Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year)

Bournemouth University

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Sandwich including foundation year 5 Years Accounting and financeEconomicsFinance

Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Bournemouth University, based in Poole, taught sandwich including foundation year over 5 years. Graduates earn £25,500 on average 15 months after finishing. Entry requires around 48 - 72 UCAS points.

UCAS Points

48 - 72 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£25,500

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

The BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance program is designed to empower students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices, equipping them with the analytical skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of accounting.

Why study BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year) at BU?

- Gain a comprehensive overview of the sector in your first year, with the flexibility to transfer to a different specialism within accounting and finance at the end of the year

- Meet industry-leading practitioners and professionals through fieldwork, seminars and assessment activities

- Opportunities to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions

- Gain industry experience and enhance your employability by undertaking an optional 30-week placement which can be completed anywhere in the world

- 94% of our graduates are either employed or studying fifteen months after graduating

This is the foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you with a grounding in the general business and management skills required for accounting and finance, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 48 - 72 points

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Sandwich including foundation year Shown above

Duration: 5 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Poole

Avg. grad pay (5y): £25,500

Full-time including foundation year

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Poole

Avg. grad pay (5y): £25,500

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
Sandwich including foundation year
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Poole
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance
Avg. Graduate Salary
£25,500