Accounting (BSc)

Program Overview

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Cardiff University's Accounting (BSc) program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, financial management, and business disciplines. Accredited by professional bodies, it prepares graduates for careers in accounting, finance, and related fields. The program offers a balance of core and optional modules, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals. Graduates benefit from practical experience through placements and internships, ensuring their readiness for the workplace.

Program Outline

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Accounting (BSc) at Cardiff University

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Degree Overview:

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Overview:

The Accounting (BSc) program at Cardiff University is a three-year full-time degree designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and professional confidence needed for a successful accounting career. The program is accredited by the Accounting Professional Bodies and provides a strong foundation in financial and management accounting, corporate finance, and related business disciplines.

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Objectives:

• Develop students' understanding of the principles and practices of accounting.
• Equip students with the skills to analyze and interpret financial information.
• Prepare students for professional accounting qualifications.
• Offer students the opportunity to specialize in areas of interest such as auditing, taxation, or corporate finance.
• Provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experience through placements and internships.

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Outline:

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Year 1

• Fundamentals of Financial Reporting
• Fundamentals of Finance
• Introduction to Management and Organisation
• Foundations of Business Accounting
• Professional Skills for Accountants
• Introduction to Economics
• Applied Stats and Maths in Econ and Business
• Legal Studies

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Year 2

• Management Accounting
• Corporate Financial Management
• Taxation
• Auditing and Assurance
• Corporate Reporting

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Optional Modules (Year 2):

• Inferential Statistics, Statistical Modelling and Survey Methods
• Law of Commerce, Banking and Investment
• Marketing and Strategy

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Year 3

• Management Accounting and Control
• Advanced Corporate Reporting
• Corporate Finance and Strategy

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Optional Modules (Year 3):

• Entrepreneurship and Business Start-Ups
• Development of Accounting
• Exploratory Data Analysis
• Analysis of Financial Reporting Information
• Public Sector Accounting
• Corporate Governance and Accountability
• Modelling in Management Science
• Taxation Policy, Practice and Administration
• Ethics and Morality of Business

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Structure:

The program consists of 120 credits per year, with a total of 360 credits for the entire degree. Students take a combination of core and optional modules, allowing them to tailor the program to their individual interests and career goals.

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Assessment:

The program uses a variety of assessment methods, including:

• Exams
• Coursework
• Essays
• Practical work
• Presentations
• Individual and group projects

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Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of internationally recognized faculty who are experts in their field. Teaching methods include:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Tutorials
The program also makes use of a variety of learning resources, including:
• Learning Central website
• Multimedia materials
• Presentations
• Lecture handouts
• Bibliographies
• Electronic exercises

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Careers:

Graduates of the Accounting (BSc) program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in accounting, finance, and business.

• Accountant
• Business Analyst
• Economist
• HR Manager
• Lecturer
• Marketing Executive
• Production Manager
• Stockbroker
The program also provides students with the opportunity to gain work experience through placements and internships. Many students choose to take a year-long placement in their third year of study, which allows them to gain valuable experience in a professional setting.

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Other:

• The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales (ICAEW), and others.

• The program is offered in English and Welsh.
• Students can study abroad for a semester or year.
• The program has a strong focus on employability and provides students with the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in the workplace.

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Fees for home status

We are currently awaiting confirmation on tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees in the second and subsequent years of a course as permitted by law or Welsh Government policy. Where applicable we will notify you of any change in tuition fee by the end of June in the academic year before the one in which the fee will increase.

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Students from the EU, EEA and Switzerland

We are currently awaiting confirmation on tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year. Learn more about the undergraduate fees for students from the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man. We are currently awaiting confirmation on tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year.

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Additional costs

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Accommodation

We have a range of residences to suit your needs and budget.

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Living costs

We're based in one of the UK's most affordable cities. Find out more about living costs in Cardiff.