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Banking and Finance with a European Language (BSc Econ)

As the European Union develops, language skills are becoming increasingly attractive to both students and employers. The degree in Banking and Finance with a European Language combines the main elements of a Banking and Finance degree with French, German or Spanish.

The first year provides the essential banking, economics and finance related modules that form the basis of a degree in Banking and Finance together with intensive study of your chosen language.

Year 2 covers core elements of Banking and Finance, but gives equal weight to the study of the language element. The study of translation and oral skills provides an ideal preparation for the third year which is spent abroad. During their year at a University abroad, students will be taught in the language they are studying as part of their degree.

In the fourth year, when they return to Cardiff, students will concentrate on Finance and Banking modules, while taking one module in their chosen language to retain the competency which they have acquired during the year abroad. In addition to taking the core modules, students have the opportunity to choose modules in areas where they have a particular interest, such as strategic management, international trade, public finance.

Typical Offer

AAB

Entry Requirements

Normally, grades AAB from any combination of three A-level subjects including a modern foreign language at Grade B or above and excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship. We also require GCSE Mathematics at grade B and GCSE English Language at grade C if not offered at AS or A-level.

Alternative Entry Requirements

Applications from those offering alternative/vocational/overseas qualifications (eg Access, Vocational A-level) are welcome as are those who may have combinations of qualifications or other relevant work/life experience. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Detailed Admissions Criteria

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Next intake: September each year

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