MSc Accounting and Finance at Edge Hill University

Programme overview

Discover multiple topics within the world of Accounting and Finance on this MSc degree. We will delve into subject matters such as accounting, auditing, taxation, financial modelling and investment analysis. We provide our graduates with the theoretical and practical skills required to succeed within the accounting and financial sectors.

Faculty: Arts and Sciences | Department: Business School | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2026; January 2027; September 2027 | Location: Ormskirk, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and technical skills needed to progress within the accounting profession or financial sectors. During the programme, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of a range of topics including economics for banking and finance and sustainable finance. Theory is balanced with practice throughout, and you’ll benefit from ongoing opportunities to apply your growing knowledge. Compulsory modules include Accounting and Finance Research; Dissertation; Economics for Banking and Finance; Financial Decision Making; Financial Reporting; Market Analysis and Trading; Principles of Accounting and Auditing; Sustainable Finance.

Career pathways

You will be supported in your development to become future leaders in accounting and finance. We provide you with careers support, offering guidance on application processes, assessment days and interview techniques.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Example offer: 2:2 or above (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Typical offer is a degree equivalent to a UK lower second class (2:2) honours degree in a cognate discipline: For example, Accounting, Accountancy, Accountancy and Finance. A lower honours degree attainment may be admitted where you can provide evidence of experience and/or prior learning at the discretion of the department. Overseas qualifications will be assessed using ECCTIS (formerly NARIC) to ascertain comparability. English language requirements International students require IELTS 6.5, with a score no lower than 6.0 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,550 for the whole programme (2026/27). UK Full-Time tuition fee for the whole course Source

International applicants: GBP 15,000 for the whole programme (2026/27). International tuition fee for the whole course Source

Intake: September 2026; January 2027; September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/course/accounting-and-finance-2/

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