Overview

If you successfully complete the UFP to the required level of attainment in all academic areas and achieve the required English language score, you will have the opportunity to automatically progress onto a place on a suitable programme of undergraduate study at the University of Reading. The UFP is set at NQF level 3, which is equivalent to A level standard in the UK.

How long will I study Finance (Investments) with Study Year Abroad- Undergraduate Foundation Programme from OnCampus Reading for?

Most of our programmes last one academic year (nine months). The year is divided into three terms of seven to eight teaching weeks and one examination week. On average, you will undertake 21 (and up to 25) hours of classroom-based study per week.

What will I study?

There are five academic pathways to choose from and you will study the pathway most suited to your chosen progression degree. Academic skills relevant to the specific subject area will be taught to fully prepare you for university study. The pathways are:Business, Engineering and Physical Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences, Life Sciences and Art & Design.

Programme Structure

Business, Economics, Finance and Management

Economics and Finance
Business Behaviours or Pure Maths
Skills for Business

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-11-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Finance Investment View 152 other preparation in Investment in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

From 5.0 IELTS or equivalent (with no single element less than 4.5)
To progress to this degree, you will need to achieve the following in academic subjects; ABB including Maths at grade B/65% overall with 60% in Mathematics & Statistics and Pure Mathematics and achieve 65% in OCTOE (internal English assessment).

Minimum age: 17+

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19350 GBP / full

≈ 19350 GBP / full

Additional Details

Tuition fees may vary between £19,350 and £25,040 depending on the chosen duration.

Living costs

Reading

United Kingdom

903 - 1382 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Finance (Investments) with Study Year Abroad- Undergraduate Foundation Programme.

Available Scholarships

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