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Finance with Banking (including a Foundation Year)
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time including foundation year
- 05/10/2026
- Undergraduate
- Chester
Course summary
On the Finance with Banking degree, aligned with the Chartered Banker Institute (CBI), you will join a community of like-minded peers, challenge your perspectives, and immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of banking. This degree is designed to equip you for a successful career in the Banking and Financial Services industry, ensuring you gain expertise in cutting-edge financial technologies and the ability to adapt to emerging risk management strategies.
The course modules are structured to broaden your understanding of the financial sector, with a focus on banking. You will explore contemporary issues and challenges in the industry, learn the importance of staying ahead of regulatory changes, appreciate the ethical considerations of the profession, and gain a solid grasp of risk management strategies. Additionally, you’ll examine the technological innovations that are shaping the future of banking in an increasingly competitive market.
With a focus on the many roles and functions within banking, the Finance with Banking degree provides you with hands-on experience across a range of specialisations. This will help you develop the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a variety of career paths in the sector, significantly enhancing your future employability.
Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.
Modules
For the latest example of curriculum availability on this degree programme please refer to the University of Chester's Website.
Assessment method
There will be a broad range of assessment methods so that you are exposed to the different types of tasks you might encounter in the workplace. These will include coursework in the form of reports, portfolios of work, presentations (such as pitches and debates, peer assessment), reflective reviews, multiple-choice questions, and evaluation reports. In some modules, you will encounter written exams, class tests and practical assessments.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Chester
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time including foundation year • 4 Years
Start dates
- 05/10/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N391
- Institution code:
- C55
- Campus name:
- Chester
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Chester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N391
- Institution code:
- C55
- Campus name:
- Chester
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
A level
72 UCAS points overall including a grade D at GCE A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
Access Diploma - Pass overall
Scottish Higher - CCDD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H4, H4, H4, H4, H4
T Level - P
T Level with a Pass grade and D or E on the core
GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above is also required.
The University of Chester considers a wide range of Level 3 qualifications and a wide range of professional / vocational qualifications. Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs.
If you are a mature student (21 or over) and have been out of education for a while or do not have experience or qualifications at Level 3 (equivalent to A Levels), then our Foundation Year courses will help you to develop the skills and knowledge you will need to succeed in your chosen degree.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
The University of Chester is committed to supporting and encouraging students from a wide range of backgrounds and our Admissions policy forms part of our commitment to ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed have the opportunity to do so. We recognise that not all students have access to the same levels of education, support, and guidance, therefore, when making admissions decision, we consider a wide range of factors to identify merit, rather than academic attainment alone.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £5670 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5670 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5670 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5670 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £5670 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees for Home students for the Foundation Year in 2026/27 will be £5,760 (subject to Parliamentary approval) for the first Foundation Year of a four-year course. Tuition fees for subsequent years will be charged at the standard undergraduate tuition fee rate for that academic year. Standard undergraduate tuition fees for Home students for the academic year 2027/28 will be £10,050 for full-time students and £7,530 for part-time students (subject to Parliamentary approval). Fees for subsequent years may be subject to increase in line with the Government fee cap.
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