Accounting (Taught)

Our MSc in Accounting is designed to provide an essential introduction to accountancy as a career choice for graduates with no prior learning in the discipline. The programme covers key areas of accounting, and it will stimulate your interest in the broader aspects of finance and business across the globe.

Why Durham University?
You will be taught at Durham University Business School, one of the longest established business schools in the UK, offering state-of-the-art facilities and, as an accounting student, you will be part of an academic department with an international reputation for research and teaching excellence.

Professional Exemptions - ACCA and CIMA
The programme also carries professional exemptions from both the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants CIMA. For a full list please scroll to the bottom of the page for Provider Information and select Visit our Course Page under Course Contact Details.

International Opportunities
We are proud of our international connections and offer several opportunities to experience life in destinations across the globe, including opportunity for a dissertation abroad or participation in a summer school at one of our global network university and business partners.

What you will gain:
Whichever career you will choose, the MSc in Accounting will help you gain the confidence to demonstrate the academic, professional and practical skills that are highly sought by employers around the world.
We work in partnership with the University's careers team to connect you with events, organisations, or individuals to help kick-start your career. You will have access to one-to-one support on every aspect of the application process, from CV writing to interview techniques.

For current information please scroll to the bottom of the page for Provider Information and select Visit our Course Page under Course Contact Details.

Assessment is conducted by means of assignments, exams and a major 12,000-word dissertation, which requires you to carry out independent research and develop your skills in writing and analysis with support from a supervisor.

Outside of timetabled contact hours, you will be expected to carry out a significant amount of independent study in preparation for assignments and other forms of assessment including exams.

In addition to the help provided by your academic department, you can also access extensive support for your assessments through ASC, the Academic Skills Centre. See below for details: https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/centres/academic-skills-centre/