Program Overview
The Accounting at University of South Wales is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 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 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Pontypridd, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Accounting programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Corporate GovernanceThe systems by which companies are directed and controlled, including the relative merits of codes and legislation.
- Research Methods for Finance and AccountingAn appreciation of the academic research process and the underlying elements and principles, developing the skills to critically evaluate and conduct postgraduate research.
- Strategic Management AccountingA critical perspective and appreciation of contemporary theories and developments in management accounting.
- Corporate Financial ReportingA critical perspective and appreciation of contemporary theories and developments in corporate financial reporting, including issues faced by accounting regulators and practitioners.
- Dissertation - Accounting and FinanceA significant piece of research into an appropriate area of study.Ã
- Contemporary IssuesIn-depth, case study investigations into topical issues and events regarding accounting, audit, tax and finance.
- Audit and Assurance in a Global EnvironmentAn appreciation of the knowledge, skills, and professional judgement needed in a variety of audit and assurance engagements.
- Forensic Audit and AccountingThe principles of forensic audit and accounting, including theoretical concepts allied to investigation and analysis.Ã
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A minimum 2:2 Honours degree in accounting or business degree with strong accounting content.
Holders of recognised professional accounting qualifications may be entitled to significant exemptions.
Equivalent accredited international or professional qualifications may also be acceptable.
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Wales 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 University of South Wales
University of South Wales
Newport, United Kingdom
The University of South Wales is a public university in Wales, with campuses in Cardiff, Newport and Pontypridd. It was formed on 11 April 2013 from the merger of the University of Glamorgan and...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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