University Centre Leeds, a member of the Luminate Education Group and a further education institution based in West Yorkshire, is opening applications for a new BSc (Hons) Financial Technology degree set to begin in September 2026.
According to Finextra, the three-year programme combines foundational knowledge in finance and accounting with training in programming, data analysis, and software development. The degree is designed to prepare graduates for roles across banking, financial services, and start-ups.
University Centre Leeds opens applications for its new FinTech BSc degree, launching September 2026 in West YorkshireThe course will be delivered in purpose-built computer suites where students will work with current platforms and software, gaining hands-on experience with financial markets and emerging technologies.
Luminate Education Group commissioned a report in 2024 examining how colleges can support the growth of West Yorkshire’s Financial and Professional Services (FPS) sector. The resulting FPS Skills Blueprint found that, despite more than 280 courses in professional services being available across West Yorkshire institutions, college graduates are still underrepresented within FPS hiring pipelines.
A partnership between Luminate Education Group and FinTech North has been established to strengthen employer engagement and better align educational provision with the needs of the market.
University Centre Leeds is a further education institution operating within the Luminate Education Group, offering higher education courses to learners in the Leeds region.
University Centre Leeds dean of higher education Becky Fores said: “Driven by the growth of financial services in the region, Leeds is fast becoming a FinTech hub. Our new Financial Technology course will bridge the gap between computing and financial services, supporting students’ next steps by embedding key regulatory knowledge within the programme and therefore aiding the transition into employment in this vibrant sector.”
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