Course summary
Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree. This course aims to prepare students to work in the Banking and Financial Services industry. A key objective is to ensure that students become familiar with relevant banking technology and adapting to future risk management strategies. The course modules are designed to develop broader learning and shared experience in the banking sector. You will gain an understanding of the latest challenges and issues in the banking industry, learning the importance of adapting to ever-changing regulation, having risk management strategies that can be leveraged, and exploring the latest technology to ensure banking remains relevant to increased competition. Extra Opportunities We are one of the very few universities who offer the opportunity for our Banking and Finance students to gain the CISI Level 4 Financial Advisory Diploma (L4 FAD). The course has been designed with reference to the qualification and standard of the CISI, therefore creating an opportunity for students to gain the relevant accreditation upon completion of the course. Banking has various roles and functions and this course will allow you to experience this variety, helping you gain the skills and knowledge needed to go into any one of these roles and increasing your future employability.
Modules
For the latest example of curriculum availability on this degree programme please refer to the University of Chester's Website.
Assessment method
Students will be assessed through a combination of coursework, presentations, and written examination. On average, the general weighting of assessments on this course is; 40% coursework (including presentations) and 60% examination.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N305
- Institution code:
- C55
- Campus name:
- Chester
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - CCCC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H4, H4, H4, H5, H5
T Level - P
The University of Chester considers a wide range of Level 3 qualifications and a wide range of professional / vocational qualifications.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Chester
Parkgate Road
Chester
CH1 4BJ