BA Accounting and Finance (With Foundation Year)
About this course
BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance. Core topics include Accounting, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Legal Analysis, and Research Methods. The programme is available as a four-year or five-year sandwich option with an optional paid industry placement year. A Foundation Year is also available, providing an additional introductory year before the standard degree.
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Entry requirements
48 points. Our offers are typically made using UCAS tariff points to allow you to include a range of level 3 qualifications and as a guide, the requirements for this course are equivalent to: A-Levels: EEE from 3 A Levels or equivalent grade combinations BTEC/CTEC: PPP from BTEC or Cambridge Technical (CTEC) qualifications International Baccalaureate: To include a minimum of 1 Higher Level certificates at grade H4 Additionally, we accept tariff points achieved for many other qualifications, such as the Access to Higher Education Diploma, Scottish Highers, UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma and WJEC Applied Certificate/Diploma, to name a few. We also accept tariff points from smaller level 3 qualifications, up to a maximum of 32, from qualifications like the Extended Project (EP/EPQ), music or dance qualifications. To find out more about UCAS tariff points, including what your qualifications are worth, please visit UCAS . If you will be over the age of 21 years of age at the beginning of your undergraduate study, you will be considered as a mature student. This means our offer may be different and any work or life experiences you have will be considered together with any qualifications you hold. UCAS have further information about studying as a mature student on their website which may be of interest.
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 93%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
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: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 55%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 330 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 13%
- South East: 64%
- South West: 11%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Other qualifications: 20%
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 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, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Developing Academic Skills and a Sense of Vocation
- World of Business
- Responsible Business
- Financial Accounting
- Management Accounting
- The Business Environment
- Discovering Your Subject
- Research and Consulting Skills
- International Financial Reporting
- Financial Management
- Data Analysis
- Financial Modelling
- Personal and Business Taxation
- Investments & Financial Risk Management
- Advanced Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Strategic Performance Management
- Audit & Assurance
- Strategic Leadership and Governance
- Digital Finance
- Capstone Project: Dissertation
- Capstone Project: Placement for Good
- Capstone Project: Consultancy Project
- Capstone Project: Start Up For Good
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Accounting and Finance (With Foundation Year) at University of Winchester earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £41,000. The £32,000 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Finance.
What do graduates of BA Accounting and Finance (With Foundation Year) at University of Winchester do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Accounting and Finance (With Foundation Year) at University of Winchester?
84% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Accounting and Finance (With Foundation Year) at University of Winchester?
The typical offer is EEE at A level. The average entrant had 39 UCAS points.
Is BA Accounting and Finance (With Foundation Year) at University of Winchester 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 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 BA Accounting and Finance (With Foundation Year) at University of Winchester include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA Accounting and Finance (With Foundation Year) at University of Winchester?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.