Accounting & Finance

Turn your passion into purpose through Accounting & Finance at Birmingham Newman University

Explore how financial insight, ethical leadership and strategic thinking shape organisations and economies, with a strong focus on employability, professional standards and real-world application.

Whether your interests lie in auditing, taxation, investment or corporate finance, this subject area offers pathways that will help you analyse data, solve problems and make informed decisions.

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Accounting & Finance courses

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BSc Single Honours Accounting and Finance (Top-Up) (Full-time)

Start date:: Various

BSc Single Honours Business, Accounting and Finance with sandwich year(full-time)

Start date:: September 2025

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BSc Single Honours Business, Accounting and Finance (with Foundation Year)

Start date:: Various

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BSc Single Honours Accounting and Finance (with Foundation Year)

Start date:: Various

BSc Single Honours Business, Accounting and Finance (full-time)

Start date:: September 2025

BSc Single Honours Accounting and Finance (full-time)

Start date:: Various

Innovative Teaching Methods Delivered

Experience blended learning through lectures, seminars, workshops and online resources. Engage with case studies, problem-based learning and interactive simulations using financial, trading and accounting software.

Professional and Industry Engagement

Benefit from employability-focused modules and guest lectures led by industry experts, alumni and professional body representatives. Gain insight into current practice and build valuable connections.

Flexible and Personalised Support

Learn in manageable class sizes with interactive seminars and tailored feedback. Receive one-to-one academic tutoring and study modules aligned with professional areas such as audit, taxation and investment.

Career Development Opportunities

Choose a sandwich year or summer internship. Access CV workshops, mock interviews and careers support during your studies and for up to three years after graduation.

Choose from undergraduate and top-up degrees, including routes with foundation years and placement options. Flexible study modes support work, family and/or voluntary commitments, allowing you to progress at a pace that suits your goals.

Supportive and empowering learning. Learn from professionally qualified accountants and finance experts who bring industry experience into the classroom. Small-group teaching, personalised support and interactive learning help you grow academically, personally and professionally.

Study in a way that suits you. Experience the vibrant community of our campus, enriched by guest speakers, employer-led projects and placement opportunities, or take advantage of blended and online options for greater flexibility.

Accounting and Finance at Birmingham Newman University prepares you for a wide range of careers and further study. You will graduate with the technical expertise, analytical confidence and transferable skills valued across business, finance and the public sector.

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FAQs

What do I need to study Accounting and Finance at university?

To study at Birmingham Newman University, you’ll typically need 112 UCAS points. We welcome applications from a wide range of educational and personal backgrounds, including mature learners and those with non-traditional qualifications. Foundation year routes are available for those who need additional preparation.

What jobs can I get with an Accounting and Finance degree?

Graduates go on to careers in auditing, financial analysis, taxation, investment banking, corporate finance and consultancy. Many secure roles as management accountants, finance officers or analysts within six months of graduating. The degree also prepares you for further study or professional qualifications.

What do you study on this degree?

You’ll explore topics such as financial accounting, management accounting, audit and assurance, taxation, investment and risk. Modules include double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, performance management and capital markets. You’ll also complete a final-year dissertation or strategic finance project.

How is the course assessed at university?

Assessment includes computer-based exams (CBEs), reports, presentations, case studies and financial modelling tasks. These methods are designed to reflect professional practice and help you build technical and analytical skills. Regular feedback and one-to-one support are provided throughout your studies.

How much does the degree cost and what funding can I get?

For UK students, tuition fees are £9,535 per year for 2025-26. Fees are reviewed annually and may increase in line with inflation. Birmingham Newman University offers financial support including bursaries, scholarships and flexible payment plans. No fees are paid upfront, and repayments begin only once you earn over £25,000 per year. International students should check the university’s website for current fees and scholarship opportunities.