Finance & Accounting with Foundation Year

**Gain the expertise and confidence to excel in the world of finance and accounting through BSc Finance & Accounting with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University. Throughout the foundation year you will develop essential skills for academic writing, research, critical thinking, and time management - everything you need to feel confident in university.**

At CCCU, you’ll build a deep understanding of financial reporting, management accounting, corporate finance, and taxation, whilst developing the analytical and ethical skills employers value most. From using digital accounting tools to exploring the impact of AI and blockchain on finance, this course will prepare you for the demands of a fast-changing industry.

**What you’ll learn**

- Interpret complex financial data to evaluate and improve business performance.

- Become confident in making strategic financial decisions in an increasingly complex global economy.

- Explore emerging financial technologies like AI, blockchain, and financial analytics.

- Understand corporate finance principles as you navigate the challenges of modern financial management.

You'll be taught through hybrid learning, with around a third of course content delivered online, and the remainder at our Medway Campus. Teaching is delivered via interactive sessions, group activities, and simulations - all facilitated by the latest industry-standard technology. For example, our Bloomberg Suite will allow you to undertake trading simulations.

This course has been designed to align with leading professional bodies such as the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (ICAEW) - accelerating your journey toward becoming a chartered accountant.

**Your future career**

Many graduates go on to study accounting at a professional level. However, this exceptionally versatile degree can open doors to a variety of roles in business, non-for-profit and governmental organisations alike. Excellent mentoring by our experienced team will guide and prepare you for your first business or professional accountancy role.

This degree is also a gateway to further study at the Master’s level in a range of areas such as banking, financial services, and accounting. You'll develop a range of transferable business skills including communication, IT, research and team working, which are essential for any career in any organisation.