University of Lancashire - Postgraduate Open Evening
18 Mar 2026, 16:00
Preston
Course Overview
Our Accounting and Finance degree will prepare you for a successful career in the accounting profession.
Why study with us
This course covers the same content as some of the chartered accountancy exams. This means that you can be exempt from professional body exams, enabling you to become a professional in a shorter amount of time.
You'll have access to SAP and SAGE world-renowned software providers.
This course is accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
What you'll do
You'll get access to a range of high quality learning resources.
You have the option of spending your second year studying at our Cyprus campus. And, in your third year you’ll get the chance to put theory into practice by taking on a 48-week paid industry placement in the UK or overseas.
You’ll also get the opportunity to attend practical Sage and SAP workshops.
Accreditations
This course is accredited by the ICAEW, which ensures that members have the skills, knowledge and influence to help build economies that are sustainable, accountable and fair.
This course is accredited by the CIMA, the world's largest professional body of management accountants, which provides relevant training and finance qualifications for business.
This course is accredited by the ACCA, the global body for professional accountants, who provide a gateway to careers in accountancy, finance, business and management.
Future Careers
Many of our graduates go on to become professional accountants. They also work as finance officers in industry, commerce and the public sector. Others have become managers and consultants at medium and large enterprises.
Our former students have worked for leading businesses. These include BAE Systems, PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG and Hewlett Packard.
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
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Course optionsPreston
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