This BSc course offers a fully integrated degree combining Accounting and Finance subjects. It is designed for students aiming to deepen their knowledge in both disciplines. The curriculum covers insight into accounting institutions, regulations, and techniques used by organizations, alongside exploring financial institutions, trading, investments, and market support structures. The course emphasizes current events through research-led teaching by academic experts and combines theory with practical problem-solving. It prepares students for future careers in the field and offers opportunities for summer internships, the Bristol PLUS Award, and mentorship through the Professional Liaison Network. Graduates have historically moved into prominent roles at organizations like the Bank of England, JP Morgan, UBS, PwC, KPMG, EY, Deloitte, Microsoft, and IBM.
Why this course is highly recommended
This course is highly regarded for its rigorous approach, blending theory, research, and practical skills. It has a world-class reputation for producing graduates with strong quantitative skills and a global outlook. The accreditations from organizations like ICAEW, ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA, and ICAS further endorse its quality. The extensive industry connections, internships, mentoring schemes, and alumni network provide valuable career advancement opportunities.
The course provides an integrated study focusing on both Accounting and Finance, with options to tailor the final year by choosing specializations such as Advanced Financial Reporting, Corporate Finance, Auditing, and Financial Markets. Students can also select units across disciplines, including management.
Application fees
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1st year tuition fees
28.92L
Living cost
Candidates typically need an AAA offer at A-level, including Mathematics, or an ABB contextual offer with Mathematics included. Alternative qualifications include DDD in BTEC with a Maths A-level, 36 points in IB including Maths, or equivalent qualifications such as Scottish Advanced Higher, Access to HE Diplomas, Welsh Baccalaureate, and Cambridge Pre-U, all requiring Math prerequisites. International students should meet similar standards and English language requirements outlined in Profile level G.

English language test
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Graduates have gone on to work for top organizations such as the Bank of England, JP Morgan, UBS, PwC, KPMG, EY, Deloitte, Microsoft, and IBM. The program’s focus on both accounting and finance equips students with versatile skills, making them attractive to a broad range of employers in financial services, consulting, accounting, and corporate sectors.