BA Law and Accounting
Course overview
The BA Law and Accounting at the University of Derby is a joint honours degree designed to help students learn how laws are made and reformed, how companies develop financial strategies and the roles accountants play in ensuring business success. This course allows students to explore a range of legal sources to gain a good understanding of the operation and methodology of the English legal system.
Students will also develop a solid foundation of accounting in key areas such as financial accounting and management accounting. They will also be introduced to concepts of cost and management accounting. Management accountants require a good understanding of management accounting concepts and techniques in order to provide managers with useful information. This course will help them understand that the practice of law sits within the context of running a business and the global environment within which the law is practised.
Entry requirements
Interested candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants are expected to have 112 UCAS tariff points obtained through qualifications equivalent to A-levels at BBC. Other qualifications include GCSE and BTEC Extended Diploma.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds usually need an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components.
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Alternatively, equivalent qualifications like PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BA Law and Accounting from the University of Derby can pursue various career roles, including:
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Corporate Lawyer
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Legal Executive
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Compliance Officer
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Business Consultant
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Company Secretaries
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students on the BA Law and Accounting at the University of Derby is £17,500.
Admission
Prospective students can submit their applications for this course through UCAS. If you require support during the application process, feel free to reach out to one of our trained counsellors for assistance.
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