About the course

An accelerated three-year version of our MA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance degree which starts at an advanced stage. Accredited by the major professional bodies in the UK and perfect for A-Level students. Edinburgh Business School's MA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance degree is accredited by all major professional bodies in the UK, and offers a practice-oriented business education that delivers real-world results.

　　This three-year accelerated degree is suited to those who have completed A-Levels. It prepares students to enter accounting or finance professions and features the use of professional-standard Bloomberg Trading Terminals throughout. As your studies progress through Years 1, 2 and 3 of this accelerated MA (Hons) programme you will study an increasing number of specialist accountancy and finance courses. MA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance is an industry-focused degree with extensive professional accreditations that offers the strongest possible foundation from which to launch your career. By studying accredited courses on this degree, students can gain the maximum number of exemptions from professional accountancy exams upon graduation. The course content is designed and delivered by professionals with industry experience and respected academics with expert knowledge across the full range of disciplines related to accounting and finance. Students at the Edinburgh Business School can enhance employability in the area of finance through use of our state-of-the-art Bloomberg Trading Room - a professional-standard facility that provides access to live financial data from global markets and organisations. Use of Bloomberg Terminals is integrated into our courses to develop professionally relevant skills in data analysis, financial reporting, financial risk management and financial modelling. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£51,960

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Edinburgh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Heriot-Watt University

Advanced Highers BB (including at least one: Accountancy, Business, Economics, Maths plus AABB at Higher)

　　A-Levels ABB - AAA (including at least one of: Accountancy, Business, Economics, Maths)

　　Int. Baccalaureate 34 points (including at least one of: Accountancy, Business, Economics, Maths at Higher Level 5)

　　HNC A in graded unit (Accounting)

　　HND BBB in graded units (Accounting or Business)

　　IELTS - Students require IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each element or an acceptable equivalent

　　IELTS Indicator - 6.0

　　TOEFL IBT - 78 including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 20

　　TOEFL IBT Special Home Edition - 78 including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 20

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Heriot-Watt University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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