BSc in Accounting & Finance
Bachelor's degree
In Hayes, Middlesex
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Hayes, middlesex
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Duration
3 Years
Suitable for: This degree is particularly suited to those who wish to go on to take professional accountancy qualifications. Indeed students may be able to gain exemptions from several of the examinations of professional accountancy bodies and should contact the relevant bodies for advice on this matter.
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About this course
In order to satisfy the entrance requirements for the BSc Accounting and Finance, you must:
normally* be at least 17 years old and either have passes in:
- two subjects at GCE 'A' level, plus at least three further subjects at GCSE/GCE 'O' level at Grade C or above or
- three subjects at GCE 'A' level (with one 'A' level at not less than Grade D) or
- three subjects at GCE 'A' level and one further subject at GCSE/GCE 'O' level at Grade C or above or
- two subjects at GCE 'A' level, plus two further subjects at GCE 'AS' level and
demonstrate competence in Mathematics at least equivalent to GCSE/GCE 'O' level at Grade C or above and
provide proof of competence in English which is acceptable to the University. A test of proficiency may be required and
if you wish to register for any of the law units (with the exception of unit 27) online access is also a requirement for registration.
*Applications will be considered from applicants who do not meet the normal minimum age requirement for admission. Each application will be considered on an individual basis, and the decision taken at the discretion of the University of London.
Note: Applicants with other qualifications not listed above and/or suitable work experience will be considered by the University of London on an individual basis. There are many other acceptable qualifications both from the UK and overseas, which the University accepts instead of British 'O' and 'A' levels.
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Course programme
University of London External Programmes - Lead College London School of Economics (LSE)
This degree is particularly suited to those who wish to go on to take professional accountancy qualifications. Indeed students may be able to gain exemptions from several of the examinations of professional accountancy bodies and should contact the relevant bodies for advice on this matter. A BSc from the University of London is an internationally acknowledged qualification and will allow the holder to be a strong candidate in today’s highly competitive finance environment.
CAMS offers excellent support and tuition for the BSc Accounting and Finance awarded by the University of London. Each unit is delivered by an expert tutor in the respective field and students are guided through all the elements of the course. Furthermore, CAMS student support remains consistent throughout the academic year, with particular attention being given to study techniques and exam strategies upon approach to the assessment period.
In addition to having many useful online resources, the LSE also runs a study weekend and a summer school to which all students are welcome.
Year 1
Course Structure
The degree consists of 12 units when taken through the Standard Route and 9 units through the Graduate Entry Route.
All exams are taken at the University of London in May and June of each year.
Standard Entry Route
02 Introduction to economics
04a Statistics 1 (half unit) and 05a Mathematics 1 (half unit)
24 Principles of banking and finance
25 Principles of accounting
Year 2
107 Introduction to business and management
28 Managerial economics *(02 + 05a)
92 Corporate finance *(02 +05a or 02 + 05b)
91 Financial reporting *(25)
Year 3
93 Auditing *(25)
97 Management accounting *(25)
27 The law of business organisations
402 Company law
Graduate Entry Route
Year 1
02 Introduction to economics
04a Statistics 1 (half unit) and 05a Mathematics 1 (half unit)
25 Principles of accounting
Year 2
28 Managerial economics *(02 + 05a)
92 Corporate finance *(02 +05a or 02 + 05b)
91 Financial reporting *(25)
Year 3
93 Auditing *(25)
97 Management accounting *(25)
27 The law of business organisations
*Pre-requisite/s
BSc in Accounting & Finance