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Bachelor of Science in Economics (with Honours) - BSc Econ H
Finance with a Year Abroad
Queen Mary University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Finance with a Year Abroad course at Queen Mary University of London.
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A level
A,A,A
To include A level Mathematics. Excluded subjects - General Studies, Critical Thinking and Use of Mathematics.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Queen Mary University of London. These students are taking Finance with a Year Abroad or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A |
| Economics | A |
| Business Studies | A |
| Biology | A |
| Chemistry | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L10C
Here's what Queen Mary University of London says about its Finance with a Year Abroad course.
Explore the theory and logic behind economic decision-making, risk management, and the behaviour of financial markets.
The relationships between financial systems, economies, and society are more complex than ever. Join us to explore financial topics such as asset pricing and corporate finance, alongside applied economics.
We’re carrying out leading research in finance: bond and foreign exchange, financial derivatives, portfolio management, and much more. By joining our community, you’ll hear the latest insights and become part of conversations about how the industry is changing.
Industry immersion from day one
Immersing you in the financial world is important to us. Our Banking and Finance Society, the Economics Society, and the Trading and Investment Society organise academic and social events for students. You’ll be the first to hear about opportunities to network and make invaluable connections.
We’re one of the few UK universities to offer training and access to Bloomberg trading terminals, as well as an Interactive Brokers Trader Workstation (TWS) and FXCM FX Trading Station. All of this means you can apply your skills to analyse real-time financial market data. From corporate strategy to technology management, whatever area interests you, we’ll help you get ready for career success.
Source: Queen Mary University of London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science in Economics (with Honours) - BSc Econ H
Department
Economics and Finance
Location
Main Site | London
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time with time abroad
Subjects
• Financial economics
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
YEAR 1
Economics and Finance in Action World Economy Macroeconomics 1 Mathematical Methods in Economics and Finance Microeconomics 1 Principles of Economics Foundations of Finance Statistical Methods in Economics Personal and Career Development Plan 1
Disclaimer The programme structure shown is for prospective/new students and may vary for existing students. Please note that all modules are subject to change.
How you will be assessed
Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework (presentations, assignments, essay report writing, in-class tests, research and project work) and/or examinations in January and May/June.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Queen Mary University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Queen Mary University of London students who took the Finance with a Year Abroad course - or another course in the same subject area.
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Teaching on my course
79%
low
Teaching on my course
79%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
79%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
88%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
68%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
82%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
87%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
71%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
74%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
76%
med
Assessment and feedback
69%
low
Assessment and feedback
69%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
77%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
79%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
53%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
76%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
61%
low
Academic support
88%
med
Academic support
88%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
90%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
85%
med
Organisation and management
83%
med
Organisation and management
83%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
81%
med
How well organised is your course?
86%
med
Learning resources
84%
low
Learning resources
84%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
84%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
83%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
86%
med
Student voice
74%
med
Student voice
74%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
63%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
84%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
75%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
83%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
85%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
84%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Queen Mary University of London. These students are taking Finance with a Year Abroad or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Finance with a Year Abroad at Queen Mary University of London.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Queen Mary University of London graduates who took Finance with a Year Abroad - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£31.3k
First year after graduation
£37.2k
Third year after graduation
£50k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Finance with a Year Abroad.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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