BA Hons Accounting and Finance
London, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 up to 6 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 17,000 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time international| home £9,250 per year; part-time international £4,250 per 30 credits | home £2,312 per 30 credits
Introduction
Study accounting and finance degree in London for opportunities with firms in the City and Canary Wharf and accreditation from 6 professional accounting bodies.
The modules on our accounting and finance degree include auditing, banking, taxation, and strategic financial management, so you'll gain the right skills and knowledge to kick-start your career. Recent Greenwich accounting and finance graduates have joined KPMG, Grant Thornton, and Barclays Investment Bank.
The course is accredited by 6 accounting professional bodies, including full professional level exemption from the ACCA, full exemption from the operational level of the CIMA qualification, and 7 ICAEW papers.
What you should know about this course
- It's ideal for budding mathematicians who love working with numbers and who have what it takes to become a chief financial officer
- This accredited degree increases your career potential within the field of accountancy
- TOP 10 Overall for Accounting & Finance in London (The Complete University Guide League Tables 2024)
- TOP 10 for student satisfaction in Accounting & Finance subjects in London (The Complete University Guide League Tables 2024)
- TOP 10 for graduate prospects in Accounting & Finance subjects in London (The Complete University Guide League Tables 2024)
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Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive.
EU students may be eligible for a bursary to support their studies. View our EU bursary to find out more.
Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management, and financial hardship.
Curriculum
Full time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Introduction to Financial Accounting (30 credits)
- Introduction to Management Accounting (30 credits)
- Personal and Professional Development 1 (Accounting) (15 credits)
- Quantitative Methods (15 credits)
- Introduction to Finance and Economics (30 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Management Accounting (30 credits)
- Financial Accounting (30 credits)
- Future Paths
- Business and Company Law (30 credits)
- Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Accounting Information Systems (30 credits)
- Taxation (30 credits)
- Banking: Principles, Practice, and Regulation (30 credits)
Year 3
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Advanced Management Accounting (15 credits)
- Advanced Financial Accounting (15 credits)
- Finance (30 credits)
- Strategic Financial Management (30 credits)
- Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Ethics and Corporate Governance (30 credits)
- Audit and Assurance (30 credits)
- Financial Business Intelligence (30 credits)
- Managing Business Processes with SAP (30 credits)
Part-time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Introduction to Financial Accounting (30 credits)
- Personal and Professional Development 1 (Accounting) (15 credits)
- Quantitative Methods (15 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Introduction to Management Accounting (30 credits)
- Introduction to Finance and Economics (30 credits)
Year 3
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Future Paths
- Business and Company Law (30 credits)
- Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Accounting Information Systems (30 credits)
- Taxation (30 credits)
- Banking: Principles, Practice, and Regulation (30 credits)
Year 4
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Management Accounting (30 credits)
- Financial Accounting (30 credits)
Year 5
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Advanced Management Accounting (15 credits)
- Advanced Financial Accounting (15 credits)
- Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Ethics and Corporate Governance (30 credits)
- Audit and Assurance (30 credits)
- Financial Business Intelligence (30 credits)
- Managing Business Processes with SAP (30 credits)
Year 6
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Finance (30 credits)
- Strategic Financial Management (30 credits)
Sandwich
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Introduction to Financial Accounting (30 credits)
- Introduction to Management Accounting (30 credits)
- Personal and Professional Development 1 (Accounting) (15 credits)
- Quantitative Methods (15 credits)
- Introduction to Finance and Economics (30 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Management Accounting (30 credits)
- Financial Accounting (30 credits)
- Future Paths
- Business and Company Law (30 credits)
- Placement Preparation (Business School)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Accounting Information Systems (30 credits)
- Taxation (30 credits)
- Banking: Principles, Practice and Regulation (30 credits)
Year 3
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Business Placement (One year) (30 credits)
- Work Placement (Business School)
Year 4
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Advanced Management Accounting (15 credits)
- Advanced Financial Accounting (15 credits)
- Business Placement (One year) (30 credits)
- Finance (30 credits)
- Strategic Financial Management (30 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Ethics and Corporate Governance (30 credits)
- Audit and Assurance (30 credits)
- Financial Business Intelligence (30 credits)
- Managing Business Processes with SAP (30 credits)
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Will I have a work placement?
Work placements are optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university.
Former students of the accounting and finance course have secured placements at IBM, Northern Trust, Goldman Sachs, Lawrence Grant Solicitors, and Currency Exchange Corporations Ltd.
How long is my placement?
Work placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. You take this between the second and third years of study.
What are the financial arrangements?
UK placement annual salaries range between £13,000-£18,000 pro rata. Some charity/voluntary work organizations offer travel costs and lunch expenses in lieu of a full salary.
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Graduates entering the accountancy profession may go into public practice by joining an accountancy firm.
This can offer you the experience of working with multiple clients across various industries or the opportunity to specialize, for example, in auditing, stockbroking, or consultancy.
Recent positions secured by our graduates include assurance associate at Grant Thornton, financial modeler at KPMG, and counter risk trader at Barclays Investment Bank.
Are internships available?
Internships are optional, and last for a minimum of six weeks. Gain a Certificate in Professional Practice and valuable employment experience before graduating.
Do you provide employability services?
Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential. Services include:
- CV, cover letter, and interview tips
- Careers fairs
- Overseas exchange
- Mentoring