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The business and finance sector never stands still. Organisations of every size must evolve continuously to remain competitive, and the professionals who drive that evolution need a rigorous command of financial principles, not just technical fluency.
This BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance goes well beyond taxation and financial management. It gives you a comprehensive grounding in the financial principles that underpin modern business, deepening your understanding of how finance shapes strategic decision-making and competitive advantage.
Whether your ambition is to qualify as a chartered accountant, lead as a financial officer in a large organisation, or build your own practice, this degree provides the knowledge and skills to make it happen.
Core subject areas include financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, auditing, and corporate governance. But the programme reaches further. You will engage with contemporary challenges, from the regulation of fintech to the rise of cryptocurrency, and develop your analytical capabilities through real-world case studies. You will also complete an in-depth term paper on a topic of your choosing, building the research skills that set strong professionals apart.
The BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance is awarded by the University of Staffordshire, UK, and can be completed as a three-year full-time degree or a two-year accelerated programme.
Three years (Full-Time)
Two years (Accelerated)
Colombo | Kandy
Standard Route
The minimum qualifications required for admission on the standard route are:
The minimum qualifications required for admission on the accelerated route are:
You may apply with pending A/L results. Applicants with additional qualifications may be considered for advanced entry, subject to approval from the University of Staffordshire.
This programme covers the full spectrum of accounting and finance. In Year 1, you are introduced to each specialist subject area, giving you the grounding to make informed choices about the areas you wish to pursue in Years 2 and 3. Topics span Financial Reporting, Management Accounting, Auditing, Corporate Finance, FinTech, and Corporate Governance. The final year culminates in an in-depth term paper on a topic of your choice.
Teaching is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and independent study. You will draw on a broad range of resources, including textbooks, academic journals, digital databases, and social media resource banks. You will be consistently challenged to think critically about the business landscape of the future.
Industry engagement is central to your experience. Career talks, company visits, and guest speakers from the profession complement your academic studies. You will learn from faculty who bring both business experience and research expertise to the classroom.
Throughout your studies, you will have access to a wide range of learning support platforms and e-resources. LinkedIn Learning is available to all students, providing opportunities for continuous professional development and diverse certifications alongside your degree.
On successful completion, you will be awarded: BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance.
This degree opens a wide range of career pathways. Graduates go on to qualify as chartered accountants, join established firms, pursue postgraduate research, or launch their own practices. With a BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance, you will be equipped to pursue roles such as Chartered Accountant, Investment Banker, Fintech Manager, Investment Analyst, Financial Manager, Financial Advisor, Tax Adviser, and Forensic Accountant.
Our teaching is informed by research, and modules change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline. We aim to ensure that all modules run as scheduled. If, for any reason, a module cannot be run, we will advise you as soon as possible and provide guidance on selecting an appropriate alternative. Elective modules are offered subject to demand.
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