BSc Accounting and Finance with integrated Foundation

The BSc Accounting and Finance with Integrated Foundation at the University of Buckingham is a three-year programme designed for students who might not meet the usual entry requirements for a standard degree. The foundation year helps students develop important academic skills and knowledge, setting them up for the main accounting and finance courses they will take later.

The course covers various topics, including auditing, financial accounting, taxation, management accounting, and corporate law. Students also learn skills like critical thinking, quantitative methods, and decision-making. The programme aims to give a solid foundation in both the theory and practice of accounting and finance.

Graduates are well-prepared for careers in accounting, finance, and business management. Additionally, this degree provides exemptions from professional accounting qualifications like ACCA and CIMA, helping students become certified accountants more quickly.

The University of Buckingham, located in Buckingham, England, is the first private university in the UK and the only one with a Royal Charter. It started in 1973 as University College at Buckingham and became a full university in 1983. Instead of relying on government funding, it gets its money solely from student fees and donations.

The university offers a variety of degrees, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes, across five schools such as Business, Law, and Medicine. Its campus is beautifully situated along the River Great Ouse, creating a lovely environment for students. The university is recognised for its strong research performance, ranking in the top 50% worldwide in 33 different research areas. It has also received awards like the Edgar Palamountain Medal for Excellence to honor exceptional academic achievements.

Grade Requirements:

• International students should have qualifications equivalent to A Levels with DD grades, a BTEC National Diploma with MPP grades, or a Level 3 qualification worth at least 48 UCAS points.

English Proficiency:

• International applicants who are non-native English speakers are required to have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall and at least 5.5 in each skill component. Equivalent scores from other approved language tests will also be accepted.

International students enrolling in the University of Buckingham's BSc  Accounting and Finance with integrated Foundation programme will pay the total tuition fee of £59,200. The first year alone costs around £14,800. Keep in mind that these fees are for the 2025/2026 academic session and may still be updated annually.

International students at the University of Buckingham have access to bursaries and scholarships. They can benefit from the International Undergraduate High Achiever Scholarship, which awards a £2,500 fee reduction for the first year to eligible undergraduate students. For postgraduate students, the Postgraduate First-Class Scholarship automatically provides a 33% discount on tuition for those with a First-Class Bachelor’s Honours degree.

Furthermore, the Sheikh/Mubarak Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah Scholarship is available for Arabic students from Arab League countries, offering up to £40,000 for undergraduate tuition over two years and £20,000 for a full-time Master’s degree.

A BSc Accounting and Finance with integrated Foundation degree from the University of Buckingham qualifies students for job roles in areas like the following:

• Financial Analyst 
• Finance Manager 
• Chief Financial Officer
• Forensic Accountant 
• Management Accountant 
• Tax Advisor

Prospective students interested in this course can apply through UCAS. Those who need support with the application process can speak with one of our trained counsellors.