Academic Skills DevelopmentIntroduction to Accounting and FinanceMathematics and Statistics for FinanceStudy Skills for Higher EducationPersonal and Professional Development

Financial Accounting PrinciplesManagement AccountingBusiness Law and EthicsIntroduction to EconomicsAcademic Skills for Accounting and FinanceWork-Based Project

Advanced Financial AccountingCorporate FinanceTaxation and Audit PrinciplesManagement Accounting for Decision MakingResearch Methods for Accounting and FinanceApplied Project

Strategic Financial ManagementAdvanced Auditing and Risk ManagementFinancial Analysis and ReportingCorporate Governance and EthicsDissertation / Research ProjectProfessional Development in Accounting and Finance

BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Foundation Year

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BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Foundation Year

This four-year BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Foundation Year programme is designed to give students a solid academic and professional foundation before progressing to degree-level study. The foundation year develops essential skills in mathematics, accounting principles, business studies, and academic techniques, ensuring readiness for advanced topics in accounting and finance.

The degree covers core areas such as financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, auditing, corporate finance, and financial analysis. Through practical projects and case studies, students build critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Graduates are prepared for careers in accounting, finance, and business management, as well as further professional or postgraduate qualifications.

Academic Journey

Duration: 4 years (Full-time)

Inside the Learning Segments

Foundation Year

Academic Skills Development
Introduction to Accounting and Finance
Mathematics and Statistics for Finance
Study Skills for Higher Education
Personal and Professional Development

Year 1 (Level 4)

Financial Accounting Principles
Management Accounting
Business Law and Ethics
Introduction to Economics
Academic Skills for Accounting and Finance
Work-Based Project

Year 2 (Level 5)

Advanced Financial Accounting
Corporate Finance
Taxation and Audit Principles
Management Accounting for Decision Making
Research Methods for Accounting and Finance
Applied Project

Year 3 (Level 6)

Strategic Financial Management
Advanced Auditing and Risk Management
Financial Analysis and Reporting
Corporate Governance and Ethics
Dissertation / Research Project
Professional Development in Accounting and Finance

Academic Qualifications: Level 3 qualification or equivalent
Work Experience: Relevant experience may be considered via non-standard entry routes
English Proficiency: Equivalent to GCSE English Grade C/4 or CEFR B2
Mature Applicants: Assessed based on work or vocational experience if no formal qualifications
Interview: Academic interview required

Discover Your Career Direction

Graduates develop strong analytical, financial, and decision-making skills, preparing them for careers in accounting, finance, and related business sectors. The combination of foundation and degree-level study ensures practical competence and academic readiness, enabling graduates to contribute effectively in financial operations, audits, and strategic planning.

Career routes
Graduates often pursue roles such as:

Graduates also have pathways to postgraduate study or professional accounting qualifications.

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