Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Accounting

Accounting is a vital and fascinating part of today’s global economy. Studying it at Hertfordshire brings students face to face with current trends, practices and concepts – not just within accountancy itself, but in the wider world of business.

This BA (Hons) Accounting degree is a highly practical, relevant course. It gives students the sought-after skills, latest academic theory and real-world experience they need to become a confident, knowledgeable, forward-thinking graduate with exceptional career prospects.

This course explores the role of accountancy in businesses of all sizes and forms, opening students' eyes to the diverse range of potential career paths ahead. It’s a multi-disciplinary, globally focused accounting degree, developed with innovative industry-leading companies and respected professional bodies.

At Hertfordshire, students will be taught by their team of leading academics, who together have created a supportive, inspiring learning environment. They’re joined by visiting industry specialists who bring with them years of real-world accounting experience and a real enthusiasm for sharing their insights with students.

This degree course offers exemptions from a range of accounting bodies including the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

Between the second and third year, students can do an entire year abroad at one of the partner universities based in America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. That means plenty of places for learners to go and explore. Students can also do a year’s work placement abroad or in the UK.