COURSE CURRICULUM

The Accounting and Finance degree is structured to build expertise progressively over three years, combining technical accounting knowledge with broader financial and business skills. In Year 1, students gain a strong foundation through modules such as Economics and Law for Managers, which introduces key economic principles and legal frameworks, and Financial Management, which develops essential financial decision-making skills. Introduction to Financial Accounting and Introduction to Management Accounting establish the core principles of recording, reporting, and managing financial information, while Personal Taxation covers the basics of tax regulations. The Professional Accountant Toolkit provides practical skills and professional awareness to prepare students for their studies and future careers.In Year 2, the focus shifts to more advanced and specialised areas. Advanced Management Accounting deepens understanding of cost control, budgeting, and strategic decision-making. Business Research Methods equips students with the tools for academic and professional research. Business Taxation expands on tax planning and compliance, while Financial Reporting covers the preparation and interpretation of financial statements. Fintech and Digitalisation explores emerging technologies shaping finance, and Management Accounting further enhances performance analysis and control skills.Year 3 emphasises advanced application and professional readiness. Advanced Financial Reporting develops high-level reporting skills for complex transactions, while Auditing and Assurance covers principles and practices for ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial records. Corporate Finance focuses on investment, capital structure, and financial strategy, and Corporate Governance examines ethical and regulatory responsibilities. The Term Project serves as a capstone, allowing students to apply their learning to a substantial piece of independent research or analysis. This structured progression ensures graduates are equipped with the knowledge, technical abilities, and analytical skills required for professional success in accounting and finance.