Overview 

The University of Surrey Bachelor of Science (Accounting and Finance) establishes the mathematical, analytical, and commercial principles essential for studying financial disciplines. The curriculum provides a clear understanding of financial markets, economic concepts, and core accounting practices. Acquiring this rigorous academic foundation and quantitative capability is vital for evaluating corporate performance, navigating regulatory frameworks, and making informed financial decisions across commercial sectors.

What You'll Learn

• Core techniques in double-entry bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, and recording transactions

• Basic principles of management accounting, costing methods, and internal budgeting

• Key economic concepts, including market behavior, interest rates, and monetary systems

• Quantitative methods for business, financial mathematics, and statistical analysis

• Professional ethics, corporate governance frameworks, and regulatory standards in finance

Learning Outcomes 

Students will learn to prepare and interpret basic financial statements for various organizational structures, while applying quantitative techniques and financial formulas to solve introductory business problems. Additionally, they will analyze the impact of economic trends and market conditions on corporate decision-making, as well as utilize management accounting data to evaluate business performance and cost structures and formulate clear financial summaries using professional reporting standards and academic evidence.