BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance with a Year in Industry
Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- N40N
- Typical Offer
- ABB
- Contextual Offer
- BBC
- Course Length
- 4 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2024
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Why you should choose us
Course Overview
The language of accounting and finance is the language of business. Master this language and the expertise you will gain with this degree will give you a huge competitive advantage. People who are highly literate in accounting and finance often rise to the top of businesses.
If you want to become a financial accountant or auditor, or you want to work in any industry in an accounting or finance related role, including working in tax planning, this Accounting and Finance BSc is for you.
The expertise this degree gives you is also a great way into the financial services sector; in investment banking, fund management or insurance, or if you decide you want to be your own boss, there’s no better foundation before you strike out on your own.
With this course option, you can also gain valuable industry experience and develop your skills with a year in an industry placement.
At UEA, we believe that to master the language of accounting and finance is to master the language of business. That means that whatever role in business you might choose, the accounting and finance expertise you gain on this degree will put you at a great advantage. The course is ideal if you want to become a financial accountant or auditor. It’s also an excellent choice if you want to work in commerce, industry, financial services (such as banking, investment banking, fund management or insurance), as a tax adviser, or if you want to start your own business.
After gaining a grounding in core business disciplines, you will learn the theory and practice of financial accounting and reporting. You will then develop your understanding of business finance and management accounting. You’ll learn how to understand, interpret and act on the financial accounts of any business. You’ll learn how to put an argument across in a way that’s relevant to the main financial drivers in that business. You’ll also learn how to use your professional judgment to understand and influence business decisions. You’ll even have the chance to explore how accounting influences wealth distribution in society, and how politics can influence accounting.
As you progress, you will turn your focus to advanced modules that are designed to prepare you for your future. You can study Corporate Reporting, Advanced Management Accounting, Auditing and Assurance, and Personal and Corporate Taxation. In your second and final years, you also have the chance to take certain optional modules according to your interests and aspirations.
Norwich Business School is in a region that’s varied and welcoming, with a thriving business innovation and enterprise community. All our teaching is informed by both our world-leading research and our real-world business experience. That means you’ll gain knowledge of the key current issues for industry and employers.
Placement Year and Study Abroad
You’ll spend your third year working in a reputable organisation in a relevant sector. This will give you valuable work experience and the chance to build your professional skills and confidence, which is a great advantage in today’s competitive job market. You will return to UEA in the fourth year to complete your studies.
Accreditations
When you successfully complete this BSc degree you may qualify for some examination exemptions from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Association of International Accountants (AIA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA), and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), depending on your choice of modules.
Study and Modules
Structure
Within the BSc stream of degrees, our undergraduate degrees share a common first year. This structure means that you’ll get a broad view of business and can be confident you are on the right course for you. As you progress through your degree, you will be able to specialise and tailor your studies to the areas that you find most interesting and that are most relevant for your career goals.
In your first year, across six modules you’ll explore the essentials of modern business. This will give you an excellent grounding in not just financial and management accounting, but also corporate finance, quantitative methods for business, economics, digital business and other related subjects. By the end of your first year, you won’t just have a firm foundation in your chosen subject, you’ll understand all the key disciplines of business. Throughout your future career, you are likely to work closely with these disciplines so this understanding is extremely valuable – the accounting and finance specialists who are most able to communicate with and understand other disciplines are often the ones who go the furthest.
Compulsory Modules
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Teaching
Throughout your degree, you’ll hone your skills and build your knowledge through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops.
All our teaching is informed by the latest research and real-world business experience. That means you benefit from the latest thinking in the industry. Business is ever-changing, so you won’t just learn to understand, evaluate and apply the leading theories of today, you’ll also develop the critical skills needed to examine and use new theories and methods that come to the fore during your career.
Independent study
You will also learn through self-directed study – a skill that’s highly prized by employers. You’ll undertake IT lab work, using online resources to practise textbook questions. You can also enhance your studies by getting involved in the student-led, extracurricular accountancy and business societies.
Teamwork and communication
During your first year and some of your second and third year modules, you will work alongside students from other Norwich Business School degrees. This will build your teamwork and communication skills, as well as helping you gain insight into other business disciplines. In our experience the accounting and finance specialists who rise to the top are the ones who don’t just have technical know-how, but are also able communicate well with non-specialists. Working alongside other Norwich Business School students during your degree is a great way to develop this skill. We attract students from across the UK and all over the world, so the relationships you build here will be great practice if you aspire to an international career, or to working for a multinational company.
Guest speakers
Throughout your time at UEA you will have opportunities to gain insights from guest speakers from the business world. You will also hear from UEA alumni about their roles in business. These events allow you to see the real-world application of what you are learning and to connect with business, other students and staff across Norwich Business School.
Employability
Your career is our priority, and employability is embedded in our degrees in a variety of ways from guest speakers to accreditations with accountancy bodies. During our flagship Employability Week each year, you can meet potential employers and speak to successful UEA alumni about how they achieved their goals.
Assessment
Assessment on this course is achieved through a variety of methods such as exams, course tests, course work, presentations and projects. Due to the accounting accreditation and accountancy professional bodies requirements, some modules are more weighted towards exam assessment.
Structure
After exploring all the essentials of business in your first year, you’ll move on to core modules in financial reporting, management accounting and business finance in your second year, as well as choosing three optional modules from those offered to BSc-stream Norwich Business School students, including modules focusing on auditing, finance, and management. This means that you can start to tailor your expertise to your interests and the goals you have for after graduation.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 40)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Teaching
Throughout your degree, you’ll hone your skills and build your knowledge through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops.
All our teaching is informed by the latest research and real-world business experience. That means you benefit from the latest thinking in the industry. Business is ever-changing, so you won’t just learn to understand, evaluate and apply the leading theories of today, you’ll also develop the critical skills needed to examine and use new theories and methods that come to the fore during your career.
Independent study
You will also learn through self-directed study – a skill that’s highly prized by employers. You’ll undertake IT lab work, using online resources to practise textbook questions. You can also enhance your studies by getting involved in the student-led, extracurricular accountancy and business societies.
Teamwork and communication
During your first year and some of your second and third year modules, you will work alongside students from other Norwich Business School degrees. This will build your teamwork and communication skills, as well as helping you gain insight into other business disciplines. In our experience the accounting and finance specialists who rise to the top are the ones who don’t just have technical know-how, but are also able communicate well with non-specialists. Working alongside other Norwich Business School students during your degree is a great way to develop this skill. We attract students from across the UK and all over the world, so the relationships you build here will be great practice if you aspire to an international career, or to working for a multinational company.
Guest speakers
Throughout your time at UEA you will have opportunities to gain insights from guest speakers from the business world. You will also hear from UEA alumni about their roles in business. These events allow you to see the real-world application of what you are learning and to connect with business, other students and staff across Norwich Business School.
Employability
Your career is our priority, and employability is embedded in our degrees in a variety of ways from guest speakers to accreditations with accountancy bodies. During our flagship Employability Week each year, you can meet potential employers and speak to successful UEA alumni about how they achieved their goals.
Assessment
Assessment on this course is achieved through a variety of methods such as exams, course tests, course work, presentations and projects. Due to the accounting accreditation and accountancy professional bodies requirements, some modules are more weighted towards exam assessment.
Structure
In your third year, you’ll spend a year working in industry.
Compulsory Modules
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Teaching
Throughout your degree, you’ll hone your skills and build your knowledge through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops.
All our teaching is informed by the latest research and real-world business experience. That means you benefit from the latest thinking in the industry. Business is ever-changing, so you won’t just learn to understand, evaluate and apply the leading theories of today, you’ll also develop the critical skills needed to examine and use new theories and methods that come to the fore during your career.
Independent study
You will also learn through self-directed study – a skill that’s highly prized by employers. You’ll undertake IT lab work, using online resources to practise textbook questions. You can also enhance your studies by getting involved in the student-led, extracurricular accountancy and business societies.
Teamwork and communication
During your first year and some of your second and third year modules, you will work alongside students from other Norwich Business School degrees. This will build your teamwork and communication skills, as well as helping you gain insight into other business disciplines. In our experience the accounting and finance specialists who rise to the top are the ones who don’t just have technical know-how, but are also able communicate well with non-specialists. Working alongside other Norwich Business School students during your degree is a great way to develop this skill. We attract students from across the UK and all over the world, so the relationships you build here will be great practice if you aspire to an international career, or to working for a multinational company.
Guest speakers
Throughout your time at UEA you will have opportunities to gain insights from guest speakers from the business world. You will also hear from UEA alumni about their roles in business. These events allow you to see the real-world application of what you are learning and to connect with business, other students and staff across Norwich Business School.
Employability
Your career is our priority, and employability is embedded in our degrees in a variety of ways from guest speakers to accreditations with accountancy bodies. During our flagship Employability Week each year, you can meet potential employers and speak to successful UEA alumni about how they achieved their goals.
Assessment
Assessment on this course is achieved through a variety of methods such as exams, course tests, course work, presentations and projects. Due to the accounting accreditation and accountancy professional bodies requirements, some modules are more weighted towards exam assessment.
Structure
In your final year, your studies will become even more advanced as you go beyond learning about accounting and finance theories and start to critically analyse them and come up with your own ideas. You will also delve into the most current debates facing the financial world today. You’ll take one compulsory module and five optional ones.
The annual Norwich Business School Modules Fair will help you choose the right options for you.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 40)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 40)Optional C Modules
(Credits: 20)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Teaching
Throughout your degree, you’ll hone your skills and build your knowledge through a mix of lectures, seminars and workshops.
All our teaching is informed by the latest research and real-world business experience. That means you benefit from the latest thinking in the industry. Business is ever-changing, so you won’t just learn to understand, evaluate and apply the leading theories of today, you’ll also develop the critical skills needed to examine and use new theories and methods that come to the fore during your career.
Independent study
You will also learn through self-directed study – a skill that’s highly prized by employers. You’ll undertake IT lab work, using online resources to practise textbook questions. You can also enhance your studies by getting involved in the student-led, extracurricular accountancy and business societies.
Teamwork and communication
During your first year and some of your second and third year modules, you will work alongside students from other Norwich Business School degrees. This will build your teamwork and communication skills, as well as helping you gain insight into other business disciplines. In our experience the accounting and finance specialists who rise to the top are the ones who don’t just have technical know-how, but are also able communicate well with non-specialists. Working alongside other Norwich Business School students during your degree is a great way to develop this skill. We attract students from across the UK and all over the world, so the relationships you build here will be great practice if you aspire to an international career, or to working for a multinational company.
Guest speakers
Throughout your time at UEA you will have opportunities to gain insights from guest speakers from the business world. You will also hear from UEA alumni about their roles in business. These events allow you to see the real-world application of what you are learning and to connect with business, other students and staff across Norwich Business School.
Employability
Your career is our priority, and employability is embedded in our degrees in a variety of ways from guest speakers to accreditations with accountancy bodies. During our flagship Employability Week each year, you can meet potential employers and speak to successful UEA alumni about how they achieved their goals.
Assessment
Assessment on this course is achieved through a variety of methods such as exams, course tests, course work, presentations and projects. Due to the accounting accreditation and accountancy professional bodies requirements, some modules are more weighted towards exam assessment.
Entry Requirements
- A Levels
- ABB excluding General Studies. If you are taking an EPQ and three A-levels, we may offer you a one grade reduction on our advertised typical offer alongside an A in the EPQ.
- T Levels
- Obtain an overall Pass including a B in the core of the T Level and a Distinction in the Occupational Specialism. Acceptable subjects are: Digital Business Services, Digital Support Services, Science, Accounting, Finance, Management and Administration.
- BTEC
- DDM excluding BTEC Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration . See below for accepted subjects and combinations.
- Contextual Offer
A Level – BBC
BTEC L3 Extended Diploma – DMM
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
- Scottish Highers
- AAABB
- Scottish Advanced Highers
- BCC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
- Irish Leaving Certificate
- 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3
- Access to HE Diploma
- Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3.
- International Baccalaureate
- 32 points
- GCSE
You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
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- Interviews
Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Hub. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required, the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Intakes
This course is open to UK and International applicants. The annual intake is in September each year.
Additional Information or Requirements
Extended Diploma: DDM.
Diploma: DD plus B at A-Level.
Extended Certificate: D plus BB at A-Level.
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
We welcome and value a wide range of alternative qualifications. If you have a qualification which is not listed here, or are taking a combination of qualifications, please contact us via Admissions Enquiries.
International Requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. View our International Students pages for specific information about your country.
INTO University of East Anglia
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree:
International Foundation in Business, Economics, Society and Culture (for Year 1 entry to UEA)
International Foundation in Mathematics and Actuarial Sciences (for Year 1 entry to UEA)
Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
View our information for Tuition Fees.
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of course-related costs.
How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information:
Employability
After the Course
In an ever-changing and increasingly complex world, one thing is certain, Norwich Business School is where great business careers begin. Our degrees have a proven track record of leading to successful careers in accounting, management and financial services. You could go to work at major international companies such as Ernst & Young, PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, Sky, Next, Unilever, Goldman Sachs, HSBC and IBM, in roles such as trainee accountant, business analyst, auditor, insurance broker and more. The skills you’ll gain on this course are valued by all employers, so a wide range of sectors will be open to you including banking, commerce and retail.
Careers
A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.
Examples of careers that you could enter include:
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Chartered accountant
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Financial accountant
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Auditor
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Investment banker
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Tax adviser
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Entrepreneur
Discover more on our Careers webpages.