Course Overview
This foundation year programme in Accounting and Finance is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and professional confidence needed to succeed in today's competitive job market. Delivered by experienced academics and industry professionals, you will combine theory with practical application from day one.
The course is available at our partner campuses in Hertfordshire, with full-time study options and multiple intake dates each year — making it accessible no matter where you are in your journey.
What You'll Study
The programme covers the core disciplines you need for a successful career in accounting and finance. Modules are updated regularly to reflect industry developments and employer expectations.
- Financial Accounting & Reporting (IFRS / UK GAAP)
- Management Accounting & Decision Making
- Corporate Finance & Investment Appraisal
- Audit, Assurance & Professional Ethics
- UK Taxation: Personal, Corporate & Indirect
- Financial Markets, Risk & Portfolio Theory
- Accounting Software & Data Analytics for Finance
- Preparation for ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW Exemptions
Career Prospects & Salary
Accounting and finance graduates are consistently among the most employable, with routes into practice, industry, banking and consulting.
* Salary ranges are indicative averages for the UK market based on industry data. Actual salaries vary by experience, location and employer.
Entry Requirements
- No formal entry requirements in most cases
- Motivation and commitment to study
- English Language IELTS 4.5 or equivalent
- Mature students (21+) welcome and assessed individually
Not sure if you qualify?Talk to an advisor— we assess every application individually and can often find a pathway that works for you.
Available Locations
Career Paths
Where this course can take you
Six UK careers that graduates of Accounting and Finance courses commonly move into. Each guide covers salary, training routes, sponsor-visa eligibility and the paths into UK employment.