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Accounting A Level

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In an age of global business, financial competency is of great importance. This course should appeal to students who enjoy working with numerical data, take pleasure in problem solving and have an interest in Business and Finance or Accounting. You will be able to analyse, interpret and evaluate accounting information and apply this to a range of accounting problems.

This course will introduce and develop financial and management accounting. Across the units studied you will:

  • Learn the fundamentals of record-keeping and the purposes, techniques and consequences of effective financial accounting.
  • Consider how financial accounting helps in the measuring, monitoring and planning of successful business operations.
  • Study business ownership, control, profitability, performance and budgeting.

This subject can open up a world of opportunities in careers or further study in the business and finance sectors. You will be provided with the skills and grounding knowledge required to study professional qualifications such as AAT, ACCA, ACA, CIMA or CIOT. You will be provided with numerous networking opportunities with local and national accountancy businesses, opening doors to your future career.

Entry Requirements

Standard entry requirements, plus: 

  • Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics
  • Grade 5 in either English Literature or Language, and another written based subject such as History, Geography or Sociology

Can I take additional qualifications?

If you choose to study Accounting, you will usually take it alongside two other A levels or V Levels.

How will I be assessed?

100% written AQA examination. You will sit two exams at the end of the second year.

What are the costs?

There are no charges to study on the course, however non-compulsory trips run as part of the course may incur a cost.

What is the duration?

A Level Accounting is a two year course.

What is the UCAS Points Tariff for this course?

A Level

Grade UCAS Points
A* 56
A 48
B 40
C 32
D 24
E 16

How do I apply?

Apply online