Accounting and Finance MSc is a postgraduate degree at Leeds Beckett University, based in Leeds, taught full-time over 1 year. 81% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey.
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About this course
Gain exemptions from some professional accounting exams on this accredited course. You’ll build expertise in contemporary accounting techniques and practices.
As part of this course, you’ll:
- Study contemporary accounting issues, techniques and practices
- Explore the theoretical principles of accounting theory
- Understand issues and challenges faced by companies when applying accountancy theory in modern day business
- Gain professional accounting exam exemptions on successful completion
Accounting examination exemptions
On completion of this course, you’ll be able to apply for the following exemptions from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA):
- Business and Technology
- Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Corporate and Business Law
You may also be eligible for the following exemptions from ACCA:
- Performance Management
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Management
You’ll be eligible to apply for the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Gateway examination.
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Your academic community
You’ll study in the heart of Leeds, one of the UK's largest financial centres outside London. The vibrant academic community you’ll join includes tutors with a wealth of academic expertise and extensive practical and professional experience.
Your learning
Your course will enable you to practise applying your theoretical knowledge. You’ll develop the transferable skills you’ll need for the global workplace. You’ll learn through a variety of teaching and assessment methods.
Why study Accounting and Finance at Leeds Beckett University...
- Professional accreditations
- Part-time study available
- Real-life projects
- Access to a wide range of university facilities and resources
- Opportunities to obtain insight through Leeds Business School guest lectures
Accredited by ACCA
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: MSc
Location: Leeds
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: MSc
Location: Leeds
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Course Details
- Qualification
- MSc
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Leeds
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ