Program Overview

Introduction to the BSc Accounting and Finance (Industry) Program

The BSc Accounting and Finance (Industry) program at Lancaster University is a four-year undergraduate degree that equips students with the necessary expertise, skills, and confidence to pursue a successful career in accounting and finance. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting and finance principles, as well as the opportunity to gain practical experience through a placement year in industry.

Program Structure

The program consists of four years of study, with the third year spent on a placement in industry. The first two years provide a foundation in accounting and finance, while the final year allows students to specialize in specific areas of interest.

Core Modules

• Data Analytics for Accounting and Finance
• Foundations of Accounting
• Foundations of Economics
• Foundations of Financial Markets, Securities and Institutions
• Professional Development for Accounting and Finance
• Quantitative Methods

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Accounting and Finance (Industry) program have gone on to work for top companies such as Barclays, Deloitte, EY, HSBC, IBM, KPMG, Morgan Stanley, and Unilever. Career paths include financial controller, tax and financial advisor, financial manager, analyst, management accountant, consultant, and auditor.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the following requirements:

• A levels: AAB
• Access to HE Diploma: 36 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 9 Level 3 credits at Merit
• Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: Accepted in place of one A level, or equivalent qualification
• BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD
• BTEC in combination with A levels: A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade AB plus BTEC at D
• International Baccalaureate: 35 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects
• Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers: We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject
• T levels: Distinction overall
• GCSE requirements: Mathematics grade 6/B, English Language grade 4/C
• English language requirements: IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component

Fees and Funding

The annual tuition fee for the program is:

• Home: Ł9,790
• International: Ł26,260

Scholarships and Bursaries

The university offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to eligible students, including:

• Lancaster Bursary: Ł1,000 in each year of study
• Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship Home: Ł3,000 in the first year of study
• International Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship: Ł3,000, as a tuition fee reduction, per year of study
• Undergraduate International Regional Scholarship: Ł3,000, as a tuition fee reduction, per year of study
• India Scholarship Undergraduate: Ł3,000, as a tuition fee reduction, per year of study
• Lancaster Sanctuary Scholarship: Full fees, up to Ł5,000 per year living costs

Alumni Profiles

Our alumni have gone on to achieve great things in their careers, with many working for top companies in the accounting and finance industry. Some of our notable alumni include:

• Abiola Adelabu, BSc Accounting and Finance (Industry), 2021
• Rahul Gupta, BSc Accounting and Finance, 2020

Similar Courses

If you are interested in the BSc Accounting and Finance (Industry) program, you may also want to consider the following similar courses:

• Accounting and Finance BSc Hons: N400
• Accounting and Management BSc Hons: NN24
• Accounting and Management (Industry) BSc Hons: NN25
• Economics and Finance BSc Hons: NL31
• Economics and Finance (Industry) BSc Hons: NL32
• Economics and Finance (Study Abroad) BSc Hons: NL33
• Finance BSc Hons: N300
• Finance (Industry) BSc Hons: N301

Important Information

The information provided is accurate at the time of publication and is subject to change. The university reserves the right to make changes to the program, including the curriculum, fees, and entry requirements.