Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year) | Bournemouth University

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Course summary

The BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance program is designed to empower students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices, equipping them with the analytical skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of accounting.

Why study BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance (with Foundation Year) at BU?

Gain a comprehensive overview of the sector in your first year, with the flexibility to transfer to a different specialism within accounting and finance at the end of the year
Meet industry-leading practitioners and professionals through fieldwork, seminars and assessment activities
Opportunities to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions
Gain industry experience and enhance your employability by undertaking an optional 30-week placement which can be completed anywhere in the world
100% of our graduates are either employed or studying fifteen months after graduating.

This is the foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you with a grounding in the general business and management skills required for accounting and finance, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: N421
Institution code:: B50

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Historical entry grades data BETA

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Data from:
This course and 10 other business and management (foundation only) courses: Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

88% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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60 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

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