Accounting And Finance

Accounting and finance are the languages in which organisations, from small businesses to multinational companies to public institutions, record what they own, what they owe, what they earn, and what they spend. The ability to read, prepare, and analyse financial information is genuinely indispensable across the whole of the economy, and the analytical skills that accounting and finance education develops, precision, logical reasoning, and structured problem-solving, are valued well beyond the finance function itself.

At Edge Hill University, this three-year full-time degree gives you a thorough grounding in both accounting and finance alongside an understanding of the business and management context in which financial decisions are made. You will study the principles of financial reporting, management accounting, corporate finance, taxation, and auditing, and you will develop the quantitative and analytical skills that underpin professional practice in the field. The degree includes a sandwich year, a year abroad option, and a work placement, giving you structured opportunities to build professional experience and to test your skills in a real business environment before you graduate.

This practical exposure is highly valued by employers in accountancy and financial services.

Graduates in accounting and finance go on to careers across a wide range of sectors and organisations. Many enter professional accountancy practice, working towards qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. Others move into financial analysis, investment management, corporate treasury, management consultancy, or roles in the public sector and financial regulation.

The combination of technical financial knowledge and business understanding the degree develops also supports careers in general management and entrepreneurship. For those who want to continue their studies, the degree provides a strong foundation for postgraduate programmes in accounting, finance, or business. The typical entry tariff is 104 points.