Accounting

Edge Hill University

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

Accounting BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Edge Hill University, based in Ormskirk, taught full-time over 3 years. 94% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £21,500 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BBC - BBB.

A-Level Entry

BBC - BBB

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

112 - 120 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

94.04%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£21,500

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Take your first step on the pathway to becoming a qualified accountant, gaining exemptions from the main accountancy professional bodies. Our accounting degree offers the opportunity to flex your financial knowledge and help businesses get the best from their balance sheet.

Every successful business depends on strong accountancy skills. This accounting degree covers the principles of current accounting practice and deepens your commercial awareness. You’ll gain practical, real-world experience that develops your knowledge of businesses operations and boosts your employability.

Our accounting degree is accredited by the main accountancy professional bodies, including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) and the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA).

Immerse yourself in the theories and concepts of accounting and enhance your IT skills. You’ll learn about essential accounting software and obtain your International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) and Sage certificates.

When you complete your degree, you’ll have combined theory and practical exercises to understand finance in today’s business world. Guest speakers from the accounting professional bodies will also provide guidance for employment.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBC - BBB
UCAS Tariff Points 112 - 120 points
BTEC DMM

Career Prospects

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Course Details

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

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Ormskirk
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance
Avg. Graduate Salary
£21,500