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Accounting and Finance

Explore accountancy, banking, systems and markets from exciting new angles, with cutting-edge facilities that give you real-time access to worldwide financial markets. Make connections, apply your skills, and learn from experts with genuine business pedigree.

Accelerate your Accounting and Finance career

The demand for qualified accounting and finance professionals continues to grow. We create graduates with, not only a degree, but accreditation towards major accountancy bodies.

We’ll provide you with a broad understanding of your chosen subject area through teaching from industry experts dedicated to your success. You’ll have the opportunity to gain vast industry experience, study abroad and use our Business Lab facility — ensuring you’re prepared to begin a successful career.

91
%

of Accounting students are positive about the teaching on their course (NSS 2023)

95
%

of Accounting students are positive about the academic support on their course (NSS 2023)

92
%

of BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance (SW) students are in graduate level jobs within 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21)

100
%

of postgraduate accounting students are in work or further study within 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21)

96
%

of our postgraduate finance students are satisfied with the quality of their course (PTES 2023)

Where an Accounting and Finance degree can take you

Our courses are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to achieve the career you want. You’ll encounter countless opportunities to collaborate with business, make decisions aligned to your goals, and access career support from employability specialists, personal tutors, alumni and more. Our recent accounting and finance graduates have gone on to roles at companies including:

  • PwC
  • EY
  • BDO LLP
  • Cooper Parry
  • Deloitte

Recent graduates have gone into roles such as:

  • Audit Associate
  • Accountant
  • Finance Analyst
  • Trainee Accountant
  • Commercial Finance Graduate

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