Program Overview
The Accounting and Finance at Birmingham City University is a Master programme in Business & Management over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Accounting and Finance programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Accounting and Finance programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Financial Accounting
- Business Foundations
- Principles of Economics
- Applied Accounting
- Introduction to Management Accounting
- Financial Information Systems
- Financial Reporting
- Decision Making for Business and Finance
- Principles of Taxation
- Ethics, Corporate Governance and Law
- Optional Modules
- Advanced Financial Reporting
- Strategic Management Accounting
- Taxation
- Not for Profit Accounting and Reporting
- Banking, Financial Markets and Institutions
- Audit and Assurance
- Financial Management
- Islamic Accounting and Finance
- UK and Global Accounting Issues
- Project Management
- Advanced Strategic Case Study
- Optional modules
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Typical Offers
A Level: BBB or 120 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 subjectsOr
BTEC: Minimum total of 120 UCAS pointsOr
AAT: Advanced Diploma in AccountingPlus
GCSE: GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above. Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.Advanced Entry
Second Year
You may be eligible for direct entry onto the second year of this course if you possess one of the following qualifications:
- AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting
- ACCA Papers F1-3
- CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting
- ICAEW Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business
You will be entering onto the second year of the current Account and Finance course, so some content will differ.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Birmingham City University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Birmingham City University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 48 months