Accounting with Foundation Year

• Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) • #8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024) • Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)

About this course

Gain the techniques and experience needed for a firm understanding of accounting through practice-based learning, networking and paid industry placements.

During the foundation year, you’ll gain the academic and practical experience you need to help you get the most out of your degree and the subject-specific modules will give you a strong introduction of what you’ll learn.

Skills

As you develop your accounting knowledge and skills, you'll gain the confidence to solve problems and be able to clearly articulate your increasing ability to add value to an organisation in in our rapidly changing world.

With our BSc Accounting, you’ll apply contemporary research and the latest thinking to current accounting issues, including: Digital commerce, Data analysis and Global business environment. You’ll learn how to identify, add value and make an impact. We’ll also help you to increase your employability through annual Business Readiness modules.

Career opportunities

With its optional paid work placement and accreditation with the ACCA and CIMA, our BSc Accounting degree is the ideal launchpad for careers in accounting and finance, including: Chartered Accountant, Compliance Officer, Forensic Accountant and Tax Advisor.

Wherever you want to go in the future, you’ll be preparing for the world of work from day one at Roehampton, with regular access to:

• Employability events • Guest industry speakers • Networking opportunities • Personalised mentoring and careers support

You’ll graduate ready to grab every opportunity that comes your way.