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UCAS code: L1N3
Institute code: H36
Study abroad option
Work placement option
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Entry requirements

UCAS points A Level BTEC Access Course Tariff IB Requirement
120-128 BBB-ABB DDM 120-128 points 120-128 points

Additional requirements

GCSE: Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics
All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.
If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.
For more details on the University of Hertfordshire's entry requirements, please visit our Undergraduate Entry Requirements page.
Find out more about International Entry Requirements.

UCAS points A Level BTEC Access Course Tariff IB Requirement
120-128 BBB-ABB DDM 120-128 points 120-128 points

Additional requirements

GCSE: Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics.
All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.
If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.
For more details on the University of Hertfordshire's entry requirements, please visit our Undergraduate Entry Requirements page.
Find out more about International Entry Requirements.
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This is an adaptable finance and economics programme with flexible pathways, not tailored to any one professional body, providing you greater versatility in your professional choices.
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UCAS points	A Level	BTEC	Access Course Tariff	IB Requirement
120-128	BBB-ABB	DDM	120-128 points	120-128 points

UCAS points	A Level	BTEC	Access Course Tariff	IB Requirement
120-128	BBB-ABB	DDM	120-128 points	120-128 points

Why choose this course?

A practical programme backing up theory with professional skill development
Strong academic culture built on supporting and celebrating each other
Ranked 8th in The Guardian University Guide for Economics (2023)

Develop valuable analytical, qualitative, and predictive skills alongside a solid grounding in economic and financial theory.

Explore modern economics and its application to financial systems and organisations, as you learn about financial markets and economic theory.

Go beyond theory, with stimulating discussions on traditional and non-conventional economic approaches, and the role finance plays in the health of an economy.

Learn to predict personal finances, organisational and national budgets, discover how every decision matters, from political problems to business operations and our lifestyle choices.

The finance group has a culture of shared values and aspirations, which is an important aspect of both yours, and our, success in helping you fulfil your potential.

Hertfordshire Business School (HBS) maintains strong relationships with professional bodies and business connections. Meet entrepreneurs–in–residence, business ambassadors and industry leaders at networking events or in guest lectures through our Business Academy.

Feedback from one student really sums it up: “Overall, without the support from lecturers and the programme leader I would not have had such a positive university experience nor gone onto a Masters. The staff made me realise my potential which I then unlocked. “

If you have a keen interest in financial markets, you may also like our BA (Hons) Finance. For those interested in the corporate sector, our BA (Hons) Business and Finance may also appeal.

Our Staff

Your team includes experienced academics, researchers, and consultants alongside guest lecturers from industry, many of whom are alumni.

You also benefit from an academic support team, wellbeing team and personal tutor to help you adjust to the demands of university learning and living.

What's the course about?

Learn about the constantly evolving financial sector, within the wider, more philosophical, context of economics. Discover how financial markets operate, the behavioural side of finance and company financing. 

Study traditional economic theories including macroeconomics, microeconomics, and quantitative methods, alongside heterodox methods looking at how economists think, analyse, and problem solve

Lift your competency in quantitative and data analysis as you work on your problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Practise how to communicate your findings and conclusions coherently, a crucial skill in business.

Explore potential ways of addressing real-world problems from a financial, ethical, and economic perspective. Be encouraged to think independently, challenging theory where necessary, and with good reason.

Get active support in boosting your CV through industry placement, study abroad or internships (including the latest online bite-sized digital experiences).    

Above all, you are mentored and supported, to aim high to achieve future personal and professional success. 

Where you'll study

Your learning experience will happen on our modern de Havilland campus, with self-study materials to support you from our virtual learning platform, StudyNet.

Hertfordshire Business School is located within a large University campus, at our de Havilland site. You’ll be sharing this campus with others studying business, law, sports, education, and the humanities, as well as the Sports Village, which features a gym, swimming pool, coffee shop, and climbing wall and our Enterprise Hub.

There are dining options, a bar, and a recreational space on campus where you can shoot some pool or play video games. The Enterprise Hub is a vibrant destination where local firms and students can work and learn in comfort. In addition to open study spaces, our Learning Resources Centre also features private study rooms, and is open 24/7 allowing you to study around your schedule.

The student union bar and additional facilities are only a 20-minute walk or short bus ride away at our second campus. Student housing is available at both campuses.

What will I study?

Your first year builds a solid foundation of knowledge in financial principles and economic theory helping you to build a general understanding of finance in the context of society. 

In your second year, you develop the necessary analytical and professional skills for work, to improve your productivity and organisational contribution. Explore essential elements such as business ethics, econometrics, consumers, and firms.

In your final year, take on real-world challenges as you put your knowledge to the test. There is also a wide number of optional modules so you can tailor the course to areas of interest.

Throughout, we promote team working skills, instilling you with people and organisational skills alongside your analytical and financial expertise.

There are also opportunities to further enrich your personal development through our GoHerts program, placements, internships, study-abroad and Future Success team events.

Level 4

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Introduction to Microeconomics	15 Credits	Compulsory
Microeconomics is concerned with the behaviour of individual firms, markets and consumers in their economic activity. Microeconomics considers choice-making within the context of a market mechanism. The module covers the nature of markets including the determinants of demand and supply and the competitive environment within industries. The role of the government in intervening in markets is also considered.
Introduction to Macroeconomics	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module aims to provide students with an introductory grounding in the principles and concepts of macroeconomic analysis, including consideration of: unemployment; inflation; money; banking; government policies in terms of taxes and interest rates, for example; and international trade. Indicative content: - Basic macroeconomic models - income - expenditure approach - Theories of consumption and savings - Aggregate demand and aggregate supply - Unemployment - Inflation - Money and banking - Fiscal and monetary policies - Introduction to open-economy macroeconomics
The Finance Professional	30 Credits	Compulsory
The module allows students to practice a series of academic skills and study strategies which will underpin their subsequent studies. Themes in the module include financial data sources and analysis, IT expertise, personal/professional skills including written and oral communication, and taking responsibility for individual learning. In developing academic skills, students will be expected to operate in teams, reflect on their practice and recognise aspects for self-development and improvement. The module will introduce a series of topics that are pertinent to finance in practice and complement topics presented on other modules running concurrently.
Economy and Society	15 Credits	Compulsory
This engaging contextual module showcases the scope and power of economics in understanding many of the key issues which face society. It explores globalisation, economic development and the onward march of the market in societies such as the UK and elsewhere. The module also considers the limits of the market and economic analysis itself, in considering some ethical and moral issues in contemporary business and the economy. The module will appeal to economics and non-economics students in considering the value of economics in tackling some of the big issues facing modern economies and societies, thus providing valuable context for the theory they will learn elsewhere. Topics will include: A brief economic history of the world economy Globalisation Important economic institutions – e.g. government, the legal system, WTO The market in modern society The limits of the market Financial crisis Can economics explain everything? Ethical considerations – environment, social responsibility
Principles of Finance	30 Credits	Compulsory
The module provides a basic underpinning and introduction to financial markets, financial management and accounting. The need for capital by organisations is explored and the different sources of available finance are examined along with the requirement for financial reporting. Structures of financial statements are explained in order for students to be able to analyse the financial health of the business. Commonly used analytical techniques in finance are introduced to enable students to make recommendations regarding a business decision. Topics may include: The growth and nature of financial markets and institutions The nature of financial instruments Differences between financial accounting, management accounting and financial management Structure and interpretation of financial statements The difference between profit and cash Budgeting and planning Sources of finance Investment appraisal techniques Working capital management Business objectives, value and agency issues.
Quantitative Methods in Economics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module is an introduction to important statistical techniques that are used in economics. The module typically covers statistical sampling, measures of location and dispersion, presentation of statistical data, basics of probability theory, probability distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing.

Level 5

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Exploring Business Ethics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module aims to examine and reflect on the ethical behaviour of organisations and employees. To apply ethical theories to real and current organisational cases and activities and reflect on what responsibilities organisations have to society. It discusses guidelines, laws and external pressures and the impact these have on the ethical behaviour of organisations. The behaviour of employees and the individual choices that may when faced ethical dilemmas is also analysed. Content includes. ethical theorists child labour and bribery price fixing working conditions corporate social responsibility and whistleblowing.
Econometrics	15 Credits	Compulsory
Econometrics is concerned with the statistical analysis of economic data. This module is designed for students with only a limited mathematical and statistical background, and gives a short introduction to single equation simple and multiple regression models, and the problems which often arise in their use. The emphasis is on developing an ability to use an appropriate econometrics package, with some understanding of the relevant statistical principles. The module begins with a review of the elementary statistics required later, and ends with topics such as heteroskedasticity, serial correlation, multicollinearity and forecasting.
Consumers, Firms and Markets	15 Credits	Compulsory
The modern capitalist economy can be viewed as an enormous collection of consumers and firms who engage in markets. How effective these markets are and what it means for society will, in large part, depend upon how consumers and firms actually behave. This module explores this behaviour, employing both standard economic analysis, ie how rational agents make decisions, as well as alternative approaches which acknowledge limits on rationality while also proposing a more realistic psychology. The impact upon decision-making is further considered. The success of the economy is reliant upon the efficiency of the markets within it. This crucial economic aspect will be explored for the different types of market structure. Further, the causes and consequences of market failures will also be addressed.
Financial Markets and Instruments	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module considers the development of modern financial instruments, together with their associated risks, so that theoretical and practical issues can be applied in their pricing and use. Such instruments would include shares, bonds, foreign currency, forwards, futures, options/swaps and other derivatives. Financial markets have developed at a fast pace over the last quarter of a century to meet the needs of governments, organisations and individuals. With this market development has come greater sophistication in the instruments available. Together, these two themes require finance managers to appreciate greater challenges within the finance agenda. The module aims to explore markets, institutions and the relevant traded instruments.
Business Finance	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module introduces students to the main theory and practice of the financing of companies, the allocation and management of financial resources within a company and the rewarding of the providers of a company's financing. Specific topics covered include: the financial environment; sources of business finance; capital budgeting; cost of capital and capital structure; dividend policy; investment risk, portfolio theory and the capital asset pricing model; valuation of assets, shares and companies; mergers and acquisitions.
Enhancing Employability in Finance	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module will enable students to research employment in finance and to develop an action plan to help them secure eventual employment. It will also help students to continue to develop their employability skills. Students will identify a potential career area, research relevant employment issues and analyse specific opportunities available in this field, before carrying out appropriate personal analysis leading to the formalisation of a career action plan. Students will be directed to scheduled activities held by the employability champions, CAPs and academic skills advisors and will be expected to attend those sessions to which they are directed.
Macroeconomics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module builds on the foundation provided by the first year module Introduction to Macroeconomics to examine macroeconomic issues on a more rigorous basis. It introduces and develops the analytical apparatuses such as the IS-LM model and the AS-AD framework that are employed in macro analysis. It also provides an insight into some of the principal models that have been devised to explain macroeconomic events and to predict the consequences of certain actions by economic agents. Finally, the module evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the various models in relation to macroeconomic developments that are necessary to understand the financial world.
Business Economics Techniques	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module examines how economic concepts, tools and techniques can be usefully applied to the analysis of business problems and issues, thus enabling effective business decision-making. Organisations ultimately survive according to the demand for their product or service, so estimating this is an essential prerequisite for other decisions such as those concerning investment. This module will explore what techniques and concepts the economist can apply in these and other important business scenarios. The following issues, inter alia, may be covered: The scope and method of business economics; Competition in industry; Tools and techniques of the business economist; Demand estimation; Investment appraisal; Cost-benefit analysis;

Level 6

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Anatomy of Financial Crises	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module provides an opportunity to explore the major financial crises that took place across the globe since the early 20th century. It aims to reconstruct some of the financial theories on the basis of the empirical evidence as opposed to 'the theory first application later' approach.
Money, Banking and Finance	15 Credits	Compulsory
The financial sector is a vital sector for any economy. It is a major and successful part of the UK economy. This module provides the techniques and concepts to analyse and understand this sector. The major theoretical underpinnings of the financial sector are explored. Thus, the module considers portfolio theory, the term structure of interest rates, demand and supply of money, monetary policy, exchange rate systems, insurance markets and the efficient markets hypothesis.
Analysis of Current Issues in Finance	30 Credits	Compulsory
The module contains two different yet complementary themes. They are, firstly, the introduction to topical research themes in finance and, secondly, the evaluation of such themes using quantitative analysis. The two parts are approached differently. The first part relates to studies that are of current interest to which skills of analysis can be applied - examples would include financialisation (increase in importance of the financial industry), regulation and corporate governance within the field of finance. The second part would include financial / statistical analysis for (say) takeovers, corporate failure, industry performance, capital market movements, etc. The themes are complementary as they both apply publicly available data to scrutiny.
Financial Aspects of International Business	15 Credits	Compulsory
The international financial system Foreign exchange rate theories Foreign exchange risk – definitions Managing foreign exchange risk - techniques Devising a hedging strategy Direct foreign investment – risk management
Industrial Organisation	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module has a special emphasis on imperfectly competitive markets and it will be covering in particular various aspects of monopolistic competition and oligopolistic industries, including price and quantity competition, collusion and cartel stability, entry deterrence and predation, product differentiation, and vertical relationships. Recent developments in industrial organisation and competition policy are incorporated into the material, including current cases.
HBS Placement	0 Credits	Compulsory
This activity is self-directed by the student and carries no credits. Students will be supported by the Professional Experience Module Leader, Professional Experience Visit Co-ordinator, an Academic Mentor and the Centre for Academic Skills Enhancement (CASE). Successful completion of the Professional Experience Module leads to the appropriate suffix on students degree title stated on the programme specifications. Student are required to complete at least 30 weeks of full-time equivalent (at least 35 hours per week) placement activity.
Industrial Placement Sem B only	0 Credits	Optional

Industrial Placement Year	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad (South East Asia)	0 Credits	Optional
The student will complete a period of study abroad at a partner institution following an appropriate programme of study, set out in a learning agreement, agreed by the student, the programme tutor at Hertfordshire and the international office at the partner institution. The programme of study in a placement year is less prescribed and can both reflect the interests of the student in their discipline area or to broaden their education.
Placement Study Abroad (North America)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad (Australia)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad A (Europe)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad B (Europe)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad (Europe)	0 Credits	Optional

Industrial Placement (Semester A)	0 Credits	Optional

Modern Econometrics	30 Credits	Optional
- Introduction: Review of the classical regression model as the well as multicollinearity, heteroskedasticity and autocorrelation. - Estimating dynamic models: Adjustment lags and the problem of estimation; the formation of expectations. - Data-mining: Alternative approaches to selecting the 'best' model and criteria. - Handing non-stationary time series: Stationary and non-stationary processes; testing for Stationary, error-correction model. - Cointegration and error-correction models: Cointegration between variables via testing; the estimation of the error-correction model. - Further topics: Vector autoregressions.
Industry Practice for Economic Professionals	15 Credits	Optional
In this module students will assess, develop and evaluate their employability skills through work-based learning. Students will use the professional framework relevant to their specialism to demonstrate competencies. Through their work, students will have opportunities to apply and critically evaluate academic theories and current business school research. Work-based learning opportunities include: placement, part-time work, internship, project work, involvement in research or volunteering.
Corporate Financial Strategy	15 Credits	Optional
This single semester module is designed to provide an insight into the area of financial strategy. The module begins by examining the life cycle and the various sources of funding available at each stage and moves on an analysis of major business changes, eg restructuring, mergers/acquisitions. The module will enable students to build on their business analysis and reporting writing skills, and the knowledge gained about business should significantly enhance their employability.
Behavioural Finance	15 Credits	Optional
The module will typically cover: - An introduction to Behavioural Finance. Comparisons between behavioural and traditional finance. Key developments in Behavioural Finance. - Heuristics and framing. Reasons for using heuristics for decision making and associated problems. - Prospect theory. An introduction to key decision-making variables such as the differential treatment of losses and gains, reference points and loss aversion. - Disposition effect. A review of empirical evidence related to the disposition effect in trading behaviour and its implications. - Overconfidence and other behavioural biases. - Emotion and market bubbles. Exploration on how the subtle and complex way people's feelings affect their investment decisions and how markets periodically break down. - Familiarity bias, herding and trust. - The role of social influences in finance and investor behaviour. - Experimental economics/finance. A discussion of the basic methods and challenges of experimental finance, and its close connection to research in behavioural finance.
Public Finance	15 Credits	Optional
The economics of public finance deals with some fundamental current economic issues. The module focuses on present-day debates on the subject of the provision of public goods and the role of the government in the economy. It provides a review of the principal theories of the effective provision of social services, welfare state, social security, national debt and pricing of public and merit goods. Opinion on these topics and the impact of government economic activities on the allocation of resources and on the distribution of income are divided and are a gulf apart. This module will offer students a deep understanding of public finance and the budgetary process, and the implications of government borrowing and expenditures on the economy. Students during the course of this module will discover the importance of the public sector in the economy. They will learn to recognize the part played by the public sector in the global financial crisis and the changes that globalization has brought in, raising tax revenue, due to global tax competition and mobility.
Economics of Strategy	15 Credits	Optional
This module aims to explore the contribution of economics to organisational strategy and decision-making. A rich and wide-ranging economics literature will be explored, including organisation theory, the economics of information, agency, and the economics of the firm (including Coasian, transaction cost, behavioural and managerial approaches). Students will evaluate a range of economic approaches to the governance and operation of firms and markets.

Study abroad

You can take a sandwich year abroad, making that decision in your second year. Studying at one of our international partners is a huge personal development opportunity and an amazing experience.

More companies are now working internationally, the experience of living in another country will make a great impression on future employers.

With over 100 partners in 40 countries, the world really is your oyster! Our dedicated study abroad office advises you on your options, to help you make the most of this opportunity.

If you study abroad between your second and third year of study, you’ll pay no tuition fee, either to the partner university or us.

Find out more about Study abroad opportunities  

Please note Erasmus+ funding is only available until May 2023. For students starting their course in September 2022 and wishing to study abroad in 2023-24 or 2024-25, please refer to the Turing Scheme.
Work placement

At the end of your second year, you have the option to experience a year of working life with a placement, or a shorter internship, a huge CV booster! 

Professional work experience is the biggest contributor to your future employability.  It allows you to put your knowledge into action, while learning how a business operates and making some handy professional connections. 

For those wishing to finish within the 3-years, we help you find other opportunities to enhance your CV such as employer competitions, insight days, digital programmes, volunteering, student leadership roles, and achievement awards. 

At the end of your second year, you have the option to experience a year of working life with a placement, or a shorter internship, a huge CV booster! 

Professional work experience is the biggest contributor to your future employability.  It allows you to put your knowledge into action, while learning how a business operates and making some handy professional connections. 

For those wishing to finish within the 3-years, we help you find other opportunities to enhance your CV such as employer competitions, insight days, digital programmes, volunteering, student leadership roles, and achievement awards. 

Students on the programme have recently had the opportunity to work at Avnet, Balfour Beatty, Hertfordshire County Council, Network Rail and NHS.

Our dedicated HBS Future Success Team help you make the most of the experience, holding your hand from start to finish. You also get assistance with your CV, plus help preparing for interviews and presentations, at our ground-breaking mock Assessment Centre Experience.

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What's next for my career?

100% of University of Hertfordshire finance graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2018- 2019). In addition to this, the average salary of our finance students 15 months after graduation is £24,000 (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017- 2018).

Many of our graduates have also found work in the public sector and private sector, in roles such as Accountant, Finance Administrator, Billing Co-ordinator, Payroll Assistant, Fund Administrator and Internship in Finance.

In the last few years, our graduates have also gone on to work for reputable employers such as HMRC, PWC, Citibank, Royal Bank of Scotland, Santander and Hilton Worldwide.

Our aim is not only to teach you the principles of financial and economic theory but how to use those theories in practical business environments. This is the reason why so many of our students thrive in industries after graduation.

Just like every University of Hertfordshire course, this BA is firmly focused on employability – giving you the skills and experience to become a highly sought-after graduate. Your degree can be a launch pad into a whole range of careers, from banking to accounting, trading to IT. Whether you start an innovative small business or work for a major international brand, with your Hertfordshire BA under your belt, you’ll have an exceptional head start.
Key staff

Programme leader Dr Edward Lee
An experienced lecturer, researcher, and consultant. He has undertaken consulting and research projects associated with capital market relative performance measures, investment portfolio management and internal performance audit amongst other topics.
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Group leader Dr Frank Currie
Frank has taught a range of economics modules in his career at University of Hertfordshire. He has particular interests in business economics, the economics of organisation and innovation.
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Deputy programme leader Dr Jiayi Balasuriya
Jiayi teaches several finance modules and has a research interest in Behavioural Finance, Experimental Finance and Household Finance. She has published a number of research papers in these areas in peer-reviewed ABS ranked journals.
Find out more about Deputy programme leader Dr Jiayi Balasuriya
Senior lecturer Tassos Patokos
holds a BSc and a Masters in Software and Telecommunications Engineering, and a Masters and a DPhil in Economics. He has been a Programme Tutor for Economics at Hertfordshire Business School since 2012.
Find out more about Senior lecturer Tassos Patokos

Course fact sheets
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Additional information
Sandwich placement or study abroad year	Optional
Applications open to international and EU students	Yes
Course length	Full Time, 3 Years Sandwich, 4 Years
Location	University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

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2023

Start Date	End Date	Link
21/09/2023	27/05/2024	Apply online (Full Time)
23/09/2023	23/05/2024	Apply online (Full Time/Sandwich)
22/09/2023	22/05/2024	Apply online (Full Time/Sandwich)

2024

Start Date	End Date	Link
21/09/2024	27/05/2025	Apply online (Full Time)
23/09/2024	23/05/2025	Apply online (Full Time/Sandwich)
22/09/2024	22/05/2025	Apply online (Full Time/Sandwich)

Fees and funding
Fees 2023
UK Students

Full time
- £9250 for the 2023/2024 academic year
Part time
- £1155 per 15 credits for the 2023/2024 academic year
EU Students

Full time
- £14750 for the 2023/2024 academic year
Part time
- £1845 per 15 credits for the 2023/2024 academic year
International Students

Full time
- £14750 for the 2023/2024 academic year
Part time
- £1845 per 15 credits for the 2023/2024 academic year
*Tuition fees are charged annually. The fees quoted above are for the specified year(s) only. Fees may be higher in future years, for both new and continuing students. Please see the University’s Fees and Finance Policy (and in particular the section headed “When tuition fees change”), for further information about when and by how much the University may increase its fees for future years.

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Living costs / accommodation

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BA (Hons) Finance and Economics

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Typical offer:

Fees: See below

UCAS code: L1N3

Institute code: H36

Study abroad option

Work placement option

Additional requirements

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