BA Hons International Finance(Top Up)

1 Year On Campus Bachelors Program

Bournemouth University

Program Overview

Bournemouth University offers a BA (Hons) in International Finance (Top-Up), a one-year intensive course designed for students who already hold a relevant foundation degree or equivalent qualification. This program provides a solid grounding in international finance, preparing graduates for a fast-paced global career in the financial services sector. Through a combination of theory and real-world application, students build the confidence and competence to navigate complex international markets, assess risk, and understand financial regulations.

Curriculum Structure:
The course is structured to bridge academic theory with practical finance skills, focusing on topics relevant to today’s financial landscape. Key areas include:

  • Corporate Finance and International Investment Management

  • Financial Regulation and Compliance

  • Risk Management in a global context

  • Optional units such as International Taxation or Entrepreneurship & Business Ventures, offering flexibility to tailor your learning

  • A final Finance Research Project, which helps consolidate your knowledge by applying it to a real-world issue

 

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Although it's an academic one-year course, the university pays sharp attention to employability skills development and practical exposure:

  • Real-world case studies and industry-based assignments are part of teaching.

  • Guest lectures and sessions by finance practitioners provide a window into the job market and current trends.

  • Students are actively persuaded to take part in competitions, simulations, and group projects that imitate real-life business situations.

  • The university also arranges internships and part-time employment, enabling students to gain relevant experience alongside their studies.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Bournemouth University Careers & Employability Service offers one-to-one guidance to help students confidently enter the workplace. Services include:

  • Personalised career coaching and development plans

  • CV writing, interview skills, and personal branding workshops

  • Networking events and access to on-campus recruitment drives

Employability:

  • Alumni have moved on to roles such as Account Manager, Consultant, Relationship Manager, and Finance Analyst.

  • Some of the employers are well-known names such as Lloyds Bank, Enterprise, Tesco, Bravissimo, and Savills.

  • The course is designed to lead to career prospects in corporate and entrepreneurial careers in banking, consulting, and international finance.

Academic Progression:

  • After graduating from the top-up degree, they can pursue a Master's in Finance, Banking, or International Business

  • Or even pursue further specialisation into fields such as Financial Technology (FinTech) or Risk Analytics.

  • The degree also serves as great premises for pursuing professional certifications like CFA, ACCA, or CIMA to further their careers to become certified finance professionals.

Program Key Stats

£18,700
£ 28
Sept Intake : 15th Jan


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Eligibility Criteria

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6.0
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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Account Manager
  • Admin Manager
  • Consultant
  • Relationship Manager
  • Team Leader  

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