Durham University: Accounting

Summary

Our innovative MSc Accounting programme sits within Durham’s portfolio of Masters programmes. A one-year full-time programme, it provides an opportunity for you to develop an in-depth understanding of the theory and practice of accounting as well as the critical thinking skills so valued by employers. The MSc in Accounting covers key accounting topics including financial statements and their preparation and analysis, the practical limitations of financial reporting, contemporary and evolving practice in financial and non-financial accounting and reporting, management information for decision-making, and the practice and concepts of auditing.

This is an ideal programme to choose if you’re looking to pursue a career in accountancy. The programme is intended for graduates in any subject or discipline; no previous study in accounting is necessary. Accounting undergraduate students, or students who have completed a professional accounting qualification may find some content of this programme overlaps with their prior learning.

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	The equivalent of a UK first or upper second class honours degree. Check the full list of equivalent qualifications
Location	Durham University Business School Mill Hill Lane Durham DH1 3LB

Fees

EU	26500 GBP for Year 1
England	14500 GBP for Year 1
Northern Ireland	14500 GBP for Year 1
Scotland	14500 GBP for Year 1
Wales	14500 GBP for Year 1
International	26500 GBP for Year 1

Summary

Our innovative MSc Accounting programme sits within Durham’s portfolio of Masters programmes. A one year full-time programme, it provides an opportunity for you to develop an in-depth understanding of the theory and practice of accounting as well as the critical thinking skills so valued by employers. The MSc in Accounting covers key accounting topics including financial statements and their preparation, the practical limitations of financial reporting, and the regulatory framework and its complexities.

This is an ideal programme to choose if you’re looking to pursue a career in accountancy, finance and business.

*Core and elective modules
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You will study:

- Accounting Theory

- Auditing and Assurance Services

- Contemporary Issues in Accounting and Taxation

- Corporate Governance

- Corporate Reporting

- Financial Planning and Control

- Financial Statement Analysis

- Research Methods & Methodology in Accounting

**Dissertation/Business Project
In the third term you will complete a 12,000 word dissertation which could be a specific project with an organisation. Supervised by a faculty member with relevant experience, you’ll investigate in greater detail a subject that you’ve already studied as part of your programme.

This is an opportunity for you to develop your business insight and present your analysis and ideas in a scholarly and professional manner; combine critical discrimination and a sense of proportion in evaluating evidence and the opinions of others.

**Adding to your experience
As part of your programme, you have the opportunity to enjoy presentations by academics and practitioners within your chosen area of interest. Past speakers have included representatives of major global multinationals and leading academics, providing an ideal opportunity to gain practical knowledge and progressive insight.

Level	RQF Level 7
Entry requirements	The equivalent of a UK 1st or upper 2nd Class Honours degree. Applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent.
Location	Durham University Business School Mill Hill Lane Durham DH1 3LB

Fees

EU	14500 GBP for Year 1
England	14500 GBP for Year 1
Northern Ireland	14500 GBP for Year 1
Scotland	14500 GBP for Year 1
Wales	14500 GBP for Year 1
International	26500 GBP for Year 1