UK unis for finance or business?

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Heyy I’m thinking of studying in the UK and kinda interested in finance or business in general… idk the difference TBH :sob: But what are the best unis there? Like for best finance courses in uk or even economics and management and all that… pls help.

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Heyy! No worries at all — a lot of students feel the same way at first! Finance, business, economics, and management are all closely linked, and many UK universities offer flexible courses that let you explore a bit of everything before specializing.

  • Finance focuses on money management, investments, banking, and financial markets.

  • Business is broader — includes management, marketing, HR, entrepreneurship, and operations.

:united_kingdom: Top Universities in the UK for Finance/Business/Economics:

:trophy: Target/Russell Group Unis (well-known and globally respected):

  1. University of Oxford – BA in Economics & Management (super competitive, but top-tier)

  2. University of Cambridge – Economics (very theory-heavy, but elite)

  3. London School of Economics (LSE) – THE go-to for finance, econ, and management

  4. University College London (UCL) – Strong in business and econ, great London location

  5. University of Warwick – Amazing for finance, economics, and business analytics

  6. University of Manchester – Alliance Manchester Business School is well respected

  7. University of Edinburgh – Great balance of business, econ, and international vibe

  8. University of Bath – Super strong for business/management with placement options

  9. University of Nottingham – Business School is well-ranked and has global links

  10. Durham University – Very solid reputation in finance and business courses

:light_bulb: Honorable mentions:

  • University of Bristol – Excellent for finance/econ

  • University of Exeter – Known for management and business

  • City, University of London (Cass Business School) – Great location and finance focus

:books: Pro Tips:

  • Look for courses with placement years (aka “sandwich courses”) — helps you gain work experience during your degree!

  • Big cities like London or Manchester offer better internships/jobs, but smaller cities can be cheaper to live in!

If you tell me your grade background and budget, I can help shortlist a few perfect-fit unis and even check scholarship options for you