Oxford Brookes University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Whatever area of business you pursue, accounting and financial skills will always be in demand. At Oxford Brookes, you’ll develop a strong understanding of global business operations, gaining the confidence and experience needed for the working world. Our BSc Accounting and Finance with a Foundation Year starts with essential business-focused study, preparing you for degree-level learning. Passing this year guarantees your place on the BSc Accounting and Finance programme, where you’ll build expertise in financial management, auditing, and business strategy. You’ll learn from qualified accountants and academic experts who bring professional insight and research into the classroom. Our strong employer connections help graduates become sought-after candidates, with guest speakers providing real-world perspectives. This degree is recognised by ACCA, ICAEW, and CIMA, meaning your studies will count towards professional chartered qualifications—giving you a head start in your career.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
- Chartered Institute of Management 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:
- NN4F
- Institution code:
- O66
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
At Oxford Brookes we are delighted to welcome international students from across the world. We have information on how to apply to Oxford Brookes as an international applicant on our website. Please copy and paste this link into your browser https://www.brookes.ac.uk/Study/International-students/Applying-to-arriving/How-to-apply.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | IELTS 5.5 overall with 5.5 in all skills |
Further information on our English language requirements can be found on our website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £5760 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5760 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5760 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5760 | Year 1 |
| International | £17100 | 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
Please note tuition fees for Home students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by government. Tuition fees for International students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Oxford Brookes University intends to maintain its fees for new and returning Home students at the maximum permitted level.
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP