Accounting and Finance with a Foundation Year (Hons) Swansea University

Overview

Are you seeking a degree in Accounting and Finance that offers a competitive advantage? The B.Sc. in Accounting and Finance with a Foundation Year at Swansea University is tailored for students who may not meet the direct entry requirements for the standard B.Sc. Accounting and Finance programme. The Foundation Year serves as an excellent pathway, equipping students with the necessary knowledge and skills in both accounting and finance, before integrating into the first year of the B.Sc. Accounting degree within the School of Management.

Why Accounting and Finance with a Foundation Year at Swansea?

Swansea University boasts strong accreditation from global bodies such as ACCA, ICAEW, and CIMA, offering students a head start towards achieving Chartered Accountant status. The curriculum includes modules that provide direct exemptions from key professional examinations, significantly enhancing employability and graduate prospects. The Computerised Accounting module is designed to guide students through setting up a comprehensive accounting system using SAGE Line 50.

Students can tailor their studies to fit their career goals by selecting from a wide array of optional modules. The programme is delivered by world-class lecturers with extensive experience in both industry and academia, ensuring that students receive practical insights alongside theoretical knowledge. The Foundation Year is taught in a state-of-the-art facility at Bay Campus, while the subsequent years take place in the newly developed £22 million School of Management building, which is accredited by AACSB International, the largest business education association globally.

In terms of rankings, Finance is placed 10th in the UK for Overall Positivity according to the NSS 2025, while Accounting ranks 13th. An impressive 97% of graduates from the Accounting and Finance programme are either employed or engaged in further studies within 15 months of graduation, as per the Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

For the first year, the tuition fees are as follows:

• National students: £5,760 per year
• International students: £19,600 per year (January 2026)
• International students: £20,600 per year (September 2026)

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to provide a robust foundation in accounting and finance, with the following modules:

• Maths and Stats
• Foundations of Business and Management
• Critical Thinking
• Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
• Accounting and Finance
• Economics
• Foundations of Financial Accounting
• Analytical and Digital Skills
• The Economy and Society
• Business Law and Professional Ethics
• Foundations of Management Accounting
• Financial Markets and Systems

Students will also have opportunities to select from a variety of optional modules in later years, allowing them to tailor their education to their career goals.

Careers with Accounting and Finance with a Foundation Year

Graduates from this programme are well-positioned to secure rewarding roles in various sectors. Potential career paths include:

• Wealth management or investment adviser
• Accountant or actuary
• Banking professional
• Auditor
• Finance analyst

With the skills acquired through this degree, students will be equipped to thrive in the competitive landscape of accounting and finance.