Accounting and Finance
BPP University
UCAS Code: N4N3 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
or equivalent. A minimum of 2 full A levels and a maximum of 4 subjects
60 credits overall including 45 at level 3 All level 3 credits must be at distinction or merit grade and equate to a minimum of 120+ UCAS tariff points A preference for a Business related pathway although others will be considered on a case by case basis
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Higher Level grades minimum of 5, 5, 5
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
A preference for a Business related pathway although others will be considered on a case by case basis
UCAS Tariff
About this course
Designed for future accountants who want a globally recognised qualification that offers a strong foundation in accountancy, while staying ahead in the modern age. Our **BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance** degree will give you a combination of technical accountancy and core digital skills which are highly valued by top employers and professional bodies. You will be able to gain exemptions towards the **ACCA Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills** papers, preparing you for a rewarding and successful career anywhere in the world.
**Why choose this programme?**
- Avoid double assessments by studying our ACCA Approved Content and sitting BPP University assessments
- Gain ACCA Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills exemptions upon successful completion of this programme
- Learning materials provided by BPP Learning Media, an ACCA Approved Provider for content
- Learn the real-life application of accounting and finance while developing knowledge in data, technology and modern business
- Study modern modules developed in partnership with global accounting employers and professional bodies, aligned to the future of business
- Learn from experienced accountants, in the heart of London, in highly interactive small group teaching and study support sessions
- Includes the Professional and Academic Skills for Success (PASS) element, a non-credit bearing module which will help you build a strong foundation of academic skills
- Innovative learning platform where you can access all your learning materials, connect and find help from tutors and fellow students
- Benefit from our comprehensive support system from day one for your welfare, academic and career development
Modules
Year 1 (Level 4) - Academic and Assessment Support (no credits); Business Principles; Introductory Financial Accounting; Digital Behaviours; Mathematics and Business Finance; Law for Accountants; Introductory Management Accounting.
Year 2 (Level 5) - Compulsory: Intermediate Financial Reporting; Economics for Accountants; Introduction to Audit and Assurance; Financial Control; Taxation for Business; Electives: Finance in the 21st Century; Business Functions.
Year 3 (Level 6) - Strategy for Business; Managing Finance; Corporate Reporting; Managing Performance; Assurance; Data Analytics and Decision Making
Assessment methods
Coursework, examinations and a supervised independent business research project
Tuition fees
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The Uni
BPP London Shepherd's Bush
School of Business and Technology
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