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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Accounting and Finance (Industry)
Lancaster University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Accounting and Finance (Industry) course at Lancaster University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,B
Most popular A-levels studied
The Accounting and Finance (Industry) course at Lancaster University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | B |
| Business Studies | B |
| Economics | B |
| Chemistry | B |
| Psychology | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | B |
| Economics | B |
| Business Studies | B |
| Chemistry | B |
| Physics | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: N401
Here's what Lancaster University says about its Accounting and Finance (Industry) course.
When you study BSc Accounting and Finance (Industry) at Lancaster University, you join an innovative, research-led programme that equips you with the necessary expertise, skills and confidence to pursue a successful, well-compensated and rewarding career within a broad range of commercial and financial settings in an ever-changing business landscape. Career paths include Financial Controller, Tax and Financial Advisor, Financial Manager, Analyst, Management Accountant, Consultant and Auditor.
Our curriculum is industry-leading, contemporary and accredited by professional accounting bodies, which allows you to qualify for exemptions. You will learn to work collaboratively and develop analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills while engaging with the latest developments in accounting and finance.
There are opportunities to study abroad, complete an internship and pursue an advanced specialised MSc at top UK and international universities for further study.
Why Lancaster? We will provide you with a perfect blend of theory and practice, covering topics such as:
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Financial and managerial accounting
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Auditing, financial markets
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Statistics, economics
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Professional ethics
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Employability skills
You will learn how different stakeholders use accounting and finance information, as well as the broader context within which accounting and finance professionals operate. You will have the flexibility to personalise your learning, gaining expertise in key areas that align with your developing interests and career goals. You will learn to work collaboratively, think critically, solve complex business problems and develop highly sought-after professional skills.
The course is delivered by prestigious academics who engage with the latest developments in the field, including the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), sustainability and professional ethics in accounting and finance.
You will benefit from our department’s strong connections with professional accounting bodies, global graduate employers including Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC, leading financial institutions, local and national government and the NHS. Get a head start in your career with our sector-leading specialist Accounting and Finance Career Coaching Team, providing you with opportunities to carry out internships and placements in industry.
Important Information For the most up-to-date course information and more details, we recommend that you revisit our website before submitting your application.
Source: Lancaster University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Accounting and Finance
Location
Main Site | Lancaster
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Sandwich
Subjects
• Accounting
• Finance
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Lancaster University student reviews
Showing 97 reviews
3rd year student
1 year ago
Library is brilliant, cant fault it. rnFirst year accommodation was very good too, well ran and just efficient overall.
3rd year student
1 year ago
My course was okay - I believe the course teaches you all the necessary skills needed to go into business, but I think it does scratch the surface level in quite a lot of topics. In the future, Iu2019d like it to go into further detail on topics such as Economics or Accounting.
3rd year student
1 year ago
Lancaster University has been really helpful in so many ways. Financially, they offered me a grant for travel costs when I embarked on an international internship, but also are greater at settling you into campus life in first year!
1st year student
1 year ago
The bars offered are amazing and low priced. With the choice of multiple games. rnThe campaigns for student officers are very competitive and often do make change
1st year student
1 year ago
Very very communal university as everyone lives on campus. The socials are great and take place multiple times a week. There are multiple club activities with a communal feeling
1st year student
1 year ago
The accomodation is very overpriced for universityu2019s. It is old unfurbished and the bathrooms are very badly designed. They flood when you shower and you have very little space to shower. It is single bed en-suite for 177.89u00a3 and compared to other unis it is very very overpriced, I feel itu2...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Lancaster University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Accounting and Finance (Industry) course at Lancaster University features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
85%
med
Teaching on my course
85%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
86%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
74%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
85%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
90%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
88%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
77%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
82%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
87%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
70%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
89%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
74%
low
Academic support
89%
med
Academic support
89%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
87%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
92%
med
Organisation and management
88%
med
Organisation and management
88%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
87%
med
How well organised is your course?
89%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
89%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
91%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
92%
med
Student voice
82%
med
Student voice
82%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
74%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
87%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
84%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
83%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
92%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
93%
high
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
85%
med
Teaching on my course
85%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
91%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
74%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
82%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
93%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
92%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
80%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
86%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
88%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
73%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
89%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
77%
low
Academic support
90%
med
Academic support
90%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
89%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
92%
med
Organisation and management
87%
med
Organisation and management
87%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
86%
med
How well organised is your course?
89%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
Learning resources
91%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
89%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
91%
med
Student voice
81%
med
Student voice
81%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
73%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
87%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
81%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
81%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
94%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
93%
high
Student information
The Accounting and Finance (Industry) course at Lancaster University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Accounting and Finance (Industry) course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Lancaster University graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
83%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
89%
In work, study or other activity
81%
Say it fits with future plans
58%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
31%
Business and public service associate professionals
21%
Finance Professionals
11%
Managers, directors and senior officials
8%
Administrative occupations
Graduate statistics
85%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
In work, study or other activity
95%
Say it fits with future plans
65%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
45%
Finance Professionals
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Managers, directors and senior officials
Graduate statistics
75%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
100%
In work, study or other activity
100%
Say it fits with future plans
70%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
55%
Finance Professionals
15%
Administrative occupations
10%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Managers, directors and senior officials
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Lancaster University graduates who took Accounting and Finance (Industry) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£27.4k
First year after graduation
£32.1k
Third year after graduation
£43.1k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Accounting and Finance (Industry).
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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