Banking and Finance with a European Language (German)
Cardiff University
Program description
Banking and Finance with a European Language (German)
The Banking and Finance degree is of particular interest to those wishing to enter the financial sector. It will provide you with the opportunity to acquire specialist economic knowledge of the operation of the monetary and financial sectors.
In addition to providing you with training relevant to the practice of banking and other financial careers, it also provides exemptions from certain examinations of the Chartered Institute of Bankers.
This course, Banking and Finance with German, provides you with an understanding of economic theory, particularly that which focuses on the organisational and managerial characteristics of the modern business enterprise. It also aims to engender a high level of competence in German and knowledge of the economy of Germany.
Admission requirements
Typical A level offer
AAB-ABB. Must include German.
Extended/International Project Qualification: Applicants with grade A in the EPQ/IPQ will typically receive an offer one grade lower than the standard A level offer. Please note that any subject specific requirements must still be met.
English language requirements
GCSE
Grade C or grade 4 in GCSE English Language.
IELTS (academic)
At least 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill.
TOEFL iBT
At least 90 overall with minimum scores of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading and 20 for speaking.
PTE Academic
At least 62 overall with a minimum of 59 in all communicative skills.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Program content
The modules shown are an example of the typical curriculum and will be reviewed prior to the 2022/23 academic year. The final modules will be published by September 2022.
Year One
Core Modules
- Applied Stats and Maths in Econ and Business
- Introduction to Accounting
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Advanced German Language Year 1
Year Two
Core Modules
- Microeconomic Theory
- Money Banking and Finance
- Introductory Econometrics
- Ex-Advanced Language Year 2 German
- The World & Language of Business (German)
Year Three: Sandwich Year
Core Modules
- Intercalary Study Programme in Europe
Year Four
Core Modules
- Financial Economics
- International Finance
- Economics of Banking
- High-Level Proficiency in German Language
Scholarships & funding
For more information about scholarships, please visit the university website.
Tuition fees
- Tuition fees for UK and Ireland Students: £10,200 per year.
- Tuition fees for International Students: £19,700 per year.
For more information about tuition fee, please visit the university website.
Qualification
What skills will I practise and develop?
As a result of engaging fully with this course, you will acquire and develop a range of valuable skills, both those which are discipline specific and more generic ‘employability skills’. These will allow you to:
- Grasp complex issues with confidence
- Ask the right questions of complex texts
- Have an imaginative appreciation of different views and options and analyse these critically
- Identify and apply relevant data
- Develop practical research skills
- Propose imaginative solutions of your own that are rooted in evidence
- Communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively in writing and speech
- Sourcing, interpreting and presenting relevant numerical information – to support the composition of projects reports and business cases
- Work to deadlines and priorities, managing a range of tasks at the same time
- Work as part of a team, developing a collaborative approach to problem-solving
- Use IT programmes and standard software packages, where appropriate
- Take responsibility for your own learning programme and professional development.
Career opportunities
- Accountant
- Business Analyst
- Economist
- HR Manager
- Lecturer
- Marketing Executive
- Production Manager
- Stockbroker
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Cardiff University
Founded in 1883, Cardiff University combines a prestigious heritage with impressive modern facilities, on one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK. As part of the Russell Group, our students benefit from our outstanding research quality and reputation, while...
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