Undergraduate

BSc Accounting and Finance

Message from the Director, LSE External Study.

The academic direction of this degree is undertaken by the London School of Economic and Political Science (LSE).

This degree has an international flavour and was developed in consultation with academics and professionals throughout South East Asia, as well as the UK. It aims to provide a thorough grounding in accounting and finance within a strong social science framework. The combination of subjects will ensure that you develop the necessary critical skills to be able to undertake a variety of occupations where an understanding of accounting and finance would be useful.

Successful graduates may be able to gain exemptions from several of the examinations of professional bodies (depending upon the subjects taken). The University advise you to contact the relevant bodies for advice.

Key points

• a degree with an international flavour set within a strong social science framework
• provides a thorough grounding in accounting and finance
• develops critical skills for a wide range of real world professional situations
• an excellent preparation for a career in professional accountancy, investment banking, investment analysis and management, management consultancy and financial management
• flexible study programme, not limited by class times or geographical location
• lasts between three and eight years
• total cost approximately £2,500 (if completed in the minimum study period of three years). (Graduate Entry Route can cost less than £2,000)

Summary of key dates
Application deadline	17 September (non-EU) 17 October (EU)
Registration deadline	30 November
Despatch of study materials	Shortly after your registration form is received
Start studying	As soon as you receive your study materials
Examinations take place	May/June