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2-Term Pathway - International Year One in Business - Continue to Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Banking and Finance

University of Essex International College

Colchester campus — Colchester, East of England, United Kingdom

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,950
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description For students that completed high school with good grades but don’t qualify for entry to an undergraduate degree, they could study an International Year One, which combines university preparation with degree 1st year. After completing this pathway option students qualify for progression to the 2nd year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Essex. Students’ course length is determined mainly by their English language level (UKVI IELTS score). Students on all course lengths take a set of common or similar modules to gain a solid base of skills for university. If the course is longer than 2 terms, they’ll take additional modules designed to improve one or more of their English language level, academic skills, and basic knowledge of particular subjects. Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Banking and Finance BSc Banking and Finance combines academic rigor with practical financial skills to meet the needs of demanding careers in banking and finance. Students have access to real-world Bloomberg Market Data Feed (B-PIPE), information and analytics in the virtual trading floor, where they can practice trading and analyzing financial data. Students explore topics including: why banks exist and how they operate in the modern economy current issues in modern banking banking sector regulation the global financial system the role of the investor, analyst, academic and policy maker The first year ensures students experience a fully-rounded business education by introducing them to topics such as accounting, management, marketing and economics. In the final year, students have the opportunity to put their knowledge into practice by completing an in-depth, independent research project or dissertation. This will give them the chance to further develop vital employability skills in areas of research, time management and critical thinking. Essex is one of just three UK universities to have received Q-Step Affiliate status, including for its BSc Banking and Finance, to support the way it develops the quantitative skills of its graduates.
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
GBP 19,950
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
4 December 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Colchester campus

Colchester, East of England, United Kingdom

Constable Building, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Graduate Route
Verify before applying

The Graduate Route applies after successful completion of an eligible course with a licensed student sponsor that has a track record of compliance. It is not guaranteed by attending a particular institution.

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About the Institution

The University of Essex was founded in the 1960s as an innovative institution to challenge traditional thinking. It is highly ranked in many subjects, giving students the chance to advance their education in a field they love. It offers a beautiful main campus just outside the city of Colchester, which is only 1 hour from London by train. Essex is a hugely international university, with students of 140+ nationalities bringing great diversity of cultures and ideas, creating a truly global campus community. Opened in 2018, the University of Essex International College is run by Kaplan Internatio...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.