Accounting and Finance and Computing (BSc, 3 years)
Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
BSc
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: This undergraduate programme blends accounting, finance and computing over three years, covering financial accounting, management accounting, investment analysis and computing for financial decisions. You'll gain practical skills in data analysis, programming and systems management via group projects and placements, and you'll develop problem-solving and critical-thinking with academic support on a coastal, historic campus.
Career Outcomes: Career opportunities include financial analyst, accounting tech specialist and business analyst, and may extend to fintech developer, systems analyst, data analyst and management accountant, risk analyst. These roles use accounting, finance, programming and data-analytics skills for banks, consultancies, tech firms and corporate finance teams.
This program combines accounting and finance with computing, offering students a well-rounded understanding of business and technology. Over three years, you'll explore key topics like financial accounting, management accounting, investment analysis, and the role of computing in financial decision-making. The curriculum is designed to help you develop practical skills in areas such as data analysis, programming, and systems management, preparing you for real-world challenges in finance and technology sectors.
Students will have opportunities to gain hands-on experience through collaborative projects and placement options, helping them apply their knowledge in practical settings. The course emphasizes problem-solving and critical thinking, encouraging students to analyze financial data and implement computing solutions effectively. Support is available throughout the course to help students navigate their studies and prepare for careers in roles such as financial analyst, accounting tech specialist, or business analyst. The program fosters a combination of technical competence and business acumen, making it suitable for those interested in either field or their intersection.
