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Undergraduate · Accounting & Finance

BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance, 1-Year Top-Up

Study the Level 6 modules of our BSc Accounting and Finance course and gain exemptions from select ACCA and CIMA qualifying exams.

ACCA + CIMA
dual accredited — 9 ACCA exemptions, 8 CIMA exemptions
Birkbeck
validated degree — full university standing
£9,535
total — student finance available
October
next intake — places available now
OVERVIEW

Complete your degree in one year

Our BSc Accounting & Finance is dual-accredited by ACCA and CIMA — giving you up to 9 exemptions from 13 ACCA papers and 8 exemptions from 16 CIMA modules.

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.

Validated by Birkbeck, University of London.

"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 & Finance
Course Options

Choose your study route

All three routes lead to the same BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree, validated by Birkbeck, University of London and dual-accredited by ACCA and CIMA.

BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance, 1-Year Top-Up

Top-Up Route (Year 3 only)

Duration
1 year full-time
Entry
HND or Diploma or Higher Education in a relevant discipline or equivalent Level 5 qualification.

Already hold an HND, Foundation Degree, or equivalent Level 5 qualification in Accounting or Finance? The BSc Top-Up allows you to complete your full honours degree in just one year at Level 6, with access to the same ACCA and CIMA exemptions.

UK Students
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

UK Entry Requirements

Standard Entry

HND or Diploma or Higher Education in a relevant discipline or equivalent Level 5 qualification.

Academic Interview: Applicants may be required to attend and pass an Academic Interview with one of our Lecturers.

UK Students

Tuition fees & student support

1-Year Top-Up
£9,535
total · HND / Level 5
✓ Tuition Fee Loan
Covers full fees — nothing upfront
✓ Maintenance Loan
Up to £13,022/yr (London rate)
✓ Repayment threshold
Only after earning £25,000+/yr
UK Students
HOW TO APPLY

UK Application Process

01

Submit your application

Complete this form to let us know which course you would like to study and your existing qualifications. Our Student Recruitment team will review your details.

02

Apply for Student Finance

Apply for Student Finance as soon as you have submitted your application to avoid delays. Our team can guide you through the process.

03

Receive your offer

You will be offered a place if you meet the entry requirements, or invited to an Admissions Assessment where we can learn more about you.

04

Welcome to BIL

Welcome to Bloomsbury Institute! Enrolment and Induction take place the week before your studies begin. Your journey starts here.

The Bloomsbury Institute Difference

Why study here?

Work experience on course

Students build up their hours on course, for example via Bloomsbury Law Clinic.

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Based in Central London

In the heart of London's education quarter, with access to Birkbeck's vast library and resources.

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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.

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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.

Careers

Where our graduates go

A BIL Accounting & Finance degree with dual ACCA and CIMA accreditation opens direct pathways into professional accounting. Most graduates continue to full ACCA qualification within 2–3 years, with many securing roles at Big Four firms, mid-tier practices, and corporate finance departments.

Chartered Accountant (ACCA)Management Accountant (CIMA)Financial AnalystTax AdvisorAuditorCorporate TreasurerFinance ManagerInvestment AnalystForensic Accountant
£52k
average salary for ACCA Chartered Accountants in London
£28–33k
starting salary for part-qualified ACCA graduates
9
ACCA exemptions from 13 papers — only 4 left to qualify

Salary data: ACCA Global Salary Survey 2023; exemption data: ACCA accreditation records for BIL BSc Accounting & Finance.

Career professionals
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Insights into Learning

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October 2026 Intake · Places Available

Ready to complete your accounting degree?

Apply for the BSc Accounting & Finance, 1-Year Top-Up — October 2026 intake is now open.