Economics and Finance with a Foundation Year (January Start)
Wales, United Kingdom · UCAS LF1X
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 4 years
- Campus
- Bay Campus, Swansea
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
- Home Tuition
- £9,790 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
- Intake
- January 2028
- UCAS code
- LF1X
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Course Overview
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Career snapshot (indicative)
Finance graduates enter investment banking, corporate finance, asset management, financial analysis and fintech roles. Graduate schemes at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, BlackRock, HSBC and the Big Four are primary entry points, with CFA or ACA qualification typical career progressions.
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Course source link unavailable.
Student life (indicative)
Swansea combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access. The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.
The University at a Glance
- Student Population
- 18,985
- Staff Ratio
- 15.0:1
- International
- 14.0%
Career Prospects
- Avg Starting Salary
- £29,230
- First-year earnings
- Placement Year
- Available
- Work experience option
Costs & Living
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.
Entry Requirements
Subject areas covered
- Business studies
- Finance
- Economics
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 18,985
- Total students
- Staff Ratio
- 15:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 14%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Mild coastal
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 8.0/10
- Transport
- Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
- Swansea combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access.
- The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Active pub & club scene
- Thriving student social scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
- Avg Starting Salary
- £29,230
- Average first-year salary
- Placement Year
- Available
- Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
- Finance graduates enter investment banking, corporate finance, asset management, financial analysis and fintech roles.
- Graduate schemes at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, BlackRock, HSBC and the Big Four are primary entry points, with CFA or ACA qualification typical career progressions.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Engineering
- Healthcare
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Moderate
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.