For future accountants, the BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting stands out for its exemptions: completing the course can cover all nine ACCA foundation papers, the highest level available. Direct exemptions come through modules in Financial Auditing, Financial Management in Organisations, Financial Reporting for Businesses, Managing Business Performance and Taxation for Business, alongside exemptions for Accountant in Business, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting and Corporate and Business Law. The syllabus mixes theory and practical tools, and transferable skills such as enterprise and quantitative analysis are developed throughout. An Employability Scheme adds CV workshops, interview techniques and employer visits. Study is at the East India campus in London, on two weekdays or an evening-and-Saturday pattern. AF Education gives UK home students free help applying and with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BSc (Hons) (Bachelors)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekday
- Location
- At the East India campus in London
- Upcoming intake
- January 2027
- Application deadline
- 25 Jan 2027
- Foundation year
- Not included in this course title
- Awarding university
- Anglia Ruskin University
- Partner pathway
- ARU
Who this course is for
This suits adults who plan to qualify as an accountant or move into auditing, financial reporting, management accounting or financial services.
Entry routes for mature students
Standard entry is at least two A-levels and three GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths. Mature applicants without formal qualifications can apply with relevant work experience, assessed through a personal statement and references.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.
Check your Student Finance eligibility — free, takes about 2 minutes.
How often you study
Standard delivery is two weekdays of your choice, 10am to 5pm. A non-standard pattern runs on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6pm to 9pm, plus Saturday 10am to 5pm, so many students keep working.
Career and progression
Career routes named for the course include chartered accountant, stockbroker, actuary, economist, tax adviser and forensic accountant. AF Education does not guarantee jobs.
Course overview from Anglia Ruskin University
A degree in Finance and Accounting offers valuable knowledge and skills for various careers within the business world. Whether your goal is to become a qualified accountant or explore other business roles, this degree provides a solid foundation. Successful completion of the Finance and Accounting course provides the highest level of exemptions, covering a total of 9 foundation papers, for students who are already considering obtaining a professional accounting certification, such as the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).
Whether you want to move into auditing, financial reporting, management accounting or financial services, this could be the course for you. You’ll develop subject-specific skills alongside important transferable skills like communication, enterprise, problem-solving and quantitative analysis.
The course syllabus has also been carefully designed to combine both theoretical and practical aspects of finance and accountancy. Students acquire practical knowledge of finance and accounting fields and essential tools and techniques through real-world content, preparing them with the abilities and skills desired by potential employers.
Full details of ACCA Exemptions below:
Completion of the following modules will give direct exemptions for;
1. Financial Auditing (MOD003377) – Audit and Assurance
2. Financial Management in Organisations (MOD003462)
3. Financial Reporting for Businesses (MOD003459) – Financial Reporting (FR)
4. Managing Business Performance (MOD003460) – Performance Management (PM)
5. Taxation for Business (MOD003461) – Taxation (TX)
Completion of our BSc Finance and Accounting course would also enable you to obtain exemptions for the following ACCA modules:
- Accountant in Business (AB)
- Management Accounting (MA)
- Financial Accounting (FA)
- Corporate and Business Law (LW)
During your studies, there will be the opportunity to participate in the Employability Scheme with the specific objective of enhancing your future employment prospects. This includes CV workshops, interview techniques, career counselling and visits from prospective employers.
Career routes:
- Chartered Accountant
- Stockbroker
- Actuary
- Economist
- Tax Adviser
- Forensic Accountant
How this course differs
This page is BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting at Anglia Ruskin University: Bachelors, no foundation year, Full Time (Weekday), at East India (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.
| Course | University | Level | Foundation year | Mode | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting this page | Anglia Ruskin University (Partner: ARU) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Weekday | East India (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting with Foundation | Anglia Ruskin University (Partner: ARU) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | East India (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting | University of Greater Manchester (Partner: UGM) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Weekday | Manchester |
| BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting with Foundation Year | University of Greater Manchester (Partner: UGM) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Manchester |
BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for BSc (Hons) Finance and Accounting
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East India
Import and Export Buildings, 2 Clove Crescent, Poplar, London, E14 2BE.
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FAQs about this course
How many ACCA exemptions can I get?
Completing the course can give exemptions from all nine ACCA foundation papers.
Which days would I attend?
Either two weekdays of your choice from 10am to 5pm, or Tuesday and Thursday evenings plus Saturday.
Is there careers support?
Yes. The Employability Scheme includes CV workshops, interview techniques, career counselling and visits from prospective employers.
Can I apply without A-levels?
Mature applicants can apply with relevant work experience, assessed through a personal statement and references.
Can I get Student Finance England for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
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