- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time
- Mode
- Online
- Subject
- Accounting
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Our degree will give you the opportunity to study two interrelated subjects, providing you with a comprehensive knowledge of the key areas of economics and accounting. You will be introduced to techniques of accounting, such as financial reporting, management accounting, auditing and taxation. If you choose to take our Economics and Accounting BSc you will have the opportunity to gain exemptions from certain professional exams through CIMA, ACCA, ACA (offered by the ICAEW), and ICAS giving you a head-start in a career in accountancy. These exemptions are dependent upon the satisfactory completion of certain modules. An optional year studying abroad or undertaking an industry placement will enhance your skills and build your professional network. Your time with us will also equip you with the research techniques that are vital to postgraduate study. The close relationship between research and teaching is one of the great advantages of studying with us, and we welcome talented students from countries all over the world. Our staff are active researchers of international renown, and have acted as advisers and consultants to many international and national organisations, including the European Central Bank, the United Nations, the International Monetary Fund, the Central Bank of Poland, the Central Bank of Greece and a number of UK Government departments. Many of our academics also have experience as practitioners in industry. The first year of this degree is shared with the following BSc degrees: This means that you have the option to switch to any of these courses at the end of your first year. Other official national and international qualifications considered from across the world. You can review some of the qualifications we accept on our countries page and English Language equivalencies. If your qualification or country is not listed, please contact us for more information, including the name and result of the qualification you have studied. Second Year Entry may
Entry requirements
| A levels | ABB |
|---|---|
| A levels | BBB · with EPQ; + EPQ at grade B |
| Access to HE Diploma | Pass · Pass relevant Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3, including 30 credits at Distinction |
| GCSE | 5/B · Subjects: Mathematics, English Language, English |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 |
| BTEC | DDD · Subjects: in Business (plus 5 · BTEC National Extended Diploma |
| T Levels | Distinction · Subjects: in Finance (plus 5 |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall |
|---|
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Fees
International students: £20,200
UK students: £9,790; £10,050
UK/Home: £9,790; £10,050
International: £20,200
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
UCAS deadline (equal consideration)
Campus
- Leicester, Campus-based, United Kingdom