GBSFinanceThe main difficulty comes from numbers, reports, accuracy and financial concepts.If small mistakes in reports, calculations or deadlines frustrate you, this route can feel demanding.

BSc (Hons) Accounting & Financial Management

Simple overview of this programme

This programme is for people who are interested in finance, accounts, reporting, budgeting and how money moves inside an organisation.

It is more structured and numbers-based than many general business programmes, so it can suit students who prefer a clearer professional direction.

Decision summary

Good fit for

people who are comfortable with numbers, reports, detail, accuracy and a clearer route toward finance or accounting support roles.

Poor fit for

people who avoid maths, spreadsheets, financial reports, deadlines and detailed checking.

Who this programme is for

You have experience in admin, finance, cashier work, sales or managing business income and expenses.

You are not afraid of numbers, reports, accuracy and details.

You can practise and review financial concepts outside class.

You want a route toward accounts, bookkeeping, payroll or finance support.

What jobs can this programme lead to?

Realistic starting roles:

Accounts Assistant

Finance Assistant

Payroll Assistant

Bookkeeping Support

Admin Finance Assistant

Growth path after experience:

Financial Accountant

Management Accountant

Auditor

Tax Advisor

Finance Manager

Important note: The degree alone does not guarantee a job, a management position or a specialist title. English level, work experience, practical skills and labour-market conditions all matter.

Key programme information

Duration4 years

Foundation YearYes

CitiesLondon, Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds

Start datesSeptember, January and June

Class scheduleweekends or evenings

Awarding bodyCanterbury Christ Church University

CollegeGBS

Timing and classes

The course runs for 4 years and includes a Foundation Year.

Weekend or evening classes can make the route realistic for working adults, but the exact timetable should be checked before choosing an intake.

How difficult is this programme?

The main difficulty comes from numbers, reports, accuracy and financial concepts.

If small mistakes in reports, calculations or deadlines frustrate you, this route can feel demanding.

What is the Foundation Year and how does it help?

The Foundation Year helps rebuild academic confidence and the basic study skills needed before entering the accounting and finance modules.

It is especially useful if you have been away from education for a long time.

Main advantage of this programme

Compared with many general business degrees, this programme offers a clearer professional direction.

Important points before choosing

For more specialised accounting or advisory roles, you may need professional qualifications, work experience and further training after the degree.

Do not choose it only because it sounds stable; choose it if you can handle accuracy, numbers and regular practice.