MSc Accounting and Finance
London South Bank University
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MSc - Master of Science

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Southwark Campus

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MSc - Master of Science

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CareersEmployability ServiceAt LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to ourEmployability Service, which includes:••An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.•Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques ...Read more

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Employability Service

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our

  • Employability Service
  • , which includes:

    • An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
    • Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.

    Our

  • Student Enterprise
  • team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.

    Graduates who possess a combination of an LSBU Master’s degree and a professional accounting qualification are likely to be highly employable in senior positions in accounting and finance, not only in the UK but throughout the world. Excellent career opportunities exist in accounting and finance. Recent graduates have secured positions in accounting firms, industry, banking, finance and commerce.

    Our postgraduate offerings are aimed at providing a more well-rounded education to enhance student employability. A wide range of extracurricular activities and opportunities to attend expert symposiums and conferences to enhance employability and enhance awareness of contemporary issues and developments within the subject domains.

    From the ‘Consultancy, Enterprise and Innovation’ and ‘Research Methods’ modules through to the Capstone Business Project students have the opportunity to identify areas of interest, explore ideas in a supportive environment and develop ideas through to impactful projects and beyond. Those students wanting to develop entrepreneurial ideas can receive additional support from the LSBU Enterprise Centre.

    Internship modules allow the student to gain valuable work experience while studying for a master’s degree and the student is supported by the School of Business Employability and Student Commercial Experience teams, both during the search process and when the student is actually working.

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WUSCA ranking:
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These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
85/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
82nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
114th
What students say
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Itmamur
18 Nov 24

Best is that I meet alot of new friends and worst would be I feel I do not belong..Read more

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Safa
14 Nov 24

The teacher support is great but i feel like there are not many opportunities to meet people through student union events...Read more

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Entry requirements

A bachelor's degree in economics with at least a lower second-class honour (2.2) or a related discipline such as finance or business with at least an upper second-class honour (2.1). Graduates holding a bachelor's degree with an upper second-class honour (2.1) in less directly related disciplines, such as engineering, mathematics, or other fields, may also be considered on a case-by-case basis by the course management team. Non-relevant degree holders with at least a 2.2 honours and relevant work experience in financial services will be evaluated individually. Completion of the Fundamental Level (Knowledge and Skills) of the ACCA examinations. Completion of the Operational and Management levels of CIMA examinations. Other relevant professional qualifications, including those obtained overseas.

Tuition fees

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Domestic

£11,000 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£16,900 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£16,900 per year

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Itmamur
18 Nov 24
Accounting and Finance BA (Hons)
Best is that I meet alot of new friends and worst would be I feel I do not belong...
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Safa
14 Nov 24
Accounting and Finance (with Placement) BA (Hons)
The teacher support is great but i feel like there are not many opportunities to meet people through student union events....
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London South Bank University
London South Bank University , Southwark

London South Bank University (LSBU) is one of London’s highest regarded and longest established universities, with a history going...

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114th
London South Bank University
103 Borough Road Kensington and Chelsea London SE1 0AA United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Elephant & Castle  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Elephant & Castle  0.2 miles away
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