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Accounting & Economics (with Foundation Year) - BA (Hons)

Cardiff Metropolitan University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Llandaff Campus - Cardiff Metropolitan University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

This is a four-year programme that includes a year of foundational study and leads directly into the degree course. Our foundation year offers the chance to strengthen your skills, knowledge and confidence, before you advance to stage one of your honours degree.Our BA (Hons) Accounting and Economics degree at Cardiff Met focuses on real-world skills and critical thinking. The course is professionally accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).We are proud to be the first new university to adopt the new CORE Econ (Curriculum Open-Access Resources in Economics) and we work closely with industry, including the Government Economic Service, to ensure that your learning is in-line with industry needs.Whether you have your sights set on a career at one of the ‘big four’ leading accounting firms (Deloitte, EY, KPMG or PwC), or as an accountant, economist or finance professional within public, not-for-profit or private organisations, our accounting degree will kick-start your journey to Chartered Accountant status with substantial exemptions available from ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW examinations.We’ll provide you with a comprehensive introduction to all areas of accounting and economics to prepare you for further study at the final stages of professional accounting qualifications. You’ll learn from our financial expert lecturers who are not only academic thinkers and active researchers, but professionals sharing their own industry experience. Plus, the option of paid summer work placements or spending a year in industry can give you a competitive edge and enhance your learning in practice.We offer this degree with two study options. You can choose four years full-time or five years full-time which would include a one-year industry placement before your final year that will give you hands-on experience in a real-life working environment. This year in industry gives you practical skills that many employers seek, giving you a competitive edge upon graduation.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,000per year

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University information

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    72nd

  • Campus address

    Llandaff Campus - Cardiff Metropolitan University, Western Avenue, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF5 2YB, United Kingdom

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Cardiff Met is home to 1,200 international students from over 130 countries.
International students are valued and respected for the unique experiences and views they bring to university life.
A University of Sanctuary, Cardiff Met creates a safe and welcoming space for asylum seekers, refugees and migrants, supporting them to reach their potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Accounting & Finance

    73rd out of 104 2

    53rd out of 76 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 209
    99 47%

    71st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    50th

    36

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    88th

    32

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    95 43%

    62nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    36th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 75%

    63rd

    47

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