Bangor University

Accounting and Management (with Foundation Year)

Bangor UniversityBangor, United Kingdom

Course overview

Highlights

This foundation year prepares you for degree-level study, developing your subject-specific knowledge of accounting, business and management, together with essential academic and digital skills. A friendly, inclusive learning environment where your lecturers are approachable and easy to access. Whatever your background, you’ll find opportunities to build your confidence and grow your knowledge.

Our Accounting and Management degree is accredited by major accountancy bodies, depending on the modules you choose, you could gain exemptions from some of the examinations that lead to Chartered status. Build the skills employers want, alongside core knowledge in business and management you’ll gain skills in logic, analysis, leadership and statistics for careers in accounting, auditing, management and more. You’ll be taught by former senior accountants, tax managers, board members, and executive leaders who will bring their experience and insights directly into the classroom.

Course overview

Our Accounting and Management with Foundation Year degree provides you with an alternative route into undergraduate study, if for example, you don’t meet the typical entry requirements for our three-year programme. Our Foundation Year is designed to help you step into university life with ease. You’ll build essential academic and digital skills from writing and presenting to using online resources for research and supporting your studies.

This Accounting and Management with Foundation Year offers a taste of university-level learning in a supportive environment to help you get the most of out of your studies. You will get a taste of studying within a multidisciplinary School, collaborating with students from a range of other subjects, including economics, finance and marketing. Once you successfully complete the foundation year, you’ll progress to Year 1 of the BSc (Hons) Accounting and Management programme.

On our Accounting and Management degree, you’ll gain a strong foundation in accounting theory and practice, while developing the leadership skills and business insight employers value. Depending on the modules you choose, you could also be eligible for exemptions from professional exams, giving you a head start on your journey to becoming a Chartered Accountant. At Bangor University, you'll learn from active researchers and experienced professionals who help shape policy and practice.

They bring fresh insights straight into the classroom, helping you connect theory with the real-world application. You'll gain knowledge that’s practical, relevant, and ready to use helping you to build the future you want. Read more Course options

Placement year

What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September.

Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience.

How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements.

Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University.

We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to find out more? Discover the exciting work experience opportunities available by visiting the Work Experience During Your Degree section on our website.

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Key highlights

  • Accredited by major accountancy bodies, with possible professional exam exemptions
  • Foundation year builds accounting, business, academic and digital skills
  • Taught by former senior accountants, tax managers and executive leaders
  • Optional placement year with a professional organisation, UK or overseas
  • Develops logic, analysis, leadership and statistics skills
  • Study alongside economics, finance and marketing students

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 64-104 — Offers are tariff based, 64 - 104 tariff points, from Level 3 qualifications* e.g A Levels (including: AS-levels, General Studies) International Baccalaureate: accepted Extended Project Qualification (EPQ): accepted BTEC…

Scholarships

  • Alumni Scholarship

    £1,000 in addition to any other international scholarship awarded by Bangor University, UK (excluding the Vice-Chancellor scholarship), awarded for each year of study.

    Up to £1,000
  • Deans Scholarship

    Undergraduate: £6,000 (per year of study); Postgraduate: £6,000.

    Up to £6,000
  • International Scholarships

    Undergraduate: £4,000 minimum (per year of study); Postgraduate: £6,000.

  • Start-Up Bursaries

    Start Up Bursaries of £1,000 are available to those students (aged under 25) entering the University from care.

    Up to £1,000
  • Vice-Chancellor Scholarship

    Undergraduate & Postgraduate Taught - £10,000

    Up to £10,000

Careers this course leads to

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

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790

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 Bangor University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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