If you're interested in the world of finance, our BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting degree is recognised by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), making it the perfect way to prepare yourself for a role in the industry. 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction on our Accounting & Finance courses - Complete University Guide 2025 Why study BSc (Hons) Finance & Accounting at BNU?

Cutting-edge topics: our curriculum is continuously evolved to stay relevant to updates in the finance and business industries. You'll learn about the issues which are driving change, such as blockchain in accounting and the use of AI in accounting. You'll also get to hear from guest speakers from professional bodies on specialist subjects. All of this means you can be confident that you'll graduate ready to step into a role; many of our finance graduates go straight into executive level positions rather than assistant level.

Learn industry-standard accounting software: you'll get lots of practical experience using software, including Sage. In addition to the time spent on them in class, you'll have 24/7 access to them to practice in your own time. You'll have the opportunity to gain additional certificates from professional bodies to demonstrate your competence with these programmes.

Taught by industry professionals: our degree is led by a dedicated and experienced course team who include accountants and consultants who have worked for some of the most well-known financial organisations in the world. You can learn more about the teaching team on our course website.

Choose your specialism: Buckinghamshire New University gives you the opportunity to choose your specialism for your future career after your experience of the core curriculum in year one. Rather than having to make your big decision before you join us, we introduce you to various specialisms and offer you the flexibility to choose the specialism which leads to your chosen career area. You can choose between BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting or BA (Hons) Finance and Business. These specialisms are also offered as four-year programmes, including an initial Foundation Year. The Foundation Year will allow you to develop your academic study skills and build confidence in your abilities, identifying your own strengths and development needs for progression onto an undergraduate programme.

What will I study? We are focused on providing you with all the building blocks you need to create a solid understanding of the financial accounting and business environments. You may have the opportunity to take part in trips to enhance your classroom learning; previous visits have included the Bank of England Museum in London. You will also hear from guest speakers from professional bodies. During your second year you will study topics in more detail, as well as advance management accounting and be introduced to UK taxation principles and rules. You will also be introduced to financial reporting and how to apply accounting standards and the theoretical framework in the preparation of financial statements of entities. In your final year, you will learn about international finance, auditing, UK corporation tax and move onto advanced financial reporting. You will also complete a major piece of independent research that will enhance your employability within the finance and accounting industry. You'll have the opportunity to take part in the University's Accountancy Clinic, assisting the local community. In addition to your studies, the BNU School of Business and Law regularly holds events to enrich your university experience and enhance your employability, such as a management fair, recruitment events, and alumni networking social meetings. What are my career prospects? There has always been a big demand for qualified specialists in accounting and finance, and you can seek out jobs in any sector.

Modules

Year one Preparing for Success: Knowledge and Creativity Preparing for Success: Self Development and Responsibility Inquiry Based Learning Introduction to Business Studies Year two Core Modules Management Accounting Financial Accounting Business and Technology Computerised Accounting Global Business and Sustainability with Academic Skills Introduction to Data and Analytics Year three Core Modules Advance Management Accounting Financial Management Financial Reporting 1 Introduction to UK Taxation (Personal Tax) Responsible Enterprise and Ethical Research Business Law and Practice Year four Core Modules Financial Reporting 2 International Finance UK Taxation (Corporation Tax) Independent Professional Project International Auditing

Assessment method

At Buckinghamshire New University we like to foster an interactive and student-focused teaching style where we blend lectures, seminars, one-to-one workshops, tutorial sessions, independent study and guest speakers to enhance the learning experience. Our lecturers work hard to ensure that you learn the latest industry standard practices and knowledge. To support in the delivery of this we also welcome industry experts and professionals to deliver guest lectures who share their experience of the latest trends and what companies are looking for. A range of assessment methods will be employed during your studies, including: essays reports exams oral presentations (individual and group) dissertation.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:: NN44

Institution code:: B94

Campus name:: High Wycombe Campus

Campus code:: -

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

International applicants

For information about applying to Buckinghamshire New University as an International applicant, please visit https://www.bucks.ac.uk/study/international

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 32 - 56 points

A level - EE - CD

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://bucks.ac.uk/applying-to-bucks/general-entry-requirements

English language requirements

Test	Grade	Additional details
IELTS (Academic)	6	We require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element lower that 5.5) or a recognised equivalent.

If English is not your first language or if you have studied in a non-majority English-speaking country, then you will typically be required to demonstrate your English language ability (speaking, listening, reading & writing) by way of a test such as IELTS.

BNU English Language Requirements

https://www.bnu.ac.uk/study/general-entry-requirements

Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England	£5760	Year 1
Northern Ireland	£5760	Year 1
Scotland	£5760	Year 1
Wales	£5760	Year 1
Channel Islands	£5760	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	£5760	Year 1
EU	£15150	Year 1
International	£15150	Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Buckinghamshire New University tuition fees cover the cost of instruction, assessment, and core academic materials. However, additional costs may be incurred for course-related items or requirements, such as, but not limited to: - Text books and supplementary reading materials - Specialised equipment or resources required for specific courses - Field trips, placements, or external activities - Printing, photocopying, and binding - Accommodation, travel, and living expenses Additional costs will vary by course. It is your responsibility as a student to budget for any additional expenses associated with your studies. For further details on what is included in your tuition fees, please check bnu.ac.uk/fees-and-funding

Sponsorship information

Buckinghamshire New University offers a range of bursaries and scholarships. For more information, please visit https://www.bucks.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/financial-support-bursaries-and-scholarships

Provider information

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Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP11 2JZ

Course contact details

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Enquiry form

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01494 605060

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