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Accounting and Finance with Placement Year

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

The University of Southampton is ranked in the top 100 globally for Accounting and Finance (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026)


About this course

This four-year degree provides a strong foundation in financial and managerial accounting, investment, and finance. In addition to academic learning, you’ll spend your third year on a paid industry placement, gaining valuable real-world experience with leading firms such as JP Morgan, Deloitte, or EY. You’ll explore pathways toward professional accountancy recognition while gaining expertise in areas such as international banking, marketing, HR, or project management. The course is designed to help you understand and apply key theories and practices in audit, taxation, and financial reporting, with opportunities to present assignments to audit partners from PwC.


Key features of the course

• A full year paid industry placement supported by an award-winning placements team
• Flexible curriculum tailored to interests in areas like international banking, marketing, HR, or project management
• Direct contact and teaching from with research-led academics in corporate governance, taxation, auditing, and financial reporting
• Guest lectures and strong industry links to enhance your learning experience
• Accredited by ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA and CIMA with eligibility for professional exam exemptions
• Option to transfer to the study abroad option.


Future career

Graduates of this Programme are well-prepared for careers in accounting, finance, and business consultancy. The course’s professional accreditations enable you to apply for exemptions from exams with bodies such as ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA and CIMA, giving you a head start toward becoming a qualified accountant. You’ll also benefit from Southampton’s strong industry links, guest lectures, and networking opportunities that enhance your employability and professional development.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 26,200per year

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

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Accounting & Finance

    22nd out of 102 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 233
    147 63%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    25th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 76%

    73rd

    11

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