Taught course

Accounting and Finance

Institution
University of Birmingham Dubai · Department of Accounting and Finance
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

In order to be considered, applicants will have or should be expecting to achieve an Honours degree (2:1 or higher) or postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or overseas equivalent) in Accounting or a closely related subject.

Applicants must have achieved a pass mark at undergraduate level in Financial Accounting or Financial Reporting, AND Finance or Financial Management modules at an intermediate or advanced level. Additionally, applicants must have also achieved a pass mark at undergraduate level in two additional Accounting and Finance modules.
If the Honours degree is not in Accounting or a closely related subject but an applicant has obtained the required modules listed above, we can consider the application and will assess the academic transcript to ensure that the requirements have been met.
Applicants who demonstrate being able to exceed the minimum entry requirements will be given preference.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Invest in a global career and reshape the future with our MSc Accounting and Finance degree.

The programme is subject to UAE Ministry of Education accreditation.

The world of accounting and finance is fluid and ever-changing, with innovations and practice constantly evolving to deal with the major challenges the world is facing, locally and globally. To thrive in this industry, strong knowledge, intellectual imagination, integrity and up-to-date methods are essential. Our degree is designed to strengthen your existing knowledge, develop your skillset in accounting and finance for a sustainable business future, and prepare you for a successful global career.

Information for international students

Standard English language requirements apply (IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band).

IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing
Pearson Test of English (PTE) including online: PTE Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
Cambridge English (exams taken from 2015): Advanced – minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Dubai Contacts
Email
dubai@contacts.bham.ac.uk