BA (Hons)
Accountancy and Finance

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Key Information

Campus

Brayford Pool

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Duration

3 or 4 years

UCAS Code

N400

Academic Year

Course Overview

Accountants play an integral role in the business world, providing the financial information needed to inform decisions at all levels of an organisation.

Our BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance can help you to take on real-world challenges by applying critical thought in the accountancy and finance discipline. You are able to gain a solid understanding of accountancy and finance and critically reflect on your learning, while developing the commercial awareness, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and teamworking that are highly valued by employers.

The course features two different pathways, with one offering exemptions from elements of the professional qualification for ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, and AIA. Students can choose which route they would like to pursue at the end of the first year. The content for both routes is the same with the main difference being the method of assessment employed. For the exempt route there will be examinations as well as other forms of assessments, for the non-exempt route the assessments will be mainly non-exam based.

Why Choose Lincoln

Access to industry-standard Bloomberg Terminal

Currently accredited by main UK professional accountancy bodies

Real-world experience of the Stock Exchange

Hands-on experience during a professional practice year

Pathways to exemptions from elements of examination

Accounting at Lincoln is ranked in the top 20 in the UK for academic support*

*National Student Survey 2024 (out of 101 ranking institutions)

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How You Study

The course aims to provide a comprehensive grounding in accountancy and finance theories and practice, together with the business acumen needed in a complex global financial world.

The study of accountancy and finance progresses through the programme so that you can obtain a critical grasp of core theory along with a thorough knowledge and skills of application and analysis related to these disciplines.

During the programme, you will also explore key accounting and finance issues within the wider business context, and you can select from a range of options aligned to your own interests and career ambitions.

The exemptions pathway has been designed to support learners in becoming a professional accountant by obtaining a high level of exemption from professional body examinations.

The non-exemption route offers you opportunities to demonstrate a wide range of skills, knowledge, and understanding during coursework assignments rather than written examinations.

Modules

              † Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.

              Business Law, Governance and Ethics 2025-26ACC1003MLevel 42025-26The aim of this module is to introduce the students to the legal, ethical, and governance systems that regulate business in the United Kingdom and with its trading partners and allies. A working knowledge of law, regulation, and governance is essential in order to make any business and its management a success. Students have the opportunity to learn by inquiry into the major issues in corporate governance and law through lectures and by investigating and discussing them in seminars. Introduction to the black letter company law and application to everyday legal matters in business can give students an insight into how the law works and its role in decision making in business.CoreData Analytics for Business 2025-26ECO1031Level 42025-26This module develops some quantitative techniques that underpin research and business analysis. It promotes a critical awareness and understanding of some of the processes, techniques, and technology by which numerical information can be collected and analysed. In addition to helping students become competent in relevant numerical techniques, it anticipates the requirements of later modules, such as independent study, that entail analysis of numerical information using statistical tests.CoreFoundations of Macroeconomics 2025-26ECO1030Level 42025-26This module aims to provide the non-economist with knowledge of macroeconomic theory and contemporary comment. There is a grounding in basic macro concepts such as inflation and deflation, growth and stagnation, and balance of payment issues and exchange rates. These can be applied to contemporary issues both nationally and globally.CoreFoundations of Microeconomics 2025-26ECO1029Level 42025-26This module explores a range of economic concepts and basic analytical techniques. The focus of the module is the Financial Times (FT). The FT covers issues relating to operations management, accounting, HRM, economics, and finance, all of which are relevant to a business degree. Students are encouraged to keep abreast of current events in the commercial environment, which can help when competing for placements and employment opportunities in the commercial world.CoreIntroduction to Accountancy 2025-26ACC1109MLevel 42025-26This module aims to introduce students to the nature and mechanics of financial information. This is done in a manner which encourages a critical reflection upon the construction and uses of such information. Fundamental accounting concepts are considered and their application in the maintenance of the ledgers and preparation of financial statements. In particular, students can be introduced to the detail of double entry book keeping and the associated financial reports of sole traders, partnerships, limited companies (including those in a manufacturing environment) and simple not for profit organisations. This is an accredited module which can improve students’ chances of gaining professional qualifications and hence improve chances of employability.CoreIntroduction to Finance (Applied) 2025-26ACC1110Level 42025-26This module introduces students to the skills which will be required in the financial industry and those which will be developed as students progress to advanced levels of their studies. This is done in a manner which encourages a critical reflection upon the construction and uses of such information. Both management and financial accounting are considered. The module aims to develop students' ability to produce and understand financial statements and the role of financial information for a variety of possible users and explore the different, often conflicting, needs of these groups. These skills are highly sought after by employers.CoreOrganisational Behaviour 2025-26MGT1022MLevel 42025-26This module is intended for students who are interested in understanding the way people work, as individuals and as group members in firms. The module explores essential topics in a clear, concise and informative manner, aiming to introduce students to the interpersonal perceptual processes in a work environment; the key behavioural factors determining effective and ineffective groups; the usefulness of theories on leadership/management styles; and the difficulties in implementing change in organisations.CorePrinciples of Marketing 2025-26MKT1001MLevel 42025-26This module introduces marketing theory and practice, covering key concepts, terms, and issues in both specific business contexts and the broader social landscape. It emphasises analysing the business environment, focusing on the marketing mix and both micro and macro elements, while developing an understanding of the consumer's role in this process. Additionally, the module explores different types of marketing, such as sustainable, ethical, and social marketing, and their evolution in the current marketing area. Students will also benefit from examining specific case studies and reflecting on their own brand selection for assessment. Furthermore, they will develop important skills like creativity, cognitive flexibility, and emotional intelligence, essential for success in the future workforce.CoreLincoln Student Managed Investment Fund - Year 1 2025-26FIN1014MLevel 42025-26Initiated from 2015 and officially founded in 2018, the LSMIF is set up with a structure similar to any other professionally run fund management company with students running every aspect of the fund, from CEO to analyst. It is one of only few of this kind in the United Kingdom. The fund uses money raised from donors to invest in shares of companies listed on London Stock Exchange. It is organized, run and managed the same way as an investment company in the real world. The fund has got sponsorship and advisory support from UK leading wealth management companies such as Brewin Dolphin and Mattioli Woods with senior officers from them joining the Board of Advisors. This fund gives students the opportunity to work as analysts, investment managers, CFO, CIO, CEO etc. Students also have the chances to meet, discuss and learn from experts in the field in Quarterly Investment Committee Meetings series. Students are given additional training relating to their works.OptionalFinancial Accountancy 2026-27ACC2021MLevel 52026-27This module provides students with an introduction to more complex areas of financial accountancy. It commences with the concepts and principles of financial accounting, recognition, and measurement of non-current assets, impairments, revenue recognition concepts as well as accounting for government grants. Students can gain a solid foundation in the application of conceptual and regulatory frameworks as well as International Financial Reporting Standards, which will help them prepare financial statements in the Financial Reporting module (ACC2022M or ACC2023M) and understand advanced financial accounting and reporting techniques in level 6.CoreInnovations in Finance (Applied Financial Management) 2026-27FIN2019MLevel 52026-27The purpose of the module is to familiarise and develop students’ awareness and ability to command the various initiatives and tools within finance. The focus will be the introduction of the regulatory environment and requirements to “practice”, which will enhance employability of students. Sections of the learning schedule are kept open to ensure that the module is teaching the most current issues in financial developments. Technical skills are taught with the aid of computer data sources and constructs of coding, and financial mathematics, through programming software. Developments in financing methods and related articles will also be introduced and explored within sessions. The module reinforces the importance of an ethical and professional approach, through the review and knowledge of codes of conduct and various external verification techniques and enforcement mechanisms. The module is designed to give students technical ability and relevant knowledge and skills of real-world developments in finance, which is useful from an employability perspective.CoreInternational Economics 2026-27ECO2006MLevel 52026-27This module aims to provide students with the opportunity to develop knowledge of the gains to be made from trading internationally. It focuses also on the gains to be made from economic integration and the globalisation process. The module also seeks to examine the main patterns of trade and exchange and aims to demonstrate how free trade can be influenced by government and the future risks of protectionism.CoreCompetition and Regulation 2026-27ECO2103MLevel 52026-27This module explores some key areas of microeconomic policy for business. At its heart it is a consideration of competition theory and industrial structure. This informs the analysis of competition policy in sectors, such as telecoms and airlines. This is extended to a consideration of injecting competition into the state sector. Other areas of state intervention are explored where activities are taxes; prices are regulated; or industry is incentivised to relocate. Throughout, concepts and applications are made relevant to real world examples.OptionalFinancial Management (Exempt) 2026-27FIN2017MLevel 52026-27The aim of this module is to introduce the role of the financial manager and the impact of economic environment on financial management function. The module can help students to develop abilities to evaluate, interpret, and discuss key issues surrounding investment, financing, and working capital management decisions. The module begins by considering the financial management function and environment before introducing the time value of money and discounted cash flow allowing students to develop investment appraisal and business valuation techniques. Business finance and capital structure theories will also be considered.OptionalFinancial Management (Non-Exempt) 2026-27FIN2018MLevel 52026-27The aim of this module is to introduce the role of the financial manager and the impact of economic environment on financial management function. The module helps students to develop abilities to evaluate, interpret and discuss key issues surrounding investment, financing, and working capital management decisions. The module begins by considering the financial management function and environment before introducing the time value of money and discounted cash flow allowing students to develop investment appraisal and business valuation techniques. Business finance and capital structure theories will also be considered.OptionalFinancial Markets and Institutions 2026-27FIN2139MLevel 52026-27This module is designed to make students aware of international financial markets and institutions. The need for financial markets and institutions is the underlying scope of the module and students have the opportunity to investigate this importance for their own countries.OptionalFinancial Reporting (exempt) 2026-27ACC2022MLevel 52026-27The module syllabus assumes knowledge acquired in ACC2021M Financial Accountancy and develops and applies this further and in greater depth. The syllabus begins with the preparation of financial statements including Comprehensive Income Statement, Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cashflows for single entities. It then moves into the subjects of Ethics and Corporate Governance as well as calculation and interpretation of accounting ratios. The main area of the syllabus is designed to give students with a solid foundation in the techniques of preparing single entity financial statements as well as sensitising students to the importance of Ethics and Corporate Governance principles in financial reporting.OptionalFinancial Reporting (Non-Exempt) 2026-27ACC2023MLevel 52026-27This module gives students insight into the preparation of financial statements, including Comprehensive Income Statement, Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cashflows for single entities. The module also explores ethics and corporate governance with the ultimate aim of giving students a solid foundation in the techniques of preparing single entity financial statements as well as understanding the importance of Ethics and Corporate Governance principles in financial reporting.OptionalForensics, Audit & Assurance 2026-27ACC2025MLevel 52026-27The module aims to develop an understanding of the principles, concepts, and contemporary issues in modern audit and forensic accounting, within the dynamics of the rapidly changing accounting and business environment, under legal and professional rules. The module will explore issues such as independence, auditor liability and the audit process from the initial engagement through planning, risk assessments to completion, review, and reporting. The module will also explore the subject of countering fraud and financial crimes in today’s society. Great emphasis is placed upon the application of counter fraud approaches, as well as audit and assurance evaluation and decision-making techniques to current situations, which consequently offer a practical, as well as a theoretical perspective, on the forensics, audit, and assurance subject.OptionalLIBS International Year Abroad 2026-27MGT2286MLevel 52026-27Lincoln International Business School (LIBS) believes that an option to study overseas is a valuable educational opportunity for our students. The optional year is intended to: - enable students to benefit from studying similar subjects within a cross cultural environment, by exposing students to a wider academic and cultural experience; - facilitate reflexivity in learning and personal and professional development; - enhance their future employment opportunities by increasing their cultural and professional mobility. This module is optional for all taught on campus undergraduate students within Lincoln International Business School. Study Abroad is a year long module which enables students to spend time studying abroad at one of the University’s approved partner institutions. During the year spent abroad, students share classes with local students and study on a suite of locally-delivered taught modules which have been approved in advance by the University. As many partner institutions support internships it is anticipated that some students will elect to combine study (minimum one semester equivalent) with work and or a period of volunteering. Eligible students must have completed their second year of study to a satisfactory standard (normally with an average of a 2.1 or above, dependent upon partner requirements) standard and successfully completed the application process. Upon completion of the study period abroad, each student will be required to submit a portfolio including a reflection on the experience of living and studying in a different cultural environment and the skills acquired.OptionalLincoln Student Managed Investment Fund - Year 2 2026-27FIN2146MLevel 52026-27The LSMIF will be designed to provide students with the essential knowledge on the following main knowledge blocks - at intermediate level for Year 2: - How stock markets work and how to read financial data - Valuation techniques including cash flow projections, dividend growth modelling, and comparative analysis. - Market timing and technical analysis. - Asset allocation optimization - Quarterly investment committee meetings with experts from the industry. - Investment discussion meetings.OptionalMacroeconomic Environment for Business 2026-27ECO2110MLevel 52026-27This module provides an opportunity for students to extend their understanding of macroeconomics. It emphasises the role of macroeconomics as an applied discipline, focusing on issues facing the world’s economies featured in the Financial Times. By the end students are expected to be able to use the techniques learned to interpret changing macroeconomic aggregates, events and policies.OptionalManagement Accountancy I (Exempt) 2026-27ACC2024MLevel 52026-27This module builds on knowledge and skills developed in year one. It will provide students with both a technical, and a critical understanding of key management accounting concepts and techniques. This module includes an introduction to cost terms, concepts, cost assignment, process costing, joint by product costing and income effects of alternative cost accumulation system. The module will prepare students for the compilation and application of relevant management information in the workplace. Students will also have the opportunity to develop soft employability skills, through the content and style of the teaching and learning. This level two module provides the major underpinning for Management Accountancy for Planning, Control & Performance Evaluation in semester 2 and for the level 6 module Strategic Management Accountancy.OptionalManagement Accountancy I (Non-Exempt) 2026-27ACC2028Level 52026-27This module builds on knowledge and skills developed in year one. It will provide students with both a technical, and a critical understanding of key management accounting concepts and techniques. This module includes an introduction to cost terms, concepts, cost assignment, process costing, joint by product costing and income effects of alternative cost accumulation system. The module will prepare students for the compilation and application of relevant management information in the workplace. Students will also have the opportunity to develop soft employability skills, through the content and style of the teaching and learning.OptionalManagement Accountancy II (Exempt) 2026-27ACC2026MLevel 52026-27This module builds on knowledge and skills developed in semester 1. It will provide students with both a technical, and a critical understanding of key management accounting concepts and techniques. This module focuses on decision making, planning, control, and performance measurement, including activity based costing (ABC); budgeting processes; standard costing and variance analysis and the applications of quantitative methods to management accounting including the application of linear programming. The module will prepare students for the compilation and application of relevant management information in the workplace. Students will also have the opportunity to develop soft employability skills, through the content and style of the teaching and learning. This level two module provides the major underpinning for the level 6 module Strategic Management Accountancy (exempt).OptionalManagement Accountancy II (Non-Exempt) 2026-27ACC2027MLevel 52026-27This module builds on knowledge and skills developed in semester 1. It will provide students with both a technical, and a critical understanding of key management accounting concepts and techniques. This module focuses on decision making, planning, control, and performance measurement, including activity based costing (ABC); budgeting processes; standard costing and variance analysis and the applications of quantitative methods to management accounting including the application of linear programming. The module will prepare students for the compilation and application of relevant management information in the workplace. Students will also have the opportunity to develop soft employability skills, through the content and style of the teaching and learning. This level two module provides the major underpinning for the level 6 module Strategic Management Accountancy (exempt).OptionalProfessional Practice 2026-27MGT2037MLevel 52026-27This module is aimed at those students who have decided to take a year out of formal studies to gain accredited work experience and are registered on a degree programme with an accredited professional practice element. The Professional Practice Year aims to give students a continuous experience of full-time work within an organisation. It should be a three way co-operative activity between employer, student and University from which all parties benefit. Students can choose to pursue a variety of options including a placement year, a consultancy project or a work-based dissertation. Potential costs relating to this module are outlined in the Features tab.OptionalContemporary Accounting in Practice 2027-28ACC3173MLevel 62027-28The aim of this module is to discuss concepts, theories, and issues in the accountancy profession. The module has a practical focus and requires students to apply the knowledge and skills obtained throughout their programme to tasks which may be performed in a graduate role. The module should enhance professional readiness and skills in order to maximise students career development. Rather than focus exclusively on IFRS and large corporations, the module will consider different approaches to developing accounting rules and regulations, both in the UK and across the world. Students will be introduced to a range of issues that affect small and medium sized enterprises, preparing them for working in a wide range of organisations. This contrasts with financial reporting modules with professional exemptions which largely focus on large corporations who follow international financial reporting standards (IFRS). As an innovative module, students will gain hands on experience of a cloud-based accounting tool as well as be exposed to other technological and reporting developments which have been recently implemented or are currently in discussion. This module reinforces the importance of an ethical and professional approach and is designed to give students background knowledge and relevant skills of real world financial accountants, which is useful from an employability perspective.CoreCorporate Actions and Risk Management 2027-28FIN3041MLevel 62027-28The aim of this module is to equip students with the skills to review and analyse corporate actions, such as mergers and divestments, from a strategy and finance context. The focus in this module will be technical and calculation based, building on knowledge gained in previous modules. Beyond these elements of finance, the module will also focus upon elements drawn from Financial Management in level 5, specifically considering how the prices of derivatives are estimated. A variety of models and wider applications will be reviewed, such as simulations and other computer-based techniques, with the intention of deriving solutions to firm-based problems.CoreEnvironmental Management Accountancy and Strategic Thinking 2027-28ACC3178MLevel 62027-28This module recognises the many different types of decisions that managers are required to make and aims to increase awareness about the importance of social and environmental issues. It explores how management accounting information can be used in support of business decisions and considers management accounting tools in planning, controlling, and supporting the implementation of the organisation’s strategies. The module is designed to apply strategic thinking to management accounting, sustainability, investment appraisal, profitability, and costing. It offers students opportunities to apply management accounting skills to develop strategic thinking, planning, and ability to evaluate and discuss environmental management accounting issues. Academic journal articles, professional bodies publications, and case studies provide the conceptual basis for the module to understand specific management accounting techniques in action.CoreAdvanced Financial Management (Exempt) 2027-28FIN3039MLevel 62027-28The aim of the model is to introduce students to the higher-level aspects of financial risk management, and how to use the products which are available in the market to manage these variables. The module covers wider economic concepts related to finance such as how a firm's organisational variables of risk and returns fit into the broader economy. The module then reviews the “final” aspects of a firm's corporate finance decisions, including that of the “distribution decision”, considering whether these are important or not, depending on the theoretical underpinnings. The final segment of the teaching and learning focuses upon how organisations should and can use various methodologies to mitigate the risks which they choose to expose themselves to. Students in this module are expected to demonstrate an ability to comprehend and use the tools.OptionalAdvanced Financial Management (Non-Exempt) 2027-28FIN3040MLevel 62027-28The aim of the model is to introduce students to the higher-level aspects of financial risk management, and how to use the products which are available in the market to manage these variables. The module covers wider economic concepts related to finance such as how a firm's organisational variables of risk and returns fit into the broader economy. The module then reviews the “final” aspects of a firm's corporate finance decisions, including that of the “distribution decision”, considering whether these are important or not, depending on the theoretical underpinnings. The final segment of the teaching and learning focuses upon how organisations should and can use various methodologies to mitigate the risks which they choose to expose themselves to. Students in this module are expected to demonstrate an ability to comprehend and use the tools.OptionalAdvanced Financial Reporting (Exempt) 2027-28ACC3174MLevel 62027-28The aim of this module is to provide students with a solid foundation in the techniques of complex accounts preparation. This module helps students to develop abilities to evaluate, interpret and discuss the concepts and principles of consolidated financial statements as well as apply their knowledge to numerical problems. This module is part of the Financial Accounting & Reporting stream and builds upon the concepts and techniques of Financial Accountancy (ACC2021M) and Financial Reporting (exempt) (ACC2022M). Students will prepare consolidated financial statements and focus on more complex financial reporting standards such as intangibles and financial instruments.OptionalAdvanced Financial Reporting (non-exempt) 2027-28ACC3175MLevel 62027-28The aim of this module is to provide students with a solid foundation in the techniques of complex accounts preparation. This module helps students to develop abilities to evaluate, interpret and discuss the concepts and principles of consolidated financial statements as well as apply their knowledge to numerical problems. This module is part of the Financial Accounting & Reporting stream and builds upon the concepts and techniques of level 2 modules: Financial Accountancy and Financial Reporting. Students will prepare consolidated financial statements and focus on more complex financial reporting standards such as intangibles and financial instruments. This module reinforces the importance of an ethical and professional approach and is helpful for students who are pursuing a career in the accountancy and finance sectors. It is designed to give students background technical knowledge and relevant skills of real world financial accountants, which is useful from an employability perspective.OptionalBehavioural Finance and Economics 2027-28ECO3003MLevel 62027-28This module aims to widen the concepts and motivations in understanding the economic activities of agents, and develops an appreciation of why these are different from standard/neo-classical economics. The module draws on the recent research from the area of behavioural finance, biology and psychology to present a foundation, upon which to build a more critical understanding of the rational economics foundations. The module covers alternative modus operandi for economic interactions, such as Prospect Theory and other models. The module investigates situations and the assumptions about behaviour which gives rise to certain behavioural biases, which constitute observable phenomena. These are then generalised to the “probable effects” on markets.OptionalBusiness Taxation 2027-28ACC3180MLevel 62027-28This module aims to: • promote an understanding of the taxation of corporate entities based on the latest Finance Act. • develop analytical skills which can be utilised in the assessment of business planning opportunities. The module is designed to provide an overview of corporate taxation including the implementation of tax through the planning process. It is designed to give students the knowledge and skills to incorporate and assess the impact of corporate tax and VAT. The module will examine in detail the practicalities of corporation tax and VAT to examine ways in which exemptions and reliefs can be used to defer or minimise tax liabilities. The unit will be a blend of practical and theoretical analysis. It will employ the use of case studies and the preparation of computations as well as considering the conceptual underpinnings of taxation as a subject.OptionalFinancial Strategy 2027-28FIN3033MLevel 62027-28The learnings throughout this module, from strategic analysis, modelling and challenge through to the corporate and financial analysis of organisations will be invaluable in whichever type of organisation a student is eventually employed. The module aims to teach students to challenge and think into the future, whilst ensuring the vision has a firm financial and systems foundation.OptionalIndependent Project - Research 2027-28FIN3042MLevel 62027-28The Final Independent Research Project, allows students to undertake a substantive piece of research in the context of both their chosen degree specialism and Lincoln International Business School's commitment to principles of responsible management. Research areas will be framed by areas of research expertise existing with relevant departments. Students will progress through guided research and workshops to supervised independent study.OptionalIndependent Project - Responsible Enterprise 2027-28FIN3044MLevel 62027-28Students can elect to undertake their final project as an enterprise project, culminating the development of a business plan for a new enterprise. Planned ventures will be framed by Lincoln International Business Schools commitment to Principles of Responsible Management and as such prospective start-ups will need to evaluate their proposed venture in the context of sustainable development. Student will be provided with appropriate academic support and business advice.OptionalIndependent Project- Negotiated Client Based Project 2027-28FIN3043MLevel 62027-28The Negotiated Client Based Project is an elective which develops the skills and understanding of what makes a successful consultant, whilst reviewing industry sustainability issues and what is needed to support a company through change. The Negotiated Client Based Project (NCBP) sits alongside other forms of independent study at Level 6 including (but not exclusively) Independent Research Project, or Independent Responsible Enterprise Project. Students are encouraged to learn and understand the challenges, opportunities and skills required by organisations to make effective decisions on behalf of a client in a “live business” environment. This module enables students to consider success and failure aspects of business and marketing within the context of LIBS commitment to Principles of Responsible Management and sustainable development.OptionalLincoln Student Managed Investment Fund - Year 3 2027-28FIN3035MLevel 62027-28Initiated from 2015 and officially founded in 2018, the LSMIF is set up with a structure similar to any other professionally run fund management company with students running every aspect of the fund, from CEO to analyst. It is one of only few of this kind in the United Kingdom. The fund uses money raised from donors to invest in shares of companies listed on London Stock Exchange. It is organized, run and managed the same way as an investment company in the real world. The fund has got sponsorship and advisory support from UK leading wealth management companies such as Brewin Dolphin and Mattioli Woods with senior officers from them joining the Board of Advisors. This fund gives students the opportunity to work as analysts, investment managers, CFO, CIO, CEO etc. Students also have the chances to meet, discuss and learn from experts in the field in Quarterly Investment Committee Meetings series. Students are given additional training relating to their works.OptionalPersonal Investment Planning 2027-28FIN3017MLevel 62027-28The aim of the module is to introduce students to the wide variety of investment categories which provide savings and investment structures for individuals. The content of the module addresses core financial needs of individuals, such as housing transactions [Mortgages, Equity withdrawal, etc.] and insurance products [not general insurance] that enable students to develop financial plans to solve individual client needs. As well as product awareness, the module will review the super-structure and supporting institutions around individual financial services, with a view to enhance the support for ethical and robust financial services.OptionalPersonal Taxation 2027-28ACC3179MLevel 62027-28This module aims to: - promote an understanding of the finances of the individual and the unincorporated business unit based on the latest Finance Act. - develop analytical skills which can be utilised in the assessment of business planning opportunities. The module is designed to provide an overview of personal taxation including unincorporated business and the implementation of tax through the planning process. It is designed to give students the knowledge and skills to incorporate and assess the impact of tax in personal and business decisions. The unit will also examine in detail the practicalities of the UK Tax system on income and capital and examine ways in which exemptions and reliefs can be used to defer or minimise tax liabilities. The unit will be a blend of practical and theoretical analysis. It will employ the use of case studies and the preparation of computations as well as considering the conceptual underpinnings of taxation as a subject.OptionalPrivate Banking and Wealth Management 2027-28FIN3030MLevel 62027-28Private Banking and Wealth Management is a module targeted at students who wish to build upon their previous knowledge of financial markets and products by analysing and evaluating the core financial service of wealth management. The module aims to both broaden students’ knowledge and understanding of the financial services industry and further develop their intellectual and practical skills via the analysis and evaluation of the wealth management process.OptionalStrategic Management Accountancy (Exempt) 2027-28ACC3176MLevel 62027-28The aim of this module is to provide the competencies needed to plan and control to support the implementation of the organisation’s strategies. This module helps students to develop abilities to evaluate, interpret, and discuss management accounting issues. This module recognises the many different types of decisions that managers are required to make and considers how management accounting information can be used in support of these decisions. The module covers total quality management, pricing strategies, decision-making under risk and uncertainty. It introduces how to manage and control the performance of various units of the organisation in line with both short-term budgets and long-term strategy. The module consider how data analytics can help relieve pressures of doing more with fewer resources by evaluating the efficiency of budgeting. Students will be given opportunities to apply and develop Excel skills as well as to increase awareness about ERPs (e.g. SAP, Oracle) and specialist data analytics software used in industry (e.g. Power BI, Tableau). The application of analytics and visualisation with financial and operational data can provide insights into the operational planning decisions and create opportunities for advanced reports that enhance decision-making power.OptionalStrategic Management Accountancy (Non-Exempt) 2027-28ACC3177MLevel 62027-28The aim of this module is to provide the competencies needed to plan and control to support the implementation of the organisation’s strategies. This module helps students to develop abilities to evaluate, interpret, and discuss management accounting issues. This module recognises the many different types of decisions that managers are required to make and considers how management accounting information can be used in support of these decisions. The module covers total quality management, pricing strategies, decision-making under risk and uncertainty. It introduces how to manage and control the performance of various units of the organisation in line with both short-term budgets and long-term strategy. The module considers how data analytics can help relieve pressures of doing more with fewer resources by evaluating the efficiency of budgeting. Students will be given opportunities to apply and develop Excel skills as well as to increase awareness about ERPs (e.g. SAP, Oracle) and specialist data analytics software used in industry (e.g. Power BI, Tableau). The application of analytics and visualisation with financial and operational data can provide insights into the operational planning decisions and create opportunities for advanced reports that enhance decision-making power.Optional

              What You Need to Know

              We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. In addition to the information provided on this course page, our What You Need to Know page offers explanations on key topics including programme validation/revalidation, additional costs, contact hours, and our return to face-to-face teaching.

              How you are assessed

              The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module and will also be determined by which pathway is chosen. Examples of assessment methods that are used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, performances or observations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests. The weighting given to each assessment method may vary across each academic year.

              The University of Lincoln's policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.

              Accreditations and Exemptions

              The course currently provides a pathway that allows exemptions from elements of examination for the following:

              - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
              - Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
              - Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
              - Association of International Accountants (AIA).

              Depending on the exemptions sought, students may be required to undertake specific modules. Other exemptions are achieved upon completion of the course.

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              Bloomberg Terminal

              Students can use our Bloomberg Terminal, which is designed to help industry professionals make better-informed investment decisions by offering the latest market news along with historical data and an international network to communicate securely and reliably. Bloomberg offers a practical resource for students to reinforce the theories they learn in lectures, and enable them to become familiar with the tools used by today’s financial services professionals.

              An academic working with a student in the Bloomberg lab

              Professional Practice Year

              All full-time students on this course have the opportunity to take a year-long professional practice placement after the second year. A placement enables you to gain valuable experience and apply your knowledge in a real business setting. A Placement Year Fee is payable to the University of Lincoln during this year for students joining in 2025/26 and beyond. Students are expected to cover their own travel, accommodation, and living costs. 

              Students who complete the one-year professional practice placement will be awarded a BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance (with Professional Practice). Those who choose not to complete a placement will receive a BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance, or equivalent exit award.

              International Study Year

              All full-time students on this course are able take an optional year abroad encompassing study at one partner institution (one term) with the option to work, volunteer, or continue your study abroad (second term). A Study Abroad Tuition Fee is payable to the University of Lincoln during this year for students joining in 2025/26 and beyond. No extra tuition fee is payable to the host university, but students are expected to cover their own travel, accommodation, and living costs. Travel grants and an overseas rate maintenance loan may be available for eligible students from Student Finance. The University’s Global Opportunities Team can provide further support and guidance.   

              Who Will Win?

              A BA (Hons) Accountancy & Finance student and their teacher go head to head at a game of Take on the Tower. But in between the tense moments, they also answer questions about the course so you can find out what it's REALLY like studying Accountancy & Finance.

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              Student Managed Investment Fund

              Lincoln International Business School offers the Student Managed Investment Fund (LSMIF), which is an investment fund created, operated, and maintained by students within the school, with everything running within the real-world environment of finance.

              One of only a handful of its kind in the UK, students will be managing real money with the objective of making positive returns while managing risk. Industry veteran and long-time lecturer Hao Quach can help support the students throughout, utilising his years of experience in all aspects of investment banking and 20 years teaching in many countries.

              Student Awards

              Each year the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales awards prizes to second year students who have excelled academically or made significant progress in key areas and skills that are vital for future accountants and business leaders. This award partnership is a recognition of how our degree is specifically designed to help our students develop the skills and techniques required by the accountancy profession, which can help them prepare for the workplace.

              I’ve received great teaching and amazing support over my degree. The lecturers make the content come alive by using real life examples and their own experiences.

              Paige Robson

              BA (Hons) Accountancy and Finance

              What Can I Do with an Accountancy and Finance Degree?

              A degree in Accountancy and Finance can prepare students for a career as an accountant, personal financial manager, tax adviser, chief financial officer, and beyond. Previous graduates have progressed to roles at HMRC and at companies including PwC and Santander.

              Working in Partnership

              Lincoln International Business School works with students and organisations to enhance the contribution of business to society. For students, that means developing their business skills and knowledge to improve their career readiness.The University of Lincoln is a member of AACSB, a global nonprofit association connecting educators, students, and businesses to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders.

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              Entry Requirements 2025-26

              United Kingdom

              112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications.

              BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit.

              T Level: Merit

              Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points.

              International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall.

              GCSE's: Minimum of three to include a grade 5 in Maths, a 4 in English and one further GCSE graded at 4 or above. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered.


              The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, EPQ etc.

              We may consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.

              International

              Non UK Qualifications:

              If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.

              Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/.

              If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.

              https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/pre-sessionalenglishandacademicstudyskills/

              The University of Lincoln's International College also offers university preparation courses for international students who do not meet the direct entry requirements. Upon successful completion, students can progress to Bachelor's study at the University of Lincoln. Please visit https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/internationalcollege/ for more information.

              If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk

              Contextual Offers

              At Lincoln, we recognise that not everybody has had the same advice and support to help them get to higher education. Contextual offers are one of the ways we remove the barriers to higher education, ensuring that we have fair access for all students regardless of background and personal experiences. For more information, including eligibility criteria, visit our Offer Guide pages. If you are applying to a course that has any subject specific requirements, these will still need to be achieved as part of the standard entry criteria.

              Fees and Scholarships

              Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.

              Course Fees

              For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. To help support students from outside of the UK, we are also delighted to offer a number of international scholarships which range from £1,000 up to the value of 50 per cent of tuition fees. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.

              Find out More by Visiting Us

              The best way to find out what it is really like to live and learn at Lincoln is to visit us in person. We offer a range of opportunities across the year to help you to get a real feel for what it might be like to study here.

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              The University intends to provide its courses as outlined in these pages, although the University may make changes in accordance with the Student Admissions Terms and Conditions.