BA (Hons) Accounting and Economics

at Cardiff Metropolitan University

• The first year introduces students to the fundamentals of accounting, economics, quantitative methods, and business contexts. 
• In the second year, modules cover financial reporting, management accounting, taxation, auditing, and economic theory at an intermediate level. 
• The third year builds on this foundation with advanced topics in accounting, finance, economics, and a dissertation or consultancy project.
•  Throughout the course, students develop professional skills that are highly valued by employers. 
• There is an option to undertake a year-long work placement to gain practical experience.

Course Modules

• Financial and Digital Accounting
• Management Accounting
• The Economy - Microeconomics
• The Economy - Macroeconomics
• Quantitative Methods
• Global Financial Services

Important Dates

The programme commences annually in September. Prospective applicants are advised to regularly check the university's website for the latest updates on the application procedure. It is advisable to gather all required paperwork in advance of the deadline to avoid last-minute complications, even though applications are submitted via UCAS.

• Students need to attain between 104 and 112 tariff points for admission. They should have achieved at least five GCSEs at Grade C / 4 or above, which must include English Language / Welsh First Language and Mathematics / Mathematics – Numeracy. 
• For A levels, applicants must have three A levels with at least a grade B; there are no specific subject requirements. 
• The Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate can count as a third subject. Alternatively, for Access to Higher Education Diploma, students need 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 Level 3 credits at Merit, with no specified subjects.
•  International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma applicants require a Higher level Grade 6, with no specific subject requirements.
•  Additionally, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5 is necessary.

The annual tuition fee for BA (Hons) Accounting and Economics is between £16,000/yr to £17,000/yr. To keep students updated on any alterations in programme charges, it's advisable for them to frequently monitor the university's website. These fees undergo yearly adjustments and depend on factors like the student's residency classification and enrollment status (whether full-time or part-time).

Graduates are well-prepared for roles in accounting, finance, banking, business analysis, economics research, and related fields. They can pursue professional qualifications like ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA to become chartered accountants or work in areas like financial analysis, investment banking, and economic consultancy. The combined expertise in accounting and economics also opens up opportunities in sectors like government, public policy, and international trade organisations.