Anglia Ruskin University
Finance with Economics BSc (Hons)
Anglia Ruskin University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 110 graduates of Finance with Economics BSc (Hons) and other courses in Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech at Anglia Ruskin University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech.

Overall student satisfaction
86 /100
110 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Business and Management

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £29000 £23500 £28000
25-75 percentile range £24000 - £35000 £17500 - £30500 £21500 - £39000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Business and Management

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25010 £26844 £34100
25-75 percentile range £21999 - £30181 £20891 - £36088 £24232 - £47892

Course Description

You want the space to grasp new ideas, to explore the theory behind financial economics and its use in the real world.

Finance and economics isn’t just about numbers. It’s about understanding the importance of those numbers, analysing and interpreting them to better appreciate how people and the businesses around us really work.

Our BSc (Hons) Finance with Economics degree will introduce you to financial management, applied econometrics and much more. We’ll guide you through the issues you might encounter and equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to formulate critical business decisions.

At ARU, we’re helping to develop the next generation of business practitioners and thinkers.

We know that your future career is important and you want to build your CV. So we’ll encourage you to grab every opportunity for real-world experience – this could mean a placement year in the industry as part of your course or taking the chance to study abroad.

Our Finance with Economics degree course in Cambridge will set you up with all the theoretical and practical knowledge you’ll need in your career.

As a graduate, you could go on to become an economist or opt for a wider range of careers in the world of finance and business – it’s up to you where your studies take you.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Finance with Economics BSc (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University

35% Administrative occupations
20% Managers, directors and senior officials
15% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations
10% Teaching Professionals
5% Finance Professionals
5% Process, plant and machine operatives
5% Caring personal services
5% Elementary occupations
5% Business and public service associate professionals

You can expect an interesting mix of coursework, essays, exams and activity-based assignments. Your coursework could include problem-solving activities, consultancy projects, presentations as well as group or individual reports. You'll also be able to access support materials supported by materials accessed through our learning management system, Canvas. All assessment is designed to allow you to demonstrate what you’ve learned, and to make sure you’re developing the knowledge and skills you need to complete the course.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Finance, Banking, Corporate Finance, Fintech

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 4.5
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 5.5
    • Foundation Law
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 7.0
    • Graduate Degrees Law
    • 5.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Finance with Economics, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Finance with Economics BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1

Additional fee information

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Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

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.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of Anglia Ruskin University in top UK and global rankings.

See all 23 university rankings of Anglia Ruskin University

About Anglia Ruskin University

Founded in 1858, Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is located in Cambridge, England, just a 15-minute walk from the City Centre. This university offers an extensive catalogue of Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses, as well as 8 student housing options at distinct price points. Cambridge is famous for being a student city, and those at ARU can benefit from that by mixing with those students working at the numerous universities throughout the city.

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Student composition of Anglia Ruskin University

undergraduates:
23010
postgraduates:
5190
Total:
28200
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Where is this programme taught

Cambridge Campus
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