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BSc in Accounting and Finance

University of Leicester, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Whether you want to reach the top of an organization, start your own business, or make a difference in the voluntary sector, there are specially designed programs and activities at Leicester that will support you in gaining the right skills, experiences, and exposures you need. Employability is embedded in our courses, offering a year-in-industry opportunity. In addition, the School of Business has a dedicated Careers Team who works to ensure you get support to achieve your aspirations.

We work with the Leicester Innovation Hub to launch great ideas and provide dedicated incubation and innovation space, making it easier for students and companies to utilize innovation support, expertise, and facilities. We also have a student entrepreneurship academic lead who provides links with our students and the Innovation Hub. Support is available through the innovation hub whilst you study with us and after you graduate.

General Eligibility

A/AS-levels: ABB. All subjects accepted. Two AS-levels may be considered in place of one A-level.

EPQ with A-levels: BBB + EPQ at grade B.

GCSE: Maths at grade B (5) plus English Language at grade C (4).

Access to HE Diploma: Pass relevant diploma with 45 credits at Level 3, including 30 credits at Distinction.

International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points overall, including a minimum of grade 5 in SL Maths Analysis and Approach, grade 4 in HL Maths, or grade 6 in SL Maths Application and Interpretation if not held at GCSE.

BTEC Nationals: Full Diploma with DDD, Diploma in Business preferred.

T Levels: Distinction in either: Accounting or Finance (plus GCSE Maths in grade 5 and English language in grade 4)

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Financial Accounting

  • Economics for Accounting and Finance

  • Management for Accounting and Finance

  • Maths for Accounting and Finance

  • Introduction to Management Accounting

  • Introduction to Finance

  • Law and Ethics for Accounting and Finance

  • Statistics for Accounting and Finance

2 Year 2

Core modules

  • Financial Reporting

  • Professional Skills Development

  • Corporate Finance

  • Investment Management

  • Intermediate Management Accounting

  • Research Methods in Accounting and Finance

  • Audit and Assurance

Option modules

  • Finance for SMEs

  • Corporate Governance

  • Derivatives

3 Year 3
  • Introduction to the Year in Industry program

  • Researching opportunities

  • Making successful applications

  • Effective interview techniques

  • Preparing for my Year in Industry

4 Year 4

Core modules

  • Advanced Financial Reporting

  • Contemporary Issues in Accounting and Finance

  • Financial Statement Analysis for Investors

  • FinTech, AI, and Blockchain

  • Plus, either a Dissertation or Research Project

Option modules

  • Quantitative Finance

  • Public Sector and Non-profit Accounting

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. You may need to prove your English ability if your first language is not English. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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