BSc Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement
About this course
BSc in Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement, an economics and accounting degree covering economic structures, financial markets, and accountancy practices. Students spend the third year completing a paid industry placement in an accounting role within an organisation or firm. The programme is accredited by professional bodies including CIMA, ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS, and CIPFA.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA including Mathematics, or A*AB including A in Mathematics IB: 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including Mathematics with either 6 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches) BTEC: DDD in any Applied General BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma and A in mathematics at A-level (or equivalent) Find out more about BTEC entry requirements
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 72%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 85%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 70%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- London: 45%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 25%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants Scotland (ICAS) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.
- Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement at University of Bristol earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £33,000 after 3 years, £51,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £43,000 and £60,000. The £51,500 median after five years is £3,000 more than the UK median for Economics.
What do graduates of BSc Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement at University of Bristol do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement at University of Bristol?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement at University of Bristol?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 144 UCAS points.
Is BSc Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement at University of Bristol accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants Scotland (ICAS) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route. Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations.
How many students continue on BSc Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement at University of Bristol?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.