Accounting and Finance

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Accounting and financeEconomicsFinance

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

104 - 112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£23,500

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

    A-Level Grades See 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. Salary: £23,500

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £23,500

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1131 Financial managers and directors
    2421 Chartered and certified accountants
    3533 Financial and accounting technicians
    3534 Financial accounts managers
    4124 Finance officers
    2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £23,500