Accounting and Management with Foundation Year

Accounting plays a vital role in the success and direction of any business, no matter how big or small. Our practical, career-defining course will encourage you to dive into data, uncover the stories behind statistics, and develop your decision-making and problem-solving skills. Through interactive learning and real-world challenges, you'll develop the expertise needed to thrive in the fast-paced world of accounting.

Immerse yourself to become proficient in numerical analysis, accounting, and numerical report writing, allowing you to stand out from the crowd. Additionally, you'll enhance your professional skills, such as communication and digital literacy, which will prepare you for your future career.

Alongside studying for your accountancy degree, we actively support you in boosting your CV through industry placements, study abroad opportunities, or internships, including the latest online bite-sized digital experiences. If you're interested in corporate finance and business decision-making alongside accountancy, our BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree may also be of interest.

Why choose this course?

Learn to interpret, prepare, and present financial information for organisations of all sizes while gaining an appreciation of the ethical issues and impacts faced at all stages.

Industry recognised professional exams: we help jump-start your career by offering one of the highest pre-agreed ACCA professional exam exemptions in the UK by a university.

Strengthen your accounting expertise: choose from a range of specialist modules such as Taxation, Islamic Banking and Research Methods.

Graduate with the backing of an influential professional network: Our strong ties to industry leaders and professional bodies provide valuable extracurricular opportunities to develop your skills, enhance your CV, and expand your connections. We invite guest speakers and assist with career-boosting placements, as you take the next step in your career. These connections have opened many doors for our students, with 93% of Herts graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2021/22).

Unlock your entrepreneurial potential with our exclusive opportunities: If you have a passion for innovation, you will be encouraged to enter our ‘Flare Ignite’ annual competition, where winners will receive support, training, and investment to turn their ideas into reality.

Professional accreditations

By the time you complete your BA (Hons) Accounting degree, you’ll be ready to apply for exemptions from exams with professional accountancy bodies.

We’re accredited by, and work in collaboration with:

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)

If becoming a qualified accountant is your goal and you are looking for the maximum exemptions, you may wish to consider our BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree.

Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Public Finance and Accountancy, Chartered Institute of
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

The University of Hertfordshire will provide you with the skills needed for the modern workplace by delivering career-focused degrees. Herts consults with employers when designing courses and their facilities provide you with up-to-date, real-world experience, mirroring the careers and industries you'll work in after graduation.

You'll have the opportunity to take part in a range of co-curricular activities to help boost your CV, including an award-winning mock assessment centre.

Herts is a campus-based university spread over two sites with easy access to London, opening up a wealth of opportunities for placements, work experience, teaching and learning, as well as social and cultural experiences. It has a wonderfully diverse community of students and staff and offers a range of support services, from counselling to childcare, ensuring you can concentrate on studying and make the most of your time at university.