Accounting and Finance

Why choose this course?

• 93% of students are in employment or in further study (2019/20 Graduate Outcome)
• This course is CIMA, ICAEW & ACCA accredited
• For ACCA one of the highest pre agreed professional exam exemptions in the UK by a university

This course goes beyond the numbers, looking at the stories they tell. We are committed to bringing this way of working to life. You'll benefit from a lot of interactive sessions, including simulations and group exercises.  

Assessments are varied and balanced. Whilst there is a need for closed book exams to get the professional exemptions, these are complemented by practical options including online tests, professional report writing, group presentations, and discussions to prepare you for employment.

For hard-working students, you have a support team that is 100% behind you, whatever your background. They will share their expertise, advice, networks and experience and are focused on nurturing your potential as they help you succeed.  

We foster strong relationships with Industry and Professional Associations. Get exemptions from various professional exams and become a fully qualified accountant sooner. This course offers exemptions from a range of accounting bodies including the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). Students on the programme have also had the opportunity to benefit from mentors provided by PwC Watford, Legal & General, Deloitte and the ICAEW Beds, Bucks and Herts Society. 

You will also benefit from several networking events throughout the year, where you can meet industry professionals. Students are encouraged to take part in enterprise competitions such as University Business Challenge and Enactus. Those with an entrepreneurial spirit are encouraged to enter the 'Flare Ignite' annual competition for students and alumni looking to start their own businesses. Winners get support, training, and funding to help make their ideas a reality. 

What's the course about?

Accounting and Financial experts are crucial to the success of any organisation, from micro businesses to large corporates. They play an essential part in determining strategic direction because of the insight they provide and the metrics they manage. 

You'll learn the skills of modern accountants who build on the mathematical side, with analytical skills, making numerical based decisions. Modules in the course will assist you in honing your numerical, creative, digital, problem-solving and reporting skills. You will be fully supported every step of the way.  

If you are serious about a career in finance or accounting and wish to take the relevant professional examinations, this course will help. It provides a solid basis to kick-start your journey. The combination of your newfound knowledge combined with the practical experience you gain will give you a significant advantage in the workplace. We also maintain solid relationships with professional bodies and leading companies, so you can launch your career with the support of a wide-ranging and influential network. The course also offers you an exemption from professional exams.  

This Accounting and Finance degree follows a similar path to the BA (Hons) Accounting but has a stronger focus on corporate finance and business decision-making.

Where you'll study

Hertfordshire Business School and our Enterprise Hub are both located on the University of Hertfordshire de Havilland Campus. You'll be sharing the campus with those studying business, law, sports, education, and the humanities, as well as the Sports Village, which features a gym, swimming pool, coffee shop, and climbing wall. 

There are two dining options, a bar, and a recreational space on campus where you can shoot some pool or play video games. The Enterprise Hub is a vibrant destination where local firms and students can work and learn in comfort. In addition to open study spaces, our Learning Resources Centre also features private study rooms, and is open 24/7 allowing you to study around your schedule. 

The student union bar and additional facilities are only a 20-minute walk (or short bus ride) away at our second campus. Student housing is available near both campuses.  

Tawajihiya with 70% or above. High School Diploma with a minimum overall average of 3.0, 2 Advanced Placement (AP) with a minimum score of 3.0

Apply via UCAS

All applications for undergraduate university degree courses are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

Typically, they must submit their application to UCAS by 15 January deadline to give them the best possible chance of securing a place at their preferred university. For further details, look up the key UCAS dates so you are aware of what you have to do when.

They can choose up to 5 courses to apply for. These can be at one university or spread across different institutions. The same application is used for the 5 choices so selecting similar topics will make it easier to write a focused submission.

Completing the UCAS application

If you have questions on how to apply, you can talk to staff during a university open day visit.

The UCAS application is made online. Information required include:

1. personal details and information about support requirements.
2. background details.
3. course and university choices.
4. education and qualifications overview.
5. employment details and experience.
6. personal statement.