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MSc Accounting and Finance at University of Essex

University of Essex, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MSc Accounting and Finance builds on existing knowledge of accounting and finance, combining advanced accounting and corporate finance theory with practical application. It covers financial reporting, corporate analysis and ethical finance, with optional modules matched to professional interests.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: Essex Business School  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time; part-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Issues in Financial Reporting and Portfolio Management, with optional modules and a 15,000-word dissertation.

Career pathways

The course targets careers in financial analysis, management, public administration and accountancy; recent graduates have joined BNP Paribas and Pension Insurance Corporation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree in any discipline including one module in Financial Accounting and one in Management Accounting, or a professional accounting qualification such as ACCA or CIMA. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,550 a year. Course fee for October 2027 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,925 a year. Course fee for October 2027 entry. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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