Accounting and Finance Degree UK: Level 4 & 5 – 240 Credits
The Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Management (Level 4 & 5 + Final Year from a UK
University) course is a comprehensive 240-credit programme intended to expedite students' progression
to the final year of an associated undergraduate degree within the Health and Social Care sector.
The objective of the Level 4 Diploma in Accounting and Finance qualification is to provide learners
with an understanding of accounting and finance within the broader business context. The objective of
the Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Finance qualification is to equip learners with the knowledge
and skills necessary for a middle manager role within an organisation. This includes proficiency in
financial management, financial planning and control, financial reporting, taxation, and people
management.
The qualification has three stages:
- Level 4 / 1st year bachelor's degree – 120 credits (10 modules)
- Level 5 / 2nd year bachelor's degree – 120 credits (10 modules)
Level 4 and 5 in Accounting and Finance is a 240 credit course designed to progress to the third
stage (final year) of an Undergraduate BA/BSc (Hons) in Accounting and Finance at the University,
which can either be completed on campus or via distance learning. This pathway leads to an
international accounting degree that is valued by employers worldwide.
The qualification also enables learners to advance within employment or pursue further studies
towards a BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance Top-Up degree. This can be achieved with advanced standing
at many Universities in the UK and overseas.
What will you do as an Accounting and Finance Professional?
- Solid grounding in core elements of accounting and finance
- Analyse and forecast financial performance
- Real-world experiences and industry insights
- Provides perfect academic credentials to fast-track you on a path to becoming a qualified
accountant
- Learn the basics of business law, accounting, and economics
- Make data-driven investment and budgeting decisions
- Align financial management with strategic business goals
- Use digital tools and systems for financial analysis
Whether you are looking to study accounting and finance in UK or earn an international accounting
degree from India, this programme offers a clear pathway to a globally recognised qualification.
Accredited Accounting and Finance Degree UK Pathway
All PGS courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. This ensures your
accounting and finance degree UK qualification meets the standards expected by UK universities and
employers.
First Year Modules - Accounting and Finance Degree UK
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The Business Environment
Explore issues outside the business that may affect it and its operations. Looking into
economics, international dimensions, nature, and competition.
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Managing and Using Finance
This module covers key areas of accounting, as viewed from a business perspective, explaining
how accountancy can inform and guide management decisions.
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Maximising Resources to Achieve Business Success
An organisation that fails to dedicate sufficient attention to its use of resources will
prove to be unprofitable over time. By being observant and prudent, any organisation can
achieve significant gains from the management of its resources.
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Quantitative Skills
Upon successful completion of this module, learners will possess knowledge of numeric
exercises and understand their application within the context of business.
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Basic Accounting
On completion of this module, learners will understand accounts and how they can be used to
give insight into the health of the organisation.
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Budgetary Control
This module aims to explain methods of financial control using budgets. This includes the
development and implementation of departmental budgets, which are combined to form a master
budget.
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Financial Performance
This module aims to demonstrate how financial performance can be assessed in organisations.
This includes the use of financial statements and accounting standards. It also examines ways
of raising finance over different periods of time.
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Financial Ratios
This module aims to demonstrate the application and meaning of the commonly used financial
ratios. This includes examining liquidity, solvency, gearing, and profitability.
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Financial Statements
This module aims to describe the preparation and presentation of the three financial
statements. This includes the accounting concepts used.
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Further Ratios
This module aims to demonstrate how to determine financial efficiency. This includes
understanding debt repayment capacity and investment appraisal. Using this knowledge, learners
will be able to assess the likelihood of future financial success.
Second Year Modules - Accounting and Finance Degree UK
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The Entrepreneurial Manager
What is an entrepreneur? Examine the skills and qualities of entrepreneurship.
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Organisation Structures
Why are organisations structured in the way they are? What determines the optimum structure,
and how does it differ between organisations? In this module, learners will look at the
numerous models and theories that make up organisational structure.
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Practical Accounting Analysis
Learners will complete exercises in accounts throughout this module to understand what they
are telling us and the actions that analysis can precipitate.
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Business Planning & Goal Setting
What is the business trying to achieve? What will it do? How will it do it? This module
focuses on the creation of clear goals and clear plans to achieve a clear objective.
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Politics & Business
Impact of politics on business and how it may help or hinder business. This module will
educate learners on economic impact, exports, and government support.
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Business Law
Explore the statutory responsibilities of managers as learners look into the legalities of
business and business executives.
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Managing in Today's World
Business in the modern world. This module focuses on governance and equality as a means to do
right in business.
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Performance Management
Understanding how your people and your business can continually improve together, learners
will review reward structures, CPD, training, and development to ensure high performance in
business.
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Marketing & Sales Planning
Learners will analyse how markets, customers, competitors, and products can come together in
a cohesive plan.
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Quantitative Skills
On successful completion of this module, learners will have knowledge of numeric exercises
and will understand their use within the context of the business.
Progress to Study Accounting and Finance in the UK
On completion of this accounting and finance degree UK programme, students have the opportunity to
complete a bachelor's degree from a range of UK universities. The final year top-up can be completed
on campus or via distance learning. This pathway allows you to study accounting and finance in UK and
earn an international accounting degree that is recognised globally.
Partner universities include:
- University of Bolton
- University of Derby
- University of Northampton
- University of Sunderland
Note: The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus. Feel free to contact the PGS Global
admissions team to discuss the best available Bachelor Final Year University progression routes at
PGS, in the UK or across the globe, in addition to the admission requirements.
Who Can Enroll in This Accounting and Finance Degree UK Programme?
For entry onto the Level 4 and Level 5 Accounting and Finance qualifications, learners must possess:
- Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Award/Diploma or at the level of GCE/GCSE/Plus 2 or equivalent
qualification
- The learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course.
Career Prospects After Your Accounting and Finance Degree UK
Successful completion of the undergraduate Level 4 (Accounting and Finance) and Level 5 (Advanced
Diploma in Accounting and Finance), along with the final year of an accredited undergraduate degree
programme, will provide students with the credentials to apply for jobs in accounting, finance,
management, or business consultancy.
Graduates of this accounting and finance degree UK programme can pursue roles such as:
- Accountant
- Financial Analyst
- Auditor
- Tax Consultant
- Investment Analyst
- Finance Officer
- Budget Analyst
- Management Accountant
- Credit Analyst
- Financial Planner
- Risk Analyst
- Compliance Officer
- Accounts Assistant
- Payroll Officer
- Treasury Analyst
- Internal Auditor
- Corporate Finance Associate
- Banking Associate
- Cost Accountant
- Finance Manager
This international accounting degree opens doors to career opportunities worldwide.
Admission Process
