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Accounting and Finance (Advanced Entry) BA (Hons)

London Metropolitan University (QA Higher Education)

Accounting and Finance (Advanced Entry) BA (Hons) at London Metropolitan University (QA Higher Education). Accounting and finance turns numbers into decisions: whether a business can grow, where money should be invested and how risk is managed.

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Duration: 2 years full-time (advanced entry)
Campuses: London, Birmingham
Award: BA (Hons)

Course overview

Accounting and finance turns numbers into decisions: whether a business can grow, where money should be invested and how risk is managed. Teaching combines technical practice on real company accounts with the commercial awareness employers look for.

Advanced entry lets you join the degree in its second year if you already have relevant study at Level 4.

Who this course is for

Suited to organised, numerate people who like accuracy and want a structured professional career.

Where you will study

London Metropolitan University (QA Higher Education)

London Metropolitan University degrees taught at QA Higher Education city-centre teaching centres, with timetables designed for working adults.

Awarding body: London Metropolitan University

Study mode: Full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week

Campus availability and timetables can vary by intake. Your adviser will confirm the location and teaching days before you apply.

What you will study

Module titles vary between institutions and may change from year to year. Typical topics include:

Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Business Economics
Financial Reporting
Corporate Finance
Taxation
Audit and Assurance
Finance Research Project

Entry requirements for UK students

Open to UK residents, including British and Irish citizens and people with settled or pre-settled status.
No formal qualifications are needed for most applicants aged 21 or over. You simply have a friendly interview and complete a short written task.
Work and life experience count, whatever your background and however long you have been out of education.
You will need photo ID and proof of address dated within the last month. If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you will also need a share code.
Not sure if you qualify? Ask us. We check your options before you apply, free of charge.

Every application is looked at individually. If you are not sure whether you qualify, ask us before ruling yourself out.

Where it can lead

Finance assistant
Audit associate
Financial analyst
Tax technician
Credit controller
Payroll specialist

Fees and funding

Eligible home students can apply to Student Finance England for a Tuition Fee Loan, paid directly to the institution, and a Maintenance Loan to help with living costs. Repayments only start once you have finished and earn above the repayment threshold.

Parents, carers and students with disabilities may qualify for extra, non-repayable support such as the Childcare Grant, Parents' Learning Allowance or Disabled Students' Allowance.

How we help with Student Finance

How to apply

Talk to an adviser
A free call to check the course suits your goals and circumstances.
Submit your application
Complete our secure online application and upload your documents. It takes about fifteen minutes.
Interview or assessment
Most institutions hold a short, friendly interview or written task. We help you prepare.
Offer and funding
Accept your offer and complete your Student Finance application with our support.

Start your application

Questions about this course

When does Accounting and Finance (Advanced Entry) BA (Hons) at London Met (QA) start?

Start dates: Several intakes a year, commonly January, May or June, and September. We recommend applying at least six to eight weeks before you want to start, so there is time for your interview and funding.

How long does the course take?

The course takes 2 years full-time (advanced entry). Study mode: full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week.

Do I need A levels or recent qualifications?

Not always. Many courses welcome applicants aged 21 or over on the basis of experience, an interview and a short written task. We will check the requirements for you.

Do I have to pay Lampton Education for help?

No. Our advice and application support are free for students, from the first conversation to enrolment.