BSc Accounting
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Accounting and Finance, combining rigorous study with professional insight. Core topics include Accounting, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Legal Analysis, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students can choose an optional year-long placement between levels 5 and 6 to gain practical workplace experience.
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff: 96 to 112 Tariff Points Subject requirements: There are no specific subject requirements for this course.
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What students say
Based on about 21 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 75%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 65 students who started
- Continued on course: 70%
- Gained a higher qualification: 1%
- Left higher education: 16%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 12%
What graduates do next
Based on about 20 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 35%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 45%
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 100 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 57%
- North West: 12%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 16%
- East Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 4%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 65 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- Foundation course: 3%
- Other HE qualification: 8%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for full membership with that body.
- 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 Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
- 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 the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Mathematics and Statistics
- Accounting, Economics and Finance in a Global Business Environment
- Careers in Accounting, Economics and Finance
- Introduction to Financial Accounting
- Business Law for Accountants
- Management Accounting and Analytics I
- Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Professional Practice in Accounting, Economics and Finance
- Corporate Governance and Responsibility
- Corporate and Group Accounting
- Applied Taxation
- Management Accounting and Analytics II
- Newcastle Business School Work Placement Year
- Newcastle Business School Study Abroad Year
- Newcastle Business School Blended Placement Year: Work Placement Semester
- Newcastle Business School Blended Placement Year: Study Abroad Semester
- Sustainable Development and Responsible Business
- Assurance
- Contemporary Issues in Financial Reporting
- Financial Management
- Dissertation
- Management Enquiry
- Undergraduate Consultancy Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Accounting at Northumbria University earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £32,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £43,500. The £32,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Accounting.
What do graduates of BSc Accounting at Northumbria University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Accounting at Northumbria University?
80% 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 Northumbria University?
The typical offer is CA at A level. The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
Is BSc Accounting at Northumbria University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) for the purpose of eligibility to apply for full membership with that body. 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 Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). 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 the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
Does BSc Accounting at Northumbria University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Accounting at Northumbria University?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 16% left higher education.