The Economics and Accounting BSc with Year Abroad at the University of Leicester equips you with a robust understanding of two interconnected disciplines vital to global commerce. You will delve into the core principles of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, alongside the foundational techniques of financial reporting, management accounting, and auditing. This undergraduate degree is ideal for ambitious students who aim to build a career in finance or accounting, offering a comprehensive academic grounding that prepares you for complex economic challenges and sophisticated financial analysis.
This full-time, on-campus BSc is studied over four years, including an immersive year abroad, providing you with invaluable international experience. Throughout your studies, you will engage with core modules such as introductory and intermediate econometrics, and principles of accounting, alongside optional specialisations in areas like corporate finance, international trade, or behavioural economics. You will develop critical analytical skills through coursework and a final-year dissertation, preparing you to graduate with the expertise sought by leading accounting firms and financial institutions worldwide.