Overview

This degree combines accounting, financial management, investment analysis and broader business studies. The programme is designed to help you understand how organisations create value, measure performance, make financial decisions and respond to changing economic conditions. You will develop both your technical accounting knowledge and your understanding of the wider business environment.

A key feature of this degree is its flexibility, allowing you to tailor your studies based on your strengths, interests and career goals.

You will graduate equipped for challenging roles in the Big Four accounting firms, investment banks and other leading organisations worldwide.

Career

A degree in Accounting and Finance can open up a range of exciting career avenues, including the following roles:

Chartered accountant

Chartered certified accountant

Chartered management accountant

Chartered public finance accountant

Company secretary

External auditor

Stockbroker

Accreditation

You will receive your degree qualification from the quadruple-accredited Lancaster University Management School in the UK. The degree itself is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and ICAEW Chartered Accountant Qualification. Selected exemptions from ACCA and ACA will be awarded upon graduation.

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Programme Structure

In Year 1, you will learn about:

Introduction to Accounting & Finance
Quantitative Methods for Accounting & Finance
Professional Skills
Principles of Economics

In Year 2, you will study modules including:

Accounting Information Systems & Auditing
Management Accounting for Business Decisions
Principles of Finance
Microeconomic Analysis
Statistical Methods for Business

In Year 3, you will study modules including:

Careers Skills in Accounting & Finance
Financial Accounting
Corporate Finance
Advanced Management Accounting
International Financial & Risk Management

You will also be able to choose two modules from the following list:

Business & Management in the 21st Century
Environmental Economics
Digital Business
Structuring Complex Problems
Rethinking Leadership
Project Management
Supply Chain Management

Audience

This degree is perfect for ambitious students who enjoy working with numbers and want a prestigious, globally recognised qualification that leads to a rewarding career in accounting, finance or business. If you are curious about how organisations manage money and growth, and are keen to build your expertise through close interaction with academic specialists, then this course is for you.

Lecturers

Dr Benjamin Hammer Academic Dean (Dekan) and Associate Professor (Senior Lecturer) Accounting and Finance

Dr Stefan Kupfer Assistant Professor (Lecturer) Accounting

Dr Wladislav Gawenko Assistant Professor (Teaching Fellow) Accounting

Dr Jian Wang Associate Professor (Senior Lecturer) Entrepreneurship and Strategy

Dr Anirban Ash Assistant Professor (Teaching Fellow) Business Studies

Dr Kati Barth Assistant Professor (Teaching Fellow) Marketing

Dr Melissa Bejjani-Cazaré Assistant Professor (Teaching Fellow) Business Management

Dr Vidhya Unnikrishnan Assistant Professor (Lecturer) Economics & Statistics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-10-04 00:00:00

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More details

BSc Direct Entry starts in the October Intake. Applications possible until the start of the programme with Welcome Week in October.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

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87

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PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leipzig, Germany

Disciplines

Finance Accounting View 3 other Bachelors in Accounting in Germany

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Academic requirements

Please refer to our country specific entry requirements, as it depends on the studied national curriculum.

English requirements

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87

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58

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General requirements

UK Academic Requirements:

Minimum BBB at A-level (or a combination of grades amounting to at least 120 UCAS points).

International Baccalaureate Academic Requirements:

At least 30 points overall (including 15 points from 3 HLs).

We accept a wide range of national qualifications, and you can check specific entry requirements on our website: www.lancasterleipzig.de/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements

Work experience

None

Technological requirements

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18500 EUR / year

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EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

11100 EUR / year

≈ 11100 EUR / year

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UK passport holders pay EU fees.

Living costs

Leipzig

Germany

720 - 1047 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

We offer a range of scholarships. For the latest information, please visit our website: www.lancasterleipzig.de/study/undergraduate/scholarships

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