Financial Technology BSc (Hons)
Financial Technology is shaking up the old ways of doing finance by making these services more convenient, affordable, and accessible for everyone. Learn the skills needed to join the growing tech revolution.
Key information
UCAS code:
N340
Typical offer:
120-128 points from 3 A Levels, to include 40 points from a relevant subject.
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Overview
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Financial Technology covers a wide range of services, including mobile banking apps, peer-to-peer lending platforms, robo-advisors for investing, cryptocurrency exchanges, and more. It's revolutionising the traditional financial industry by making financial services more convenient, affordable, and inclusive for everyone.
As financial institutions increasingly adopt these technologies, the demand for FinTech graduates is strong. By studying our BSc (Hons) Financial Technology course, you'll graduate with a diverse set of skills that blend finance, technology, and business acumen, preparing them for a career is this growing field.
You can expect to cover topics including Programming, Cybersecurity Awareness, User Experience (UX) Design and Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Knowledge.
This is a new course and we're finalising the detailed information for this page.
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Entry Requirements
Typical offers
- A levels - ABB-BBB
- UCAS points - 120-128 points to include a minimum of 3 A levels, to include 40 points from a relevant subject (calculate your UCAS points)
- BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DDM
- International Baccalaureate - 29-30
You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs -
English language requirements
- English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 6.
We also accept other standard English tests and qualifications, as long as they meet the minimum requirements of your course.
If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
Typical offers
- A levels - ABB-BBB
- UCAS points - 120-128 points to include a minimum of 3 A levels, to include 40 points from a relevant subject (calculate your UCAS points)
- International Baccalaureate - 27-28
You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs -
English language requirements
- English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 6.
We also accept other standard English tests and qualifications, as long as they meet the minimum requirements of your course.
If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
We look at more than just your grades
While we consider your grades when making an offer, we also carefully look at your circumstances and other factors to assess your potential. These include whether you live and work in the region and your personal and family circumstances which we assess using established data.
Modules
Each module on this course is worth a certain number of credits.
In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. For example, four modules worth 20 credits and one module worth 40 credits.
What you'll study
Core modules
- Database Systems Development – 20 Credits
- Economics – 20 Credits
- Introduction to Finance, Accounting and Banking – 20 Credits
- Programming – 40 Credits
- Statistics for Economics – 20 Credits
Core modules
- Big Data – 20 Credits
- Data Structure and Algorithms – 20 Credits
- Economics of Money, Banking and Financial Markets – 20 Credits
- Intermediate Economics – 20 Credits
- Introduction to Fintech – 20 Credits
- Investment Analysis – 20 Credits
Core modules
- Behavioural Finance and the Psychology of Investment – 20 Credits
- Complex Problem Solving – 20 Credits
- Financial Economics – 20 Credits
- Fintech Project – 20 Credits
- International Banking and Financial Instruments – 20 Credits
- Open Innovation in Data Science – 20 Credits
Boost your employability by taking an industry-based work placement year with a relevant organisation, with support from our Careers and Employability Service. Alternatively, you can study abroad and enrich your language skills through a study abroad sandwich year.
This is a Connected Degree
We're the only university that gives you the flexibility to choose when to take a work placement. Take it after your 2nd year, before returning to finish your studies. Or after your final year, connecting you into the workplace.
If you're not sure if or when to take your placement, don't worry. You'll have plenty of time to settle into your studies and explore your options before making your choice.
Changes to course content
We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies.
Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry. If a module doesn't run, we'll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.
Course costs and funding
Tuition fees
- UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £9,535 a year (may be subject to annual increase)
- EU students – £9,535 a year (including Transition Scholarship – may be subject to annual increase)
- International students – £17,200 a year (subject to annual increase)
Course fees for 2026 to be confirmed shortly.
Apply
Ready to apply?
To start this course in 2025, apply through UCAS. You'll need:
- the UCAS course code – N340
- our institution code – P80
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- Tour our campus, facilities and halls of residence
- Speak with lecturers and chat with our students
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If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
To start this course in 2026, apply through UCAS. You'll need:
- the UCAS course code – N340
- our institution code – P80
If you'd prefer to apply directly, use our
You can also sign up to an Open Day to:
- Tour our campus, facilities and halls of residence
- Speak with lecturers and chat with our students
- Get information about where to live, how to fund your studies and which clubs and societies to join
If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
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Finalising this course
All our courses go through a rigorous approval process to make sure they’re of the highest quality. This includes a review by a panel of experts, made up of academic staff and an external academic or professional with specialist knowledge.
This course is in the final stages of this process and is open for applications. If any details of the course or its approval status change after you apply, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and will be here to discuss your options with you.