial markets function and the regulatory challenges they present.

Compulsory

Intermediate Microeconomics – 30 credits

Build on your understanding of core economic principles, consumer behaviour, firm decision-making and market structures. In this module, you will explore topics such as utility maximisation, profit optimisation, game theory and market failures, applying mathematical and graphical analysis to real-world economic problems. Learn to use tools needed to analyse problems and evaluate economic policies, competitive strategies and government interventions in markets.

Compulsory

Intermediate Macroeconomics – 30 credits

This module builds on foundational macroeconomic principles to help you develop a deeper understanding of economic growth, business cycles and policy-making. It explores key macroeconomic topics, such as national income determination, inflation, unemployment and international trade, and the role of fiscal and monetary policy. Using theoretical models and real-world data, you will learn to analyse how governments and central banks influence macroeconomic stability and long-term economic performance. Build the skills to evaluate macroeconomic policies, assess economic trends and understand how global economies are connected.

Compulsory

There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement² can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

Modules

UK Work Placement– 0 credits

This module² provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement undertaken during your programme. A placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

Optional

International Study/Work Placement – 0 credits

This module² provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement undertaken during your programme. A work/study placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

Optional

Modules

Applied Business Project – 30 credits

Apply discipline-specific knowledge gained from previous studies to a structured project that tackles real-world business challenges. Through applied or business-focused research, you will develop a professional report that demonstrates analytical depth and practical insight. This module aims to enhance your critical thinking, strategic decision-making and professional communication skills and help you prepare for your career.

Compulsory

Contemporary Issues in Banking and Finance – 30 credits

Explore challenges and developments in the banking and finance sector. This module examines how economic, technological and regulatory developments impact financial systems. You will evaluate key themes such as financial innovation, regulatory challenges, sustainable finance and behavioural finance. Through case studies and real-world applications, develop your ability to analyse the implications of fintech and policy reform and the skills needed to navigate the complexities of modern financial systems.

Compulsory

Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management – 30 credits

This module explores financial tools, trading mechanisms and investment strategies in modern financial markets, examined through the lenses of both the efficient market hypothesis and behavioural finance. You will develop an advanced understanding of institutional investment objectives and strategies within securities markets. The module covers key concepts such as Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) and the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), and helps you build skills in portfolio construction, performance measurement and risk-return optimisation.

Compulsory

Applied Econometrics – 30 credits

Gain in-depth knowledge of modern econometrics and understand how these techniques can be applied to real data in economics, finance and banking contexts. You will have the opportunity to develop your programming skills through the continued use of an econometric package (such as STATA or R) to conduct economic and financial data analysis.⁴

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

The teaching and learning for this course has been designed to give you strong academic knowledge of key theories and concepts that will help you understand and appreciate current and relevant research in this subject area.

You also have the opportunity to apply the theories and concepts to current practice through real-life scenarios, case studies and a variety of class activities. The course will also give you the opportunity to develop and demonstrate your essential analytical skills and respond to employer-related problems by making a set of clearly evaluated recommendations.

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. Please contact registry.london@coventry.ac.uk for more information about studying this course part-time.

Teaching contact hours

As a full-time undergraduate student, you will study modules totalling 120 credits each academic year. You will normally study one 30-credit module at a time. A typical 30-credit module requires a total of 300 hours of study made up of teaching contact hours, guided and independent study.

Teaching hours

Teaching hours may vary depending on your year of study and selected modules. During your first year, you can expect 12-15 teaching hours each week. You will also have the option to attend additional sessions, including time with a progress coach or to meet with staff for advice and feedback. As you progress through your studies, teaching hours may reduce.

Guided and independent study

Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module. You’ll be digging deeper into topics, review what you’ve learned and complete assignments. This can be completed around your personal commitments. As you progress through your studies, you’ll spend more time in independent study.

Online learning

As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods including online tools and emerging technologies. So, some of your teaching hours and assessments may be delivered online.

Assessment

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

Assessment methods may include:

formal examinations
phase tests
essays
group work
presentations
reports
projects
coursework
open book exams
individual assignments.

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.

Our Financial Economics and Banking BSc is designed to prepare you for a global career in corporate and investment banking, financial management or economic policy. Modules are facilitated by academics with industry experience. You should develop as a well-rounded industry ready graduate upon successful completion of the course.
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Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements:

Requirement	What we're looking for
UCAS points	120
A level	BBB
GCSE	GCSE maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards.
BTEC	DDM
IB Diploma	27 points
Access to HE Diploma	The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits at Merit. Plus GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.

Other qualifications and experience

Our students come from a variety of backgrounds, each with a unique story. We recognise a breadth of qualifications. If your qualifications differ from the above, contact our Admissions Team who will be happy to discuss your qualifications and routes into your chosen course.

Contextual offers and Fair Access Scheme

If you meet the criteria for our Fair Access Scheme, you could automatically receive a contextual offer that may be up to 24 UCAS points lower than our standard entry requirements. View the criteria for our Fair Access Scheme.

Select your region to find detailed information about entry requirements:

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

If you do not have the typical entry requirements, you may want to consider studying this course with an international foundation year. Upon successful completion this should provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to progress onto this undergraduate degree.

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 (or an equivalent language test), with no component below 5.5.

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.

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

Fees and funding

Student	Full-time	Part-time
UK, Ireland*, Channel Islands or Isle of Man	2026/27 fees TBC 2025/26 fees: £9,535 per year	Request fee information
EU	2026/27 fees TBC 2025/26 fees: £9,535 per year with EU Support Bursary 2026/27 fees TBC 2025/26 fees: £16,800 per year without EU Support Bursary	Not available
International	2026/27 fees TBC 2025/26 fees: £16,800 per year	Not available

If you choose to study this course with a professional placement² or study abroad year, you will need to pay a tuition fee³ to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. Students commencing their professional placement in the academic year 2027/28 will pay £1,500 if they are paying UK fees, or £1,800 if they are paying international fees.

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.

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 UK (home) students, if Parliament permits 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.

If you choose to study this course with a professional placement, the University will charge the tuition fees stated above for those on a placement during Academic Year 2027/28. The University will review professional placement tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study, but such that it will be no more than 5% above 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.

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.

The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees:

Any optional overseas ﬁeld trips or visits: £400+ per trip.
Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in the UK or abroad).

*Irish student fees

The rights of Irish residents to study in the UK are preserved under the Common Travel Area arrangement. If you are an Irish student and meet the residency criteria, you can study in England, pay the same level of tuition fees as English students and utilise the Tuition Fee Loan.

**EU Support Bursary

Following the UK's exit from the European Union, we are offering financial support to all eligible EU students who wish to study an undergraduate or a postgraduate degree with us full-time. This bursary will be used to offset the cost of your tuition fees to bring them in line with that of UK students. Students studying a degree with a foundation year with us are not eligible for the bursary.

How do you know if you need to pay UK or international tuition fees?

We carry out an initial fee status assessment based on the information you provide in your application. Your fee status determines your tuition fees, and what financial support and scholarships may be available to you. The rules about who pays UK (home) or international (overseas) fees for higher education courses in England are set by the Department for Education. The regulations identify all the different categories of student who can insist on paying the home rate. The regulations can be difficult to understand, so the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) has provided fee status guidance to help you identify whether you are eligible to pay the home or overseas rate.

If you meet all the criteria required by any one category, including any residence requirements, your institution must charge you the home rate. You only need to find one category that you fit into.

Facilities

Our Financial Economics and Banking BSc (Hons) students have access to a wide range of facilities⁴ to help them prepare for a successful career in corporate and investment banking, financial management or economic policy roles. 

Take a virtual tour of our campus to explore all of the facilities available to you.

Bloomberg Trading Floor

Our Trading Floor has been created to reflect the environment where traders work at the London Stock Exchange. It contains Bloomberg Terminals, which provide access to real-time global financial data, which students learn how to use through teaching and simulated projects.

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Standard & Poor Market Intelligence Suite (S&P)

The S&P Suite contains some of the same software used by Wall Street. Its databases and tools can help you track performance, identify investment ideas, and keep up with industry news and insights.

Enterprise Hub

Our Enterprise Hub supports student entrepreneurs by providing extensive industry knowledge and guidance to help develop ideas into viable ventures. It is a dedicated space for enterprising students and professionals to solve problems, network professionally and collaborate on projects.

Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.

Careers and opportunities

On successful completion of the course, you will be able to:

apply economic and financial theories and concepts to discuss, formulate and evaluate macroeconomic and microeconomic policies, both at national and international levels
synthesise, interpret and communicate information from a range of sources
identify and apply appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods for the interpretation of economic and financial data and present them to both specialist and non-specialist audiences
analyse and model data through the use of a computer package and communicate results for decision-making purposes.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will graduate with a degree covering subjects that are highly desirable in the industry. In addition to technical knowledge and expertise, as well as research skills, you will have learnt, developed, and practised a number of soft skills namely teamwork, presentations, and communication of ideas in different settings. The course pays particular attention to ensuring that graduates gain a variety of transferable skills, including a range of IT skills.

Typical career routes for graduates for this course include banking professionals, finance consultants, investment consultants, financial analysts, risk management, and data scientists working for international financial and government institutions.

Where our graduates work

Our previous graduates have gone on to work at:

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Metro Safety Group
HSBC
Deloitte
MarketAxess
Reliance Bank Ltd
Equinix

Further study

Upon successful completion of our Financial Economics and Banking BSc (Hons) course, you may wish to continue to further your studies at postgraduate level. You can do that right here at Coventry University London, with our Global Finance MSc or Global Financial Trading MSc. You could continue to build on what you have learnt, to develop a career in investment banking, portfolio management, corporate finance, or risk management.

We also offer alternative postgraduate degrees if you decide to take a slightly different route. You can explore all of your options, including other locations within the Coventry University Group. 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.

How to apply

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UK students

Full-time UK students should apply for this course through UCAS.

If this course has a part-time option you will need to apply directly to the university. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply.

How to apply

For further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.

(+44) 024 7765 2222

ukadmissions@coventry.ac.uk

Complete our contact form.

International students

International codes:
LONU045

Full-time students applying to start in 2026/27 should apply directly to the university.

How to apply

For further support for international applicants applying for an undergraduate degree view our International hub.

Disclaimers

Coventry University together with Coventry University London, Coventry University Wrocław, CU Coventry, CU London, CU Scarborough, and Coventry University Online come together to form part of the Coventry University Group (the University) with all degrees awarded by Coventry University.

¹Accreditations, partnerships and membershipsons

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. See the relevant body website for more details). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships are subject to successful renewal in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the university maintaining the same high standards of course delivery. If the accreditation, recognition or membership of this course changes, we will seek to notify applicants and students as soon as possible.

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 unpaid and/or 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, public authority guidance, decisions or orders and visa requirements. To ensure that you fully understand any 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 UK (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.

⁴Facilities

Student Contract

By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the university. A copy of the current 2025/2026 contract is available on the website for information purposes however the 2026/2027 contract will apply for the 2026/2027 intake. 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.

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Financial Economics and Banking BSc (Hons)

Course overview

Global ready

Teaching excellence

Employability

Why you should study this course

What you'll study

Modules

Modules

Modules

Modules

How you'll learn

Teaching contact hours

Teaching hours

Guided and independent study

Online learning

Assessment

Entry requirements

Other qualifications and experience

Contextual offers and Fair Access Scheme

English language requirements

Fees and funding

*Irish student fees

**EU Support Bursary

Facilities

Bloomberg Trading Floor

Standard & Poor Market Intelligence Suite (S&P)

Enterprise Hub

Careers and opportunities

Where our graduates work

Further study

How to apply

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