The BSc (Hons) Accounting & Financial Management is a 4-year program that includes a Foundation Year. If you’re aiming for a career in accounting and financial management or dreaming of starting your own successful business, a strong grasp of numbers is crucial. This degree will equip you with a solid understanding of contemporary principles, theories, and practical skills essential for success in the dynamic field of accounting and financial management.
Course Overview
Our industry-focused program offers a degree in Accounting and Finance designed to prepare you for a professional, managerial, or entrepreneurial career. You’ll gain highly sought-after skills that employers value, paving the way for career advancement and growth.
Through a blend of theoretical learning and practical application, you’ll explore a wide range of topics, including financial reporting, managerial accounting, audit and assurance, taxation, law, and corporate finance.
Graduates of this course are eligible for exemptions from the Institute of Financial Accountants, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, and The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants when applying for membership.
The foundation year will set you up for university-level study, introducing you to essential accounting and financial management concepts needed to thrive in the program.
Studying at this level will provide you with transferable skills applicable in any career, whether you aim to ascend the corporate ladder in accounting and financial management or make your mark as an entrepreneur.
What insights into the working world will enhance your career prospects?
How do you handle accounting and financial responsibilities in a business?
Which business principles and theories have the most significant financial impact?
Our Accounting and Financial Management degree will equip you with both foundational and specialized knowledge to help you build a successful career aligned with your aspirations.
-Intakes:September, January, June
-Duration: 4 Years
-Awarding Institution: Canterbury Christ Church University
-Awarded Degree: BSc (Hons) Accounting & Financial Management
-Delivery: Weekdays, evenings and weekends
-Locations: London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds
-Fees: TBA
Curriculum
Year 0 (Foundation)
– Academic Skills for Higher Education (0 credits)
– Business and Ethical Awareness in the Financial Workplace (0 credits)
– Introduction to Communication and Digital Skills (0 credits)
– Introduction to Financial Accounting and Management (0 credits)
– Introduction to Management Accounting (0 credits)
– Foundation Year Project (0 credits)
Year 1
– Dynamic Business Environment (20 credits)
– Financial Accounting (20 credits)
– Fundamental of Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility in Accounting and Financial Management (20 credits)
– Introduction to Business Accounting (20 credits)
– Management Accounting 1 (20 credits)
– Professional Accountant and IT Systems (20 credits)
Year 2
– Business and Corporate Law (20 credits)
– Corporate Governance & Leadership (20 credits)
– Financial Reporting (20 credits)
– Management Accounting 2 (20 credits)
– Performance Management (20 credits)
– Research Methods (20 credits)
Year 3
Mandatory Modules:
– Audit and Assurance (20 credits)
– Contemporary Issues in Accountings and Finance (20 credits)
– Financial Management (20 credits)
– UK Taxation (20 credits)
Option 1:
– Dissertation (40 credits)
Option 2:
– Business Ethics (20 credits)
– Research Project (20 credits)
Entry Requirement
Standard Entry Requirements (Under 21 years old)
– 80 UCAS tariff points or equivalent qualifications (e.g., a 60-credit Level 3 qualification).
– 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent qualifications.
Applicants Aged 21 and Over
Applicants aged 21 and above who do not meet the standard entry requirements may still be considered based on relevant life or work experience that demonstrates their suitability for our Foundation programme.
All Applicants
All candidates must undergo an assessment by the GBS admissions team, which includes an interview to evaluate listening and speaking skills, a numeracy test, and a written component through a personal reflection statement.
Required Process:
– Complete the application form
– Submit a supervised personal reflection statement
– Take the numeracy test
– Attend a personal interview
Fees & Funding
Funding Your Studies
You can seek assistance with your fees from the government by visiting [www.gov.uk/studentfinance]. This support may include a Tuition Fee Loan, Maintenance Loan, or Maintenance Grant.
A Tuition Fee Loan covers your upfront fees and is paid directly to your university or college. You will need to repay this loan after you complete your course and begin earning £26,575 or more per year. Both full-time and part-time students are eligible to apply.
If you qualify, you can also apply for a Maintenance Loan, which is deposited into your bank account at the start of each term. This loan must be repaid once you leave your course and your earnings exceed £26,575. For more details, please visit www.gov.uk/studentfinance.
Maintenance Grants are also paid directly to your bank account at the start of term. Unlike loans, these grants do not need to be repaid; however, any amount received will reduce the total Maintenance Loan you can apply for.
New students must demonstrate residency in the UK for five years prior to the start of their course to be eligible for living cost support from Student Finance England.
