48 monthsProgramme duration
17,520 GBPTuition Fee/year
30 Jun, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Accounting is so much more than crunching numbers, it is the backbone of any business, and with the advances of technology and AI, it guarantees an exciting career. On this course, you will develop your accounting, finance and general business skills, including the various techniques and policies relating to corporate finance, reporting, statistics, and governance; tax; auditing; and management accounting. In addition, you’ll gain transferable skills, such as time and project management, communication, data collection and management, as well as IT skills that will future-proof your career.
This highly regarded course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes and is designed to prepare you for a range of careers. The course is run by our experienced academic staff who have strong industry connections and invite guest speakers from the public and private sectors regularly.
Edinburgh is one of the UK’s most prominent financial hubs, and thanks to Edinburgh Napier University’s industry links, you’ll be able to benefit from many internship, networking and employment opportunities.
Should you choose to go down the entrepreneurial route instead, the Bright Red Triangle – our start-up incubator with certified business advisors and a co-working space – is here to support you in achieving your dream every step of the way.
We are the # 1 UK modern university for Accounting and Finance (Good University Guide 2025).
You'll study six modules, over two trimesters, per year. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, workshops, directed learning and independent study. We also partner with industry organisations to provide a select number of summer internships for students in year three of our programme. We also support students in finding their own summer internship opportunities.
On successful completion of Year 3, you'll be eligible for an unclassified degree, and on successful completion of Year 4, an Honours degree.
We offer tuition that is supported by experienced teaching staff with strong industry connections. Guest speakers from the public and private sectors add value to the course.
Most importantly, this course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes including:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Chartered Institute of Management Accounting (CIMA) Chartered Institute of Public Finance & Accountancy (CIPFA) Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Accreditations from these accounting bodies highlight the relevance of this course for the modern business environment.
This highly regarded course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes and is designed to prepare you for a range of careers. The course is run by our experienced academic staff who have strong industry connections and invite guest speakers from the public and private sectors regularly.
Edinburgh is one of the UK’s most prominent financial hubs, and thanks to Edinburgh Napier University’s industry links, you’ll be able to benefit from many internship, networking and employment opportunities.
Should you choose to go down the entrepreneurial route instead, the Bright Red Triangle – our start-up incubator with certified business advisors and a co-working space – is here to support you in achieving your dream every step of the way.
We are the # 1 UK modern university for Accounting and Finance (Good University Guide 2025).
You'll study six modules, over two trimesters, per year. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, workshops, directed learning and independent study. We also partner with industry organisations to provide a select number of summer internships for students in year three of our programme. We also support students in finding their own summer internship opportunities.
On successful completion of Year 3, you'll be eligible for an unclassified degree, and on successful completion of Year 4, an Honours degree.
We offer tuition that is supported by experienced teaching staff with strong industry connections. Guest speakers from the public and private sectors add value to the course.
Most importantly, this course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes including:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Chartered Institute of Management Accounting (CIMA) Chartered Institute of Public Finance & Accountancy (CIPFA) Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Accreditations from these accounting bodies highlight the relevance of this course for the modern business environment.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Accounting is so much more than crunching numbers, it is the backbone of any business, and with the advances of technology and AI, it guarantees an exciting career. On this course, you will develop your accounting, finance and general business skills, including the various techniques and policies relating to corporate finance, reporting, statistics, and governance; tax; auditing; and management accounting. In addition, you’ll gain transferable skills, such as time and project management, communication, data collection and management, as well as IT skills that will future-proof your career.
This highly regarded course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes and is designed to prepare you for a range of careers. The course is run by our experienced academic staff who have strong industry connections and invite guest speakers from the public and private sectors regularly.
Edinburgh is one of the UK’s most prominent financial hubs, and thanks to Edinburgh Napier University’s industry links, you’ll be able to benefit from many internship, networking and employment opportunities.
Should you choose to go down the entrepreneurial route instead, the Bright Red Triangle – our start-up incubator with certified business advisors and a co-working space – is here to support you in achieving your dream every step of the way.
We are the # 1 UK modern university for Accounting and Finance (Good University Guide 2025).
You'll study six modules, over two trimesters, per year. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, workshops, directed learning and independent study. We also partner with industry organisations to provide a select number of summer internships for students in year three of our programme. We also support students in finding their own summer internship opportunities.
On successful completion of Year 3, you'll be eligible for an unclassified degree, and on successful completion of Year 4, an Honours degree.
We offer tuition that is supported by experienced teaching staff with strong industry connections. Guest speakers from the public and private sectors add value to the course.
Most importantly, this course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes including:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Chartered Institute of Management Accounting (CIMA) Chartered Institute of Public Finance & Accountancy (CIPFA) Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Accreditations from these accounting bodies highlight the relevance of this course for the modern business environment.
This highly regarded course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes and is designed to prepare you for a range of careers. The course is run by our experienced academic staff who have strong industry connections and invite guest speakers from the public and private sectors regularly.
Edinburgh is one of the UK’s most prominent financial hubs, and thanks to Edinburgh Napier University’s industry links, you’ll be able to benefit from many internship, networking and employment opportunities.
Should you choose to go down the entrepreneurial route instead, the Bright Red Triangle – our start-up incubator with certified business advisors and a co-working space – is here to support you in achieving your dream every step of the way.
We are the # 1 UK modern university for Accounting and Finance (Good University Guide 2025).
You'll study six modules, over two trimesters, per year. You'll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, workshops, directed learning and independent study. We also partner with industry organisations to provide a select number of summer internships for students in year three of our programme. We also support students in finding their own summer internship opportunities.
On successful completion of Year 3, you'll be eligible for an unclassified degree, and on successful completion of Year 4, an Honours degree.
We offer tuition that is supported by experienced teaching staff with strong industry connections. Guest speakers from the public and private sectors add value to the course.
Most importantly, this course is accredited by major UK accounting institutes including:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Chartered Institute of Management Accounting (CIMA) Chartered Institute of Public Finance & Accountancy (CIPFA) Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Accreditations from these accounting bodies highlight the relevance of this course for the modern business environment.
Admission Requirements
28+
56+
169+
6+
4+
Minimum Year 1 Scottish Higher
Standard Entry Requirement: BBBB Minimum Offer Entry Requirement: BCCC You may be given an adjusted offer of entry if you meet our specified minimum entry requirements within our widening participation criteria, and outlined in our Contextual Admissions Policy. Click here for further information about our entry requirements and admissions policies.
A Level
BCC Irish Leaving Certificate
H2, H2, H3, H3 at Higher Level BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades D*D* (Distinction*, Distinction*) BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3 plus A Level
Minimum grades DM (Distinction, Merit). A Level grade C T Level
Merit International Baccalaureate Diploma
Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4. Scottish HNC
Other HNC subjects may be considered for year 1 entry where a grade C in the graded unit is achieved.
Standard Entry Requirement: BBBB Minimum Offer Entry Requirement: BCCC You may be given an adjusted offer of entry if you meet our specified minimum entry requirements within our widening participation criteria, and outlined in our Contextual Admissions Policy. Click here for further information about our entry requirements and admissions policies.
A Level
BCC Irish Leaving Certificate
H2, H2, H3, H3 at Higher Level BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades D*D* (Distinction*, Distinction*) BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3 plus A Level
Minimum grades DM (Distinction, Merit). A Level grade C T Level
Merit International Baccalaureate Diploma
Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4. Scottish HNC
Other HNC subjects may be considered for year 1 entry where a grade C in the graded unit is achieved.
30 Jun 2026
4 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
1,820 GBP
International
17,520 GBP
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