University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
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Accounting and Finance with Placement Year
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
Course summary
"Choose Southampton and you'll also be joining a department ranked in the top 100 in the world for Accounting and Finance (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).
This degree will teach you how to prepare and interpret financial and managerial information for a variety of users.
On our four year programme, you'll also get to spend your third year on a paid industry placement. Where you'll gain real life experience and boost your CV at companies like JP Morgan, Deloitte or EY.
• Our award-winning placements team will support in finding placement opportunities, interview practice and throughout your placement year.
• You'll gain a sound understanding of investment and finance, and increase your employability by completing a year's paid work placement in industry.
• Our research-focused academics keep the course up to date with the latest financial, regulatory and accounting requirements and trends. You'll also have the opportunity to work with companies like PwC on real industry projects.
• This course is very flexible and can be tailored to your own interests and career plans. Choose optional modules in a range of business and management topics.
• Benefit from our strong links with industry and attend guest lectures. This programme is accredited by professional bodies including ICAEW, ACCA and CIMA, and allows you to apply for professional exam exemptions."
Modules
On our Accounting and Finance course you'll learn how to prepare and interpret financial and managerial information for a variety of users with a sound understanding of investment and finance.
Some of the modules you may study include Financial Management; Portfolio Theory and Financial Markets; and Financial Accounting using Accounting Software.
Assessment method
We'll assess you using dissertations; essays; individual and group projects; written exams.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- International Accountants, Association of
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
- Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
- Public Finance and Accountancy, Chartered Institute of
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N401
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Southampton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N401
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
Typical offer: AAB
Offers typically exclude General Studies
The below subjects are considered as restricted. This means that we can accept one subject from the following list if combined with other academic subjects:
Applied subjects
Art: including Design, Fine Art, Photography, Textiles
Communication Studies
Communication and Culture
Creative Media
Creative Writing
Critical Thinking
Dance
Drama
Film Studies
Health & Social Care
Home Economics
Hospitality and Supervision
ICT/IT
Leisure Studies
Media Studies
Music Technology
Outdoor Education
PE
Performing Arts
Public Services
Sports Studies/Science
Theatre Studies
Travel & Tourism
World Development
Please note: Computing, Computer Studies, Product Design and Applied Business (single and double awards) are not considered to be restricted subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
DDD in the Business BTEC National Extended Diploma.
BTEC qualifications should be in Business, please check with us if your BTEC qualification is in a different subject before applying.
Access to HE Diploma - D: 39 credits M: 6 credits P: 0 credits
60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 39 must be at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit
Offers typically exclude Social Care/Healthcare pathways.
Scottish Higher
We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject).
Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
DD in the Business BTEC National Diploma plus A from one A-level.
Some subjects are excluded and restricted - please check the subjects listed under the A level section which also applies to all qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AA from two A levels.
Some subjects are excluded and restricted - please check the subjects listed under the A level section which also applies to all qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDD
DDD in the Business BTEC Extended Diploma.
BTEC qualifications should be in Business, please check with us if your BTEC qualification is in a different subject before applying.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF) - DD
DD in the Business BTEC Diploma plus A grade from one A-level.
Some subjects are excluded and restricted - please check the subjects listed under the A level section which also applies to all qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) - D
D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AA from two A levels.
Some subjects are excluded and restricted - please check the subjects listed under the A level section which also applies to all qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
Typical offer: Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level and grade 4 at SL in Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation.
Some subjects are excluded and restricted - please check the subjects listed under the A level section which also applies to all qualifications.
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP):
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer.
Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - B
AAB from 3 A levels or AA from two A levels and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales.
Some subjects are excluded and restricted - please check the subjects listed under the A level section which also applies to all qualifications.
Extended Project - A
The University of Southampton values the Extended Project Qualification. If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A-level offer: ABB plus grade A in the EPQ
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H1, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2
All applicants would be required to have achieved a grade of O4 in Mathematics and English, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.
Some subjects are excluded and restricted - please check the subjects listed under the A level section which also applies to all qualifications.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, D3, M2
D3, D3, M2 in three Principal subjects
Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer but care must be taken with subjects when combining qualifications. As per our A level restricted subjects, we can only accept one restricted subject
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 6*/B).
* Grade 5 in mathematics (in the new reformed GCSE's) can be accepted if an applicant has grade B in A levels Maths, Physics, Economics, Geography, Psychology or Business.
Please note we cannot accept a grade 5 in mathematics if you are studying other qualifications, the requirement is a grade 6.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DDD
If you are studying an OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Business then this is accepted and we strongly suggest you contact us before applying if you are studying a different subject.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - DD
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in Business is accepted if combined with one suitable A level with grade A. If your OCR is not in Business, we strongly suggest you contact us before applying.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma - D
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Business is accepted if combined with two suitable A levels with grade A's but care must be taken with subjects and restricted subjects when combining Diplomas and A levels. As per our A level restricted subjects, we can only accept one restricted subject.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate - Not accepted
AQA Level 3 Technical Level (720 glh) - Not accepted
We welcome applicants with other qualifications eg. European Baccalaureate, International Foundation Programmes in the UK. You will be expected to attain an equivalent standard to the A level applicant.
For more details on the suitability of your qualifications or foundation programme please contact the Faculty of Social Sciences Admissions Team at AdmissionsUG.SS@southampton.ac.uk
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
A proportion of students who enrolled on this course in previous years exceeded their offer conditions securing their place on their chosen course with grades higher than our published entry criteria.
We encourage all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, to apply to study with us. Applicants who qualify for contextual admissions will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £25200 | Year 1 |
| International | £25200 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
These tuition fees are for 2025 entry and our 2026 entry tuition fees will be updated in August 2025. Please see our website for further details and updates: www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page.
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