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MSc Accounting and Finance (Top-up)

Arden University

The MSc Accounting and Finance (Top-up) is aimed at qualified accountants who already hold ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent professional status. Course notes describe substantial module exemptions from a standard taught MSc, leaving a focused Financial Management Project so you can finish the Master of Science award without repeating a full 180-credit programme. Study is part-time and online, which suits busy UK practitioners who will not leave employment. Online interviews on Microsoft Teams are part of the admissions process. Busy practitioners often prefer this exemption-led structure to repeating taught modules they have already covered in professional qualifications. 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 qualified accountants and finance professionals who already hold ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent status and want to complete a master’s award.

Entry routes for mature students

This postgraduate top-up is aimed at qualified accountants who already hold ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent professional status, or prior Level 7 study that attracts exemptions. AF Education confirms what applies to you before you apply.

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 delivered online, so there are no campus days to plan around. Your study plan is confirmed before you enrol.

Career and progression

AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. The course is designed to support specialist roles and further professional development in the subject.

Course overview from Arden University

About MSc Accounting and Finance (Top-up)

The MSc Accounting and Finance (Top-up) at Arden University is a part-time, online master's pathway aimed at qualified accountants who already hold ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, or equivalent professional status. According to the existing the university's course information, successful applicants may receive substantial module exemptions from the standard MSc, leaving a focused final Financial Management Project to complete for the full Master of Science award.

That structure suits busy UK professionals who want a recognised postgraduate label without repeating a full 180-credit taught MSc from scratch. Study is recorded as online and part-time, which can fit around employment in practice, industry finance, or related roles.

Career angles include consolidating professional membership with an academic master's, strengthening project and research skills for senior finance posts, and preparing for roles that value both chartered credentials and a university award. Entry still depends on your professional status and Arden's assessment of prior learning.

If you are comparing Arden postgraduate accounting options, this top-up is specifically for those with qualifying professional exemptions rather than a full taught MSc from zero. AF Education can help UK applicants clarify Student Finance or self-funding implications where relevant and outline application evidence you will need.

MSc Accounting and Finance (Top-up) is available at Online. Campus details and map links are below.

Available Campuses for MSc Accounting and Finance (Top-up)
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Entry Requirements for Arden University (Postgraduate Top-up)

These entry requirements apply to Arden University postgraduate top-up routes. A top-up lets you complete a full master’s award by building on prior Level 7 study or professional status, rather than starting…

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…

See the full entry, English language and interview requirements for Arden University →

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

Who is the MSc top-up for?

Qualified accountants who already hold ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW or equivalent professional status, subject to exemptions.

How is the course delivered?

The schedule is Online (Part time).

Can mature students apply?

Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.

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.

Does AF Education guarantee a job after the course?

No. AF Education helps with applications and funding checks but does not guarantee jobs or places.

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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    We guide you through enrolment, registration, and the final steps to begin your course. Once you are enrolled, Student Finance England can start paying your tuition fees to the university.

Required Documents to Apply to this Course

  • Proof of ID Required

    Valid passport or national ID document.

  • Proof of Address Required

    Recent bill or bank statement showing address.

  • CV Required

    Updated CV with education and experience.

  • Personal Statement If available

    Personal statement for the application.

  • Immigration Share Code If available

    UKVI share code for immigration status checks.

  • Academic Qualification If available

    Certificates and transcripts of academic qualifications.

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