Accounting Studies Top Up BSc (Hons)

About the course

BSc Accounting Studies (Top-up) is designed for students who have already completed a relevant foundation degree or equivalent qualification and want to progress to a full honours degree. The course builds on your existing knowledge, deepening your understanding of financial reporting, management accounting and corporate finance within a professional and regulatory context.

The programme is aligned with professional body requirements and provides exemptions from selected examinations, supporting progression towards qualifications such as ACCA and CIMA. Accounting and Finance at Roehampton has been recognised for the quality of its teaching and student experience, reflecting our focus on academic standards and professional relevance.

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in advanced accounting and financial management, while gaining professional skills valued across finance, audit and consultancy sectors, including critical financial analysis, interpretation of complex financial statements, strategic decision making, risk assessment, ethical judgement and professional communication.

Modules offered can vary each year but may include:

• Advanced Financial Reporting

• Strategic Management Accounting

• Corporate Finance

• Auditing and Assurance

• Research Project

How you’ll learn

You will learn through:

• Lectures and seminars that deepen your understanding of advanced accounting principles

• Case study analysis using real world financial information

• Independent research supported by academic supervision

• Assessments including examinations, reports, presentations and a final project

• Academic and personal support through dedicated tutoring and feedback

You will also have access to a range of digital learning resources, including specialist accounting software and financial databases to support your studies.

Future opportunities

This top-up degree prepares you for graduate level roles in accounting and finance by strengthening your technical expertise and critical thinking skills. It supports progression towards professional qualifications and enhances your readiness for employment in financial services and corporate environments.

• Chartered accountant

• Financial analyst

• Management accountant

• Auditor

• Tax adviser

The qualification also provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in accounting, finance or related business disciplines.

Facilities

You will study in facilities designed to support applied business and accounting education.

• Dedicated business teaching spaces for lectures and seminars

• Access to financial and statistical databases

• Computer suites equipped with industry standard software

• Collaborative study areas for group work

These facilities support your academic development and help you apply accounting knowledge with confidence.

Roehampton offers something genuinely distinctive: a supportive campus community in Southwest London, combined with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities. It's the perfect balance, giving you access to exciting career opportunities, world-class culture and industry connections, alongside a real sense of belonging.

Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate subjects, taught by expert academics with real-world experience built in. With a thriving Students' Union, competitive sport and a campus that feels like home, there's a rich life beyond the lecture hall too.

Live where everything happens. With on-campus halls, affordable prices and bills included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free place to call your own - while stepping straight into a friendly, ready-made community. Plus, Roehampton is ranked the best-value student accommodation in London (Monzo), so you get more for your money.

With generous scholarships, bursaries, and a dedicated commuting bursary, Roehampton is committed to making sure finance is never a barrier. Whatever your background or responsibilities, Roehampton is designed to help you thrive.