BA(Hons) Accounting, Finance and Economics Foundation Year

Course Overview

The Accounting, Finance, and Economics Foundation Year aims to provide you with an understanding of the wider financial world. You will then learn how to apply this knowledge to real-world examples. Over the course of the year, you will be challenged to analyze and interpret financial data, tackle real-life organizational issues and build the fundamental skills required in the industry. You will conduct a collaborative research project to enhance your understanding further of contemporary issues in accounting, finance, and economics. You will develop the academic skills and business awareness to begin applying basic business principles to solve real-world problems. You will join the Newcastle Business School, which holds double accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in business and accounting. This accreditation reflects our academic excellence and commitment to developing individuals to achieve their potential through professionally relevant, research engaged education.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff points, Students, will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4 or C, or the equivalent,

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).