Accounting - BA (Hons)
Course Overview
Our BA (Hons) Accounting and Accounting & Finance courses are professionally accredited by the ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW. They will provide you with a comprehensive introduction to all areas of accounting and prepares you for further study at the final stages of professional accounting qualifications. In addition, we have a strategic partnership with Graham Paul Chartered Accountants which provides for paid student placements with a view to graduate training contracts. Students taking the sandwich option will also undertake a year-long work placement between their second and third years.
Course Content
Year One:
- Financial Accounting
- Management Accounting
- IT
- Digital Accounting
- Applied Management
- Statistics and Quantitative Technologies
- Financial Services
Year Two:
- Management Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Taxation
- Auditing
- Financial Management
- Corporate Law
Year Three:
- Management Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Taxation
- Auditing and Corporate Governance
- Financial Management
Options:
- Strategic Management or
- European Law or
- Investment Management or
- Change and Continuity in Contemporary Business
- Work Placement
Career Potential
There is a considerable demand from UK employers for accounting graduates and past experience suggests that a significant proportion of graduates will obtain graduate training places in finance sections of businesses, high street practices and the public sector.
The course is fully accredited by the main UK accounting bodies and you will be able to obtain maximum exemptions from the ACCA and ICAEW examinations and substantial exemptions from the CIMA examinations. This is therefore a demanding course which combines academic content with the development of the knowledge and skills required to pass the accounting bodies’ final examinations.
Entry Requirements
Five GCSE passes including English Language and Mathematics (at least grade C) or equivalent, plus one of the following:
- 280 points from at least 2 A Levels / Scottish Advanced Higher passes to include grades CC
- QCF BTEC Diploma / Extended Diploma 280 points
- 280 points from the Irish Leaving Certificate at Highers (C2 minimum grade considered)
- Pass Access with 45 credits at Level 3
- 280 points from the Welsh Baccalaureate to include grades CC at A level or equivalent, Core counted as third subject
Those undertaking AAT Level 4, are eligible for 2nd year entry.
If your qualification isn't listed above, please refer to the UCAS website.
Key Facts
Accredited by: The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
UCAS Code(s):
N400 - Accounting - BA (Hons) (3 years full-time)
N401 - Accounting - BA (Hons) (4 years full-time - Sandwich)
Campus: Llandaff
School: Cardiff School of Management
Course Length: Three years full-time/four years full-time (sandwich)
Assessment:
Coursework is generally of a very practical nature to reflect the nature of the skills and techniques required by a professional accountant. Assessment for ACCA-accredited modules in year three includes a 3-hour closed-book examination in order to satisfy exemption requirements.
How to Apply:
Applications for this course should be made online to UCAS at http://www.ucas.com/
For further information please visit our How to Apply pages at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/howtoapply
International Applicants:
Before making an application, international students (those outside of the EU), should contact the International Office at Cardiff Met to discuss the necessary procedures in relation to studying with us. Visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/international for further information.
Selection Procedure:
Selection is normally based on the receipt of a UCAS application form and interview.
Tuition Fees and Financial Support:
For up to date information on tuition fees and additional costs relating to this programme please refer to www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/fees.
Bursaries & Scholarhsips: The university also offers a bursary and scholarship scheme to help students whilst at university. To see if you are eligible, visit www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/scholarships.