MA (Integrated) Accounting (Graduate Apprenticeship) at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

MA (Integrated) Accounting (Graduate Apprenticeship) is a five-year work-based programme combining a Master's in Accounting with full ACCA qualification while the apprentice is employed in an accounting or finance role. Learning is delivered online with weekly recorded classes and workplace assessment. Tuition fees are funded by SAAS and apprentices earn a salary throughout.

Duration: 5 years | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time (integrated) | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study progresses from CertHE (business and technology, management accounting, financial accounting) through DipHE (financial reporting, performance management, business law, business application of artificial intelligence), BA and BA (Hons) levels (auditing, financial management, strategic business reporting, taxation) to MA (Integrated) with Strategic business leader and two advanced options.

Career pathways

Eligibility to apply for ACCA membership as a fully qualified chartered accountant; progression to a Doctorate of Business Administration or PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade C or above or 2 A levels at grade C or above. Alternatively a Modern Apprenticeship in Business Administration or Accounting, or a Foundation Apprenticeship in Business Skills or Accounting plus 1 Higher at C. Applicants must be at least 16, employed in a business setting for at least 21 hours per week with employer approval before applying, and resident in Scotland at the start with the employer's premises in Scotland. Suitability is decided by the employer and learning provider partner. Direct entry to year 2 (relevant HNC) or year 3 (relevant HND) may be possible; applicants may need Recognition of Prior Learning.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Full-time per year, Scotland-domiciled students; tuition fees are funded by SAAS for graduate apprentices Source

International applicants: GBP 17,970 a year (2026/27). Full-time per year (years 1 to 3), for students living in the UK assessed as international for fee status; course not available to those requiring Student Route visa sponsorship Source

Intake: September

Duration: 5 years

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