BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance
Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- N400
- Typical Offer
- ABB
- Contextual Offer
- BBC
- Course Length
- 3 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2027
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Course Overview
Why BSc Accounting and Finance at UEA?
Understanding accounting and finance is key to speaking the language of business. This degree helps you master that language and gain a strong competitive edge in your future career.
Why choose UEA?
- Career skills: Build your employability through employer sessions, guest lectures, and real-world insights
- Business links: Learn from lecturers with industry experience and strong links to professional bodies
- Cutting-edge content: Develop skills in data, AI, and sustainability, with flexibility to shape your own pathway
What is BSc Accounting and Finance?
Our BSc Accounting and Finance gives you a strong grounding in financial and management accounting alongside core business disciplines. This broad foundation opens up a wide range of career opportunities.
You’ll study a dynamic curriculum that reflects the fast-moving nature of global business. Your learning is shaped by the latest developments in accounting practice and research, ensuring your knowledge stays relevant and forward-looking.
From day one, you’ll be immersed in the modern world of finance, developing the skills and insight needed to succeed. You’ll graduate ready to thrive in a competitive, data-driven business environment.
Accreditations
When you successfully complete this BSc, you may qualify for some examination exemptions from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)(opens in a new window), the Association of International Accountants (AIA)(opens in a new window), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA),(opens in a new window) the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)(opens in a new window) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)(opens in a new window), depending on your choice of modules.
This course is part of Norwich Business School's Academic Partnership Program with the CQF Institute(opens in a new window), which is dedicated to supporting the professional development of students studying in the field of finance and quantitative finance.
Careers
Career Pathways
With a BSc Accounting and Finance degree, you could launch a career as a:
- Chartered Accountant
- Financial or Tax Accountant
- Auditor
- Investment Banker
- Entrepreneur
Career Support
UEA’s dedicated careers service, Career Central is here to support you throughout your studies and beyond. You’ll have access to events, workshops, one-to-one advice, and resources to help you plan your future. At Norwich Business School, we also run dedicated Employability and Professional Skills Weeks to connect you with employers and alumni. You’ll explore various career paths, build your skills, and gain the confidence to succeed in the workplace.
After the Course
Norwich Business School is where great business careers begin. Our degrees have a proven track record of leading to successful and rewarding careers in accounting, management and financial services. You could go to work at major international companies such as EY, 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. A wide range of sectors will be open for you to explore, including banking, commerce and retail.
Study and Modules
Structure
All BSc undergraduate degrees at the Norwich Business School share a common first year. This structure offers you a broad view of business as well as the flexibility to move to a different course if you find a new passion during your first year. As you continue through the course, you’ll be able to specialise and tailor your studies to your academic interests as well as your career goals.
In year one, you’ll explore the essentials of modern business, providing you with a solid grounding in financial and management accounting, corporate finance, quantitative methods for business, economics, digital business, and other related subjects.
By the end of your first year, you’ll not only have a strong foundation in your chosen subject but also a broad understanding of key business disciplines. This well-rounded knowledge will be invaluable in your future career, as you’ll be required to work collaboratively across different areas of a business. The most successful accounting and finance specialists are often those who can understand and communicate complex issues from various perspectives. Gaining a wide range of skills and knowledge early on will set you up for long-term success in your chosen role.
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.
Structure
After exploring the essentials of business in your first year, you’ll study financial reporting, management accounting and business finance in your second year. You’ll also choose to study either data manipulation or statistics because these skills are highly valued by employers.
You’ll have your choice of optional modules from those offered to BSc-stream Norwich Business School students, including modules focusing on tax and management. This means that you can start tailoring your expertise to your interests and career goals.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)Optional B Modules
(Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)Optional C Modules
(Min Credits: 20, Max 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.
Structure
In your final year, your studies will become more advanced as you go beyond learning the theory and practice of accounting and finance. You’ll begin to engage critically with different theories and develop your own ideas. You’ll also delve into the most current debates facing business today. You’ll take one compulsory module and five optional ones.
Our annual modules fair will help you choose the right options for your future.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 40)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 60)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, and Assessment
Teaching and Learning
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, which means that you’ll 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 for your future career.
In the first year, you’ll be supported in learning how to study at university and discovering the tools and resources available to you. Studying at university is a new step in your academic journey, with greater emphasis on independent study.
In the second year, you’ll have some compulsory modules and some optional modules where you’re free to choose topics of interest. Several modules in the second year have accreditations with professional accountancy bodies which can help your future career.
The final year of your course includes a range of optional modules, allowing you to build on your knowledge of your specialist interests or explore the field of business more broadly. You’ll fully develop the higher learning skills of critical thinking and analysis. Teaching and learning will incorporate current business issues, case studies and the latest research to address business problems.
Assessment
You’ll encounter a range of assessment methods across different modules, contributing in various proportions to your overall mark. Assessment methods include examinations, course tests, coursework, essays, reports, presentations, and projects. We use formative assessment in each module so that you can gain feedback on your skills and understanding before completing summative work. You’ll also receive constructive feedback on your summative assessments to help you develop your understanding and skills and improve your performance.
In year one, a variety of assessment techniques are used in different modules to prepare you for your future years at UEA. Some accredited modules are found in year one.
In year two, you’ll continue to encounter a wide variety of assessment techniques spanning coursework, examinations, reports, presentations, and projects. Due to the requirements of accounting accreditation and accountancy professional bodies, some modules are more weighted towards exam assessment.
Your last year of study places more emphasis on coursework, allowing you to demonstrate your critical thinking skills and business insights.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Contextual Offers
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(opens in a new window).
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
A levels
ABB
Contextual offer: BBC
BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM
Contextual offer: DMM
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3
Contextual Offer: Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and Pass in 15 credits at Level 3
T levels
Obtain an overall Merit.
LIBF Diploma
LIBF Diploma is accepted as equivalent of 1 A Level.
- Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate
32 points overall
Irish Leaving Certificate
3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3
Scottish Highers
AAABB
A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
Scottish Advanced Highers
BCC
A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- 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.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).
A levels
ABB
- UEA International Study Centre
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre 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.
- 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(opens in a new window) 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, UEA International Study Centre 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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- 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.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:
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UK Students: £10,050
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International Students: £24,250
We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).
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(opens in a new window) 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
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