Ulster University

Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons)

Ulster UniversityDerry~Londonderry, United Kingdom

Course overview

Developing financial leaders through expertise in accounting and finance.

Key highlights

  • Develops financial leadership through expertise in accounting and finance

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBC — to include Grades BCC if undertaking A level Mathematics, Economics, Physics or Accounting
  • A-level — to include The General Entrance Requirements identify the minimum qualifications needed for application to a course at Ulster University. The minimum required for any programmes is a minimum of passes in five subjects, two of which must be at A level (grades A-E) or equivalent (three at A Level for full-time undergraduate courses) and three at GCSE level* (grades A-C/4-9) or equivalent. We may also take into account relevant work experience. Ulster are also more than happy to accept different combinations of qualifications, e.g. An A-Level, and two BTECs, or three individual OCR or BTEC qualifications, provided the individual qualifications are accepted and are of the correct size we ask for. The traditional two ‘A’ levels are not normally a prerequisite for participation in this course. If you are a mature applicant who lacks formal academic qualifications, you may be admitted to the course if you can satisfy the Course Committee of your ability to complete the course satisfactorily. Exemptions may be granted from parts of the course where you already hold a higher academic or professional qualification providing evidence of relevant previous studies
  • Irish Leaving Certificate: 112 — 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level; To include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level and Mathematics at H5 if studied at Higher level or O3 if studied at Ordinary Level
  • Irish Leaving Certificate: 96 — 96 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level; To include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level and Mathematics at H5 if studied at Higher level or O3 if studied at Ordinary Level
  • Access to HE Diploma — Access Course - NI/ROI: Overall profile of 63% (120-credit Access Course; If you do not have GCSE Maths at Grade C*/5 or accepted equivalent qualification you will need to complete a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 60% or have passed NICATS Mathematics at 60% as part of a pre-2021 Access Diploma
  • HNC / HND: Merit — with overall Merit to include 45 distinctions in level 5 credits
  • HNC / HND: Distinction — with overall Distinction to include 75 distinctions in level 4 credits

Scholarships

  • Asylum Seekers Scholarship

  • Choice Scholarships

    The Choice Scholarships will support up to 15 students who face barriers to participating in higher education by providing financial assistance of £1,500 to three students per year for the lifetime of the project.

    Up to £1,500

  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    £2,000 scholarship applied as discount to your annual tuition fee.

    Up to £2,000

  • Richard K. Degenhardt Belleek Collectors' Scholarships

    Selected scholars will receive financial support to undertake further specialist research in their area of expertise.

  • The Talented Athlete Entry Scheme

    Please contact the provider.

  • University of the Year Dean’s Scholarship

    £1,500 tuition fee discount - on top of our existing £2,000 International Scholarship - that’s a total reduction of £3,500 towards your studies. £2,200 scholarship -this brings your total possible reduction to £4,200.

Careers this course leads to

  • Chartered Accountant
  • Financial Analyst
  • Auditor
  • Tax Adviser
  • Management Accountant

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,490

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Ulster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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