Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
The BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance program is designed to empower students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices, equipping them with the analytical skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of accounting.
Why study BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year) at BU?
• Gain a comprehensive overview of the sector in your first year, with the flexibility to transfer to a different specialism within accounting and finance at the end of the year
• Meet industry-leading practitioners...
The BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance program is designed to empower students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices, equipping them with the analytical skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of accounting.
Why study BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year) at BU?
• Gain a comprehensive overview of the sector in your first year, with the flexibility to transfer to a different specialism within accounting and finance at the end of the year
• Meet industry-leading practitioners and professionals through fieldwork, seminars and assessment activities
• Opportunities to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions
• Gain industry experience and enhance your employability by undertaking an optional 30-week placement which can be completed anywhere in the world
- 100% of our graduates are either employed or studying fifteen months after graduating.
This is the foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you with a grounding in the general business and management skills required for accounting and finance, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A58-I52
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
GCSE/National 4/National 5
There are no GCSE requirements. The Foundation Year will cover these skills in preparation for degree study.
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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