Accounting and Finance (with Foundation Year)
University of Central LancashireAccounting and Finance (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time over 4 years. 91% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £23,500 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.
A-Level Entry
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Typical offer · UCAS
UCAS Points
64 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
90.61%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£23,500
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
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
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 5 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Preston
Avg. grad pay (5y): £23,500
Duration: 4 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
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Preston
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £23,500
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ