Accounting and Finance MSc
Graduate with a greater knowledge of the global economic marketplace. Consider contemporary banking and financial challenges. Feel empowered as you progress in the economic working environment.
Overview
| Course length: | 1 year full-time |
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| Start dates: | January 2026 September 2026 |
| Location: | Edge Hill University |
| Example offers: | 2:2 or above (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. View full entry criteria |
| Subject(s): | Business Management, Accounting and Finance |
| Faculty: | Arts and Sciences |
| Department: | Business School |
Discover multiple topics within the world of Accounting and Finance on this MSc degree. We will delve into subject matters such as accounting, auditing, taxation, financial modelling and investment analysis.
We provide our graduates with the theoretical and practical skills required to succeed within the accounting and financial sectors. That’s why you’ll learn from experienced lecturers about the latest research in the field, as well as participating in workshops in our Bloomberg Suite.
The Bloomberg Terminal offers access to live financial data used by industry experts across the world, giving you the perfect chance to put your theoretical knowledge into practice. You will have the opportunity to work on live briefs or engage in business simulations.
The range of assessment methods will develop both professional and managerial skills. Achieve your ambitions through developing problem solving skills alongside a knowledge of ethical and responsible financial practices, essential for a career in accounting and finance.
Why stop there? We’ll set you up so that you can go on to achieve even more professional qualifications after your degree, giving you the foundation for continued career progression.
An accredited degree
This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
Chartered Management Institute HE Partner
Course features
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International students can apply
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Professional accreditation
What you'll study
This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and technical skills needed to progress within the accounting profession or financial sectors. During the programme, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of a range of topics including economics for banking and finance and sustainable finance. Theory is balanced with practice throughout, and you’ll benefit from ongoing opportunities to apply your growing knowledge. You’ll develop essential skills associated with financial decision-making and reporting as well as a thorough understanding of the practices associated with effective financial management and oversight and the computation of tax. A particular highlight is the opportunity to develop advanced skills linked to the Bloomberg Terminal, a leading finance industry data platform for financial analysis and investment strategies. You’ll also benefit from the opportunity to undertake an independent research project linked to a topic within an appropriate field. By the end of the programme, you’ll be well-equipped to harness your new knowledge and skills and excel in the world of accounting and finance.
How you'll study
The course is delivered via workshops, seminars and lectures.
How you'll be assessed
The course utilises a variety of summative assessment methods, such as academic critical essays, examinations, simulations, case studies, reports, group presentations and portfolios.
Who will be teaching you
All modules are delivered by experienced lecturers and professors who have research specialism and/or professional experience in their subject matter.
Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements. Some restrictions on optional module choice or combinations of optional modules may apply.
Entry criteria
Typical offer is a degree equivalent to a UK lower second class (2:2) honours degree in a cognate discipline: For example, Accounting, Accountancy, Accountancy and Finance.
A lower honours degree attainment may be admitted where you can provide evidence of experience and/or prior learning at the discretion of the department.
Overseas qualifications will be assessed using ECCTIS (formerly NARIC) to ascertain comparability.
English language requirements
International students require IELTS 6.5, with a score no lower than 6.0 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
How to apply
There is an online application form for this course. Please select your preferred year of entry and mode of study.
Apply for January 2026 Full-time
Apply for September 2026 Full-time
Apply for September 2026 Part-time
Apply for January 2027 Full-time
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
There’s plenty of opportunities to come take a look around campus. Attend one of our open days to see what life at Edge Hill University is all about.
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Facilities
A stunning £8million building provides impressive teaching and learning facilities for students in Edge Hill Business School.
The contemporary three-storey building offers a 100-seat lecture theatre and modern seminar and meeting rooms. There are also social learning areas which enc
ourage a more informal and interactive style of learning, in addition to an attractive roof garden and atrium.
Where you'll study
Finance
Tuition fees
UK Full-Time
TBC
for the course
International
£18,000
for the course
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, as well as Irish nationals, may be eligible for the UK tuition fee rate.
Financial support
Please view the relevant Money Matters guide for comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK students joining postgraduate courses at Edge Hill University.
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme may be eligible to apply for financial support. Irish nationals can ordinarily apply to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). If you are an EU student who does not have settled or pre-settled status, or are an international student from a non-EU country, please see our international student finance pages.
Tuition fees
UK Full-Time
£9,250
for the course
International
£17,000
for the course
EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, as well as Irish nationals, may be eligible for the UK tuition fee rate.
Your future career
You will be supported in your development to become future leaders in accounting and finance. We provide you with careers support, offering guidance on application processes, assessment days and interview techniques. Our extra-curricular activities will help you to work towards membership of professional bodies, along with networking events and graduate fairs.
You could apply your skills to a variety of positions including:
- Accountant
- Business analyst
- Investment analyst
- Financial advisor
- Auditor
Course changes
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, however our courses are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of professional bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
