Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Accountancy and Information Systems
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Accountancy and Information Systems is an interfaculty programme of the Faculty of Economics, Management and Accountancy and the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology at the University of Malta. The B.Sc. (Hons) in Accountancy and Information Systems is an interdisciplinary program designed to equip students with a robust foundation in both accounting principles and information technology skills. This program covers a diverse range of study units, including programming in Python, which introduces students to coding and problem-solving techniques; software development methods, focusing on the lifecycle of software creation and management; specialised accounting, which delves into advanced accounting practices and principles; and auditing, providing an in-depth understanding of audit processes and standards. This unique combination of subjects prepares graduates to adeptly navigate and integrate the fields of accountancy and information systems, making them highly valuable in today’s technology-driven business environments. The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Accountancy and Information Systems is an interfaculty programme of the Faculty of Economics, Management and Accountancy and the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology at the University of Malta. The B.Sc. (Hons) in Accountancy and Information Systems is an interdisciplinary program designed to equip students with a robust foundation in both accounting principles and information technology skills. This program covers a diverse range of study units, including programming in Python, which introduces students to coding and problem-solving techniques; software development methods, focusing on the lifecycle of software creation and management; specialised accounting, which delves into advanced accounting practices and principles; and auditing, providing an in-depth understanding of audit processes and standards. This unique combination of subjects prepar
Career Opportunities
By the end of the course, you will be able to pursue diverse career opportunities in both accountancy and information technology fields.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CIS1025 Information Systems 5 ECTS CIS1220 Programming in Python 5 ECTS CIS1224 Computer Platforms 5 ECTS EMA1011 Introduction to Management and Applied Fundamentals 4 ECTS (NC) EMA1100 Business Statistics 1 4 ECTS (NC) EMA1316 Accounting Theory and Practice 1 4 ECTS (NC) Students are required to choose one of the following compulsory study-units according to the corresponding note of each study-unit. EMA1310 * Foundations and Applications of Economics 4 ECTS (NC) EMA1314 ** Financial Accounting and Control 1 4 ECTS (NC) EMA1312 *** Introduction to Psychology in Business and Public Life 4 ECTS *EMA1310 - Students who are in possession of Accounting at Advanced Level and Pure Mathematics at Intermediate Level may choose either EMA1312*** or EMA1310*. **EMA1314 is to be taken by students who are not in possession of Accounting at Advanced Level. ***EMA1312 is to be taken by students who are in possession of Accounting at Advanced Level but not in possession of Pure Mathematics at Intermediate Level. Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) ACC1731 * Financial Accounting and Control 2 4 ECTS (NC) ACC1994 Accounting Theory and Practice 2 4 ECTS (NC) CIS1043 Introduction to Databases and Information Management 5 ECTS CIS1222 Object Oriented Programming 5 ECTS ICT1018 Data Structures and Algorithms 5 ECTS LIN1063 Academic Reading and Writing in English 2 ECTS (NC) MGT1200 Business Statistics 2 4 ECTS (NC) Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of student registrations and time-table constraints) Students who are in possession of Accounting at Advanced Level need to choose one Elective from the following study-units below: ECN1202 Intermediate Microeconomics 4 ECTS INS1000 Introduction to Insurance and Risk Management 4 ECTS MRK1400 ** Introduction to Marketing Concepts 4 ECTS MRK1401 *** Contemporary Mark
Admission Requirements
General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Special Course Requirements A pass at Intermediate Matriculation Level in Computing or Information Technology, and a pass at Advanced Matriculation Level in Accounting. Applicants who are not in possession of a pass at Intermediate Matriculation Level in Computing or Information Technology at the time of applying for the Course but are in possession of another qualification in Computing or IT that is deemed relevant by the Boards, or of one Intermediate Matriculation Level subject at grade C or better in Applied Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics or Pure Mathematics, may also be considered. Applicants who are not in possession of a pass at Advanced Matriculation Level in Accounting at the time of applying for the Course but are in possession of another qualification in Accounting that is deemed to be relevant by the Boards, or of two Advanced Matriculation Level subjects at grade C or better, may also be considered. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application t
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
Non EU Applicants: Fee per academic year: Eur 10,800 You are viewing the fees for non EU nationals. Switch to EU nationals if you are a national of any country from within the EU/EEA.
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 3 years
- Credits 180
