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BA FINANCE (FIN)
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In this degree you will learn how the financial system works – how assets are traded, international markets are linked, government policy decisions affect the economy and how financial markets respond. The potential to pursue a career in financial management or banking is opened up by choosing this degree.
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This course requires 3 additional subjects Mature students - Information: Mature student applicants are 23 years or older by 1st January in the year of entry to the University. For part-time degrees the mature age is 21. Admission is based on application and interview.
O4/H7 Leaving Certificate Mathematics or equivalent is required.
Apply to the CAO by February 1st 2021. Late applications from mature students may be accepted after this date - consult the Undergraduate Studies website for updates. Application may not be made to the CAO after May 1st 2021.
Mature students must complete the CAO section for mature applicants fully, indicating clearly past or current studies, and outlining educational goals and objectives. Applicants are assessed on the basis of the information provided on their CAO application form. All questions should be answered in full.
Mature student applicants who have a disability If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia), and require examination support for any required written tests, please submit supporting documentation by 15 March 2021 to the Access Office. Unfortunately we are unable to consider applications for alternative examination accommodation after this deadline. Mature students - Closing dates for application: 01 February 2021 |
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Leaving Certificate applicants are required to present (as a minimum): 2H5 & 4O6/H7, O6/H7 in Irish, English & O4/H7 Mathematics.
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Click here for details about 1st year optional Critical Skills courses and 2nd year optional Electives and degree pathways.
HEAR and DARE
DARE: The Disability Access Route to Education is a third level alternative admissions scheme for school-leavers whose disabilities have had a negative impact on their second level education.
HEAR: The Higher Education Access Route is a third level admissions scheme for school leavers from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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APPLY TO THE CAO | WWW.CAO.IE The application process depends on the type of applicant you are. Click here for all information about how to apply. Categories of applicant:
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Finance and Economics are the major elements of your degree. Study of Finance begins in 2nd year as students first require an introduction to the principles of how markets work and how money and finance interact with the economy. First year Second year: Students choose from these options (a) or (b) (a) Choose between the Single Major and Major/Minor routes to degree level. BA Finance students may choose to take a year out between 2nd and final year either on placement (subject to availability) or studying abroad. (b) Switch to the BA Accounting and Finance Those who are reasonably certain they wish for a career in Accounting should consider MH403 which maximises Accounting exemptions. However modules such as Money and Banking, and Financial Institutions are not available to specialist Accountants (MH403). Some exemptions are available to those who choose to study Financial Accounting in all three years through MH401, taking either Finance (FIN) or International Finance and Economics (IFE). Duration: 3 or 4 years
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Career options: Finance graduates have strong numeracy skills, coupled with an ability to think critically and analytically – invaluable assets in a wide range of professions. Graduates can be found in the banking and financial services industry, economic consultancy, finance units of public and private sector organisations, financial research, journalism, and teaching. Some graduates combine their undergraduate degree in Finance with graduate studies or professional qualifications in a disparate range of fields, including accounting, IT, law and taxation.
Postgraduate degree holders are also to be found working in financial institutions, both public and private, in Dublin, London, New York, and around the globe. Current options include:
MSc in Finance / MSc in Economic and Financial Risk Analysis / PhD in Finance
Visit the Graduate Studies website for more information about postgraduate options.
Postgraduate options:
Visit the Graduate Studies website for more information about postgraduate options. For further information on Postgraduate options please go to the Graduate Studies site |