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Foundation YearFull-time

BSc (Hons) Business and Financial Management

Accounting and Finance

London£From £5,760 / year (UK)Next intake: September 2026

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 London, 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.

Graduate Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW)£25,000 – £40,000
Auditor (Practice)£28,000 – £55,000
Financial Analyst£38,000 – £70,000
Management Accountant£35,000 – £60,000
Tax Advisor£30,000 – £60,000
Corporate Finance Analyst£45,000 – £90,000
Finance Business Partner£45,000 – £80,000
Finance Director (career path)£80,000 – £180,000+

* 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.

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