BSc Accounting (Major) with Spanish
About this course
BSc in Accounting and Finance and Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies. Core topics include Programming, Control Systems, Data Analysis, Accounting, Policy Analysis, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Language & Translation. The curriculum incorporates a compulsory placement year undertaken in a region where the target language is spoken.
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Entry requirements
A level: Post A-Level Spanish AAB including A-level Spanish + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6 Note: for applicants who have not studied A-level Spanish then AS-level Spanish grade B would be acceptable in lieu of A-level Spanish. IB: 34 points overall, including 6,6,5 (Spanish) at Higher Level. If not offered at Higher Level then Standard Level grade 5 in Mathematics or GCSE Mathematics grade B/6.
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What students say
Based on about 46 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 77%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 20%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 75%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Who gets in
Based on about 50 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions 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 Chartered Accountants Ireland for the purpose of exemption from some professional exams.
- 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 Association of International Accountants (AIA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
Modules
- Introductory Financial Accounting
- Introductory Management Accounting
- Accounting Information Systems
- Foundations of Economics 1
- Spanish 1
- Spanish for Beginners
- Financial Accounting
- Management Accounting
- Law For Accountants
- Spanish 2
- Employability Module
- Financial Decision Making
- QBS Placement Year - Accounting with a Language
- Advanced Financial Accounting
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Taxation
- Law of Business Organisations
- Spanish 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Accounting (Major) with Spanish at Queen's University Belfast earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £28,000. The £25,000 median after fifteen months is £3,000 less than the UK median for Accounting.
What do graduates of BSc Accounting (Major) with Spanish at Queen's University Belfast 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 (Major) with Spanish at Queen's University Belfast?
77% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Accounting (Major) with Spanish at Queen's University Belfast?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 148 UCAS points.
Is BSc Accounting (Major) with Spanish at Queen's University Belfast accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions 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 Chartered Accountants Ireland for the purpose of exemption from some professional exams. 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 Association of International Accountants (AIA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
Does BSc Accounting (Major) with Spanish at Queen's University Belfast include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Accounting (Major) with Spanish at Queen's University Belfast?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.