Accounting & Finance BA/BSc/BAcc
Study of how organisations record, analyse, and manage money, combining the technical skills of accounting with the strategic insights of financial management, investment, and economic decision-making.
Is this for you?
This degree could suit you if you:
Enjoy maths and finance
Want a career in banking or accounting
Like analysing financial data
Are detail-focused
Want strong earning potential
Popular Career Fields
Finance & Banking
Accounting & Auditing
Investment & Asset Management
Consulting
Your Personality Might Be:
Numerically strong
Accounting & Auditing
Analytical mind
Ethical approach
What is it?
What is a degree in Accounting & Finance?
An Accounting & Finance degree explores both the detailed mechanics of financial reporting and the broader financial systems that guide business decisions and investment strategies.
You’ll learn how to prepare and interpret financial statements, analyse performance, assess risk, value companies, and understand how markets operate.
The degree blends theory with applied analytical skills, using real financial data, modelling techniques, and industry-standard tools.
Many programmes offer exemptions from professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, or ICAS, helping students progress faster after graduation.
Why study Accounting & Finance?
If you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and understanding how businesses and markets function, this degree offers a highly employable and respected career route.
It helps you understand:
How financial statements are prepared and analysed
How organisations manage money, budgets, and investment decisions
How financial markets, banks, and investors operate
How risk is assessed and controlled
How to apply financial modelling and data analysis
Accounting & Finance equips you with sought-after quantitative and analytical skills valued across business sectors.
Course Summary
Study of how organisations record, analyse, and manage money, combining the technical skills of accounting with the strategic insights of financial management, investment, and economic decision-making.
What you'll study
Most Accounting & Financial degrees include modules such as:
Financial accounting, reporting, and analysis
Management accounting, budgeting, and cost control
Corporate finance and financial decision-making
Investment analysis, valuation, and portfolio management
Financial markets, institutions, and risk management
Taxation, auditing, and regulatory frameworks
Skills You'll Gain
An Accounting & Finance degree helps you build both analytical and professional skills, including:
Financial and numerical analysis – enabling you to evaluate performance, assess value, and inform decisions.
Accounting and technical expertise – preparing you for professional qualifications and industry roles.
Problem-solving and critical thinking – helping you analyse complex financial data with accuracy.
Communication and reporting skills – supporting clear presentation of financial information to different audiences.
Risk assessment and decision-making – equipping you to understand uncertainty and model financial outcomes.
Pathways, Placements and Work Experience
CAREERS
Career Pathways
Accounting & Finance graduates are highly employable in areas such as:
Audit, tax, and assurance
Corporate finance and financial analysis
Banking, investment management, and securities trading
Management accounting and business planning
Financial consultancy and risk management
Public-sector or not-for-profit finance
Work Experiences & Placements
Opportunities may include:
Accounting firms
Corporate finance teams
Investment firms, banks, or insurance companies
Auditing, tax, or regulatory roles
Public sector finance
SMEs or start-ups
Many students secure placement years that lead to graduate roles.
Salary Profile
Coming soon
Qualifications, Personal Satement, What to do Next?
AM I ELIGIBLE?
Entry Requirements
A-levels or equivalent. Many universities prefer Maths or a numerate subject. Maths, Accounting, Economics, Business, or Further Maths are beneficial.
Personal Statement Tips
Show interest in finance, markets, numbers, or organisational decision-making.
Mention experience such as budgeting, investment simulations, part-time finance roles, or competitions.
Reflect on a financial issue or company that interests you.
Highlight problem-solving, analysis, attention to detail, and motivation.
What to do Next
Check how many exemptions each programme offers.
Decide whether you prefer a more accounting-focused or finance-focused pathway.
Explore placement or internship options.
Practise Excel, financial maths, or introductory accounting skills.
Wider Reading
The Accounting Game – Darrell Mullis & Judith Orloff
A simple, practical introduction to accounting principles.Financial Intelligence – Karen Berman & Joe Knight
A clear guide to understanding company accounts and financial decision-making.The Intelligent Investor – Benjamin Graham
A classic resource on value investing and long-term financial strategy.The Psychology of Money – Morgan Housel
An engaging exploration of how human behaviour shapes financial choices.