Finance and Accounting MSc

Our Finance and Accounting MSc will help you develop an in-depth knowledge of financial theory and practice, research methods, financial markets, financial accounting and management accounting.During times of crisis, accountancy is seen as a stable profession. With accountants’ workloads already increased by assisting businesses with the transitions from political changes like Brexit, the recent pandemic has increased the need for skills in cost-cutting, forecasting, tax and insolvency.This course has been designed to help you develop the skills necessary to advise on financial accounting standards, solve complex business problems and address the latest issues in financial theory and practice.Full-time students also have the option to add work experience to your masters through a year’s paid placement in industry.This course is part of our Finance MSc programme. All students complete the same core finance modules, then from the end of the first semester you will be able to specialise in one of seven areas.The other specialisms offered are:Finance and Banking MScFinance and Data Analytics MScFinance and Fintech MScFinance and Investment MScFinance and Risk Management MScEconomics and Finance MSc.

Normally a good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject is required. Work experience is useful but not essential. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications may be considered.