Accounting – MA

Integrated Masters with deeper specialization and research focus
Taught in English
Duration 1 Years
Mode On Campus
Level Postgraduate
Degree Masters Degree
Next Intake TBA

Course Overview

The Accounting – MA at Technological University of The Shannon is designed for graduates with a degree in accounting or a business degree with an accounting specialisation who aspire to a professional career in accounting. This challenging, one-year taught postgraduate programme, running from September to August, provides a comprehensive update to its syllabus, ensuring you gain the most current knowledge and skills. You will delve into critical areas such as financial reporting, corporate governance, financial strategy, auditing, strategic management accounting, and taxation, preparing you for the complexities of the modern accounting profession.

Studied full-time on campus, this Master of Arts degree offers a structured learning experience across two semesters, culminating in a significant 30-credit Accounting Research Project. This project allows you to apply your learnings from taught modules and engage with research literature, developing both practical and theoretical expertise. The programme boasts generous exemptions from leading Professional Accountancy Bodies, including full CAP 2 exemptions from Chartered Accountants Ireland, 11 from CPA Ireland, and 8 from ACCA. You will graduate with enhanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills, ready to pursue diverse career pathways in accounting.

Course Curriculum & Details

Detailed information for serious evaluators

Program Overview

This program provides a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and practices. You will explore financial reporting, corporate governance, and financial strategy in the first semester, followed by strategic management accounting, taxation, and integrated case studies in the second semester. The program culminates in an accounting research project, allowing for in-depth investigation of a chosen topic.

1 SEMESTER 1 - SEPTEMBER

Financial Reporting and Corporate Governance
Financial Strategy
Auditing

2 SEMESTER 2 - JANUARY

Strategic Management Accounting
Taxation
Integrated Case Studies

3 YEAR LONG - SEPTEMBER TO AUGUST

Accounting Research Project

Cost & Affordability

A clear picture of what this course will cost you

Program Costs

First Year Fee Tuition fee
USD 19,410.00
Total Program Cost Estimated total tuition
USD 19,410.00

Currency note: Program costs shown in USD based on the available tuition breakdown.

Living Costs

Food & Groceries USD 2,807.00 - USD 4,210.00
Transport USD 562.00 - USD 1,123.00
Utilities & Bills USD 1,404.00 - USD 2,105.00
Estimated Total USD 4,773.00 - USD 7,438.00

Living cost estimates are based on Athlone Campus.

Outcomes & Employability

What happens after you graduate

92%
Graduate Employment Rate Within 6 to 12 months of graduation

Common Graduate Roles

Advertising Finance & OperationsArtificial Intelligence & Machine LearningBrokerage & Trading & SecuritiesEducation Policy & AdministrationPerformance & Growth MarketingPharmacovigilance & Drug SafetyPublic Health & EpidemiologyQuality Assurance & ControlSecondary & High School EducationWealth Management & Financial Advisory

Top Employers Hiring for this course

Abbott

Accenture

Bank of Ireland

Boston Scientific

Citi

Deloitte

Dunnes Stores

Fidelity Investments

Why Study Accounting – MA at Technological University of The Shannon

What makes this program stand out

Top 20 in UK For Computer Science

Exeter's Computer Science department consistently ranks among the top 20 in the UK for both teaching quality and research output.

Fast Offers Quick turnaround

Exeter typically responds to applications within 2-3 weeks, giving you clarity on your options quickly.

Flexible Intakes September start

Primary intake in September with January start available for some pathways through the INTO foundation program.

Accredited Industry recognized

Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, meeting requirements for Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status.

Life at Technological University of The Shannon in Ireland

What daily life looks like for international students

Language

English

Primary language everywhere

Climate

Mild & Rainy

10-20°C average, pack layers

Safety (Numbeo Safety Index)

Very Safe

Exeter is one of UK's safest cities

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Accounting – MA at Technological University of The Shannon

Can I work while studying?

International students can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and 40 hours during breaks. No separate work permit is required.

What English language score do I need for this course?

English language proficiency is required for admission. Acceptable test scores include a Duolingo overall score of 120, IELTS overall score of 6.5, and TOEFL overall score of 79.

What jobs can I get after studying this course?

Graduates can pursue careers as Accountants, Financial Analysts, Tax Advisors, Auditors, or Management Accountants.

What will I actually study in this course?

This course is a challenging, but rewarding one-year taught programme, running from September to August, with a new and updated syllabus.

The programme receives generous exemptions from the Professional Accountancy Bodies. Graduates of the programme receive full CAP 2 exemptions from Chartered Accountants Ireland, 11 exemptions from CPA Ireland, and 8 exemptions from ACCA. In addition, while maintaining the focus on preparing graduates for the accounting profession, the updated

When can I start — what are the intake months?

The intake for the Accounting MA program is in September. This one-year taught program runs from September to August.
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