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Accounting & Finance - BA (Hons)

Leeds Beckett University

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Leeds Beckett University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    City CampusC

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

This degree will equip you with a deep understanding of accounting and finance and their importance for organisations and businesses.

As part of this course, you’ll:

Develop the key skills and abilities to make an effective contribution to the financial management of organisations now and in the future

Construct and analyse financial statements and financial information using a range of techniques and electronic tools

Learn to describe and comment on accounting and finance research using data and methodologies

Tailor your studies by choosing modules to suit your interests and future career direction

Undertake a business simulation project to apply your knowledge and skills

Specialise in accountancy or gain a wider perspective on business

Have access to guest lectures so you can learn from our business links and industry professionals

Your academic community
You’ll study in the heart of Leeds, one of the UK's largest financial centres outside London. The vibrant academic community you’ll join includes tutors with a wealth of academic expertise and extensive practical and professional experience.

Teaching & Learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Career Prospects

This accounting and finance course puts you on the fast track to qualifying as a professional accountant. After graduating, you’ll have substantial exemptions from the examinations required to become a member of the major professional accountancy bodies. These could include the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales.

As well as accountancy, you could enter a wide variety of stimulating and financially rewarding occupations, including accounting, stockbroking, roles in the financial services and business management.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,840per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

  • University League Table

    78th

  • Campus address

    City Campus, Leeds Beckett University - City Campus, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3HE, United Kingdom

VIEW PROFILE
LBU is a global university, with alumni in 166 countries worldwide and a thriving Global Village network which welcomes and supports its students.
LBU is based in Leeds, at the heart of the UK. With over 70,000 students from across the world, Leeds is one of the UK’s most student-friendly cities.
Leeds Beckett celebrates the diversity international students bring and offers a range of scholarships to support all eligible students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Accounting & Finance

    61st out of 102 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 233
    115 49%

    58th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    53rd

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.27 82%

    19th

    49

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