Accounting and Finance Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Every organisation needs people who can turn financial information into effective decisions. This course combines accounting theory with practical application, preparing you for roles across business, public services, charities and entrepreneurial organisations.

You will learn from professionally qualified accountants and research-active academics, using real world case studies, industry standard resources and authentic assessments that reflect professional practice. Throughout the course, you will develop technical accounting expertise alongside skills in data analysis, ethical decision making, digital technologies and communication.

You will explore how accounting, economics, law and sustainability influence organisational performance and decision making, building both commercial awareness and professional competence.

Visiting speakers from the accounting and finance sector will connect your studies to current industry practice, while an optional placement year provides valuable workplace experience. The course is designed to support exemptions from professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW, subject to performance.

On graduation, you will be equipped with the knowledge, analytical skills and professional confidence needed for a wide range of accounting and finance careers.

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By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be confident that:

At the University of Northampton, you’ll benefit from a supportive, career focused experience designed to help you succeed.

Personalised learning\
Benefit from small group teaching, expert academics and dedicated one to one support within our close knit learning community.

Built for your future\
Develop valuable skills, gain real world experience and build the confidence to succeed in your chosen career.

Guaranteed accommodation\
We guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full time first year students who apply and accept their offer by June 2027.\*

Exceptional student benefits\
Receive a brand new laptop at no additional cost, with essential textbooks available through our library.\*

A modern campus experience\
Study at our purpose built Waterside Campus, designed to support learning, collaboration and student life.

The Northampton Employability Promise\
We'll support you to achieve your career goals through personalised careers coaching and ongoing graduate support, including access to paid internships and discounted postgraduate study.\*

\*See our website for full terms, eligibility criteria and further information.