BSc Accounting and Finance

The BSc Accounting and Finance course at the University of Birmingham offers students a broad understanding of the subject areas and allows them to focus on the specialist areas of interest within the umbrella of accounting and finance. Course Content: The first year of the course deals with essential areas of accounting and finance, which lays a strong foundation for the following years. From the second year onwards, students can tailor their degree to align with their interests and career aspirations by opting for the modules of their choice. Along with a choice in modules, students can also decide whether they want to engage in a professional placement or study abroad program in their third year. Key Modules: The first year includes essential modules like Introduction to Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, and Financial Mathematics and Modelling. The second-year offers modules such as Corporate Finance and Financial Reporting, from which students can choose according to their interests. In the final year, students can opt between Strategic Management Accounting and International Corporate Governance among others. Accreditations: This course is accredited by professional bodies including ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), CIPFA (Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales), and AIA (Association of International Accountants). Future Careers: Graduates of this course may enjoy a successful career in sectors including investment banking and advisory, public accounting firms, industry and the public sector. Some graduates also choose further study or decide to undertake professional accounting qualifications.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.