BHE UNI - Course - BA (Hons) Accounting

Course Overview

We are a top 10 UK Modern University for Accounting and Finance, according to the Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2022.

Accounting is more than crunching numbers, it is the backbone of any business, and with the advances in technology and AI, it guarantees an exciting career. On this course, you will develop your accounting, finance and general business skills, including the various techniques and policies relating to corporate finance, reporting, statistics, governance; tax; auditing; and management accounting. In addition, you’ll gain transferable skills, such as time and project management, communication, data collection, and management, and IT skills that will future-proof your career.

This highly regarded course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes and is designed to prepare you for a range of careers. Our experienced academic staff, with strong industry connections, runs the system and regularly invites guest speakers from the public and private sectors.

Edinburgh is one of the UK’s most prominent financial hubs, and thanks to Edinburgh Napier University’s industry links, you’ll benefit from many internship, networking, and employment opportunities.

Should you choose to go down the entrepreneurial route instead, the Bright Red Triangle – our start-up incubator with certified business advisors and co-working space – is here to support you in achieving your dream every step of the way.

General Eligibility

Minimum year 1

SQA Higher

Standard Entry Requirement

BBBB

National 5 grade C in Maths, Lifeskills Maths OR Applications of Maths and English.

Minimum Offer Entry Requirement

BCCC

National 5 grade C in English.

National 5 Maths, Lifeskills Maths, OR Applications of Maths recommended.

A Level

BCC

GCSE grade C/4 in English.

GCSE Maths is recommended.

Irish Leaving Certificate

H2, H2, H3, H3 at Higher Level and grade O4 in Ordinary Level Maths and English.

BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3

Minimum grades MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit)

GCSE grade C/4 in English.

GCSE Maths is recommended.

BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3 plus A Level

Minimum grades DM (Distinction, Merit).

A Level grade C

GCSE grade C/4 in English.

GCSE Maths is recommended.

T Level

Merit

GCSE grade C/4 in English.

GCSE Maths is recommended.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects in grades 6, 5, and 4.

Grade 4 in SL Maths and English.

European Baccalaureate

Pass at 70% or above with grade 7 in three subjects.

Grade 6 in Maths and English.

Scottish HNC

Other HNC subjects may be considered for year one entry, where a grade C in the graded unit is achieved.

Minimum year 2

HNC

Pass HNC Accounting with a grade of B at SCQF Level 7 in the graded unit.

Minimum year 3

HND

Pass HND Accounting with grades BB in all SCQF Level 8 graded units.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

Language Requirement

IELTS (Academic)
6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5
TOEFL Internet-Based Test
80 overall, with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing
Pearson’s Test of Academic English
56 overall, with a minimum of 51 in each component
Cambridge C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE))
169 overall, with a minimum of 162 in each component
Cambridge B2 First (formerly Cambridge English First (FCE))
169 overall, with a minimum of 162 in each component
Cambridge C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge English Advanced (CAE))
169 overall, with a minimum of 162 in each component
Trinity Integrated Skills Test (ISE)
III, ISE III, ISEIV with a pass in each component
LanguageCert English language qualification
B2 Communicator Test with an overall 39 or above and 25 or above in all skills

Programme Information

Course Category

Accounting, Business Management & Economics

Campus Name

Edinburgh

Course Level

Undergraduate

Duration

Full-time, 4 years

Available Intake

January, September

IELTS Score

5.5

Tuition Fees Range

Scotland, £1,820, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland,£9,250, Overseas and EU, £14,170,

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BA (Hons) Accounting

United Kingdom

Edinburgh Napier University

Course Overview

General Eligibility

Minimum year 1

SQA Higher

Standard Entry Requirement

Minimum Offer Entry Requirement

A Level

Irish Leaving Certificate

H2, H2, H3, H3 at Higher Level and grade O4 in Ordinary Level Maths and English.

BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3

BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3 plus A Level

T Level

International Baccalaureate Diploma

European Baccalaureate

Scottish HNC

HNC

HND

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

IELTS (Academic)

TOEFL Internet-Based Test

Pearson’s Test of Academic English

Cambridge C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE))

Cambridge B2 First (formerly Cambridge English First (FCE))

Cambridge C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge English Advanced (CAE))

Trinity Integrated Skills Test (ISE)

LanguageCert English language qualification

Programme Information

Course Category

Campus Name

Course Level

Duration

Available Intake

IELTS Score

Tuition Fees Range

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