Program Overview
The International Accounting and Finance at Southampton Solent University 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 International 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,380 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,665 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International 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
- Risk, Governance and Ethics
- Financial Strategy
- Financial Aspects of Decisions (Strategic Management Accounting)
- Academic Skills for Accounting, Finance and Economics
- Corporate Financial Reporting
- Strategy and Performance
- Audit and Assurance
- Project.
- Taxation
- Finance in Context
- Current Issues in International Accounting and Finance
- Financial Risk Management.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements
- 2:2 in related subject \xc2\x96 accountancy or business (with substantial accounting and finance units studied).
English language requirements
Applicants who do not have English as their first language will be required to demonstrate an approved level of proficiency in the use of the English language. The agreed minimum requirements for this course are:
- IELTS minimum 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking
- TOEFL IBT 92 with minimum of 22 in writing and a minimum of 19 in reading, listening and speaking - TOEFL is only valid for EU students
- or equivalent.
Qualifications are checked before enrolment and international students must bring their original certificates or certified copies, when coming to study at the university.
Note to all international students requiring a visa:
All international applicants need to be aware that the English language requirements to attend Southampton Solent University, and the English language requirements to obtain a visa from the Home Office, may be different. This means that if you meet the Southampton Solent University language requirement to gain a place on the course, you may still have to meet additional requirements to be granted with a visa by the Home Office.
Please ensure you upload the following mandatory documents with your application.
- Two academic references
- Certified transcripts of qualifications, including English language proficiency if non-UK student
- Copy of passport
- Copy of current visa (if applicable)
- A personal statement
- Employer sponsor form where appropriate
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,380 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,665 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,380 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,665 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Southampton Solent 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 Southampton Solent University
Southampton Solent University
Southampton, United Kingdom
Southampton Solent University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2 September 2026
- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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