Department of Accounting | BSc Accounting 36 months Undergraduate Programme By Durham University |TopUniversities

Department of Accounting | BSc Accounting

Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Accounting and Finance

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Accounting is the ideal choice if you have an analytical mind and like solving problems - contrary to popular opinion, you don’t have to be a maths expert to study accounting - communication in both written and verbal form is just as important as crunching numbers. Accountants are trusted business advisors and work in many areas of business.


This single honours degree will immerse you in the study of accounting and business from day one. Offering professional accreditation from some ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS and CIMA examinations, on successful completion you can graduate as a partly exam-qualified accountant, with only work experience and a few final exams to complete to be fully-qualified (subject to optional module choices and to achieving specific grades in certain papers).


The degree has six subject pillars and one theme:


  • Financial accounting
  • Management accounting
  • Technology
  • Audit and assurance
  • Taxation
  • Research in accounting
  • Employability theme

The subject pillars build throughout the degree so that you can identify links between modules. The employability theme helps you to understand the connection between work done and employability skills gained.


Employability is woven into every aspect of the course, from modules developed in consultation with accounting bodies and leading employers to guest lectures and additional activities. We also offer the option to apply to add a placement year.


The BSc in Accounting combines academic excellence, insightful research and exceptional global business connections. On completion you will be equipped with the skills to become an innovative business thinker in and beyond your career.


Durham Education 2027


The University is committed to continuous improvement and is currently undertaking a review to enhance our courses. As we make updates, some details of courses advertised for 2027 entry may change. These enhancements are being developed in consultation with students and in response to student feedback.


We will not be making changes to degree subjects, academic standards or the broad concepts that will be taught, but to how courses are organised. In some cases this may mean that the balance of compulsory and optional modules may change.Any updates will be communicated transparently and by the end of summer 2026, ensuring applicants know exactly what to expect from their chosen degree.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Accounting and Finance

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Accounting is the ideal choice if you have an analytical mind and like solving problems - contrary to popular opinion, you don’t have to be a maths expert to study accounting - communication in both written and verbal form is just as important as crunching numbers. Accountants are trusted business advisors and work in many areas of business.


This single honours degree will immerse you in the study of accounting and business from day one. Offering professional accreditation from some ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS and CIMA examinations, on successful completion you can graduate as a partly exam-qualified accountant, with only work experience and a few final exams to complete to be fully-qualified (subject to optional module choices and to achieving specific grades in certain papers).


The degree has six subject pillars and one theme:


  • Financial accounting
  • Management accounting
  • Technology
  • Audit and assurance
  • Taxation
  • Research in accounting
  • Employability theme

The subject pillars build throughout the degree so that you can identify links between modules. The employability theme helps you to understand the connection between work done and employability skills gained.


Employability is woven into every aspect of the course, from modules developed in consultation with accounting bodies and leading employers to guest lectures and additional activities. We also offer the option to apply to add a placement year.


The BSc in Accounting combines academic excellence, insightful research and exceptional global business connections. On completion you will be equipped with the skills to become an innovative business thinker in and beyond your career.


Durham Education 2027


The University is committed to continuous improvement and is currently undertaking a review to enhance our courses. As we make updates, some details of courses advertised for 2027 entry may change. These enhancements are being developed in consultation with students and in response to student feedback.


We will not be making changes to degree subjects, academic standards or the broad concepts that will be taught, but to how courses are organised. In some cases this may mean that the balance of compulsory and optional modules may change.Any updates will be communicated transparently and by the end of summer 2026, ensuring applicants know exactly what to expect from their chosen degree.

Admission Requirements

3 Years
Sep

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