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Accountancy - Flying Start Degree Programme

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
University Park Campus

Course summary

Our BSc Accountancy Flying Start degree is designed for those who aspire to become ICAEW Chartered Accountants and want to hit the ground running in their careers. Sponsored by PwC and developed with input from the ICAEW, this four-year course offers a unique blend of academic learning and real-world experience.

From your second year onwards, you'll gain hands-on experience through paid placements at PwC, working on real projects and building your network. These placements, lasting three to four months each year, will give you a head start in the professional world with support from both Nottingham University Business School and PwC mentors.

Throughout the course, you'll build a strong foundation in essential subjects like business finance, financial and management accounting, and business law. Many modules also contribute towards your ACA qualification, helping you stay on track to becoming a Chartered Accountant.

You'll have the freedom to tailor your learning by choosing from a range of optional modules, such as entrepreneurship, risk management or corporate governance, allowing you to shape your degree around your interests and career goals.

To top it off, you'll have the chance to earn industry-recognised digital certifications from Microsoft and SAP, giving you that extra edge in the job market.

By the time you graduate, you'll be well equipped with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to launch your career – and many of our graduates go on to secure positions with PwC.

Why choose this course?

  • You could become a fully qualified Chartered Accountant just over a year after you graduate! You'll be well prepared to complete the Advanced Level papers of the ICAEW's ACA qualification.

  • Nottingham University Business School is proud to be EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB accredited and we're also an ICAEW Partner in Learning – a mark of quality in the field of accountancy.

  • Enjoy guaranteed paid work placements with PwC in their Audit practice, as long as you meet the course requirements.

  • Boost your digital skills with industry-recognised Microsoft and SAP certifications, available to you at a significant discount.

  • After you graduate, you could be offered a full-time role at PwC at the Senior Associate level – a fantastic opportunity to launch your career.

  • You'll be exempt from the Certificate and Professional Level papers of the ICAEW's ACA qualification.

Your Campus Jubilee Campus has eco-friendly buildings, alongside green spaces, wildlife and a lake. This campus is home to our business, education and computer science schools, as well as a sports centre and student accommodation

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Accountancy-BSc-Hons-U6UACCNT.html

How to apply

This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
N410
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAA

See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*DD

In any subject. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 36 credits M: 9 credits

in any subject. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Scottish Higher - AAABB

Must be combined with Scottish Advanced Highers. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D

in any subject combined with GCE A Level grade A. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D

in any subject combined with two GCE A Levels graded A. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Scottish Advanced Higher - AA

Must be combined with Scottish Highers. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points

See below for GCSE and English requirements. We will also accept 3 x Higher Level Certificates at 666

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - A

combined with two GCE A Levels graded A.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M1, M1

See below for GCSE and English requirements.

A Level requirements
All applications: Your qualification profile should not contain more than one qualification in the same subject area.

GCSE requirements
Home students: English Language or Literature grade 5 (alphabetic grade B), Mathematics grade 6 (alphabetic grade B). Core Maths Grade C accepted in lieu of GCSE Maths. International Baccalaureate Diploma Maths Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 also accepted in lieu of GCSE Maths

EU/International students: GCSE Mathematics grade 6 (alphabetic grade B), Core Maths Grade C accepted in lieu of GCSE Maths. International Baccalaureate Diploma Maths Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 also accepted in lieu of GCSE Maths. IELTS 7 overall, minimum 6.0 in any element or equivalent.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Applicants with a Criminal Record will be made an alternative offer for our BSc Finance, Accounting and Management Course
Other
Selected applicants will be invited to an assessment day which includes a group exercise and an individual interview before a decision is made on an offer.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

53% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790*Year 1
Scotland£9790*Year 1
Wales£9790*Year 1
Channel Islands£9790*Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9790*Year 1
EU£26800*Year 1
International£26800*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202627/undergraduate.aspx

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