Accounting and Finance Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Accounting and Finance Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
This course will introduce you to the principles and practice of Accounting and Finance. You will gain a thorough understanding of accounting concepts, which is ideal if you want to become a professional accountant. Having accounting and finance knowledge is an advantage in any profession today, from being a stockbroker to an economist. So even if you do not want to become a professional accountant, you will find this degree invaluable.
You will take part in lectures, seminars, workshops, task focused activities, field trips and excursions as part of this course. You will ...
This course will introduce you to the principles and practice of Accounting and Finance. You will gain a thorough understanding of accounting concepts, which is ideal if you want to become a professional accountant. Having accounting and finance knowledge is an advantage in any profession today, from being a stockbroker to an economist. So even if you do not want to become a professional accountant, you will find this degree invaluable.
You will take part in lectures, seminars, workshops, task focused activities, field trips and excursions as part of this course. You will also engage with industry practitioners. Each year we offer employer talk back events, this gives you the opportunity to hear from Accountants currently working in a variety of organisations and learn about their career paths and the opportunities for graduates in their organisations.
Take a look at distinct course features that set it apart:
* A focus on employability and getting you ready for the workplace.
* Tutors who are active researchers and will use their knowledge to help you develop yours.
* Dedicated 1 on 1 support from your personal tutor to help you reach your potential and seminar sizes of 20 to 25 students.
* Focus on the areas of your learning that matter to you, with options on module focus and support specific to you.
You will have the opportunity to take part in the off campus Sage course, you will learn about Sage accounting software and how this is used in practice. Sage is the market leader for integrated accounting, payroll, and payment systems, supporting the ambition of the world’s entrepreneurs.
Course Information
3 option s available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
York St John University
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A18-E54
Institution Code
Y75
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104.0
104 UCAS Points from UCAS Tariff Qualifications including but not limited to: A Level, BTEC, Access to Higher Education, T Level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
2 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including English Language, plus Maths GCSE at Grade B/5 (or equivalent).
Not accepted
UCAS Tariff
48.0
48 UCAS Points from UCAS Tariff Qualifications including but not limited to: A Level, BTEC, Access to Higher Education, T Level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
2 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including English Language, plus Maths GCSE at Grade B/5 (or equivalent).
Not accepted
Other
For Second Year entry, applicants must have completed the first year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 120 credits. Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content. Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course. For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/. If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.
Not accepted
Other
For Third Year entry, applicants must have completed the first and second year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 240 credits. Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content. Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course. For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/. If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.
Not accepted
UCAS Tariff
104.0
104 UCAS Points from UCAS Tariff Qualifications including but not limited to: A Level, BTEC, Access to Higher Education, T Level.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International, EU | £12,100 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |










































































