The BSc Finance: Data Science pathway at the University of Exeter is designed for ambitious students eager to master the quantitative and analytical skills essential for navigating the modern financial landscape. You will delve into core financial principles while gaining expertise in data science methodologies, preparing you for a dynamic career at the intersection of finance and technology. This rigorous undergraduate degree equips you with the critical thinking and technical proficiency to address complex financial challenges and opportunities, making you a highly sought-after graduate in this evolving field. You will explore topics from econometrics to financial modelling, building a robust academic foundation.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over three years, with a structured curriculum that builds your knowledge progressively. Your first year introduces foundational concepts in finance, accounting, and statistical methods, including introductory econometrics and data science. Subsequent years deepen your understanding with modules in corporate finance, investment practice, FinTech, and advanced data science techniques, allowing for specialisation through optional courses. You will have the opportunity to undertake a significant applied finance project in your final year, preparing you for roles in financial analysis, data science, quantitative finance, and related sectors.