Accounting and Finance (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Accounting and financeEconomicsFinance

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

64 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£23,500

About this course

Course Overview

Our Accounting & Finance Foundation Year is one the best pathways into the accounting profession.

Why study with us

  • ACCA is the fastest growing, most supportive gateway to your career in accountancy, finance, business and management.

  • An ACCA Qualification is recognised in 181 countries – you’ll have the skills and experience to build a successful career anywhere in the world.

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

    What you'll do

  • As well as learning theory, you’ll get hands-on with practical Sage and SAP workshops in Years 1-3.

  • Take an optional 48-week paid placement within industry in Year 3, putting theory into practice in a professional business environment.

  • You’ll have the option to study at our Cyprus Campus on completion of Year 2.

    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

    Accounting and Finance Foundation Year can lead to a career in industry, commerce and the public sector as accountants or finance officers.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 64 points
    BTEC MPP

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £23,500

    Sandwich including foundation year

    Duration: 5 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £23,500

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    4124 Finance officers
    1131 Financial managers and directors
    3534 Financial accounts managers
    3533 Financial and accounting technicians
    3531 Brokers
    2421 Chartered and certified accountants

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

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

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    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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