Richmond American University London

Accounting & Finance BSc (Hons)

Next Open Day: 3 October 2026 2–5pm (GMT) / 9–12am (EDT)

Year 1 (Level 3)

Modules

• English for Academic Purposes
• Tools for Change
• Research and Writing

Based on your major, choose one or two from:

• Pre-Calculus
• Fundamentals of Computing
• Fundamentals of Business
• Foundations of Sociology

Choose one or two from:

• Endangered Species and Conservation
• History of London
• Foundations of Media and the Arts

Year 2 (Level 4)

Core Modules

• Managerial Accounting
• Introduction to Economics
• Calculus for Business and Economics

Choose one course from Arts and Humanities:

• Introduction to Advertising, PR, and Media
• Introduction to Intercultural Communication
• Modern Economic History

Choose one course from Social and Behavioral Sciences:

• Modern Political Thought
• Introduction to International Relations
• Introduction to Psychology

Choose one course from Data/Numeracy:

• Probability & Statistics
• Data Analysis (for non-MTH majors)

Choose one course from Science:

• Introduction to Programming
• Environmental Science and Society
• Earth Systems Science
• Mathematics of Argument and Reason

Year 3 (Level 5)

Core Modules

• Persuasive Communication
• Visual Storytelling
• Communication in Mediated Environments

Choose one course from:

• Video Production
• Marketing Psychology: Navigating the Digital Frontier
• Business Skills in the Digital Age
• Fashion Luxury Marketing and Retail

Choose one course from Service Learning:

• Digital Collaboration
• Leadership in a Changing World
• Environment and Society
• Global Citizenship and Migration

Plus

• Choose two level 5 electives from across the curriculum, outside of your subject discipline

Year 4 (Level 6)

Core Modules

• Financial Reporting
• Financial Management
• Taxation
• Senior Project

Choose a level 6 Internship

or

Choose two level 6 courses from:

• List choice from L6 Elective

Plus

• Choose one level 6 elective from across the curriculum, outside of your subject discipline

• Acquire advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and master the skills demanded by the financial industry
• Gain eight exemptions from some of the professional accounting examinations, accelerating your career progress
• Benefit from practical work experience in an accounting/finance-based, integrated internship
• Complement the study of Accounting and Finance with valuable minors from other academic disciplines such as Maths, Law or Sustainability, improving your employability
• Learn a variety of key business skills such as problem solving, data analysis, IT and communication skills, all highly valued by employers
• Study in an international environment in London, a world-leading financial and accounting centre

Below is a list of where some of the graduates of this programme have gone on to work.

• World Bank
• Credit Suisse
• Greenpeace USA
• Stonewall
• The United Nations Children’s Fund
• BBC
• Bloomberg L.P
• PwC
• NBC News
• Christies, Al Jazeera

• Flexible learning in the Liberal Arts tradition: design a personalised academic path that aligns with your interests and career aspirations within our flexible Liberal Arts framework. This could include complementary and career enhancing courses in business management, investment, economics, marketing or computer programming
• Advanced accounting and finance knowledge: acquire in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge and master the essential skills demanded by the financial industry
• Accelerated career path with exemptions: gain nine exemptions from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) professional examinations, accelerating your career progress in the field
• Real-world experience: benefit from a valuable accounting/finance-based internship, gaining practical experience and building your professional network
• Personalised learning with minors: enhance your employability by complementing your study of accounting and finance with minors from other academic disciplines such as math, law, or sustainability
• Essential business skills: develop a diverse set of key business skills highly valued by employers, including problem-solving, data analysis, IT, and communication
• London’s financial hub: study in London, a global leader in finance and accounting, providing unparalleled access to industry opportunities and connections

Teaching

The course load at level 3 or first year is 24 US credits, equivalent to 96 UK credits. Students will then complete 32 US credits, equivalent to 128 UK credits per academic year.

Approximately 12 hours per week are in-class attendance, and 4 hours are guided learning. The guided learning component could include discussion boards, guest lectures, field trips, asynchronous learning, or similar activities.

Teaching mainly takes place in small classes. Our seminar-style teaching, characterised by interactive discussions and active participation, gives the students an opportunity to engage deeply with the material and their peers. The intimate setting allows for personalised attention from professors, enhancing comprehension and retention. Guest lectures enrich the experience by providing diverse perspectives and reinforcing knowledge through practical applications such as quizzes, discussions and debates. This approach supports academic success and cultivates critical thinking and communication skills, preparing students for future challenges.

Assessment

The balance of assessment by examination, practical assessment and assessment by coursework will vary for each programme and will also depend on the optional electives you choose each year and may be subject to change. The assessment methods can involve term papers, portfolios of work, quizzes, mid-semester and final exams, student presentations and general class discussions. Not every component applies to every course, but most do relate to many of the classes that are offered. Many of our courses involve a site visit or require attendance at a public lecture as well.