Diploma in Professional Studies in Accounting (ACCA)

University of Brighton

United Kingdom, Brighton

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University of Brighton

United Kingdom , Brighton

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Brighton- Moulsecoomb

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026

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Duration 9 month(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 13,425 / year

Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

Diploma in Professional Studies in Accounting (ACCA)

About

This course has been developed in conjunction with the ACCA to meet the requirements of both a Diploma in Professional Studies in Accounting and the ACCA Applied Skills syllabus.

As an accredited programme with the ACCA, on completion you'll be able to apply to the ACCA for exemptions from their Applied level papers. You'll also be eligible to progress onto the Accounting MSc/PGDip course.

You'll study a broad range of subjects including financial accounting, management accounting, financial management, taxation, auditing and law.

This course is offered on a part-time (over two years) and full-time basis (over 9 months). The part-time study option is available to UK (home) applicants only.

The university is an ACCA Gold Learning Partner, recognised as providing high quality standards of tuition and excellent student support. ACCA membership provides access to the institute’s resources and the opportunity to network with industry professionals.

The University of Brighton is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) – an accreditation achieved by fewer than 6% of business schools globally.

Developed to meet the requirements of the Diploma in Professional Studies in Accounting and ACCA Applied Level syllabus. Brighton uni is AACSB accredited.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

ACCA qualifications
You must gain ACCA exemptions or passes for the Applied Knowledge Papers (formerly papers F1-F3) as a minimum to be eligible to apply for the Diploma in Professional Studies in Accounting. We do not teach the Applied Knowledge Papers. However, the ACCA grant exemptions if you have a relevant degree or professional qualification. To find out whether you are exempt check the ACCA website. GCSE (minimum grade C or grade 4)
At least three subjects including English language and maths or a science. You will need to provide documentary evidence from the ACCA that you have passed, at a minimum*, the Applied Knowledge papers (formerly F1-F3) or have gained ACCA exemption from the Knowledge Papers stage. *If you hold more passes/exemptions than the Applied Knowledge papers (formerly F1-F3), email SBL-office@brighton.ac.uk for more information. English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept. ACCA student membership
You need to be a current registered student of the ACCA. It is advisable to apply for membership as soon as possible, since the process of obtaining membership takes much longer between September and December. Membership brings a number of advantages, including a subscription to Student Accountant magazine and practical online support. For more information about ACCA student membership, registration and exemptions see www.accaglobal.com. ACCA professional-level papers
If you hold passes or exemptions for the whole Applied stage (formerly papers F1–F9) you might be interested in our Accounting PGDip/MSc course that provides you with tuition for your professional-level papers. International students
Read our advice and guidance on applying for a visa, and ask us any questions you may have. Find out more about student visa applications.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.

Career

Careers

An Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification will help your career progress in any organisation. Employers worldwide will understand and respect your qualification. You will be in demand for your finance and accounting knowledge regardless of employment sector.

On completion of the Diploma in Professional Studies in Accounting you will be able to progress onto the Accounting PGDip/MSc course to gain a university qualification while receiving tuition for the ACCA professional-level papers.

AACSB accreditation

The University of Brighton is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

AACSB accredited schools lead business and management education, industry engagement and impactful research and enable our students to collaborate with academics in other world-leading universities.

Currently fewer than 6% of business schools globally are AACSB accredited. By gaining AACSB accreditation, the university has achieved its ambition to join a group of institutions considered to be the best business schools in the world.

Entrepreneurship network
Beepurple is the university’s entrepreneurship support network. They offer free support for any student or graduate with their business ideas, freelance plan or social enterprise project. Beepurple run events throughout the academic year, designed to equip you with skills that will improve your employability and help you grow a successful business. By taking part in beepurple activities, you will meet like-minded people, hear how other recent graduates have set up their own businesses and gain key enterprise skills that will help you stand out from the crowd.

For more information visit beepurple.

Mentoring scheme
Momentum is our award-winning mentoring scheme. It pairs students with professionals who wish to share their experience. Students and their mentors meet regularly to exchange ideas. The scheme helps students to develop new skills and enhance their career prospects.