LONDON METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY · UNITED KINGDOM
Accounting and Finance BA (Hons)
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS N400
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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Bachelor's
Level
- 81%Student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2025)
- Full exemption from ACCA fundamental papersProfessional exemptions
- Accredited by ACCA, CIMA, IFA, ICAEW, CIPFA, AIAProfessional accreditation
- Access to industry contacts for work experienceEmployability focus
- Develop skills in Excel, Sage, and OracleSoftware proficiency
This Bachelor of Arts with Honours degree in Accounting and Finance provides a comprehensive education in financial and management accounting, preparing you for a career in accounting or finance. The course emphasizes practical skills, including the use of business software like Microsoft Excel, Sage, and Oracle. You will develop strong academic writing and independent research abilities. The teaching staff have extensive experience in various accounting and finance fields, and the program often invites external speakers to discuss current industry issues. The curriculum is designed to enhance employability, with opportunities for optional work experience placements and projects facilitated by lecturers with industry connections.
Curriculum
The curriculum is structured over three years, with modules designed to build knowledge progressively. The modules listed are for the 2026/27 academic year and are subject to change.
- Year 1
- Business Law and Ethics
- Data Science, Research and Analysis
- Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Financial Markets and Institutions
- Learning through Organisation
- Management Accounting Fundamentals
- Management Information Systems
- Understanding the Business and Economic Environment
- Year 2
- Company and Business Law
- Performance Management
- Principles of Finance
- Problem Solving: Methods and Analysis
- Project Management
- Taxation - Corporate Tax
- Taxation - Income Tax
- Creating a Winning Business 1
- Empowering London: Working within the community
- Learning through Work
- Auditing
- Sustainability in Practice
- Year 3
- Advanced Financial Reporting
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Audit and Assurance Services
- Dissertation
- Financial Management
- Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in Business
- Financial Engineering
- Financial Instruments
- International Banking
- International Trade and Finance
- Personal Finance
- Professional Experience Year Placement
Careers
This course prepares you for a career in accounting and finance. The university's careers department and the lecturers' industry networks can assist you in securing internships and relevant work experience.
- Qualified Accountant
- Finance Professional
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How to apply
1. Choose your application methodInternational students can apply directly to London Metropolitan University or through UCAS for full-time programmes.
2. Complete the application formFill out the online application form directly on the university website or submit your UCAS application.
3. Provide supporting documentsEnsure all required academic transcripts, English language test scores, and other relevant documents are submitted.
4. Attend an interview (if required)Some applicants may be invited for an interview as part of the selection process.
5. Receive offer and acceptIf successful, you will receive an offer from the university. Follow the instructions to accept the offer and arrange payment of deposits.
Accreditation
Accredited by Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Institute of Financial Accountants (IFA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW), Chartered Institute of Public Finance Accountants (CIPFA), and Association of International Accountants (AIA).