BSc Finance (FinTech)
About this course
BSc Finance (FinTech), a finance degree combining core financial principles with technological applications in capital markets and financial services. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Financial Analysis, Accounting, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can choose to undertake an optional placement year or an optional year abroad. The first year covers foundational topics through Introductory Securities and Markets, Introductory Finance/Trading Simulation I, Introductory Economics for Business and Finance, and Introductory Quantitative Techniques for Business and Finance, exploring economic principles and basic quantitative tools. The second year progresses to Corporate Finance, Portfolio Management, Programming for Finance, and Financial Modelling, introducing object-oriented coding and valuation practices alongside optional studies in climate change or data science. The final year focuses on advanced applications with Management of Risk, Fintech and Cryptocurrencies, Derivative Securities, and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Finance. Optional modules span financial engineering, private equity, bond markets, and an independent research project.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB with B in A/AS-level Mathematics OR A-level Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Statistics. IB: 32 points overall including minimum 5 in Maths and 4 in English at standard level.
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 76%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 40%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 10%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 30%
- South East: 35%
- South West: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 25%
- Foundation course: 75%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA).
- Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System.
- Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introductory Securities and Markets
- Introductory Finance/Trading Simulation I
- Introductory Economics for Business and Finance
- Introductory Quantitative Techniques for Business and Finance
- World of Work
- Business in Practice: Accounting for Managers
- Corporate Finance
- Portfolio Management
- Programming for Finance
- Financial Modelling
- An Introduction to the Management of Information Systems
- Climate Change and Finance
- Data Science for Finance
- Trends in Finance
- Sustainable Finance
- FX and International Debt Market
- Optional Language or University Wide Modules
- Management of Risk
- Fintech and Cryptocurrencies
- Derivative Securities
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Finance
- Financial Engineering
- Research Project
- Private Equity and Venture Capital
- Bond and Money Markets
- Advanced Derivative Securities Hedging and Trading
- Information Systems and Digital Business
- Optional Language or University Wide Modules
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Finance (FinTech) at University of Reading earn?
The median salary is £32,500 after 15 months, £38,500 after 3 years, £48,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £37,500 and £66,500. The £48,500 median after five years is £12,500 more than the UK median for Finance.
What do graduates of BSc Finance (FinTech) at University of Reading do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Finance (FinTech) at University of Reading?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Finance (FinTech) at University of Reading?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 118 UCAS points.
Is BSc Finance (FinTech) at University of Reading accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA). Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Does BSc Finance (FinTech) at University of Reading include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Finance (FinTech) at University of Reading?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.