Undergraduate School of Business & Creative Industries ⭐ Professional Accreditation

University of the West of Scotland

BAcc (Hons) Accounting

A prestigious, professionally accredited degree providing a fast-track into the global accounting industry with significant exam exemptions from major professional bodies.

Paisley Lanarkshire September January

Duration

4 years full-time, typically 6 years part-time

IELTS (min)

6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)

Course overview

About the Course

The Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) is a specialised degree designed to provide a fast-track into the professional industry through substantial accreditation and module exemptions.

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The BAcc (Hons) Accounting offers a deep dive into the full spectrum of financial subjects, from management accounting to taxation and auditing. The curriculum is meticulously designed to ensure you acquire both the technical expertise and the analytical transferable skills required to lead in the modern global business environment.

Programme structure

Course Modules

This programme is structured to build strong subject knowledge, academic readiness and applied professional capability through each stage of study.

  • Financial Accounting 1
  • Management Accounting 1
  • Digital Skills for Accounting and Finance
  • Business Economics
  • Accountant in Business
  • Data Analysis
  • Financial Accounting 2
  • Management Accounting 2
  • Financial Management
  • Business Law
  • Quantitative Methods for Accounting and Finance
  • Introduction to Business Ethics
  • Financial Accounting 3
  • Management Accounting 3
  • Advanced Financial Management
  • Auditing
  • Personal Tax
  • Business Taxation
  • Honours Dissertation (40 Credits)
  • Finance in a Digital World
  • Contemporary Accounting Issues
  • Financial Modelling & Change Management
  • Python for Accounting and Finance
  • Research Methods for Accounting and Finance

Placement Opportunities

Placement Opportunities

Real-world experience with leading employers

Graduate Outcomes

94%

of UWS graduates are in work and/or further study 6 months after graduating.

You will have the option to undertake a one-year placement during your degree. This can take place between the second and third year, or between the third and fourth year. Placements provide essential…

What our students say

A placement year gave me the opportunity to gain invaluable experience within a large finance department. When I completed my degree, I was successful in securi…

Nichola McGinlay, UWS Accounting graduate and current Business Analyst

After successfully completing my year-long placement with Hilton, I was offered a role as a Process to Pay Helpdesk Analyst alongside my studies. I ensured that…

Aaron Sweeney, UWS BAcc student on placement with Hilton

Key placement benefits

  • Professional Exam Exemptions (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS)
  • Digital Proficiency (Python & Financial Modelling)
  • Strategic Leadership & Business Ethics
  • Critical Analytical Thinking

Placement providers

  • Lenovo
  • BNP Paribas
  • TÜV SÜD
  • Chivas Brothers

Tuition information

Tuition Fees

2026/2027 Academic Year

Scholarships Available
£16,275 per year of study

£2,710 per 20-credit module

Flexible payment plans available via university instalments.
Fees are fixed for the duration of the 4-year Honours degree.
Additional Enhanced International Scholarships of up to 40% may apply.

*Tuition fees are subject to annual review and may change for future intakes. Values shown are for international non-EU students.

English language

Entry Requirements

Meet the English language requirements for direct entry onto this programme.

6.0

IELTS Score Required

5.5 minimum per component

Accepted alternatives

Other recognized tests

  • TOEFL iBT

    78

  • Pearson PTE Academic

    54

  • Duolingo English Test

    105

Other English language qualifications may be considered. Please contact admissions for details.

Maximum Exemptions Available

Industry Accreditations

Globally Recognised Professional Excellence

Our BAcc (Hons) Accounting degree is accredited by all major professional accountancy bodies. This ensures our curriculum meets the highest industry standards and provides you with significant exemptions from professional examinations.

ACCA

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Maximum exemptions from Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills papers.

CIMA

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

Accelerated route to the CIMA Professional Qualification.

ICAS

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland

Significant exemptions towards the CA qualification.

ICAEW

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Credit for prior learning on several ACA modules.

CIPFA

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy

Direct path to public sector accounting excellence.

AIA

Association of International Accountants

Global recognition and extensive exam exemptions.

These accreditations significantly reduce the time and cost required to become a fully qualified Chartered Accountant after graduation.

Official admissions guidance

Academic Entry Requirements

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