BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education or equivalent with a minimum overall average of 60% or above.  

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.0, with no sub-score below 5.5.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 79, with a minimum score of 19 in each section.
• PTE Academic: Overall score of 57, with no sub-score below 50.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Keele University offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to attract and assist international students in pursuing their studies. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and provide financial assistance to deserving students.

International Excellence Scholarship: The International Excellence Scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students. The scholarship provides a tuition fee discount of up to £2,500 per year for the duration of the undergraduate program. Eligibility is based on academic merit and applicants are automatically considered when they submit their application for admission.

Keele International Student Scholarship: The Keele International Student Scholarship is available to international students enrolling in a postgraduate taught master's degree program. The scholarship provides a tuition fee discount of up to £3,000. Eligibility is based on academic achievement, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for their chosen postgraduate program.

Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: Keele University participates in the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme, which is funded by the UK government. The scheme provides full tuition fees, airfare, and living expenses for students from developing Commonwealth countries. The scholarship is available for selected master's degree programs in specific fields of study.

Global Excellence Scholarship: The Global Excellence Scholarship is awarded to international students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and contribute to the global community. The scholarship provides a tuition fee discount of up to £5,000 for the first year of study. Eligibility is based on academic merit, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate program.

Country-Specific Scholarships: Keele University also offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria and funding amounts. Examples include the Keele Nigeria Scholarship and the Keele ASEAN Scholarships, which provide financial support to students from Nigeria and Southeast Asia, respectively.

It's important to note that scholarship availability and eligibility criteria may vary each year.

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance program from Keele University are well-prepared to excel in diverse roles within the finance industry, corporate sector, government, and consulting firms. The program's emphasis on practical skills, analytical rigor, and industry relevance equips graduates with the expertise needed to thrive in dynamic and competitive environments.

1. Financial Analyst: Graduates can pursue roles as financial analysts, where they analyze financial data, assess investment opportunities, and provide insights to guide investment decisions for businesses, banks, investment firms, or government agencies.

2. Investment Banking: Many graduates enter investment banking, working as investment bankers who facilitate corporate finance transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and capital raising activities for corporations and institutional clients.

3. Risk Management: Careers in risk management are also common, where graduates evaluate financial risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in financial institutions and corporate settings.

4. Corporate Finance: Graduates may work in corporate finance departments, managing financial planning, budgeting, and strategic financial decision-making for businesses, optimizing capital structure and financial performance.

5. Consulting: Economic and financial consulting firms hire graduates to provide advisory services to businesses and governments, conducting economic analysis, market research, and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making.

6. Government and Public Policy: Graduates can pursue roles in government agencies or international organizations, contributing to economic policy development, conducting economic research, and analyzing fiscal and monetary policies.

7. Financial Services: Careers in financial services encompass a wide range of roles, including retail banking, wealth management, insurance, and pension funds, where graduates apply their knowledge of economics and finance to serve individual and institutional clients.

8. Further Studies: Some graduates choose to pursue further studies, such as postgraduate degrees (e.g., MSc in Finance, Economics, or related fields), professional qualifications (e.g., Chartered Financial Analyst - CFA), or research positions in academia.

9. Entrepreneurship: Armed with a solid understanding of economics and finance, graduates may choose to start their ventures, leveraging their analytical skills to assess market opportunities, manage financial resources, and drive business growth.