Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance is a four-year, Level 6 programme that includes a foundation year. It leads to a full bachelor’s degree awarded by the University of West London (UWL). The foundation year is designed to develop the academic skills and subject knowledge needed to succeed on the three-year degree, with modules tailored to individual student needs. The programme has been developed with input from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), and students who complete the degree may be eligible for exemptions from certain ACCA examinations, subject to ACCA’s own criteria at the time of application. Graduates may progress to roles in accounting, finance, or related professional fields, or to further study, depending on individual circumstances.
| Programme Title | BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance |
|---|---|
| Awarding Body | University of West London |
| Level | Level 6 Bachelor of Arts |
| Duration | Four Years (with Integrated Foundation Year) |
| Intake | September; February; May |
| Mode of Study | Full-time |
| Campuses | Liverpool Street |
| Tuition Fees | £9,535 per year; £5,760 Foundation Year |
| Additional Costs | Students should budget for: textbooks and learning materials; printing and stationery; travel costs to and from campus; optional educational trips or external events; graduation and re-assessment fees (if applicable) |
Teaching, Learning and Contact Hours
- Students can expect approximately 9 hours of scheduled teaching per week, depending on the level of study, which includes lectures, seminars, and workshops
- Students are expected to complete independent study (around 35 hours per week)
Delivery may include:
- In-person teaching at our Liverpool Street campus
- Digital learning platforms and resources
Teaching methods include:
- Task-based learning
- Group work and collaborative projects
- Real-world case studies
Assessment Methods
Assessments vary by module but typically include:
- Coursework (reports, essays, portfolios)
- Presentations (individual and group)
- Practical projects
- Time-constrained assessments or exams
Course Modules
Foundation Year
- Introduction to Business
- Recording of Business Transactions
- Personalised Learning
- Data Handling and ICT
- Managing People and Systems
- Study Skills for Success
Year One
- Digital Skills for Accountants
- Introduction to Financial Accounting
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Management Accounting
- Introduction to Economics
- Introduction to Sustainability in Accounting
Year Two*
- Auditing in Context
- Financial Accounting
- Taxation
- Management Accounting
- Financial Management
- Business and Corporate Law
Year Three**
- Financial Reporting*
- Corporate Finance*
- Performance Management and Control*
- Blockchain Technologies in Finance
- Personal and Corporation Taxation
- Auditing
- Analysis Report on Current Issues in Accounting and Finance
BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance (with Integrated Foundation Year) Entry Requirements
Year 1 Entry
112-120 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications
These can include:
- A-Levels at grade B, B and C, or above
- BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit
- Access to HE Diploma
- T Levels
You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents.
Level 5 (year 2) entry
To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area.
Level 6 (year 3) entry
To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area.
Foundation Year Entry
72 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications
These can include:
- A-Levels at grades B and C (if you have two A-Levels) or grades D, D and D (if you have three), or above
- BTEC Extended Diploma with Merit, Merit, Pass
- Access to HE Diploma
- T-Levels
You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents.
Mature applicants (aged 21+): Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants applying as mature students, or those whose previous qualifications were not taught and assessed in English, will be required to complete an English language assessment on campus.
This assessment is used to ensure that all students have the necessary level of English proficiency to successfully undertake their studies. Applicants will be contacted with further details as part of the admissions process.
Applicants should also be able to demonstrate an interest in accounting and finance and motivation to engage with degree-level study.
All applications are assessed against UWL’s admissions requirements. Offers are subject to UWL’s final approval.
Facilities and Learning Resources
Students will have access to:
- Modern classrooms and IT suites
- Library and digital learning resources
- Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
- Academic support and study skills services
- Careers and employability support
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue roles in:
- Corporate Finance
- Business and Corporate Law
- Taxation
Franchise Arrangement
This course is:
Awarded by: University of West London (UWL)
Delivered by: UK College of Business and Computing
UWL is responsible for:
- Academic standards and quality assurance
- Awarding the degree
UKCBC is responsible for:
- Day-to-day teaching
- Student support and campus facilities
Course Changes and Variability
The University reserves the right to:
- Update modules or course content
- Change teaching staff
- Adjust delivery methods where necessary
Changes will only be made where required to improve quality or comply with regulations, and students will be informed in advance wherever possible.
Student Contract, Withdrawals and Refunds
To find out more about these policies, please click the relevant links below for full details on each:
- UWL Student terms and conditions
- Tuition fee liability
- Refund policies
- Withdrawal procedures
Applicants are advised to review these before enrolment.
*Pre-requisites:
- To progress to L5 Management Accounting, students need to have passed (or been exempted for) L4 Introduction to Management Accounting.
- To progress to L5 Financial Accounting, students need to have passed (or been exempted for) L4 Introduction to Financial Accounting.
**Pre-requisites:
- To progress to L6 Corporate Finance, students need to have passed (or been exempted for) L5 Financial Management.
- To progress to L6 Financial Reporting, students need to have passed (or been exempted for) L5 Financial Accounting.
- To progress to L6 Performance Management and Control, students need to have passed (or been exempted for) L5 Management Accounting.
- To progress to L6 Auditing, students need to have passed (or been exempted for) L5 Auditing in Context.
- To progress to L6 Personal and Corporate Taxation, students need to have passed (or been exempted for) L5 Taxation.