BSc Degree in Accounting & Finance @ Richmond University

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Tuition Fee

£9,250 (UK)
£14,750 (EU/INT)
$38,000 (US)

Duration

4 Years (Full-time)
(including one year at QCF Level 3)

Accreditation

QAA

MSCHE (US)

Location

Richmond Hill Campus

Scholarships

UK/EU – £3,085 p.a.

International – up to £4,500 p.a.

US – up to $23,000 p.a.

Programme Overview

The BSc Accounting and Finance programme is primarily designed for students who are interested in following a career in accountancy or in obtaining professional accounting qualifications at the start of their business career. Students will gain advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of accounting and finance and learn to understand management concepts within an international business context.

This programme goes beyond the theoretical and quantitative techniques fundamental to accounting and finance. It draws from various disciplines, such as statistics, economics, law and information technology in order to gain a truly solid understanding of the field. With a generalist business and management core, this degree will not just allow you to pursue careers in accounting and finance but in relevant managerial fields as well.

Students will develop a set of transferable skills, such as problem solving and advanced analytical thinking, to support them in their professional journey. Students will learn how to work effectively individually and in teams to become confident communicators both written and verbally in order to ensure they can communicate and liaise effectively in a business environment.

Students who study this programme will gain exemptions from the ACCA qualification as follows: Business and Technology (BT), Management Accounting (MA), Financial Accounting (FA), Corporate and Business Law (LW), Performance Management (PM), Taxation (TX), Financial Reporting (FR) and Audit and Assurance (AA). These papers are previously known as F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7 and F8.

Top 5 Reasons To Study Accounting and Finance:

Acquire advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and master the computational and calculation skills demanded by the financial industry
Gain exemptions from some of the professional accounting examinations, accelerating your progress towards gaining qualifications which are recognised and essential for working in accountancy and finance
Specialise in a number of courses including financial accounting, managerial accounting, applied accounting, financial reporting, taxation and auditing
Benefit from the opportunity to gain practical work experience specific to accounting and finance organisations, through an internship – essential criteria many recruiters look for in candidates
Learn a variety of transferable business skills such as problem solving, perform data analysis, IT and written and oral communication – essential criteria for employers

After you graduate
Career Paths
World Bank, Credit Suisse, Greenpeace USA, Stonewall, The United Nations Children’s Fund, BBC, Bloomberg L.P, PwC, NBC News, Christies, Al Jazeera

Further Education
CASS Business School, London School of Economics and Political Science, SOAS, University of London, University of Cambridge, University of Sydney

Career paths for graduates
Accountancy, Tax Advisory, Analyst, Management Consultant, Financial Consultant, Banking, Business and Management, Wealth Management, Corporate Finance
Career Support
We offer career support and advice through our Careers & Internships Office that will assist and guide you in your study choices to make sure you stand out from the crowd when you graduate. Through internships you will gain business acumen, beneficial work experiences and transferable skills which will give you a competitive advantage in a fast-paced working environment. Work while you study across 5 continents through our partners Connect123 and CRCC Asia with destinations in Spain, Argentina, South Africa, China, Japan, Vietnam and Australia.
Study Abroad
All students at Richmond University have the opportunity to study abroad. You can either study at one of our campuses for a semester to a year or study overseas at any of our partner locations across the world giving you an unique experience.

Modules breakdown

Core Modules

CORE SUBJECTS
YEAR 1	YEAR 2	YEAR 3	YEAR 4
Foundations of Business	Financial Accounting	Advanced Managerial Accounting	Taxation
Functions and Applications	Managerial Accounting	Advanced Financial Accounting	Financial Reporting

Transitions I	Introduction to Microeconomics	Fundamental Analysis	Audit and Assurance
Transitions II	Introduction to Macroeconomics	Corporate Finance	Money and Banking
Scientific Reasoning	Computer Applications in Management	Principles of Investment	Financial Institutions and Markets
Creative Expression	Calculus with Applications	Legal and Ethical Concepts in Management
Research and Writing I	Probability & Statistics I
Plus 3 QCF Level 3 Electives	Research and Writing II
	Plus 2 FHEQ Level 4 Electives

Electives

ELECTIVE MODULES
YEAR 1	YEAR 2	YEAR 3	YEAR 4
		Plus two of the following:	Plus five of the following OR Internship and three of the following:
		Compliance and Regulation	Quantitative Models in Finance
		Organisational Behaviour	The Global Investor
		Operations Management	International Finance
		Governance and Sustainability	Wealth Management
		Game Theory and Decision Methods	World Internship in Finance (6 CREDITS)
		Plus 2 FHEQ Level 5 Electives	Internship in Finance (6 CREDITS)
		Competition and Strategy

Entry Requirements

A Level: 96 UCAS points

US High School Diploma (or equivalent): 2.5 GPA minimum (on 4.0 scale)

International Baccalaureate: 24 IB points (year 1) BTEC National Diploma: MMM.

Completion of Year 12-13 International equivalent secondary school qualification with a minimum grade average of grade of C including mathematics and English

English Language Requirements (Non Native English Speakers)

Qualification	Undergraduate	Validity Period
IELTS (Academic)	5.5 with 5.5 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing	2 Years
TOEFL IBT	72 with 17 Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 Writing, 20 Speaking	2 Years
Pearson Test of English	51 with 51 in each component	2 Years
First, Advanced, Proficiency – taken after January 2015	162 overall (no less than 162 in each component)	No Expiry
Cambridge First: Advantage, Proficiency – taken before January 2015	Cambridge First: Grade B overall (No less than B in any component)	No Expiry
	Cambridge Advanced: Grade C (no less than C in any component) less than C in any component)	No Expiry
	Cambridge Proficiency: Level C1 certificate	No Expiry

How to apply

You apply directly using the Common Application ($50.00) or the Richmond online Application. In order to submit your application you will need the following information

Details of your education history, including the dates of all exams/assessments
The email address of your referee who we can request a reference from, or alternatively an electronic copy of your academic reference
A personal statement – this can either be emailed as a Word Document or PDF, or completed online
An electronic copy of your in process or completed high school (secondary school) transcript and graduation certificate

When to apply

We encourage you to complete your application as early as possible, even if you are completing your undergraduate programme of study. In this case you will be offered a place that is conditional on successfully completing a specified qualification and English language qualification if applicable. If you would like your application to be considered for a Richmond bursary, an early application is strongly recommended

Application process

Admission is by interview unless you live outside the UK when we may interview you via Skype or by telephone. We may also determine your suitability on the basis of their application and qualifications alone. Find out more about applying.

UCAS Course Code

NN34

Full Time 3-4 Years

Including one year at QCF Level 3
(subject to credit transfer)

Contact our admissions team for more details:
admissions@richmond.ac.uk

Please note: Non US students are eligible

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What our students say

“I interned at AGC Partners. AGC Partners is a small, technology-focused, Boston-based Investment Bank that offers advisory services with respect to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as well as capital financings.

During my internship I was responsible for supporting the London operations in any way possible. I was involved in both the preparation of pitch books as well as deal material and market research.

Throughout my internship at AGC Partners I gained valuable insight into both the processes of Investment Banking as well as my own personal career choices. I did not only have the chance to observe the daily routines and challenges of an Investment Banker but also got to apply and improve my financial and analytical skills.”

Marlene DieckertFinance Intern at AGC Partners, Spring Semester 2014

“I interned for the Finance Department at The International Transport Workers’ Federation. Working for the ITF was a revealing experience; I learned about the scope of my interests and if those interests coincide with a future in Finance or Accounting. This internship has provided me with the necessary skills of working efficiently without error and maintaining a strong focus throughout the day that will help me to be successful after Richmond. I mostly am enjoying the positive relationships that I am building with my co-workers, which I hope will persist after I leave in August. Working at the ITF is both challenging and comforting, and I am grateful for this experience.”

Thomas RutherfoordFinance Intern at The International Transport Workers’ Federation, Summer Semester 2013

Where to find us

Richmond Hill Campus

Queen’s Road
Richmond-upon-Thames
TW10 6JP
England

+44 (0) 208 332 8200 (Main Switchboard)

Programme Overview

Top 5 Reasons To Study Accounting and Finance:

Modules breakdown

CORE SUBJECTS

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

YEAR 4

Plus 3 QCF Level 3 Electives

Plus 2 FHEQ Level 4 Electives

ELECTIVE MODULES

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

YEAR 4

Plus two of the following:

Plus five of the following OR Internship and three of the following:

Plus 2 FHEQ Level 5 Electives

Qualification

Undergraduate

Validity Period

UCAS Course Code

Full Time 3-4 Years

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Where to find us

Richmond Hill Campus

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