BA (Hons) in Accounting and Economics with Foundation Year

at Cardiff Metropolitan University

• The foundation year covers essential modules in mathematics, accounting fundamentals, economic principles, business skills, and academic writing to prepare students for the degree level. 
• In the first year of the degree, students are introduced to the core concepts of financial accounting, management accounting, microeconomics, and macroeconomics. 
• The second year builds on this foundation with modules in financial reporting, taxation, auditing, economic theory, and quantitative methods. 
• The third year focuses on advanced topics in accounting, finance, economics, and a dissertation or consultancy project. 
• Throughout the programme, students develop professional skills and have the option of undertaking a work placement.

Course Modules

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

Important Dates

Every September marks the beginning of the course. Individuals considering application are advised to stay tuned to the university's website for updates on the application process. It's prudent to have all required documents prepared well ahead of the deadline to avoid any frantic rush towards the end, even though applications are conducted via UCAS.

• Applicants need to achieve between 104 and 112 tariff points for admission. They must have at least five GCSEs graded at C / 4 or higher, including English Language / Welsh First Language and Mathematics / Mathematics – Numeracy.
•  For A levels, three subjects are required 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 an Access to Higher Education Diploma, students need 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 Level 3 credits at Merit, with no specific subjects required. 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) in Accounting and Economics with Foundation Year is between £16,000/yr to £17,000/yr.  It is recommended that students regularly check the university's website to stay informed about any changes in programme fees. These fees are adjusted annually and depend on factors such as the student's residency status and enrollment status (full-time or part-time). The university's website is the primary resource for up-to-date fee information, which includes potential additional expenses.

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