Our BSc Accounting and Finance degree is designed to prepare you for a career in accountancy firms, financial institutions or large multinational enterprises.
Henley Business School is ranked in the top 25 in the UK for Accounting and Finance (23rd in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024).
On this degree you will obtain a critical grasp of core accounting and finance theory as well as sound technical knowledge. You will also gain a thorough understanding of the role of accounting and finance in business and society.
A range of core mo...
Our BSc Accounting and Finance degree is designed to prepare you for a career in accountancy firms, financial institutions or large multinational enterprises.<br/><br/>Henley Business School is ranked in the top 25 in the UK for Accounting and Finance (23rd in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024).<br/><br/>On this degree you will obtain a critical grasp of core accounting and finance theory as well as sound technical knowledge. You will also gain a thorough understanding of the role of accounting and finance in business and society.<br/><br/>A range of core modules will develop your understanding of the operation of the financial system and capital markets, and you will have the opportunity to apply the theory learned in a state-of-art dealing room, using computer trading simulations and spreadsheet modelling. Having acquired a sound understanding of core financial, accounting and business concepts in your first year, you can go on to take more advanced modules specialising in your key areas of interest in your second and final years.<br/><br/>The final year of the programme enables you to choose optional modules, tailoring your degree towards your own interests and aims. You will graduate with professional and technical skills that will be immediately transferable to the business environment.<br/><br/>This degree also offers you the opportunity to transfer to our campus in Malaysia for one year, while still completing the programme in a total of three years. This offers you a fascinating cultural experience, international perspective and the added bonus of reduced fees for that year.<br/><br/>This course offers the opportunity to apply for credit for prior learning from three major accounting bodies: ICAEW, ACCA and CIMA.<br/><br/>For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/business-and-management-accounting-and-finance-ug/bsc-accounting-and-finance
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
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Course Code
NN43
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 Distinction in at least 12 level 3 units in either Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, or Statistics International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B or A-level Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Statistics at grade B is also required. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English Language or English Literature at grade B (or 5) and GCSE Mathematics at grade 6 (or B) if Mathematics not taken at AS or A-Level. GCSE History, Geography, Religious Studies, Drama, Sociology or Politics at B (5) or AS/A Level English Litera OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. A level or AS level Mathematics at grade B or A Level Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics or Statistics are also required. Scottish Advanced HigherCambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalExtended ProjectB In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Not Accepted OCR Cambridge Technical CertificateNot Accepted AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)Not Accepted A levelA,B,B AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B or A-level Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Statistics at grade B. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)A B The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved, except Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics or Statistics. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £25,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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