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Accounting and Finance at University of Worcester - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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University of Worcester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

25Oct
University of Worcester - Open Day
Undergraduate
29Nov
University of Worcester - Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

What makes the Accounting and Finance diploma special? The course will be delivered by Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMet) in Birmingham. Our diploma in accounting and finance aims to build your skills portfolio for a rewarding career in business, in the field of accountancy or finance. You'll actively engage with employers and the leading professional bodies during your time with us, as you position yourself to enter this highly influential sector. With its strong focus on business sustainability, including environmental, social and governance issues, this course will show you're a highly analytical, numerate and commercially driven graduate. You'll also be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills that employers value and have the opportunity to gain 'real world' experience through the optional placement year. On successful completion of the course, you will have the opportunity for a direct entry to year 3 (L6) of the BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance at the University of Worcester This will offer you an optional work placement year as well as shorter-term internships opportunities. In addition, if you continue onto the final year at Worcester, on successful completion of the BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree programme we expect that you will be eligible for exemptions with all professional bodies, ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA, CIPFA and IFA. (This is pending approval from professional bodies.) Key features

  • We have designed the course with you and your profession in mind and closely aligned the content to the syllabi of professional accountancy bodies
  • You will put your skills at test with the industry placement opportunities and prepare yourself for your future career
  • On successful completion of this course, you would be able to progress to L6 of the BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance at the University of Worcester with an optional work placement year and internships
Future employment Studying accounting and finance will prepare you for a range of business careers including in accountancy or financial services such as accounting, insurance, banking or international trade. On our accounting and finance course, you'll also give you the chance to get access to work with professional accountants and finance specialists. These professionals have experience of management, consultancy or running their own business across sectors including banking and manufacturing. Why the University of Worcester? The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation. At Worcester, small class sizes, supportive tutors, and professionally focused courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education. • University of the Year finalist in the Times Higher Education Awards 2025. • First in the UK for sustained employment, further study or both, from any multidisciplinary university – Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2017 to 2025. • First in the UK for quality education – Joint 1st in the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings 2025. Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

How to apply

14Jan

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:
N404
Institution code:
W80
Campus name:
Birmingham Metropolitan College (Matthew Boulton College)
Campus code:
D

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

Please visit the fees and finance pages of the University of Worcester website for tuition fee information: https://www.worcester.ac.uk/study/fees-and-finance/
Accounting and Finance at University of Worcester - UCAS