BSc (Hons) Accountancy & Finance

Applicants will need 64 UCAS Tariff Points or above from one or more of the following:

• A levels
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma/Certificate
• BTEC National Award/Certificate/Diploma
• International Baccalaureate
• Access to Higher Education Diploma (minimum 30 credits at Merit or above)
• GCSE English Language and Mathematics at Grade C (old specification) or Grade 4 (new specification) or above OR a Level 2 equivalent such as Functional Skills

For any qualification not identified above the HE Admission Team will determine equivalences through UK ENIC. 
Applicants wishing to be considered for entry to the second year of study or wishing to import credits or evidence of prior learning into the course for which they are applying will be considered in accordance with the awarding bodies policy on Accreditation of Prior (Experiential) Learning.

Applications from mature students who do not possess the entry requirements as listed above but who possess related professional experience or professional qualifications are welcome to apply. You will need to demonstrate by interview exceptional entry portfolio (this is likely to include evidence of paid or unpaid work experience) and/or written assessment that you are suitable for the course. In the first instance we suggest you contact the admissions team to discuss your application.

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service):

An enhanced DBS check may be required as part of your work placement and must be paid for by the student. The current cost is £49.50. Applicants who have lived overseas will be required to provide a criminal record check or certificate of good conduct from their country or countries of residence before starting the course. Further information about the DBS process, including how and when to apply, will be provided by the University.

Contact hours: 13 hours per week plus approximately 30 hours independent study per week recommended. 

Teaching is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars and workshops, helping you develop subject knowledge, practical skills and independent learning. You will have access to a range of study resources, including the library, online learning materials, the Learning Resource Centre and The Forum.

You will receive regular feedback through one-to-one sessions with lecturers, formal coursework assessments and dissertation supervision meetings. Feedback may be provided through written comments, recorded verbal feedback or group critiques, helping you develop your skills and achieve your full potential.

The cost of this course is £9,790 for 2027 entry. 

The course is eligible for funding through Student Loans England, subject to status.

This qualification can lead to a wide range of careers within accounting, finance and business. ACCA exemptions for selected modules can support a faster route to professional qualifications and roles such as Chartered Accountant, Certified Accountant, Financial Accounts Manager, Payroll Manager and other business and finance positions.