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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Edinburgh Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Our Accountancy and Finance programme is designed and taught by practising professionals and respected academics, and it is accredited by all major professional accountancy bodies in the UK. As Edinburgh is the UKs second biggest financial centre outside of London, our university enjoys a well-established reputation in the world of accountancy and financial services.
While studying this hands-on degree, youll develop a broad understanding of the contexts in which modern accounting operates. The programme examines the legal and ethical contexts, introduces insight into accountancy as a profession, and analyses business entities and the capital markets in which they operate.
Throughout this four-year degree, youll develop key accountancy expertise in several areas, including:
On the financial side, youll gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the areas of:
Each course included in the programme will equip you with highly employable expertise and skills in accounting and finance, from fundamentals of finance, and the economy, to discovering business, and principles of accounting. Youll benefit from the industry relevance of the programme, which will set you up for life after graduation. Upon completion, youll have the relevant knowledge and skills to start a career in accountancy, finance, business and beyond.
Students living in
Domestic
£9,535 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if you live within Domestic. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,535 per year
Students from Other UK
The mentioned fee is for Rep of Ireland.
Students from Scotland
Paid by SAAS
£9,535 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,535 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£19,456 per year
Students from EU
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£19,456 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
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