Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Interpret financial statements and business performance.
- Apply accounting and finance methods to practical decisions.
- Develop numerical, analytical and professional judgement.
University of Sunderland · Sunderland
BA (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management (Top-Up)
A one-year final-year top-up for HND holders, covering advanced accounting, financial management and analysis. Lets diploma graduates complete a full UK honours degree. The programme develops financial reporting, management accounting, corporate finance and analytical decision-making. As a top-up route, it is intended for students who already hold relevant prior higher-education credit and want to complete an honours-level award.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Accountant
- Financial analyst
- Audit associate
- Finance manager
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- Successful completion of an HND (e.g. BTEC HND in Finance or Business and Management) or equivalent
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- We’ll check your qualifications against this course for you.
- English (IELTS)
- Ask us — alternatives to IELTS may be accepted.
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Sunderland.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on sunderland.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Sunderland before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.