MSc Forensic Accounting and Auditing at Solent University

Gain dual MSc and ACCA Chartered Certified qualification while developing advanced forensic accounting and auditing skills for careers in fraud investigation, assurance and financial crime prevention. The MSc in Forensic Accounting and Auditing is designed to cultivate advanced expertise in the detection, investigation, and prevention of financial fraud, misconduct, and irregularities within both public and private sector organisations to ultimately produce highly skilled forensic accountants and auditors capable of safeguarding organisational assets and upholding the public interest.

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

What you will study

Core modules include Strategic Corporate Reporting, Strategic Leadership and Governance, Advanced Forensic Accounting, Ethics and Professional Skills (ACCA), Research Methods and Final Major Project. Optional modules include Strategic Audit and Compliance, Data Science in Accounting and Auditing.

Career pathways

Graduates are equipped for high‑impact careers in accounting, auditing and financial investigation. Your combined technical expertise and chartered status also opens pathways into regulatory bodies, law‑enforcement agencies, consulting firms, and global accountancy practices. Roles include: Forensic accountant, Auditor, Financial crime analyst, Fraud investigator, Risk and compliance specialist, Internal or external assurance specialist.

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