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BSc in Finance & Banking

Kingdom University

Riffa, Bahrain

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Offered by Kingdom University in Riffa, Bahrain, BSc in Finance & Banking is a bachelor's degree in Finance, Banking & Insurance programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. It carries 129.0 credits (credit hours). Tuition for international students is BHD 16,608 per total (BHD 16,608 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Finance, Banking & Insurance
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Credits: 129.0 (credit hours)
Local tuition: BHD 16,608 / total
International tuition: BHD 16,608 / total

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: ku.edu.bh ·

Program details

Overview

The BSc in Finance and Banking at Kingdom University is built to equip students with a conceptual understanding of established and emerging finance and banking ideas, with an eye toward work at national, regional and international organisations, banks and other financial institutions. Early courses cover the fundamentals before students progress into more applied subjects such as banking management, corporate finance and risk management, alongside the study of financial markets, intended to build the judgement and technical skill the sector expects. The program points to the Chartered Financial Analyst and Financial Risk Manager designations as relevant professional certifications for graduates to pursue after finishing. On the accreditation side, the degree has earned a Full Confidence rating in the BQA's Cycle 2 academic programme reviews and sits at Level 8 of Bahrain's National Qualifications Framework, with the College of Business carrying recognition from the ACCA and CMI in the UK as well as AACSB membership. Students complete the degree on-campus across four years and 129 credit hours, needing a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to graduate.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants submit a Bahrain high school certificate and transcript (or recognised equivalent with a Ministry of Education equivalence letter), a conduct certificate, valid passport copy, Bahrain Smart Card/CPR copy and two photos; documents from outside Bahrain must be stamped by the issuing country's foreign ministry, Bahrain's foreign ministry and the relevant embassy. Those scoring 60% or above sit placement tests in Math and English (plus Architectural Design knowledge for Engineering/Design; Law applicants enter directly), with IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 550 or SAT 480 in the relevant subject granting exemption. Those below 60% take non-credit Foundation Courses: Math (3 credit hours) and English (6 credit hours), plus Architectural Basics (3 credit hours) for Engineering/Design, or an Arabic placement test for Law (60% needed to skip its foundation course).

About Kingdom University

Type: University
Control: Private
Founded: 2001
Programs: 14
Location: Riffa, Bahrain

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BSc in Finance & Banking award?

Kingdom University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Finance, Banking & Insurance on completion of this programme.

How long does BSc in Finance & Banking take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does BSc in Finance & Banking cost?

Tuition for international students is BHD 16,608 per total (BHD 16,608 per total for local students).

Can BSc in Finance & Banking be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Kingdom University.

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