Course summary
The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 onwards will be from Coventry University main campus. Foundation year This year aims to provide the fundamental knowledge and skillset in a range of mathematical and business principles, as well as the theories and concepts involved in investment risk and professional ethics. Degree Accountants with the skills to monitor the flow of money for a business while being able to spot and protect against potential challenges, are highly sought after. Global uncertainty and the challenges of the economic climate, mean that skills in this field could be more important than ever before. Why you should study this course
- Prepare for professional qualifications - Our degree is closely aligned to the syllabi of professional accountancy bodies* including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
- Develop practical skills in our Bloomberg Trading Floor: gain hands-on experience of market-leading financial databases such as Bloomberg, LSEG Workspace, Fitch Connect, Bureau van Dijk Fame, along with opportunities for professional certifications for Bloomberg, LSEG Workspace and in ESG at no additional cost.
- Develop your skills on our Trading Floor: which is currently one of the largest academic trading floors in Europe, featuring 42 dual screen Bloomberg terminals.
- Put your skills to the test: Prepare and analyse financial statements, as well as studying the impact of finance on real businesses through case studies of a diverse range of organisations.
- Benefit from real-world exposure: Prepare for a future career in accountancy with a work placement. Past students have undertaken placements at PwC, Ernst & Young, Deloitte, Jaguar Land Rover and the NHS.
- Access our sigma Maths and Stats Support Centre* : Access maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions with experienced staff.
- Benefit from real-world exposure
- Join like-minded communities: enrich your student experience by becoming a member of a student-led society such as the Investment Society, the Economics Society and the Coventry Business Club Society.
Modules
Key modules in the Foundation year include academic skills for accounting and finance - 30 Credits accounting and spreadsheets - 30 Credits investment and risk - 30 Credits cost, revenue and professional ethics - 30 Credits After Foundation you will join a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. Year One Modules Principles of Finance - 30 Credits Principles of Management Accounting - 30 Credits Principles of Financial Accounting - 30 Credits Mathematic, Statistics and Academic Skills - 30 Credits Year Two Business, Law, Ethics and Sustainability - 30 Credits Financial Reporting - 30 Credits Financial Management - 30 Credits Taxation - 30 Credits Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. Final Year Undergraduate Project - 30 Credits Performance Management for Decision Making - 30 Credits Audit and Internal Control - 30 Credits Investment Analysis - 30 Credits [Choose one from two modules] Business Strategy - 30 Credits [Choose one from two modules] We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website
Assessment method
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods include: Formal examinations Phase tests Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Exams Individual Assignments The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards the achieving the intended learning outcomes.
How to apply
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.
Student Outcomes
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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 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
Provider information
CU Coventry
8 Mile Lane
Coventry
CV1 2TU