Data sits at the centre of the MSc Accounting and Finance. You source and analyse live data sets from real business cases using industry-standard tools, then apply contemporary accounting and finance principles to strategic problems. Topics include the industry 4.0 business environment, blockchain, fintech services and distributed ledgers, and you evaluate how accounting and finance shape strategic planning, including mergers and acquisitions, pricing, capital expenditure and investment. If you already hold ACCA, CIMA or ICAEW qualifications, up to six module exemptions may be available, giving a faster route to the MSc. Study is part time and online. AF Education gives UK home students free help with the application and with a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- MSc (Masters)
- Study mode
- Part time
- Schedule options
- Online
- Upcoming intake
- November 2026
- Foundation year
- Not included in this course title
- Awarding university
- Arden University
- Partner pathway
- ARDEN
Who this course is for
This suits graduates and finance professionals who want a master’s that builds digital analysis skills, including qualified accountants looking for a fast-track route.
Entry routes for mature students
Standard entry is a UK honours degree at 2:2 or above, or equivalent. Without a degree, applications may be considered with at least five years’ work experience, ideally in a relevant field. All applicants provide supporting evidence to enrol.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible part-time courses, a Tuition Fee Loan can be paid directly to the university. Distance-learning students can normally only get a Maintenance Loan if they cannot attend in person because of a disability, so we check your position before you apply.
Check your Student Finance eligibility — free, takes about 2 minutes.
How often you study
This course is part-time online study, so there are no campus days to plan around. Arden confirms your study plan before you enrol.
Career and progression
The course is designed to support careers across accounting and finance roles and to prepare you to contribute to large strategic projects. AF Education does not guarantee jobs.
Course overview from Arden University
To support your employability and career progression in today’s fintech sector, this accounting and finance master’s will greatly develop your accounting and financial management skills by leveraging digital analysis and data handling. On the course, you’ll source, examine, and analyse live data sets from real-world business cases using industry-standard tools and then apply contemporary accounting and finance principles - developing your own solutions to the strategic challenges posed.
The course also explores new technologies such as the industry 4.0 business environment, blockchain, fintech services, and distributed ledgers, helping you refine your skill set and set yourself up for careers in a wide selection of accounting and finance roles. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to evaluate the impact that accounting and finance have on strategic planning, preparing you to contribute to large strategic projects such as mergers and acquisitions, pricing, capital expenditure, and investment.
*If you have previous accountancy qualifications from the ACCA, CIMA, or ICAEW, our master’s in finance and accounting is available with up to six possible module exemptions. This gives you a fast-track route to a Master of Science qualification with considerably reduced tuition fees.
MSc Accounting and Finance is available at Online. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for MSc Accounting and Finance
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Prefer to study from home?
If an on-campus location doesn't work for you, this course also offers an online study option — so you can still progress with a flexible learning route.
Entry Requirements for Arden University (Postgraduate)
These entry requirements apply to Arden University postgraduate courses (for example MSc, MBA and postgraduate certificates). All applicants must provide supporting evidence to enrol. Standard entry A UK Honours Degree at a…
English Language Requirements for Arden University
Arden University needs evidence that your English is at the right level for the course. You can meet this through recent study in English or an accepted English test. Qualifications studied in…
Interview Process
Arden University interviews are held online on Microsoft Teams. They are a short conversation about your course choice and how you meet the entry route — not a formal exam. Before the…
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How AF Education helps
AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.
FAQs about this course
Can I get exemptions if I’m already qualified?
If you hold ACCA, CIMA or ICAEW qualifications, up to six module exemptions may be available.
Is the MSc online?
Yes. This course is part-time online study.
What technologies does the course cover?
The industry 4.0 business environment, blockchain, fintech services and distributed ledgers, using live data sets and industry-standard tools.
Can I apply without a degree?
Applications may be considered with at least five years’ work experience, ideally in a relevant discipline.
Can I get a Postgraduate Master’s Loan for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
Can I get a Maintenance Loan for online study?
Normally not. GOV.UK says distance-learning students can only get a Maintenance Loan if they cannot attend in person because of a disability. A Tuition Fee Loan may still be available.
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Register your interest in under 2 minutes. 100% free — we never charge you anything. A dedicated advisor will contact you to check eligibility and guide you through enrolment for MSc Accounting and Finance.
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