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Finance and Investment Banking, BSc Hons (Year 2 & 3 Direct Entry)

Join our finance and investment banking degree in the final or second year. Benefit from strong links with the City of London and make strides towards a future in today's global business environment.

Our degree in finance and investment banking will boost your financial knowledge and prepare you for careers in this thriving sector. If you have studied a related course, you can join this degree in the final or second year. You'll study modules including corporate finance and investment management to develop the skills and experience to deal with international finance issues.

Our strong links with the City and businesses in Canary Wharf provide great opportunities for networking, mentoring and internships in finance and investment banking. Previous finance and investment banking graduates have secured placements at institutions including Barclays and Goldman Sachs.

The Robert Holman Bursary awards 2x £1,000 bursaries to students entering their second and third years of study. Find out more. The programme is affiliated with Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA) under the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, and it equips you with the theoretical and practical toolset to take Level 1 of the CFA qualification after you graduate. The programme is also affiliated with CFA Certificate of ESG Investing. The programme is also accredited with ACCA, CIMA and AIA professional body which offer exemptions including up to 5 ACCA papers, and up to CIMA Operational Level. Full details of the accreditation gained on completion of this programme can be viewed on partner sites accessible here.

Course/institution codes

N305 G BSc/F&IB2

We received Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. This recognises our outstanding performance in student experience and outcomes.

Location

Greenwich Campus

Duration

  • 1-2 years full-time
  • 2-3 years sandwich

Start month

September

2025/26 fees

To be confirmed

What you should know about this course

  • Study at our beautiful Greenwich campus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in London.
  • Apply your knowledge through practical modules like financial modelling, corporate finance simulations, and an optional placement year with a leading financial institution.
  • This degree demonstrates your commitment to excellence and prepares you for a successful career in investment banking or related fields.
  • BSc Hons Finance and Investment Banking programme is affiliated with CFA and FA Certificate of ESG Investing.
  • Tailored modules will develop your knowledge of finance, setting your career path in banking, investment or trading

Accreditations

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

CFA University Affiliation Program

What you will study

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Course information is currently unavailable for this programme. Please contact course-info@gre.ac.uk for more information.

About the course team

We are an experienced team of academics and industry professionals. Trained postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching with their latest research-led insight. Our teaching is informed by research and consultancy work.

Come and meet us

We are offering virtual events so that you can still experience how Greenwich could be the right university for you.

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Got a question?

To find out more about our Open Days and Campus Tours or if you need any assistance, please email opendays@gre.ac.uk.

Entry requirements

If you are

Year 2 Entry

  • An overall average of 55% with 120 credits at Level 4 and no failed or referred modules.

Year 3 Entry

  • An overall average of 55% with 120 credits at Level 4, 120 credits at Level 5 and no failed or referred modules.

For more information, use our contact form or call us on 020 8331 9000.

You can also read our admissions policy.

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses. If you cannot find your country on this list, please contact international@gre.ac.uk.

Choose your country:

Available to overseas students?

Yes

Can I use Prior Learning?

Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.

How you will learn

Teaching

Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.

You can view more information about how each module is taught within our 'What you will study' section.

Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your personal tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials.

Class sizes

Average intake per year is 30-40. Lecture sizes are normally 30-240, and seminars/tutorials are 15-30. This varies by module, if shared between degrees.

Independent learning

Outside of timetabled sessions, you'll need to dedicate self-study time (around 20-30 hours per week) to prepare for coursework, presentations and exams.

You can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support further reading and research.

Overall workload

Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, assessments, and field trips. Each credit equates to around 10 hours of study. Contact hours may vary depending on your modules.

In addition, during the week you can also:

  • Attend additional support classes in some modules
  • Attend guest lectures from industry experts
  • Take part in employability and enterprise workshops
  • Join the Trading and Investment society and other student societies.

Assessment

You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.

Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.

Feedback summary

We aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days.

Dates and timetables

The academic year runs from September to June.

Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000.

Official statistics on Discover Uni

Full time

Fees and funding

Your time at university should be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress. Planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

2025/26 fees

To be confirmed.

Accommodation costs

Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you're looking for. University accommodation is available from £126.35 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost.

Accommodation pages

Funding your study

There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive.

EU students may be eligible for a bursary to support their study. View our EU bursary to find out more.

Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship.

Financial support

Further costs may include (but are not limited to):

  • Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies, as well as specific computer software (estimate, £150 per year). Our Stockwell Street library also offers extensive books for loan, access to journals and digital resources.
  • Memberships: applying for membership of a professional body may incur further costs. Details of application costs can be found on their websites.

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

Work placements are optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university. Previous Greenwich Business School students have secured their placement year with organisations such as the NHS, Nomura, RSK, Charlton Athletic, Disney, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and more.

How long is my placement?

Sandwich placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. A sandwich year is taken between the second and third years of study.

What are the financial arrangements?

Sandwich placements are usually paid at competitive rates for entry level roles in your chosen industry. The Employability Service will only promote paid opportunities to you.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Graduates can pursue employment in areas such as investment banking, asset management, wholesale and retail banking, insurance and consultancy.

Are internships available?

The University’s Employability Team may advertise internship opportunities which are made available to the University and which the team feel are appropriate for University of Greenwich students. Internships are usually shorter opportunities ranging from 5 working days to 6 months and may be part-time or full-time. Depending on the nature and duration of the internship it may be something that can be done alongside study or it may be something that can only be done over the summer. If your internship is eligible, you can receive a Certificate of Industrial Studies.

Do you provide employability services?

Yes - Our Employability Service is here to bring you one step closer to your dream career through 1-2-1 guidance, flagship events and workshops, job opportunities, mentoring and more. Their service is free and tailored to ensure you have access to the best career opportunities. Find out more at: https://www.gre.ac.uk/careers

Support and advice

Academic skills and study support

Access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.

Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.

Support from the department

Our Greenwich Employability Passport Scheme will make your CV stand out to employers. It recognises your efforts in part-time work, volunteering, sports and societies during your studies.

If you're interested in starting your own business, our Generator runs workshops, mentoring and networking opportunities. You can enjoy our dedicated workspace, take part in an Enterprise Challenge, and get support for a Tier 1 Start Up Visa.

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If you are a UK student or have settled/pre-settled status (EU) and you want to study full-time then you apply through the Universities and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS).

If you are a UK student or have settled/pre-settled status (EU) and you want to study part-time then you can apply directly via our online application form.

If you are from outside the UK, you can apply via UCAS, directly via our online application form or via one of our in-country representatives. If you require a student visa, you cannot study part-time at undergraduate level.