If you have a HND/DipHE qualification, this programme allows you top up your qualifications to a full degree, giving you access to more graduate career opportunities.
UCAS Code
NN50
Duration
1 year (full-time)
Start date
September 2023
Degree Type
BSc (single honours)
Modules
These modules are those we currently offer for 1 year (full time) and may be subject to change.
Why this course
Top up your qualifications to a full degree.
Apply contemporary research and the latest thinking to explore current accounting issues.
Graduate ‘business ready’ with the ability to think critically, innovate, act responsibly, adapt and manage change.
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Skills
This one-year top up programme is designed to provide a firm understanding of accounting.
You will graduate ‘business ready’ with the ability to think critically, innovate, act responsibly, adapt and manage change.
During the course you will apply contemporary research and the latest thinking to explore current accounting issues.
This programme is open for all students in the UK and overseas who wish to transfer to complete the final year of an undergraduate degree, as well as students who have completed study at one of Roehampton's partner institutions.
How you'll learn
Our academics have extensive experience of organisations and will support you to connect your learning to the realities of Accounting. You will be supported throughout by your Personal Tutor, who will help to guide your learning and career development.
Business Readiness and Extended Academic Induction modules will build your future employability throughout your degree, by developing your academic, leadership and management skills.
You will compile evidence of your developing knowledge, skills and attributes, and be able to clearly articulate your increasing ability to add value to organisations.
You will also have access to our extensive range of employability events. Alongside this, we provide a wide range of other opportunities to develop and learn, including a career mentoring scheme, student-led Business Society and online careers portal.
Upcoming Events:
Career options
You will be set up to move into working in accounting and finance jobs (e.g., chartered accountant, chartered certified accountant, tax advisor, chartered management accountant, chartered public finance accountant, forensic accountant, compliance officer, or career in financial services) in the corporate, public or voluntary sectors.
You can follow pathways into accountancy via the main professional bodies in the UK, and bypass some of the foundation level examinations needed for qualifying as an accountant.
How our careers service supports you
Our careers team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. They will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers. You’ll also have opportunities to work with our partners across London and beyond, and to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out about graduate opportunities and meet employers.
Application Info
How to apply
Undergraduate programmes
You can now apply for any programme for any entry point in 2023.
- Home (UK) students – apply through UCAS (Roehampton UCAS institution code is R48)
- International students – apply using our direct application form.
If you need any help or advice with your application, or just want to ask us a question before you apply, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Detailed advice on applying for an undergraduate degree is available on our How to apply page.
Tuition fees and funding
September 2023 entry tuition fees
Year 1 fees, see links in table below for more information.
September 2023 funding
Specific Entry Requirements
- 240 credits from a Higher National Diploma (HND), a foundation degree (FdA/ FdSc) or equivalent international qualification in a relevant subject.
- 240 credits from years 1 and 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject at a different institution.
General entry requirements
Validation and curriculum review
What is validation?
Validation is a formal process through which the University approves a programme (content, teaching, learning and assessment) as being of appropriate standard and quality. This is a normal process used throughout the university sector.
The University expects to publish details of the validated programme in the academic year prior to the start date of the programme. You are advised to check the University website at that time to ensure that you have up-to-date information. In the meantime, if you require information you should contact 0208 392 3232.
What is curriculum review?
Curriculum review is the regular and systematic monitoring and reviewing of programmes. It is a normal process in the sector and it is the way by which the university ensures that your course remains up-to-date and relevant. The process may result in changes to the content, structure and/or assessment of the programme.
The University expects to publish details of the re-validated programme by 31 March in the academic year prior to the start date of the programme. You are advised to check the University website at that time to ensure that you have up-to-date information. In the meantime, if you require information you should contact 0208 392 3232.
