COURSE CURRICULUM

The BSc Accounting and Finance program at Lancaster University offers a comprehensive and flexible curriculum that builds strong foundations in accounting, finance, and business while allowing students to develop analytical, quantitative, and professional skills over three years. In the first year, modules like Introduction to Accounting and Finance and Principles of Economics introduce fundamental financial and economic concepts, supported by courses in Quantitative Methods and Professional Skills that establish practical competencies. The second year deepens this knowledge through subjects such as Financial Accounting, Principles of Finance, and Management Accounting for Business Decisions, while modules like Accounting Information Systems and Auditing explore the technical systems and frameworks underpinning financial reporting and governance. Career development is integrated through modules like Career Skills in Accounting and Finance, which prepare students for job applications and workplace readiness. In the final year, advanced modules such as Corporate Finance, International Financial Risk Management, Advanced Management Accounting, and Financial Accounting II allow students to apply their knowledge in complex and international contexts. Electives like Business and Management in the 21st Century and the Global Classroom (Media) offer interdisciplinary perspectives on ethics, sustainability, and globalisation. Overall, this degree equips students with the skills and knowledge to succeed in diverse finance and accounting roles or pursue further professional qualifications.