MSc Accounting and Finance at University of Southampton

Build your expertise in accounting, finance, corporate governance, taxation, sustainability, fintech and applied AI on this MSc Accounting and Finance degree. You'll graduate with the skills for a career in any sector where financial insight drives decisions. This masters in accounting and finance is ideal if you have studied accountancy, business, finance, mathematics or economics, or have relevant professional experience and want to strengthen your career prospects.

Faculty: Social Sciences  |  Department: Business, accounting, finance and marketing  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This is a full-time, 1-year course, running from September to the following September. Your studies will be divided into 3 semesters, with exams in January and May. You will also have the opportunity to explore specialist topics that match your interests and career aspirations.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including finance, banking, accountancy, business consultancy, public sector. Careers directly related to the course include accountant, company secretary, external auditor, forensic accountant, stockbroker, financial analyst, business analyst, financial risk analyst.

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