University course · real outcomes from HESA / Discover Uni · part of Careermash
University degree
Accounting
West Herts College
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Worth knowing: about 60% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
Robin · your guide
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About this course
Accounting plays a vital role in the success and direction of any business, no matter how big or small. Our practical, career-defining course will encourage you to dive into data, uncover the stories behind statistics, and develop your decision-making and problem-solving skills. Through interactive learning and real-world challenges, you'll develop the expertise needed to thrive in the fast-paced world of accounting.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
64-79 pts10%
80-95 pts40%
96-111 pts10%
112-127 pts15%
How they qualified
70% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels70%
another degree15%
other higher education10%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
87%
In work or further study after
40%
Continue past first year
91%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£27,500
After 15 months
£27,500
3 years on
£36,000
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Administrative occupations23%
Business and public service associate professionalsHighly skilled28%
Finance ProfessionalsHighly skilled26%
Sales occupations7%
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled6%
Elementary occupations5%
Customer service occupations3%
Business, Research and Administrative ProfessionalsHighly skilled2%
What students say National Student Survey
91%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching93%
Assessment & feedback88%
Academic support87%
Well organised97%
Learning resources90%
Student community90%
In students' own words
★★★★★
Exceeded expectations
I've grown so much academically and personally here. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — good tra…
Class of 2023 · Part-time
★★★★★
Genuinely worthwhile
Honestly, one of the best decisions I've made. The best part: case-based teaching forces you to think commercially. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city — the city is a brilliant student ci…
Class of 2023 · Full-time
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