University of London’s online bachelor's (BSc) in finance
Learn to perform financial analyses and projections and manage financial and other numerical data. Pursue a career in financial services, management or business development. Or earn the credentials you'll need to enter a master’s programme.
About the programme
- Build a quantitative base: Study mathematics and statistics – applicable to the study of any social science field – and gain a firm grasp of economic theory and accounting principles.
- Explore core analytical methods: Learn the principles of finance, financial systems, econometrics and microeconomics.
- Gain in-depth knowledge: Take advanced courses in areas like derivatives and risk management, corporate finance, asset pricing and investment management.
About the University of London
Founded in 1836, the University of London is the UK’s leading provider of digital and blended distance education. It offers degrees with 17 federation members, including academic direction from the London School of Economics and Political Science.
About the London School of Economics and Political Science
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a world-leading social science university that takes an interdisciplinary approach to learning. LSE students develop a holistic understanding of subjects, challenge conventional ways of thinking and tackle society’s most complex problems.
LSE alumni and scholars are making transformative contributions in diverse fields and sectors, from academia to politics. Its community includes 37 past or present prime ministers, presidents and premiers; 18 Nobel Prize winners; and seven Pulitzer Prize winners.
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Curriculum
The online BSc in finance programme from the University of London equips you with a versatile and practical understanding of financial behaviour, markets and decisions.
Designed by academics from the LSE, which is ranked #8Footnote 1 in the world for accounting and finance, this degree is heavily informed by current research, policy activity and global financial events. The maximum registration period is six years, but you should aim to complete your programme within three to four years.
Throughout the 12-course programme, you’ll:
- Understand: the logic behind specific financial techniques and decision-making strategies.
- Critically: evaluate key issues in finance and explore modern financial theory and practice.
- Apply: analytical methods in finance and financial economics to real-world problems.
Admissions
The University of London encourages applications from students who have the motivation and qualifications to successfully undertake its online programmes.
As part of your online application, you must submit the following documents in English:
Personal statement
Verified identification
Complete/incomplete postschool certificates or transcripts
Prospective students must also meet the University of London’s general entrance, mathematics and English language requirements.
In order to give the Admissions Panel a more holistic understanding of your qualifications, you may also submit a résumé or CV, work references, standardised test scores and professional certificates.
About your qualifications
When you graduate with a degree, diploma or certificate from the University of London, you receive two important documents: your Final Diploma (the physical parchment you receive at graduation) and a Diploma Supplement. These documents are proof of your dedication and knowledge in your field and can be presented to future employers.
The Final Diploma:
This document indicates that you were awarded a University of London degree, diploma or certificate. It also lists the name of the London School of Economics and Political Science as the member institution that developed the syllabus and provided assessment.
The Diploma Supplement:
This document describes the nature, level and content of the programme that you have successfully completed. It also includes the transcript of courses taken, marks achieved and overall classification.
Frequently asked questions
Prospective students must meet the University of London’s general entrance requirements and have completed mathematics to UK GCSE level (grade) 5 or equivalent. You can take the LSE Maths Essentials course if you do not yet meet the maths requirement.
Yes, your programme schedule can be flexible to your chosen study hours. However, it is suggested that you complete the programme within three to four years. The maximum period of registration is six years.
Online learners at the University of London have access to the University of London Careers Service office, which offers career education webinars, networking opportunities and the Careers Connect platform, where you’ll find job vacancies, career events and other resources.
Several funding options are available to online learners. These may include employer sponsorship, scholarships, grants and work-study programmes. Students may also fund their education through federal, private and personal student loans.
Both BSc and BS are abbreviations for bachelor of science. The difference lies in the country of the institution – the US tends to use BS, while the United Kingdom, Canada, India, Australia and other countries tend to use BSc. Additionally, BS degrees are usually four-year programmes, while BSc programmes can be completed in three years.