Accounting
If you are interested in specialising in accounting and working within the financial or wider business sector, then this two-year full-time course is for you. This course has a strong emphasis on the development of employability skills and you will complete a Managing Professional Development module in the first year and engage in a period of work placement within a Work Based Learning module in second year.
| Award Name | Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Ulster University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 | Ulster University |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Higher Education Entry Criteria
Each Higher Education programme has its own distinctive entry requirements. This is set as a minimum UCAS points for entry. On some programmes, applicants must also hold subject specific qualifications to gain a place. Therefore, it is essential that you check entry requirements for each programme you are applying for. Please note, these are qualifications that applicants must have completed and certified to gain entry onto the respective programmes.
Applicants must hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in both English Language and Mathematics. Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number and Essential Skills Literacy may be regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths and English.
We recognise that prior learning or experience may give some students credit towards a qualification to gain entry onto a programme or credit towards a programme of study. Please refer to our Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process.
Please also note: The College reserves the right to increase the entry requirements for all Higher Education provision based on demand and required academic standards, as specified by the Awarding Body/validating organisation.
Applicants applying to programmes validated by university partners (UU, QUB and OU) who hold international qualifications must provide certificates to determine equivalence before an offer can be made.
Enhance entry criteria for this course is listed below:
- A minimum of 64 tariff points at Level 3 (UCAS New tariff points for entry to Higher Education 2017) to include a minimum of two A2 level passes (Grades A-E) or equivalent.
- You must also have at least three GCSEs Grades A-C/4-9 including Grade B/C*or 6/5 in GCSE Maths and a Grade C/4 in GCSE English Language or equivalent.
Proof of qualifications MUST be provided when you enrol, e.g. exam certificates.
Achieved and pending qualifications can be recorded now by logging into your online application account.
All courses within Belfast Met are delivered and assessed in English, apart from language-specific courses. Your competence in English must be verified prior to enrolling on your chosen course.
Careers / Further progression
Careers
Successful graduates have a choice of progression opportunities. Graduates can choose to continue in full time education and apply to complete a top-up degree at university e.g. BSc Hons Accounting (Pathways) at Ulster University or elsewhere; or progress into employment and study on a part-time basis, either on a professional programme of study e.g. Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI) which is currently offered at the Belfast Met; or complete a degree at university on a part-time basis e.g. BSc Hons Accounting with Management at Ulster University.
Further information
Start Date: 09/09/2024. End Date: 07/06/2026.
Titanic Quarter
Academic period 2024:
Tuition Fee = £3050.00
Academic period 2025*:
Tuition Fee = £3050.00
Fees are payable annually.
*The fees for 2024 and 2025 have not been finalised and will be updated as soon as agreed.
All fees are set in accordance with DfE regulations.
Please contact the student loan company if you require a loan or our Funding Team by emailing studentfunding@belfastmet.ac.uk for other options.
Entry Year: 09/09/2024.
How to Apply
Make sure you apply as early as you can to increase your chance of getting onto your first choice course. Remember, you can apply for up to five courses!
Ready to make your application? Please click on "Application Weblink".
Overview
Accounting is an integral part of any business and a discipline that offers a wide variety of employment opportunities. The growth in multi-national organisations means that a qualification in accounting can provide you with global employment opportunities. If you are interested in specialising in accounting and working within the financial or wider business sector, then this two-year full-time course is for you. This course has a strong emphasis on the development of employability skills and you will complete a Managing Professional Development module in the first year and engage in a period of work placement within a Work Based Learning module in second year. This programme of study is likely to include enrichment units, which are an additional component to enhance your employability.
Modules include:
Financial Reporting
Economics
Preparation of Financial Accounts
Cost Accounting
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Taxation
Business Law
There are a range of assessment methods used in the FdSc Accounting and may include group projects, presentations, examinations, class tests, coursework submissions, learning portfolios, placement portfolio and online assessments.
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