Our 1-Year Top-Up programme lets you study the Level 6 modules of our BSc Accounting and Finance course and gain exemptions from select ACCA and CIMA qualifying exams.
DURATION: 1-YEAR | IN-PERSON | LONDON
Full time: £9,790 | Funding available
BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance, 1-Year Top-Up
1-Year Top-Up
Apply now to start in October 2026
Duration
1 year
Study mode
Full-time, 2 to 2.5 days per week in term one, reducing to 0.5 days per week in term two.
Start date
October
Awarding Body
Birkbeck, University of London
Tuition fees
Home: £9,790
Location
Taught at our Central London campus
UCAS code
AF01
Entry Requirements
Pearson or SQA HND in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent qualification at Level 5 within the discipline.
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What’s it like studying accounting?
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I enjoy everything I learn on my Accounting and Finance course. It feels like every day I am learning something new and building my confidence. When you ask for help, you immediately get the support you need. I haven’t missed a single lesson, because I just enjoy being here.
GAMAR ABDIEN
BSc Accounting and Finance student
How do top-up degrees work?
Step 1
You will need to have studied Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications in order to qualify for a Top-Up degree; this could be the first two years of a 3-Year undergraduate course or an equivelant qualification.
Step 2
Apply for a Top-Up degree at Bloomsbury Institute and you can study our unique and career-focussed Level 6 curriculum at our Central London campus.
Step 3
After just one year of studying with us, you will graduate with a Bloomsbury Institute degree, awarded by Birbeck, University of London.
Course Modules
Each module is worth 30 credits. There are two core modules – Auditing in Context and Performance Management and Control.
You will also complete two optional modules. The list of optional modules is as follows:
International Finance
Mergers and Acquisitions
Business Ethics & Corporate Governance
Accounting and Finance Internship (Not available to International students)
Accounting and Finance Research Project
Independent Study module
All optional modules are delivered subject to sufficient student demand. Students must take at least one of International Finance; and Mergers & Acquisitions as an optional module.
Auditing in Context (Core)
How to conduct audits, both internal and external, that conform to professional regulatory frameworks and their usefulness to society generally are considered in this module. At the end of this module, you should be able to identify and describe the systems, processes and principles which seek to ensure that internal and external auditing promote good corporate governance and achieve corporate objectives.
Assessment
| Case study | 60% |
| Final examination | 40% |
International Finance (Optional)
There are a multitude of strategic factors that affect an international organisation’s operations. Multinational financial management relies on your ability to assess the current global business environment and design appropriate international finance management strategies. You will develop a greater understanding of multinational financial arrangements on this module and, through the interpretation, uses, and analysis of strategic financial information, examine the strategic reasons for the existence of multinationals.
You can also take this module in Term 2 if you would prefer.
Assessment
| Group project | 40% |
| Final examination | 60% |
Mergers and Acquisitions (Optional)
Mergers and acquisitions demonstrate the amalgamation of many corporate finance concepts and techniques such as valuation, to practical and active developments in the corporate business world. In this module you will consider mergers and acquisitions phenomenon from various angles: strategic, financial, public policy. You will also identify and assess key factors that explain the success or failure of companies, as well as gain practical insights through case studies into the workings of investment bankers, financial professionals, and management in the formulation of Financial Restructuring & Reorganisation Policy.
You can also take this module in Term 2 if you would prefer.
Assessment
| Group project | 40% |
| Final examination | 60% |
Performance Management and Control (Core)
Businesses need to manage and be aware of environmental, behavioural and organisational factors in order to navigate financial risk factors and ensure business survival, total quality management, and prosperity. Finance Managers’ professional judgements can help businesses to achieve these goals by applying relevant knowledge and skills to strategic planning.
This module explores how to select and apply strategic managerial accounting techniques and approaches to different contexts contributes to the evaluation of the performance of an organisation and its strategic development. In considering these approaches, you will learn how to prepare and interpret financial information for management, contribute to budgetary planning, monitoring and control via effective communications and improve functional performance within a global business organisation.
Assessment
| Coursework | 40% |
| Final examination | 60% |
Business Ethics and Corporate Governance (Optional)
Good corporate governance is essential to all national and multinational organisations in all sectors of the economy. This module introduces the typical requirements of senior executives in business organisations in relation to governance and ethical issues and enables you to analyse and evaluate the risks, both financial and non-financial, and consequences of executive actions.
Assessment
| Written assignment | 40% |
| Portfolio | 60% |
Accounting and Finance Research Project (Optional)
This module provides you with an opportunity to pursuit your individual interests in contemporary phenomenon related to accounting and finance.
Assessment
| Research proposal | 20% |
| Research project | 80% |
Internship (Optional)
Jumpstart your career and gain practical, real-life experience in the accounting and finance world. You’ll have the chance to identify and tackle relevant, real-life accounting and finance issues and expand your knowledge and understanding through the practical application of financial theory on your Internship module.
With your academic knowledge and understanding, you’ll be able to transfer your skills to real-life situations, critically evaluate, and apply your newfound knowledge to produce a project report. As you reflect on your work-based practice, you’ll see how academic knowledge and understanding underpin everything you do.
Assessment
| Project | 70% |
| Reflective practice | 30% |
Independent Learning Project (Optional)
Gain practical, real-life experience in the accounting and finance world. You’ll have the chance to identify and tackle relevant, real-life accounting and finance issues and expand your knowledge and understanding through the practical application of financial theory on your Independent Learning Project.
You will be able to transfer your skills to real-life situations, critically evaluate, and apply your newfound knowledge to produce a project report. As you reflect on your work-based practice, you’ll see how academic knowledge and understanding underpin everything you do.
Assessment
| Project | 80% |
| Reflective practice | 20% |
Assessments
We use oral assessments, presentations, simulations, group, and individual, projects in addition to traditional assessment methods (examinations and coursework) so that you can explore and express your abilities in different ways. Assessments are not just a way of assessing whether something has been learned, but an opportunity to develop skills that will equip you in your future life and career.
Why study with us?
Support and development
We pride ourselves on supporting each and every student on an individual basis. Disabilities, long-term medical conditions, or specific learning difficulties are never barriers to success at Bloomsbury Institute.
Student Guild
Our Student Guild is here to support you, enhance your experience and represent your views. The Guild is student-led so get involved and help improve the Bloomsbury experience for you and fellow students.
The Bloomsbury Institute difference
Based in Central London
In the heart of London’s education quarter, with access to Birkbeck’s vast library and resources.
Support to find work
As soon as International students are enrolled on the pre-sessional programme or their degree course, they will have access to Student Circus, providing a wealth of vacancies, support, employability courses and resources.
International Student visa
The Student visa entitles students to work 20 hours per week, full-time during vacation, and on successful course completion they receive a further two-year Graduate visa.
Applicants require:
- Applicants require a Pearson or SQA HND in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent qualification at Level 5 within the discipline
- Applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set) or equivalent
- If you do not meet these requirements, you may be considered as a non-standard applicant.
Applicants require:
- Diploma / Technical Diploma / Grade 14
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Brevet de Technicie Supérieur
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- TÃtulo de Técnico Profesional
- TÃtulo de / TÃtulo de Técnico Superior
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma
- Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Bachelor Degree (when studied for 2 or 3 years)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Indian School Certificate (Year 12)
- Diploma (from a TVET Institution)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
- TÃtulo de Auxiliar Técnico
- TÃtulo de Técnico (Ensino Médio)
- Curso Superior de Formação EspecifÃca
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Técnico Superior
- Técnico Universitario
- Grado de Bachiller (when studied for 2 years)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Técnico Profesional
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diplomado
- Técnico Superior
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Al-Azhar Training Diploma
- Diploma from Technical / Commercial / Industrial / Health institutes
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Técnico en [Subject Area]
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Ghana Education Service: Diploma in Business Studies
- University Certificate or Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Técnico (Universitario) / Diplomado
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)
- Diploma in General Studies
- Foundation Diploma / Diploma of Foundation Studies
- Professional Diploma (from the Vocational Training Council)
- Diploma (from the Vocational Training Council or a Polytechnic)
- Diploma Yi Jin
- Advanced Diploma
- Higher Certificate
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- India Standard XII Central Government Boards: 65%
- Council for Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE)
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)India Standard XII State Boards: 70%
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Ijazah – Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan / Madrasah Aliyah Kejuruan (when studied for 4 years or more)
- Diploma I (D1)
- Diploma II (D2)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require
- High School Diploma – Theoretical Stream
- High School Diploma – Technical and Vocational Stream
- High School Diploma – Work and Knowledge Stream
- First Degree Technician’s Certificate
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma of Technician
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Community College Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma / Certificate from PAAET College
- Diploma / Certificate from PAAET Institute
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diplôme de Technicien Supérieur
- Diplôme Universitaire de Technologie
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Certificate
- Diploma
- DVM
- Foundation in [Subject Area]
- Matrikulasi
- STPM
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- International Advanced (A) Level / Higher Secondary School Certificate
- Diploma / Advanced Diploma
- Foundation Studies Level II
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- International Advanced (A) Level / Higher Secondary School Certificate
- Diploma / Advanced Diploma
- Foundation Studies Level II
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diplome du Baccalauréat Technique with a minimum of 10 points (out of 20)
- Attestation du Baccalauréat with a minimum of 14 points (out of 20)
- International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 points
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Associate Degree / Diploma (when studied for 2 years or more)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma (CTEVT)
- Diploma (Tribhuvan University)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- National Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Post School Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Please note
At present, we are unable to offer Student Route visa sponsorship for Top-Up programmes to applicants applying from Pakistan. This is due to current student-visa compliance considerations and sponsor-licence obligations. This policy is reviewed regularly.
Applicants require:
- Técnico (Superior) en [Subject Area]
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma / Associate (when studied for 2 years or more)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma from a Technical College / Vocational Institute
- Diploma from a Health College / Institute
- Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- NUS High School Diploma
- Singapore / Cambridge GCE A Level
- Higher National ITE Certificate (Higher NITEC)
- Polytechnic Certificate
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
- Advanced Certificate
- Higher Certificate (Level 5)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Associate Degree / Junior College Diploma (when studied for 2 years)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma from a Higher Institution
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Vocational High School Diploma
- Associate Degree / Junior College Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Certificate of Vocational Education (Paw Waw Chaw)
- Certificate of Higher Vocational Education (Paw Waw Saw)
- Associate Degree / Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diplôme d’Études Supérieures de Technologie (DEST)
- Brevet de Technicien Supérieur
- Diplôme Universitaire d’Études Littéraires (DUEL) / Scientifiques (DUES)
- Diplôme d’Études Universitaire de Premier Cycle (DEUPC)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Associate Degree (Ön-Lisans Diplomasi)
- Master Trainer Certificate (Usta Öğreticilik Belgesi)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Higher College of Technology Diploma
- Higher College of Technology Advanced Diploma
- University Diploma
- Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Intermediate Professional Education Diploma
- Vocational Intermediate Diploma
- Associate Degree
- Vocational College Diploma / Vocational Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma (from a University)
- Higher Diploma (from a Community College)
- Certificate in Technical Education
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
How the application process works
Step 1
Complete the application form to let us know which course you would like to study and your existing qualifications.
Step 2
Apply for Student Finance as soon as you have submitted your application to avoid delays.
Step 3
You will be offered a place if you meet the entry requirements, or, invited to an Admissions Assessment.
Step 4
International applicants are issued a CAS or may take a Pre-CAS Interview in order to gain a Student visa.
Step 5
Welcome to Bloomsbury Institute! Enrolment and Induction take place the week before your studies begin.
Home students
£9,790
Home student fees apply to students who do not require a Student Visa to study in the UK (e.g. UK and Irish citizens; EU citizens with settled or pre-settled status). International fees are applicable to students who do require a Student Visa.
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