Accounting and Finance (Taught)

Develop in-depth knowledge of accounting and finance theory and learn to apply it in practice. Graduate prepared for a career in either field.

Receive a theoretical foundation in accounting and finance. You’ll learn to analyse accounting information and financial decisions, and how to apply this knowledge in the real world. Our emphasis on technical and practical skills means you will graduate prepared for a finance or accounting career.

You'll work with and learn from industry experts. This makes sure you'll explore the most topical issues in finance practice. You'll also develop technical skills employers look for like:

• programming

• financial modelling

• applications of FinTech

You’ll have the flexibility to choose one of two options for the summer term:

• do a dissertation (either an academic research project or an applied research project)

• do an internship

Internships are not guaranteed. Places are competitive and we advertise opportunities to students.

Key benefits

• Get an advantage in the job market by developing the skills employers want

• Learn the key contemporary issues in finance practice

• Make the course your own. Customise the degree to suit your strengths and ambitions by choosing two optional units from a range of topics.

• Share your knowledge and experiences with students from all our finance courses. You'll gain global insight working with students from all over the world.