Accounting and Islamic Finance - BSc (Hons)

Islamic Finance is a fascinating and dynamic multi-disciplinary area of the international financial services sector. As an established niche of the finance industry, it is set to grow at an exponential rate over the next few years. As a result of the rapid growth experienced in this emerging area, individuals and finance organisations find themselves with limited knowledge of its unique and profound nature, leading to a significant skills shortage and which potentially offers graduates a range of opportunities.

This course will introduce and develop your knowledge in the various specialised areas such as Islamic Economics, Islamic Capital Markets and Islamic Social Finance, this will provide you with opportunities to gain industry experience, giving you the edge when it comes to competing in the graduate jobs market. There will be opportunities to gain work experience in countries where Islamic Finance services are being set up, or where they are established but in need of qualified staff.

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

It will also allow you to become more involved in University life by delivering, leading and supporting many aspects of the learning experience, from administration to research and mentoring roles.

GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or above
Equivalent level 2 qualifications can be accepted
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolmentSee level 3 entry under Irish Leaving Certificate for full details.

The course provides and immerses students in the true global nature of the industry through course content, assessments and visiting out in the field (practice).
Students will gain a professional outlook and real world experience by interacting with Islamic finance specialists in the various institutions including Islamic Charities
Students will be encouraged to participate in the various Islamic finance conferences within the UK to promote networking and research.
Students will study in our state-of-the-art City Centre Campus in the UK’s second city
Birmingham City University has just launched the Business Advice Centre and students will get an opportunity to work on live projects with real businesses.
Students will be able to benefit from our Graduate+ initiative. This three-year award course enables students to gain award levels for all the extra-curricular activities students undertake so that they can stand out from the crowd on graduation