MSc International Accounting and Finance at University of Stirling

Programme overview

The MSc International Accounting and Finance builds advanced awareness of international financial markets and international accounting standards, with reporting and analysis skills. It offers access to Capital IQ, the AmplifyMe trading boot camp and the Student Managed Investment Fund, covers learning outcomes from all three CFA levels, and is accredited by ACCA.

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months | Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

A one-year full-time course of up to ten taught modules over two 15-week semesters followed by a supervised dissertation, including the Flying Start Leadership Programme. Taught through lectures, small-group seminars, workshops, problem-solving classes, computer labs and case studies.

Career pathways

Careers in accounting, finance and senior management, for example head of internal audit, accountant, strategy and business analyst, financial analyst and business development manager; graduates work for employers such as Lockheed Martin and Beijing Benz Automotive.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate or relevant work or life experience are encouraged to apply. International applicants: IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill; PTE Academic 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill; TOEFL iBT (taken before 21 January 2026) 80 overall with 18 reading, 17 writing, 17 listening, 20 speaking, or (from 21 January 2026) 4 overall with no band below 4.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,500 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; full time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 24,300 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; full time rate Source

Intake: January 2027, September 2027, January 2028

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months

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