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BSc (Hons) Accounting and
Financial Management
Duration
4 years full time
Enrollment
June, September, January
Awarding Body
Canterbury Christ Church University
Delivery
Weekdays,Weekends
Course overview
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Our industry-focussed programme delivers an accounting and finance degree that prepares you for a professional, managerial or business career. It will equip you with the highly-sought employability skills that employers are looking for, opening up opportunities for career progression and development.
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Combining theoretical learning and practical knowhow, you'll build knowledge on a wide range of accounting and finance-related topics. These include financial reporting, managerial accounting, audit and assurance, taxation, law and corporate finance.
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The Institute of Financial Accountants, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants offer graduates of this course exemptions when applying for membership.
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The foundation year will prepare you for university-level study and introduce you to the key accounting and financial management contexts and concepts you'll need to progress through the rest of the course.
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Committing to study at degree level will give you transferrable skills that can be applied in any career context, whether that's climbing the corporate ladder in the accounting and financial management world, or having an impact as an entrepreneur.
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What insights into the world of work will grow your career prospects?
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How do you manage accounting and financial requirements when running a business?
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Which business principles and theories have the greatest financial impact?
Our accounting and financial management degree will give you the foundational and specific accounting and financial knowledge to build a successful career that matches your goals.
Entry Requirements
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Applicants Must be Aged 18+ and:
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Have a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to either 60 credits or 80 UCAS tariff points)
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Have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above or equivalent.
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Be assessed via an interview for listening, speaking, numeracy and writing (more details shown in ‘Next steps’ section).
Applicants Aged 21+:
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We welcome applications from students 21+ who do not match the standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate willingness and commitment to studying this subject, and who can evidence academic, professional or vocational experience in a related field.
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Be assessed via an interview for listening, speaking, and writing
Career Prospects
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A BSc (Hons) in Accounting and Financial Management offers strong career prospects in various sectors, including finance, banking, corporate management, and consultancy. Here are some key career paths:
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1. Accounting & Auditing Roles
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Chartered Accountant (CA) – After obtaining ACCA, CPA, or ICAEW qualifications.
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Auditor – Working in internal or external audits, ensuring compliance.
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Tax Consultant – Advising businesses on tax laws and optimization.
2. Financial Management & Analysis
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Financial Analyst – Analyzing financial data for investment decisions.
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Management Accountant – Handling internal financial planning for companies.
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Treasury Analyst – Managing liquidity, cash flow, and financial risk.
3. Banking & Investment
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Investment Banker – Assisting companies with mergers, acquisitions, and capital raising.
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Commercial Banker – Managing loans, credit, and financial services.
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Wealth Manager – Advising high-net-worth individuals on investments.
4. Corporate Finance & Risk Management
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Risk Analyst – Assessing financial risks for businesses.
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Compliance Officer – Ensuring regulatory compliance in financial institutions.
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Forensic Accountant – Investigating financial fraud and irregularities.
5. Consultancy & Entrepreneurship
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Financial Consultant – Advising businesses on financial strategies.
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Business Analyst – Working on operational improvements based on financial insights.
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Entrepreneur – Starting a finance-related business or firm.
Further Education & Certifications
To enhance career opportunities, consider professional certifications such as:
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ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
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CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants)
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CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)
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CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
Teaching and Assessment
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This MSC course will provide you with opportunities to test your knowledge and understanding informally through ‘formative’ assessment. Formative assessment will be completed before your formal ‘summative’ assessment, which will determine your final marks.
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Each module normally contains at least one piece of formative assessment from which you will receive feedback from your course team. Formative assessments are purely for developmental purposes and do not count towards your final module mark. They are designed to help you to gain more knowledge and confidence in the module material and approaches to formal assessment. Students who do not engage with informal assessments often struggle with Foundation Year progression, as well as with the academic levels above.
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The formal summative assessment usually occurs towards the end of each module. Assessment methods may include written examinations and a range of coursework, including reports, portfolios, essays and presentations. The marks awarded for summative assessments count towards your final module mark. Assessment methods at MSC are reviewed annually and may be updated in consultation with students, for example in response to student or External Examiner feedback. An External Examiner is an independent academic expert from another higher education provider, and they are appointed by the Canterbury Christ Church University to provide external assurance regarding the academic standards of your course.
Programme fees information
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Please be aware that fees are subject to change. Following the recent government announcement, the undergraduate tuition fees for UK students starting in the 2025/26 academic year have now been confirmed. For more details, give us a call at 01216303005
