Acting HoD AFE

Accountancy & Finance - UH-000280

The University’s policy for Admission is outlined in Section 1 of the Regulations for Awards Handbook (<a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/policies/registry/awards-taught/</a>). In addition to the standard University requirements candidates could be from a variety of backgrounds, encompassing NVQs, AVCEs (Advanced Vocational Certificate of Education), AS and A2 Levels, BTEC and those who have pursued professional accountancy qualifications in the past.  Applications from mature students would be welcomed and some evidence of recent study or relevant work experience would be sought.
A pass at GCSE at or above grade C (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English would normally be required although this could be waived where other evidence of students’ abilities in these areas exist.
Direct entry onto the second or final year of the programme would be possible for suitably qualified applicants.
Overseas applicants will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. This requirement will normally be met by a TOEFL score of 550, and IELTS score of 6, or equivalent.

Placement Module

BSS0001 - Placement Module

UH-000280 - Accountancy & Finance

Foundation Core

Foundation Optional

Foundation Level

Intermediate Core

Intermediate Optional

Intermediate Level

Honours Core

Honours Optional

Honours Level

Sandwich Year Out Optional

Sandwich Year Out

Structure

Different professional accountancy bodies have differing requirements to obtain exemptions:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants( ACCA) recognises the module pass mark set by the university. Exemptions are not awarded on the basis of a condoned pass.
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) requires that each module has a pass mark of at least 40% and that compensation for elements of asssessment within units is limited to 35% in the failed element.
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) require a minimum mark of 50% in all modules.
The above requirements apply to modules relevant to the professional bodies exempting papers/credit.Further details can be found in the Course Handbook and on the Course Unilearn site.

Certificate of Higher Education

Diploma of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts

Work effectively to given objectives and deadlines. (F/I/H)

Take responsibility for, and reflect upon, one’s own learning abilities and personal development. (F/I/H)

Broaden the contextual understanding of accounting through the study of appropriate options. (I/H)

Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of specific areas and developments in the field of accountancy and finance. (H)

Demonstrate a sound understanding of the principles and practice of accountancy and finance, and an ability to apply those principles more widely. (I)

Identify the users of financial information, from within and without organisations, and prepare financial statements and other reports suitable for presentation thereto. (F/I/H)

Demonstrate an ability to critically assess alternative theories and approaches in relation to accountancy and finance. (H)

Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic concepts of accountancy and legal and business frameworks. (F)

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. (F/I/H)

Demonstrate an understanding of the behavioural, management and organisational contexts within which accountancy operates. (I)

Be able to work with others towards identifiable targets. (F/I/H)

Evaluate the appropriateness of different sources of information and different approaches to solving problems. (I/H)

Critically analyse and evaluate academic literature, evidence, arguments and assumptions; in order to reach sound judgements and communicate effectively appropriate and effective proposed courses of action. (H)

Identify, collect and work with information provided in numerical or statistical form. (F/I/H)

Demonstrate a sound understanding of the role of information technology and information systems within organisations. (I)

Be able to access, prepare, process and present information using information technology and standard software packages. (F/I)

Professional and Statutory Bodies: The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) ,The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA),The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) and the Association of International Accountants (AIA)have also reviewed the course documentation and have awarded significant levels of exemption against their professional examinations (the maximum possible for ACCA).

UH-000280

Full details of the methods for evaluating and improving the quality and standards of learning and teaching can be found in the University of Huddersfield’s Quality Assurance Procedures for Taught Courses handbook.  This can be viewed online at:
<a href="https://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/qa/">https://www.hud.ac.uk/registry/regulationsandpolicies/qa/</a>
Further information about the University of Huddersfield can be found on the website: <a href="http://www.hud.ac.uk">www.hud.ac.uk</a>

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<li>Course Handbook, updated annually, which gives all relevant information about the course, and included the key regulations and advice on the presentation of written work.</li>
<li>Module Handbook and a Brightspace presence for each taught module.</li>
<li>Induction programme for new students.</li>
<li>Year and Personal Tutors</li>
<li>All students have access to PDP through regular meetings with their Personal Tutors and the modules.</li>
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The course will make any necessary adjustments to ensure that disabled students receive fair and equal treatment.