ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
In 2024, recruitment activity in accounting and finance is growing within sectors such as commerce, media, and technology, with a 25% increase in roles year-over-year in these industries (Morgan McKinley, 2024). Build all-around business knowledge, gain expertise in accounting and finance, and learn transferable professional and managerial techniques with our BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance (Top-up) programme. This course provides excellent preparation for a career in finance, banking, government, and general business leadership.
Take your future career to the next level by studying this accounting and finance course.
- Learn about contemporary issues in accounting and finance
- Boost your personal and career progression options with employability and academic-focused modules
- Top up your existing qualification to a UK honours degree with direct entry onto Level 5 or 6
- The Newcastle Business School is part of a select group of business schools worldwide, following accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in business and accounting – the first in Europe to gain the double accreditation
Level of study: Undergraduate degree
Entry requirements: Entry points directly onto Year 2 and 3 available
English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 with no single element below 5.5, or equivalent
Duration: 1-2 years (depending on entry point)
Location: London
Start dates: January, September
What will I study?
The BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance programme has been designed specifically to provide you with first-hand experience of financial market facilities and the chance to touch real-time data taught by experts from the accounting and finance industry.
The programme makes use of appropriate technologies to support and enhance your learning experience. These technologies include an online learning platform that provides access and supporting learning materials, where appropriate lecture capture is used to support and review your learning. Additional materials include an online reading list and guidance and direction for your independent learning.
What career can I pursue?
A significant 88% of finance employers reported experiencing skill shortages, particularly in credit management, part-qualified accountancy, and qualified accountancy roles (Accountancy Careers, 2024).
Graduates of this programme are well placed to progress into accounting and finance roles, including training contracts with leading accounting practices. After your studies, you can head-start a career in accounting and finance, both in the UK and around the world. Typical jobs include:
- Consulting Financial Analyst
- Bank Branch Manager
- Banking Analyst
- Global Commodity Manager
- Asset Liability Manager