Accounting and Finance with Placement Year BSc
Coventry, United Kingdom
BSc
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: This BSc combines a strong foundation in accounting and finance with a placement year that gives hands-on industry experience. You’ll learn financial analysis, management accounting and principles of financial markets, then apply those skills in real-world settings during your placement. The course emphasizes practical experience, professional-skill development and industry connections to help you blend academic learning with workplace practice and graduate more competitive and confident.
Career Outcomes: Graduates often enter roles in audit, management accounting, corporate finance, investment banking, financial analysis, consulting, risk management, taxation, treasury, forensic accounting, financial planning and fintech, or join graduate schemes and accounting firms.
The program focuses on providing a strong foundation in accounting and finance while offering a unique opportunity through a placement year. During the course, you'll learn essential skills like financial analysis, management accounting, and the principles of financial markets. The program emphasizes practical experience, so students get to apply their knowledge in real-world settings, preparing them for careers in various financial sectors.
In the placement year, students typically work with companies to gain hands-on experience. This year allows you to develop professional skills, build industry connections, and understand how finance and accounting practices work in actual business environments. The course aims to blend academic learning with practical application, helping students become confident in their chosen field and more competitive in the job market after graduation.
