Prepare for a fast-paced career in finance, and develop specialist skills in financial technology, with University of Reading's BSc Finance (FinTech) degree. FinTech is a rapidly expanding sector within the financial industry. Students will study the core concepts and practices of financial technology, and learn how technological advances have necessitated change throughout the industry.

Develop the knowledge and skills to meet these changes head-on, as students acquire a deep understanding of finance and financial services. They’ll also gain expertise in programming and financial applications, and learn how to apply their technological skills to real-world problems.

Reading's focus on self-development aims to prepare students for the external market – from internships and placements to full-time employment. The skills required to secure, and succeed, in future roles are embedded into the curriculum.

For example, students will undertake a group project on portfolio management in the second year. Within this project, students will have the opportunity to put their quantitative skills and knowledge of investment analysis into practice, gain new experiences, and open themselves up to new ways of thinking.

In the third year, students will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a real-world setting with the Work Placement module. Staff will support students to find and secure a placement that’s right for them.