Bachelor of Science (Hons) in International Banking and Finance (Top-Up) Northumbria University - London Campus, UK

The UK remains one of the world’s leading hubs for the international financial and related professional services industry, with London at its core (TheCityUK, 2025).

Gain first-hand experience of the financial market, learn from real-time data, and be guided by experts in the field with our BSc (Hons) International Banking & Finance programme. This course will enable you to gain a comprehensive understanding of the global financial landscape and will equip you with the skills and knowledge to join the banking and finance industry.

Key facts

• Learn about financial markets and contemporary issues in the international business environment
• Boost your personal and career progression with employability and academic-focused modules
• Year One designed specifically for international students
• Entry at level 4 designed specifically for international students
• Top up your existing qualification to a UK honours degree with direct entry onto Level 5 or 6
• Newcastle Business School is accredited by the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). According to AACSB, “Approximately 6% of the world’s schools offering business degree education have achieved AACSB accreditation, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality, rigorous standards, innovation, and continuous process improvement. Read more about our ‘double’ AACSB Accreditation

What will I study?

Throughout the course, you will engage in topics such as strategic management and corporate responsibility, banking risk management, international finance and financial management. You will have the opportunity to build your portfolio and employability, distinguishing yourself from your competitors with the first-hand experience of current market developments and financial data.

The programme makes use of appropriate technologies to support and enhance your learning experience. These technologies include an online learning platform that provides access and supporting learning materials, where appropriate lecture capture is used to support and review your learning. Additional materials include an online reading list and guidance and direction for your independent learning.