BSc Accounting
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Accounting and Finance. Core topics include Accounting, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme is accredited by ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CFA, and other professional bodies. Students can opt for a four-year route with a placement year or study abroad, and have access to a Bloomberg Financial Markets Laboratory.
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Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications. Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . Applicants should also have GCSE Maths at Grade 4 or C, or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths. Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points Access to HE Diploma: pass with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points
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What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 125 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 40%
- Gained a higher qualification: 56%
- Left higher education: 1%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 40%
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Quality and Regulatory Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 65 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 14%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 50%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 8%
- South East: 8%
Who gets in
Based on about 85 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 20%
- Access course: 1%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 52%
- Other qualifications: 26%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the Association of International Accountants (AIA) 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 Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by CPA Australia for the purpose of eligibility for Associate membership and the exemption from all foundation exams.
- Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
- Global Issues for Business
- Foundation Year Research Project
- Group Challenge (Humanities)
- Foundation in Data Analysis
- Academic Writing Skills
- Accounting and Finance
- Developing Self and Others
- An Introduction to Economics
- Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Finance
- Marketing
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Management
- Information Systems in Accounting and Finance
- Management Accounting
- Understanding Entrepreneurship
- Disruptive and Emerging Technologies
- Sustainable Business and Innovation
- Macroeconomics: Managing the Economy
- Summer School
- Engaging with Entrepreneurial Organisations
- Responsible Business in Society
- Company Law
- Advanced Financial Reporting and Theory
- Auditing
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Taxation
- Macroeconomics: Managing the Economy
- Business Project Management
- Quantitative Methods in Accounting and Finance
- Summer School
- International Business
- Individual Research Project (Business)
- Company Law
- Placement Year (HUBS)
- Year Abroad (HUBS)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Accounting at University of Hull earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £42,500. The £32,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Accounting.
What do graduates of BSc Accounting at University of Hull do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Accounting at University of Hull?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Accounting at University of Hull?
The typical offer is 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
Is BSc Accounting at University of Hull accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations. Accredited by the Association of International Accountants (AIA) 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 Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. Accredited by CPA Australia for the purpose of eligibility for Associate membership and the exemption from all foundation exams. Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
Does BSc Accounting at University of Hull include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Accounting at University of Hull?
40% of students continued into their second year, and 1% left higher education.