Accounting and Finance (with Integrated Foundation Year and Placement Year)

This integrated programme is designed to prepare and support you for a career in accounting, finance and the wider business sector. From the moment you enrol, you will begin developing the knowledge and skills needed to understand how financial information supports decision-making in organisations.

In the first year, you will build a strong foundation for studying at university level. You will develop key academic and professional skills such as communication, numeracy, critical thinking and independent learning, while exploring contemporary issues affecting organisations and the global economy. Through project work and practical activities, you will begin to interpret financial information, analyse data and develop your problem-solving skills.

As you progress, you will explore accounting and finance in greater depth, including areas such as financial reporting, management accounting, auditing, taxation and corporate finance. You will develop your understanding of how financial information is used to assess performance and support strategic decision-making.

The programme prepares you for a wide range of careers in accounting, finance and business, and provides a strong foundation for further professional study.

In the first year of the programme, you will build a strong foundation for studying accounting and finance at university level. You will develop key academic and professional skills such as numeracy, communication, critical thinking and independent learning, while being introduced to how financial information is used in organisations. Through project work and practical activities, you will begin to analyse data, interpret financial information and develop your problem-solving skills.

The programme uses a range of teaching methods including lectures, seminars and workshops, where you will explore key concepts and apply them to real-world examples, including financial scenarios and case studies. You will be supported to develop your academic skills and approach to learning.

As you progress, you will explore accounting and finance in greater depth, developing your ability to evaluate financial performance, interpret data and support decision-making in a business context.

The University of Bradford is a place where great things happen. Expect a welcoming city centre campus, approachable lecturers, understanding and helpful support services, a lively community of sports and societies, and a culturally diverse city right on your doorstep. The Students’ Union is there for you from day one and offers loads of societies to help you get involved and make you feel at home.

All degrees at Bradford are geared towards employability. They're designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and practical training to make you feel confident, competent and ready to leave your mark on the world.

You can become the very best version of yourself at Bradford. You'll be supported every step of the way to make sure you reach your full potential, both academically and personally.

At Bradford, you get a real-world education, and you'll develop the skills that employers actually need. Bradford encourages students to undertake placement years to gain experience, and while at the university, you'll have access to renowned lecturers and cutting-edge facilities.