Accountancy and Finance
Brayford Pool Campus, United Kingdom
BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance
University of Lincoln
Accountancy and Finance
Program Overview: BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance
The BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance at the University of Lincoln is designed to equip you with a vocationally relevant and academically rigorous education that opens doors to a wide range of career possibilities in traditional accounting roles and innovative opportunities across diverse industries. The program provides a comprehensive grounding in accountancy and finance theories and practice, together with the business acumen needed in a complex global financial world.
A distinctive feature of this program is its alignment with leading professional accountancy bodies, offering accreditation from the ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, and AIA. Graduates can claim exemptions from a range of professional body examinations depending on their module choices, potentially reducing the number of professional exams required after graduation.
Delivered within Lincoln International Business School, which is part of the AACSB member community, the program blends theoretical knowledge with practical application. You will have the opportunity to use industry-standard, cloud-based accounting software and can participate in the Lincoln Student Managed Investment Fund (LSMIF), one of only a few of its kind in the UK, where students manage real money in a live investment environment.
Key Program Highlights
- Accredited by ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, and AIA with professional exam exemption pathways
- Access to the Lincoln Student Managed Investment Fund (LSMIF) for real-world investment experience
- Taught by professionally qualified accountants with extensive industry experience and links
- ICAEW annual prizes awarded to high-achieving second-year students on the program
Curriculum and Modules
The curriculum progresses through three years, building from foundational business and accounting knowledge to advanced specialist topics. In the first year, you are introduced to key elements of accountancy, finance, and business. The second year builds on this foundation with financial accountancy, management accountancy, financial management, and economics, while the final year allows you to examine these disciplines at an advanced level and tailor your degree through optional modules.
Introduction to Financial Accounting
Core - Year 1Introduces the nature and mechanics of financial information, covering fundamental accounting concepts, double-entry bookkeeping, and the preparation of financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
Management Accounting
Core - Year 1Covers both management and financial accounting perspectives, examining the role of financial information for various users and exploring the different and often conflicting needs of stakeholder groups.
Business Law and Governance
Core - Year 1Introduces the legal, ethical, and governance systems that regulate business in the United Kingdom and with its trading partners, providing a working knowledge essential for successful business management.
Financial Reporting
Core - Year 2Provides an introduction to more complex areas of financial accountancy and financial reporting, including the preparation of single entity and group accounts under UK and international rules.
Financial Management
Core - Year 2Introduces the role of the financial manager and the impact of the economic environment on the financial management function, developing independent active learning and problem-solving skills.
Advanced Financial Accounting and Reporting
Core - Year 3Examines financial accountancy and reporting at an advanced level, integrating sustainability, ethics, and strategic decision-making across reporting, governance, and business planning aligned with ICAEW and ACCA professional qualifications.
Elective and Optional Modules
Admission Requirements
The University of Lincoln accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and considers applicants who have a mix of qualifications. Special individual consideration is also given to those with extensive and relevant work experience who may not meet the standard entry qualifications. To explore your eligibility and begin your application, contact Uni4Edu for personalized guidance.
Academic Requirements
- A-LevelsABB (128 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A-Levels or equivalent qualifications)
- International Baccalaureate32 points overall
- BTEC Extended DiplomaDistinction, Distinction, Merit or equivalent
- Access to HE Diploma45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 128 UCAS Tariff points
- Other QualificationsA combination of qualifications including A-Levels, BTEC, EPQ, or equivalent may be accepted
English Language Requirements
- IELTS6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element
- Pre-sessional EnglishAvailable for students who do not meet the IELTS requirement
- International Year OneFoundation pathway available through the University of Lincoln International College for those not meeting direct entry requirements
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
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Scholarships and Funding
The University of Lincoln offers a variety of scholarships and bursaries to support international students with the costs of study. These range from automatic tuition fee discounts to competitive merit-based awards. Contact Uni4Edu for help identifying which scholarships you may be eligible for and guidance on the application process.
Global Leaders Scholarship
50% of tuition fees for one yearA competitive scholarship for international students who demonstrate the highest levels of academic, personal, and extracurricular endeavour. A separate application form is required and multiple application rounds are available each year.
International Undergraduate Scholarship
GBP 2,000 per yearAwarded automatically as a tuition fee discount for each year of the undergraduate program to eligible international students. No separate application is required once you have submitted your study application.
Early Payment Discount
GBP 1,000 tuition fee reductionAvailable to self-funding international students who pay their tuition fees in full before the specified deadline. This discount can be combined with the International Undergraduate Scholarship but not with the Global Leaders Scholarship.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
A degree in Accountancy and Finance from the University of Lincoln prepares you for a diverse range of careers in finance, business, and the public sector. With professional body accreditations enabling exam exemptions, graduates are well-positioned to fast-track their path to becoming chartered accountants or finance professionals. Many alumni have secured positions at leading organizations across the UK and internationally.
Potential Career Roles
Where Graduates Work
Rankings and Recognition
The University of Lincoln has achieved growing recognition in both national and international rankings. It holds a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023) for both student experience and student outcomes, and is a member of the AACSB global network. Lincoln is consistently ranked among the top 50 universities in the UK by major national league tables.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Economics | THE Subject Rankings | #301-400 |
| Business | EduRank | #86 in UK |
| THE Impact Rankings (Reducing Inequalities) | Times Higher Education | #63 globally |
| THE Young University Rankings | Times Higher Education | Top 150 |
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