A levels, AAB
Access to Higher Education Diploma, 36 credits at Distinction and 9 credits at Merit or higher
BTEC National Extended Diploma, DDD
Cambridge Pre-U, D3, D3, M2
European Baccalaureate, 80% overall
International Baccalaureate, 35 points
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:
IELTS (Academic and Indicator), 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component
C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, 176, with a minimum of 169 in each component
Duolingo, 110 overall, with a minimum of 100 in each component
GCSE/IGCSE/O level English Language (as a first or second language), Grade C
LanguageCert International ESOL SELT, B2 Communicator High Pass with a minimum score of 33/50 in each component
PTE Academic, 61, with a minimum of 55 in each component
TOEFL, 87 overall, with a minimum of 21 in each component
Trinity ISE III, Merit in all components
Accounting is the language of business. It gives managers, investors and governments the information they need to make financially-sound decisions.
In the increasingly complex modern business environment, there is a high demand for skilled professionals who can work flexibly in teams across business boundaries. You’ll need strategic focus and the ability to influence decision making and apply judgement responsibly.
This course places accounting and finance skills in a broader business context. You’ll gain the technical skills and problem solving abilities you might expect from an accounting and finance programme, but will have also have the opportunity to develop strong communication skills, a broad commercial awareness and a critical approach to business problems.
Accredited by a number of professional bodies, this academically challenging and vocationally relevant degree is an ideal stepping stone into careers in accountancy and management.
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Year 1
Year 1 introduces you to business and management, and some of the key concepts and techniques used in accounting and finance. Modules will give you a broad overview of topics you can study in more detail in later years. You'll also learn important skills for accountancy and statistical analysis.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Introduction to Management and Professional Development
Foundations of Business Ethics
Financial Accounting
Quantitative Methods
Business Economics
Finance Fundamentals
Management Accounting
Academic integrity module
In addition to the above you will also need to complete our online Academic Integrity module.
Year 2
In Year 2 you'll develop your understanding further, and explore some new areas of study. You'll learn new research techniques, become familiar with important business processes, and apply your practical skills in planning and problem-solving.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Advanced Quantitative Methods
Corporate Finance
Financial Reporting
Business Planning
Strategic Management
Intermediate Management Accounting
Auditing
Corporate Governance
You can also choose to add a placement in industry before your final year.
Year 3
In your final year you can choose option modules to develop new skills, take a closer look at topics you're familiar with, or investigate an interesting subject in detail.
Be aware that the modules you choose may affect which professional accreditations you qualify for.
Core modules
You will take core modules which may include:
Advanced Financial Reporting
Capital Markets
Critical Perspectives on Accounting and Finance
Management Accounting and Control Systems
Option modules
You will take a selection of option modules, examples of which may include:
Company Law
Strategic Management of Risk
Taxation Systems
Behavioural Finance
Financial Econometrics
Real Options Valuation
International and Comparative Employment Relations
Decision and Information Analysis
Business Consultancy Project
Corporate Governance and Accountability in the International Economy
Managing for Diversity
Dissertation
The dissertation is completed over the whole year. If you choose to undertake a dissertation you will not take additional option modules.
A dissertation draws on the knowledge and skills you have developed throughout your degree. You'll collect and analyse empirical data to illuminate or solve a complex issue or problem in the field of accounting, business finance and management. You'll write a longer and more complex document, sustaining a well-reasoned argument and drawing sound conclusions.
Accountant
Analyst
Auditor
Business consultant
CEO
Financial advisory associate
HR executive graduate
Investment banker
Police officer
Tax consultant
Technology consultant
Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
