Accounting and Finance

A BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree gives you the knowledge and skills you need to excel in a wide range of accountancy, business management and finance roles.

This course has been designed to incorporate internationally recognised skills from professional accounting and finance bodies, giving you a head start in qualifying as an accountant. You’ll learn essential theory through taught academic study, as well as practical training in the use of accounting software. You’ll also develop key analytical, report writing and further employability skills designed to help you to better adapt to the rapidly changing work environment.

All students have the opportunity to take an optional placement year, providing valuable workplace experience in an accounting or finance role to significantly improve your employability upon graduation. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to meet with accounting and business practitioners through guest lectures and other special events.

**Accredited by professional accounting bodies
The University of Wolverhampton partners with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) in their Advantage programme, which provides final-year students an accelerated path to ACCA membership. This gives all accounting and finance students the chance to benefit from enhanced career prospects, discounted fees, and access to the global ACCA community, offering practical assistance with your studies and future career.

This provides enhanced employment opportunities in the financial sector, providing a fast route towards gaining a professional accountancy qualification. Specifically, through exemptions from Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualifications, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

These accountancy qualifications are internationally recognised, giving successful students the opportunity to broaden their accounting careers on an international scale. The BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance award will also enhance career prospects in the fields of Banking, finance, financial services and business management.

Our BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance course can also be used as the basis for postgraduate study.

We’ve built professional placements into every degree, every student will be guaranteed a professional placement. Our placements give you the real-world exposure and proven experience your CV needs, while building the industry networks essential for your career.

Professional body exemptions – Gain exemptions from CIMA and ACCA, helping you progress towards becoming a fully qualified accountant and boosting your employability.
Internships and placements – Build valuable workplace experience through internships and sandwich placements. Our dedicated support team will help you prepare for and secure these opportunities.
Study abroad – Enhance your global outlook by studying for a semester or full year abroad through our partnerships with universities across Europe.
Industry connections – Work with real managers and mentors through company projects, guest lectures, site visits and placement opportunities. You may also benefit from mentoring through our Institute of Directors scheme or alumni network.
Practical business skills – Develop sought-after skills in IT, project management, teamwork, leadership and problem-solving, with additional opportunities to boost your employability through volunteering.
Careers support – From CV building to interview preparation, our Wolverhampton Enterprise and Employability Award and careers guidance help you prepare for graduate employment.
Entrepreneurial development – Build the business confidence to start and manage your own venture, with support available during your studies and after graduation.