Program Overview

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Accounting and Finance BSc Honours

The Accounting and Finance BSc Honours degree provides a comprehensive education in accounting and finance, preparing students for a wide range of careers in the field. This three-year course is professionally accredited and offers a range of exemptions from professional body examinations.

Course Overview

This flexible degree provides a fantastic grounding for an exciting career in the diverse sector of accounting and finance. Students will learn about the academic theory that underpins professional accounting and finance practice, and develop real-world, problem-solving skills.

Quality and Ranking

Newcastle University is a Global Top 140 University (QS World University Rankings 2026) and has a 65% increase in research power since 2014 (Research Excellence Framework 2021). The university is also ranked Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024).

Professional Accreditation and Recognition

This degree offers a number of exemptions from the examinations of professional bodies, including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). The university is also part of the CFA Institute's University Affiliation Program, which means that the course incorporates at least 70% of the CFA Program's Level 1 Candidate Body of Knowledge.

Modules and Learning

The course covers a range of topics, including financial accounting, management accounting, finance, economics, and business law. Students will develop their skills in finance, financial accounting, and management accounting, and will complete a group project where they analyze a publicly listed company.

Teaching and Assessment

Students will learn from highly qualified academics and accounting practitioners with real-world expertise. The course is taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, and tutorials, and students will be assessed through a combination of written exams, coursework, and presentations.

Opportunities

The course offers a range of opportunities, including a work placement after the second year, and the chance to study abroad. Students will also have access to a range of resources and support, including the university's Careers Service and the Business School's careers consultants.

Facilities and Environment

The Business School is located in a state-of-the-art building, with a range of facilities, including computer clusters, lecture theatres, and seminar rooms. The university also has a range of support services, including a student hub, a quiet space, and a careers service.

Your Future

This course will prepare students for a wide range of accounting and finance roles across all business sectors. Recent graduates have secured roles in companies including Ernst and Young, KPMG, Mazars LLB, AXA, PwC, Capita Asset Services, and Deloitte.

Entry Requirements

The entrance requirements for the course are AAB at A-Level, excluding General Studies, or 34 points in the International Baccalaureate. Students will also need to have GCSE mathematics and English Language or Literature at grade 6 or B.

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fees for the course are £25,750 for international students, and the university offers a range of scholarships, including the Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships.

Open Days and Events

The university holds a range of open days and events throughout the year, including on-campus and virtual open days. Students can also attend worldwide events and online events to find out more about the course and the university.

How to Apply

Students can apply for the course through UCAS, using the university's institution code (NEWC/N21) and the course code (N400). International students can also apply through an agent or directly to the university.