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Accountancy BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate

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Develop your knowledge and skills to help businesses and organisations manage finances, make management decisions, face economic challenges and grow ethically and sustainably.

Course option

Degree with foundation year

Year of entry

2026-27 2027-28

Location

Coventry University (Coventry)

Study mode

Full-time
Sandwich

Duration

3 years full-time
4 years sandwich

UCAS codes

N410

Start date

September 2027
November 2027
January 2028
March 2028
May 2028
July 2028

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Course overview

Accountants with the skills to monitor the flow of money for a business, while being able to spot and protect against potential challenges, are highly sought after. Global uncertainty and the challenges of the economic climate mean that skills in this field could be more important than ever before.

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Rated Gold Overall

Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023

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5 QS Stars for Teaching and Facilities

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Top 5 Student City in England (Coventry)

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Why you should study this course

Develop practical skills in our Bloomberg Trading Floor:⁴ gain hands-on experience of market-leading financial databases such as Bloomberg, LSEG Workspace, Fitch Connect, Bureau van Dijk Fame, along with opportunities for professional certifications for Bloomberg, LSEG Workspace and in ESG at no additional cost.²
Enjoy an engaging student experience: participate in events where you get to network with industry collaborators, engage with student delegations from international universities and compete in a simulated environment, bringing academic learning to life.²
Put your skills to the test: prepare and analyse financial statements and study the impact of accounting and finance on real businesses through case studies of a range of organisations.
Access maths and statistics support: the sigma Centre offers free maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions and bookable appointments.
Benefit from real-world exposure: boost your employability with an optional sandwich year², offering you the chance to gain hands-on industry placement experience. Past students have undertaken placements at HSBC, Jaguar Land Rover, Airbus, and the NHS.
Join like-minded communities: enrich your student experience by becoming a member of a student-led society such as the Investment Society, the Economics Society and the Coventry Business Club Society.

Additional certificates

As part of the degree you will have the option to work towards two additional certifications (outside of your study modules):

[1] Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate: Optional certification to help our students stand out and demonstrate their understanding of financial markets, central banking and the application of economic indicators, as well as hone their skills in utilising Bloomberg terminal functionalities for a fast moving market.

[2] Bloomberg ESG Certificate: Optional certification for students to demonstrate their understanding of the Environmental, Social and Governance factors, and their implications for strategy development and regulatory compliance.

Memberships

PRME - The Principles for Responsible Management Education

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of The Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). PRME is a United Nations-supported initiative founded in 2007 that aims to raise the profile of sustainability in their classrooms through seven principles focused on serving society and safeguarding our planet.

AACSB - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB is the world’s largest network of business schools and organisations committed to advancing business education and making a lasting, positive impact on society to create next generation of great leaders.

BGA - Business Graduates Association

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA). BGA’s student and graduate benefits have been crafted to enhance your learning experience, providing a range of tools to support professional and personal development.

SBC - Small Business Charter

Coventry Business School is a recipient of the Small Business Charter (SBC) Award. The award is a mark of excellence for business schools, recognising their expertise in supporting small businesses, student entrepreneurship, and effective engagement in the local economy.

Memberships are reviewed on an annual basis and are not guaranteed. Applicants and students will be informed of any changes as soon as possible.

What you'll study

Your first year is shared with students from closely related courses. This approach allows you to learn alongside other disciplines, broaden your perspective and develop strong collaboration skills from the very start.

The common first year also offers flexibility. If you discover a stronger interest in another subject area, you may have the opportunity to transfer to a related course at the end of the year, subject to meeting progression requirements.

Common first year courses:

Accountancy BSc (Hons)
Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons)

Modules

Principles of Finance – 30 credits

This module offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of finance, encompassing both personal and corporate finance. Delve into essential concepts, such as income, debt, savings and investments from a personal finance perspective. This module covers the components of the financial system and their role in the saving-investment process.

Gain an understanding of investment basics by examining financial risk and return. This module navigates the UK financial regulatory framework, emphasising the roles of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) in overseeing financial services and ensuring financial stability. It also discusses general regulation of the banking system with a focus on bank management practices.

Learn about the time value of money, including discounting and compounding techniques, to determine present and future values. From a corporate finance perspective, this module explores the fundamental objectives of a business and covers three primary business decisions: raising finance, investing finance and distributing finance. You should learn the methods of raising long-term finance by businesses and the valuation models used to estimate the value of shares and bonds. You should also develop the skills to analyse major investment decisions using various project appraisal techniques. Finally, you would learn key financial theories relating to the payment of dividends.

Compulsory

Principles of Financial Accounting – 30 credits

This module focuses on the main principles governing the recording of business transactions and the presentation of financial information for external reporting globally. Learn about the systems and techniques businesses use to produce financial statements. This module also covers the core concepts that underpin these statements. Furthermore, it aims to introduce the main financial statements produced by different business organisations and explain what these indicate about business performance.

Compulsory

Principles of Management Accounting – 30 credits

This module focuses on the nature and behaviour of costs. It introduces various approaches to the treatment of overheads and the different costing and decision-making techniques available to the management accountant. This module introduces you to a range of management accounting techniques, including, but not limited to, budgeting, measurement and analysis of variances, contribution analysis and throughput accounting.

Compulsory

Mathematics, Statistics and Academic Skills – 30 credits

This module aims to develop your ability to apply appropriate mathematical and statistical techniques to financial and economic problems. You should learn a range of academic skills to support your learning and future career options. You will build on your existing mathematical knowledge while developing a better understanding and application of other mathematical and statistical techniques relevant to accounting and finance.

The module content aims to develop and improve your skills in time management, academic research, writing and digital literacy in spreadsheets and statistical packages.

Compulsory

Modules

Business Law, Ethics and Sustainability – 30 credits

Gain the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to identify and deal with legal and ethical issues likely to be encountered in business. This includes an understanding of how the law and ethical frameworks operate, and the ability to apply the law and the frameworks to real-life scenarios. This module aims to cover the legal system, the law of contract, tort law (including professional negligence), business formation (including types of business: sole trader, partnership, limited company; funding and liability), the nature and function of various types of company structures and the rights and obligations of shareholders and directors.

This module also covers the fundamentals of business ethics and sustainable decision-making and the various dilemmas that individuals and organisations might face. You will consider the impact of business ethics and sustainability concepts within corporations, including decision-making, governance and corporate social responsibility within a global economy. This module will draw on local and global case study material and relevant academic literature drawn from a variety of business disciplines.

Compulsory

Financial Reporting – 30 credits

The Financial Reporting module focuses primarily on the preparation of published financial statements by public limited companies. Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and apply International Financial Reporting Standards and accounting theory in the preparation of published financial statements of entities, including a simple group structure. Develop the skills necessary to critically analyse and interpret financial statements and become aware of limitations in published accounting information. Throughout the module, you will apply theories and concepts to real-world examples, replicating scenarios that accountants regularly face.

Compulsory

Financial Management – 30 credits

Develop the knowledge and skills expected of a finance manager. Module content will focus on investment, financing and working capital decisions. You will critically evaluate financial objectives, risk management strategies and capital market operations. You should develop an understanding of the trade-off between risk and return and the valuation of financial assets. This module emphasises business financing decisions, investment appraisal techniques and working capital management to ensure effective financial decision-making. You should also learn to apply numerical and analytical skills within a framework that promotes sustainability, social responsibility and ethical financial practices.

Compulsory

Taxation – 30 credits

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the UK tax system, including its core principles, administration and compliance requirements. Module content covers key areas of taxation such as income tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax and value-added tax. Learn the necessary skills to compute tax liabilities for individuals and businesses, assess tax planning opportunities and understand the ethical considerations surrounding taxation. The module also introduces international tax concepts, including double taxation relief and the interaction between the UK and overseas tax systems. Through real-world case studies, you should develop key employability skills in tax preparation, reporting and advisory. By the end of the module, you should be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the UK tax system and make informed tax decisions in a professional setting.

Compulsory

A placement year² provides optional first-hand industry experience and helps you discover where your skills and interests truly lie. Taken between your second and final years, it allows you to step into a professional environment, apply your learning and gain valuable insight into your chosen sector.

By spending an extended period in industry, you should develop confidence, build professional networks and strengthen the transferable skills that employers value most. This experience offers a powerful way to explore career paths and return to your final year with real -world expertise and a clearer sense of direction.

Key opportunities

Complete an approved work placement: gain practical experience aligned with your course and career ambitions, typically lasting at least 26 weeks.
Reflect on professional development: recognise and document the specific skills, knowledge and experience you gain during your time in industry.
Broaden your global perspective: optionally undertake an international work or study placement to experience a different professional or cultural context.

While this optional year is non-credit-bearing, successful completion ensures your experience is formally recognised on your final degree certificate to showcase your expertise to future employers.

Students sponsored by the University who opt for an international work placement must ensure they comply with the UKVI immigration regulations and should contact us for further guidance.

Modules

Undergraduate Project – 30 credits

This module is your chance to apply the knowledge and insights learnt on the course. It aims to develop you into an independent and ethical researcher. You will conduct a research project related to your course to evidence your intellectual, technical and analytical skills. You will receive personalised support and guidance from a supervisor and benefit from critical discussions and cross-fertilisation in group supervision sessions.

Compulsory

Performance Management for Decision-making – 30 credits

This module builds on the Principles of Management Accounting module covered in your first year. It introduces more complex techniques that can be used to facilitate organisational performance management and enhance the decision-making process. You should develop the knowledge and skills necessary to select appropriate management accounting techniques and apply these to business situations. Learn the limitations of techniques employed, appreciate the role of risk and uncertainty and consider the influence of behaviours that can undermine entity performance.

Compulsory

Audit and Internal Control – 30 credits

Get an understanding of the fundamentals of audit and assurance practices in relation to regulatory framework. Learn about the role of auditors, the principles and limits of audit and assurance, and how to assess internal controls and apply audit procedures for detecting material misstatements or fraud in financial statements. You will consider the professional values of auditing and how you can apply them to specific cases. This module will require you to demonstrate critical thinking skills and develop reasoned arguments by applying concepts and frameworks to case studies.

Compulsory

Optional modules

Choose one module from below:

Investment Analysis – 30 credits

This module focuses on the bond and equity markets. You will be introduced to discounted cash flow-related bond pricing techniques along with bond portfolio management and the associated risk immunisation methodologies. Concerning equity valuation, you will compare discounted cash flow methods with fundamental valuation approaches, including value investing and growth investing. Market timing is also explored through the application of technical analysis. You should gain a thorough understanding of identifying, assessing and mitigating various business risks. Module content also covers operational, financial, reputational and credit risks, emphasising effective strategies and tools for risk management.

Business Strategy – 30 credits

While the core purpose of business strategy has always been to help organisations succeed in dynamic and complex environments, contemporary strategy has evolved in its tools and approaches to better address today's heightened pace of change and uncertainty. To be competitive, businesses must be more flexible, including the ability to shift from one dominant strategy to another.

This module aims to provide you with an understanding of strategic leadership and management, strategic analysis and strategic decision-making within organisations. It also appraises what is required for high performance in an uncertain environment.

Availability of optional modules may vary depending on student demand.

Optional

We regularly review our course content to keep it relevant and current for our students. Consequently, we may update modules to reflect the latest industry standards.

How you'll learn

Our teaching has a strong focus on merging theory and practice. You will be engaged in simulation and practical exercises, such as preparing and analysing financial statements or assessing financial investment options, giving you the opportunity to apply theory to real-life scenarios that professional accountants encounter on a day-to-day basis.

We understand that everyone learns differently, so each of our courses will consist of structured teaching sessions, which may include:

on-campus lectures, seminars and workshops
group work
self-directed learning
work placement opportunities.²

Teaching contact hours

As a full-time undergraduate student, you will study modules totalling 120 credits each academic year. A typical 30-credit module requires 300 hours of study. Study hours are made up of teaching contact hours and guided and independent study.

Teaching hours

Teaching hours may vary, depending on where you are in your studies, but on average, you will have between 12 and 15 teaching and learning hours each week. You will also have the option to attend additional sessions, including time with a progress coach or to meet with staff for advice and feedback. As you progress through your studies, teaching hours may reduce.

Guided and independent study

Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module. You will be digging deeper into topics, reviewing what you’ve learnt and completing assignments. This can be completed around your personal commitments. As you progress to the end of your studies, you’ll spend more time on independent learning.

Online learning

As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods, including online tools and emerging technologies. So, some of your teaching hours and assessments may be delivered online.

Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods may include:

phase tests
essays
group work
presentations
reports
projects
coursework
exams
individual assignments.

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards the achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements:

Requirement	What we're looking for
UCAS points	120
A level	BBB
GCSE	GCSE maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards
BTEC	DDM
T level	Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
IB Diploma	24 points
Access to HE	The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits at Merit. Plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.

Other qualifications and experience

Our students come from a variety of backgrounds, each with a unique story. We recognise a breadth of qualifications. If your qualifications differ from the above, contact our Admissions Team who will be happy to discuss your qualifications and routes into your chosen course.

Contextual/Fair Access Offers

If you meet the criteria for our Fair Access Offer, you could automatically receive a contextual offer which is 16 UCAS points lower than our standard entry requirements. View the criteria for our Fair Access Offer.

Select your region to find detailed information about entry requirements:

South East Asia

You can view our full list of country specific entry requirements on our Entry requirements page.

Alternatively, visit our International hub for further advice and guidance on finding in-country agents and representatives, joining our in-country events and how to apply.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.0 overall

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.

Not got the required grades? We offer this degree with an integrated foundation year.

Fees and funding

Student	Full-time	Part-time
UK	2027/28 fees TBC 2026/27 fees: £9,790 per year	Not available
International	2027/28 fees TBC 2026/27 fees: £17,600 per year	Not available

If you choose to study this course with a professional placement² or study abroad year, you will need to pay a tuition fee³ to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. Students commencing their professional placement in the academic year 2028/29 will pay £1,575 if they are paying UK fees, or £1,900 if they are paying international fees.

For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our Undergraduate Finance page and see The University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the table above for the first Academic Year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, if Parliament permits an increase in tuition fees, the university may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with the Retail Price Index (RPI), a UK measure of inflation that tracks changes in the cost of living.

If you choose to study this course with a professional placement or study abroad year, the University will charge the tuition fees stated above for those on a placement during Academic Year 2028/29. The University will review professional placement tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study, but such that it will be no more than 5% above RPI.

For international students, we may increase fees each year, but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (e.g. to repeat a year or resit examinations) you may be charged the tuition fees in force at the time you take that additional period of study, and/or in line with any legislative changes that apply at that time.

We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them. Find out what's included in your tuition costs.

The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees:

Any optional overseas ﬁeld trips or visits: £400+ per trip.
Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in the UK or abroad) which may include costs of travel, accommodation, equipment or uniform required for the placement and any visa-related costs.

*Irish student fees

The rights of Irish residents to study in the UK are preserved under the Common Travel Area arrangement. If you are an Irish student and meet the residency criteria, you can study in England, pay the same level of tuition fees as English students and utilise the Tuition Fee Loan.

How do you know if you need to pay UK or international tuition fees?

We assess your fee status using the information in your application. This status determines your tuition fees and the scholarships or financial support you can get. The Department for Education sets the rules for who pays UK (home) or international (overseas) fees in England.

The regulations list which students can pay the home fee rate. Because these rules are complex, the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) provides fee status guidance to help you find the right category. If you meet all the criteria for one category, your institution must charge you the home rate.

Facilities

We have a range of facilities⁴ available to support our students in putting the theories you are taught into practice.

Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.

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The Trading Floor

The Trading Floor is an invaluable facility that allows you to get hands-on with industry-standard software. Featuring contemporary dual-screen Bloomberg terminals, the facility adds a dynamic practical element to your course.

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Lanchester Library

The library is usually open 364 days a year. It’s where you can access your course’s specialist Academic Liaison Librarian. It’s also home to specialist teams which can support you with your academic writing and maths and statistics questions.

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Careers and employability

Get one-on-one career and employability guidance lasting up to 18 months from the end of your course. We’ll help you find placements and graduate roles, offer CV and application checks, mentoring, skills workshops, employer events and more.

Careers and opportunities

Upon completion, you should have the confidence to give sound financial advice and make effective financial decisions. You should be well-placed to pursue a wide variety of potential future careers options in areas such as:

accounting
finance
management
banking
personal and corporate finance
business
education in private, public and third sector organisations.

In addition, this course could set you on the path towards a professional qualification as a Chartered Accountant.

Where our graduates work

Past students have gone on to work for prestigious companies including Samsung, HSBC and Greene King.

Typical roles that graduates of this course may progress to include Graduate Financial Accountant, Trainee Tax Advisor, Finance Graduate Scheme, and Finance Assistant.

Further study

Upon successful completion of our Accountancy BSc (Hons) course, you may wish to continue to further your studies at postgraduate level with our Finance MSc here at Coventry Business School, or our Professional Accounting MSc at Coventry University London. You can explore all of your options using our postgraduate course search tool. You may be entitled to an alumni discount on your fees if you decide to extend your time with us by progressing from undergraduate to postgraduate study.

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How to apply

BSc (Hons) with foundation year

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UK students

You can now register and start your application in your UCAS Hub. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply

If you'd like further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.

+44 (0)24 7765 6565

ukadmissions@coventry.ac.uk

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International students

International codes:
CBLU005

How to apply

For further support for international applicants applying for an undergraduate degree view our International hub.

You can also download our International mini guide for an overview of study options and why you should study with us.

Get in touch with us today for further advice and guidance.

+44 (0)24 7765 6565

ioadmissions@coventry.ac.uk

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Disclaimers

Coventry University, Coventry University London, Coventry University Wrocław, CU Coventry, CU London, CU Scarborough, and Coventry University Online come together to form part of the Coventry University Group (the University) with all degrees awarded by Coventry University.

¹Accreditations, partnerships and memberships

Some of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply. See the relevant body website for more details). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships are subject to successful renewal in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the University maintaining the same high standards of course delivery. If the accreditation, recognition or membership of this course changes, we will notify applicants and students as soon as possible.

²UK and international opportunities

Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or international opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be unpaid and/or subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel, public authority guidance, decisions or orders and visa requirements. Before seeking an overseas placement, read our visa advice page.

³Tuition fees

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the above table for the first academic year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year.

For UK (home) students, if the Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation.

For international students, we may increase fees annually but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (for example to repeat a year or resit examinations) you may be charged the tuition fees in force at the time you take that additional period of study, and/or in line with any legislative changes that apply at that time.

⁴Facilities

Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised. Availability and access may be reduced or restricted when the University is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders or internal health and safety requirements.

Student Contract

By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the University. A copy of the current 2025/26 contract is available for information purposes only. The 2027/28 contract will apply to the 2027/28 intakes and may differ from the current version. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the University will owe to you. You should read the applicable Student Contract carefully before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the University.

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