MSc Accounting and Finance
London, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 18,150 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time international | home £12,875 per year; part-time international £2,142 per 30 credits | home £3,025 per 30 credits
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Introduction
Our flexible Master’s in Accounting and Finance gives you a strong grounding in these core disciplines. Unlock greater opportunities and professional growth through our professionally accredited master
This master's course provides the theoretical framework and practical skills you need to become a skilled and effective accountant. You'll learn how accounting and financial information is used to make decisions and how it fits into wider business environments. You also develop practical skills by analysing real data sets in software platforms. Our diverse and international curriculum is based on the latest international accounting standards, making it relevant to home and international students.
The technical aspects of our MSc in Accounting and Finance are in line with the requirements set out by the accountancy profession. The course is accredited by leading accounting professional bodies including, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW and IFA.
What you should know about this course
- Graduates can pursue diverse career paths including Accounting and Control, Financial Analysis and Advisory, Corporate Finance and Treasury, and Management.
- Exemptions from renowned professional bodies result in reduced completion time for your professional awards and a significant boost to your earning potential.
- Deepen your understanding of accounting and finance principles and gain specialised knowledge in areas like financial modelling, corporate finance, and financial analysis.
- Master essential skills sought after by employers in various financial sectors, including data analysis, financial reporting, risk management, and financial modelling.
- Study at our beautiful Greenwich campus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in London.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Curriculum
Full time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Accounting for Performance and Control (30 credits)
- International Financial Accounting and Reporting (30 credits)
- Academic English for Postgraduates (Business)
- Research Methods (15 credits)
- Foundations of Scholarship (Dept ACC) (15 credits)
- Dissertation (Postgraduate Accounting and Finance Suite) (45 credits)
- Principles of Finance (30 credits)
Students are required to choose 1 module from this list of options.
- Financial Analysis and Valuation (15 credits)
- International Assurance (15 credits)
- Project Finance (15 credits)
Part-time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Academic English for Postgraduates (Business)
- Foundations of Scholarship (Dept ACC) (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 60 credits from this list of options.
- Accounting for Performance and Control (30 credits)
- International Financial Accounting and Reporting (30 credits)
- Principles of Finance (30 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Research Methods (15 credits)
- Dissertation (Postgraduate Accounting and Finance Suite) (45 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Accounting for Performance and Control (30 credits)
- International Financial Accounting and Reporting (30 credits)
- Principles of Finance (30 credits)
Students are required to choose 15 credits from this list of options.
- Financial Analysis and Valuation (15 credits)
- International Assurance (15 credits)
- Project Finance (15 credits)
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Some accounting and finance graduates go straight into practice in accountancy firms. This allows you to work with multiple clients across various industries. Alternatively, you could work in areas such as auditing or stockbroking.
Recent positions secured by our graduates include assurance associate at Grant Thornton, financial modeller at KPMG, and counter-risk trader at Barclays Investment Bank.
Do you provide employability services?
Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential and offer support for two years after graduation. Services include:
- CV, cover letter, and application tips
- Interviews support
- Careers fairs
- Mentoring