MSc Applied Accounting and Finance at Solent University

Gain ACCA-embedded training in advanced accounting and finance and practical analysis techniques - preparing you for specialist roles and accelerating your route toward ACCA membership. The MSc in Applied Accounting and Finance is designed to equip you with a rigorous and comprehensive understanding of advanced accounting principles, financial management strategies, and the analytical tools necessary for effective decision-making in complex financial environments.

Faculty: Business and finance  |  Duration: 1 year full-time (January start); 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Full-time September start; January start (2027 entry)  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Strategic Corporate Reporting, Strategic Leadership and Governance, Advanced Business Analytics and Decision-Making, Ethics and Professional Skills (ACCA), Research Methods and Final Major Project. Optional modules include Data Science in Accounting and Auditing, Corporate Value Creation and Financial Strategy.

Career pathways

This master’s equips you for a wide range of high‑impact careers across accounting, finance and data‑driven decision‑making. Graduates are well suited to roles such as: Financial analyst, Investment analyst, Management accountant, Finance business partner, Tax associate, Corporate finance adviser.

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