Accounting and Financial Studies (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

Foundation Year degree courses are ideal if you’ve got the ability to study for a degree, but don’t have the necessary formal qualifications to directly join an honours programme. It’s entirely unique, and a great stepping stone to degree study.

Why study with us

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

  • You’ll get the opportunity to further develop your employability by taking a 48-week paid placement, in accountancy, business and public sector environments.

  • Strong links with industry which enhance learning and employment opportunities

    What you’ll do

  • The businesses we work with offer internships, placements, live projects and mentors, so you’ll gain excellent practical experience.

  • You’ll have the option to study abroad after Year 1, or undertake a placement at the end of Year 2: a 48-week paid placement within industry helps you to put theory into practice, working in a professional business environment.

  • Attend guest speaker events from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and Chartered Institute of Marketing (CiM).

    Accreditations

    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.

    Future careers

    The businesses we work with offer internships, placements, live projects and mentors, so you’ll gain excellent practical experience. Accounting & Financial Studies 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

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

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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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