Accounting and Finance

University of Central Lancashire

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Accounting and financeEconomicsFinance

Accounting and Finance BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £23,500 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

104 - 112 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£23,500

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Course Overview

Our Accounting and Finance degree will prepare you for a successful career in the accounting profession.

Why study with us

- This course covers the same content as some of the chartered accountancy exams. This means that you can be exempt from professional body exams, enabling you to become a professional in a shorter amount of time.

- You'll have access to SAP and SAGE world-renowned software providers.

- This course is accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

What you'll do

- You'll get access to a range of high quality learning resources.

- You have the option of spending your second year studying at our Cyprus campus. And, in your third year you’ll get the chance to put theory into practice by taking on a 48-week paid industry placement in the UK or overseas.

- You’ll also get the opportunity to attend practical Sage and SAP workshops.

Accreditations
- This course is accredited by the ICAEW, which ensures that members have the skills, knowledge and influence to help build economies that are sustainable, accountable and fair.

- This course is accredited by the CIMA, the world's largest professional body of management accountants, which provides relevant training and finance qualifications for business.

- This course is accredited by the ACCA, the global body for professional accountants, who provide a gateway to careers in accountancy, finance, business and management.

Future Careers
Many of our graduates go on to become professional accountants. They also work as finance officers in industry, commerce and the public sector. Others have become managers and consultants at medium and large enterprises.

Our former students have worked for leading businesses. These include BAE Systems, PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG and Hewlett Packard.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 112 points
BTEC DMM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Sandwich

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Preston

Avg. grad pay (5y): £23,500

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Preston

Avg. grad pay (5y): £23,500

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Preston
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance
Avg. Graduate Salary
£23,500