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Bachelor of Finance
B.Fin
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 3 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Bachelor |
The Bachelor of Finance degree introduces students to the global and institutional aspects of our financial systems. There is a broad coverage of the specialised financial institutions, their asset classes, and the markets in which the different assets are traded. Areas of study include financial markets, valuation issues, international trade and finance, financial modelling and financial management. Students admitted to the Bachelor of Finance may choose to graduate with one of the following degrees:
The Bachelor of Finance program comprises a range of courses in finance, economics, mathematics and statistics. Students may choose a particular area of specialisation during their second and third years or continue with a more general approach.
All students commence in the Bachelor of Finance program and after completing first year can choose to specialise in international finance. A common first year comprised of courses in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics and accounting is followed by the choice of pathway best suited to the interests of the student. Students must complete core finance courses, which include International Financial Institutions and Markets at level 1; Business Finance and Financial Economics at level 2; and Portfolio Theory and Management at level 3. Some of the courses offered provide opportunities for gaining affiliate membership to the Financial Services Institute of Australia (Finsia), as well as covering material relevant for entry to the Chartered Financial Analysts and Financial Planning Association. The flexibility of the degree allows students to choose electives across all levels in a wide range of subject areas offered by other faculties. Applicants seeking entry into the Bachelor of Finance or the International specialisation use the SATAC code 314401.
Bachelor of Finance (International): this specialisation is ideal for students wishing to focus on the interaction of economics and finance at an international level. Finance courses include Money, Banking and Financial Markets, and International Finance which cover areas such as the mechanics and operation of foreign exchange, debt and equity markets, as well as providing coverage of important monetary and financial issues and developments in the world. This finance pathway is for those interested in trading international financial instruments and providing financial and monetary advice to multinational companies and government, along with working in both merchant and retail banks.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| 2008 CSP IB | 25 |
| SATAC Code | 314401 |
| 2008 CSP TER | 71.5 |
| HESS group
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General |
| Annual tuition fees
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Commonwealth-supported place: $8,677
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| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| International TER | 75 |
| IELTS Total | 6 [more info] |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $22,000 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
| International TER | 75 |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6
5.5
5.5
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| International TER | 75 |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $22,000 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
All Finance students are admitted to the Bachelor of Finance program but may choose to follow the Finance (International) or Finance (Quantitative) stream. For those wishing to focus on the interaction of economics and finance, choices could include financial economics, international trade and finance and financial econometrics. Students with commercial aspirations will undertake courses in corporate finance, futures and risk management, portfolio theory and management, and investment analysis and valuation. Quantitative interests can be pursued through courses such as mathematics of finance, financial modelling, time series and life contingencies.
Finance graduates will be in a strong position to gain employment with private and public companies anywhere in the world, and also in many government departments. They may be employed by trading and merchant banks, investment firms, consulting specialists, private and public corporations and local and national government agencies. Openings for graduates are in treasury and risk management, stockbroking, fund and portfolio management, international trade and derivatives trading and pricing.
Auditor, Business Analyst, Business Data Analyst, Foreign Affairs, Statistician, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, Stockbroker, Financial Systems / Computer Analyst, Banker, Commodities or Futures Trader, Accountant, Actuary, Finance Manager, Financial Adviser, Financial Services Officer, Fund and Portfolio Manager, Taxation officer, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser, International Trade or Business Analyst
Graduates of the finance degree are entitled to affiliate membership of the nationally-recognised Financial Services Institute of Australia (Finsia). Full membership of Finsia requires completion of the Institute’s Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment, progress towards which is greatly facilitated by completion of this degree.
By undertaking specific courses, graduates can also obtain partial compliance with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission PS146 tier I Compliance, in the areas of generic knowledge derivatives and securities.
The Bachelor of Finance degree covers material relevant for entry to the Chartered Financial Analysts and Financial Planning Association.
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Tuesday, 9 Jun 2009
