There is no upper age limit to studying at the University. You should be at least 17 years old by 20 September in the year you begin your course. If you are below this age, we may still consider you for admission but please contact us for more details.
GCE/GCSE
The minimum requirements are:
five passes at GCSE grade C (or grade 4) or above, including English Language or Use of English (IGCSE English as a Second Language, grade B or grade 6), and at least two subjects at A level OR
three passes at GCE A level and a pass at grade C (or grade 4) or above in GCSE English Language or Use of English.
Offers are normally based on achieving three A levels or equivalent at Level 3, although some University subject areas may specify differently. You must have a minimum of two A level equivalents at Level 3 in two subjects (ie two A levels or one vocational double award).
We base offers on a combination of GCSE/AS/VCE A level/A level/other qualifications or predicted grades, your personal statement and reference.
English Requirement
IELTS (including IELTS Indicator)
PTE Academic
CAE/CPE
TOEFL iBT
Do you strive for a successful career in accounting, finance or management? Leading to exemptions from a number of professional accountancy exams, the Accounting and Finance programme can offer a head start to your career. This diverse course also offers optional modules, which can prepare you for a career in financial services or in general management.
Accountants are best known for validating company accounts – or auditing – but they also devise and operate financial systems, conduct investment analysis, advise on business matters, and handle individuals’ and corporations’ tax affairs. Our Accounting & Finance degree responds to the needs of the profession and is accredited by the UK’s accountancy bodies.
The programme is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills relevant to the practice of accounting and finance within the economic, legal and social environment, preparing you for your career. For graduate prospects, Accounting and Finance at Kent was ranked 8th in The Complete University Guide 2021.
Kent Business School has expert accounting staff from the business world and our links with global business ensure that our teaching is always internationally relevant.
Stage 1
Compulsory modules currently include
EC302 - Introduction to Economics (30 credits)
AC300 - Financial Accounting I (30 credits)
CB312 - Introduction to Management (15 credits)
CB333 - Business Law (30 credits)
CB372 - Mathematics and Statistics for Accounting and Finance (15 credits)
Stage 2
Compulsory modules currently include
AC521 - Management Accounting I (30 credits)
AC523 - Principles of Finance (30 credits)
AC524 - Financial Accounting II (30 credits)
CB759 - Strategic Management (30 credits)
CB790 - Employability for Stage 2 Business Programmes (5 credits)
Year abroad
Compulsory modules currently include
CB762 - Year Abroad 1 (60 credits)
CB763 - Year Abroad 2 (60 credits)
Stage 3
Optional modules may include
CB611 - Futures and Options Markets (30 credits)
CB6002 - Finance with Excel (15 credits)
CB513 - Taxation (30 credits)
CB6001 - Fixed Income Markets and Instruments (15 credits)
AC522 - Advanced Financial Accounting (30 credits)
AC507 - Management Accounting II (30 credits)
AC502 - Business Finance (30 credits)
AC504 - Auditing (30 credits)
CB520 - Service Management (15 credits)
CB612 - New Enterprise Development (15 credits)
CB613 - Entrepreneurship (15 credits)
CB658 - Diversity in Organisations (15 credits)
CB744 - Creativity and Innovation in Organisations (15 credits)
CB751 - Psychology of the Contemporary Workplace (15 credits)
CB786 - Operations Management (15 credits)
Our Accounting and Finance graduates move into a range of careers within the world of business. Many go on to become chartered, certified or management accountants working at top accounting firms, including the ‘Big 4’, as well as other local, national and international firms.
The degree can also prepare you for a career in financial services (such as banking, insurance and investment) or in general management.
Recent graduates have taken up positions with a wide range of companies, including:
ABN AMRO
Accenture
Burgess Hodgson
Baker Tilly
Deutsche Bank
Ernst & Young
Fidelity Investment
HSBC
KPMG
PwC
Royal Bank of Scotland.
Many of our students also stay local and find job opportunities regionally in small and medium firms or even set-up their own businesses as well-equipped entrepreneurs.