ACCOUNTING WITH FINANCE BA (Hons) at University of Portsmouth

This BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree course fuses the twin disciplines of finance and accounting into a versatile degree that will set you up for success in the financial sector or in business.

You’ll develop valuable analytical techniques, economic expertise and strategic insight. With this broad arsenal of skills and knowledge, you’ll be prepared for wherever your ambition takes you.

The course is accredited by 4 global accountancy bodies, which means you can gain a significant number of exemptions from professional examinations. This can save you both time and money in your journey to become a qualified chartered accountant.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, and recognised by Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) Australia.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and Institute of Chartered Accountants accreditation exempts graduates from specific professional examinations.

Careers and opportunities

Whether you plan on becoming a chartered accountant or pursuing a career in finance, this finance and accounting degree will help you get there.

What can you do with an Accounting with Finance degree?

You can use your accounting and finance degree to get into banking, insurance and investment, and fund management roles in accounting practices and larger organisations.

You're not limited to the financial sector. The analytical and problem solving skills you'll learn are highly valued in areas such as general management, operations, strategy, consultancy, project management, purchasing and business analytics.

What jobs can you do with an Accounting with Finance degree?

Roles our previous students have taken on include:

• management accountant
• financial analyst
• internal auditor
• stockbroker
• account manager
• forensic accountant

Whatever comes next after your studies, our Careers and Employability service will give you support and advice for up to 5 years after you graduate.

If you're interested in setting up your own business while you study, you can get support on this course from the Entrepreneurs in Residence programme. Our Entrepreneurs in Residence are experienced business professionals who work with us to deliver group workshops and 1-to-1 drop-in clinics to help you plan and market your business idea.