The BSc Accounting and Finance with Placement Year at the University of Leicester is designed for ambitious students keen to master the financial principles and accounting practices that underpin global business. You will explore core areas such as financial reporting, corporate finance, and investment management, developing a sophisticated understanding of how organisations make strategic decisions. This undergraduate degree provides a robust academic framework, preparing you to navigate the complexities of financial markets and contribute effectively to the accounting and finance professions.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over four years, including a valuable year in industry where you will gain practical experience and build professional networks. Throughout your studies, you will engage with subjects like financial statement analysis, FinTech, and AI, alongside options in quantitative finance or forensic accounting. You will develop essential analytical and problem-solving skills, preparing you for a diverse range of career paths in public practice, corporate finance, investment banking, and public sector accounting upon graduation.