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PhD of Accounting and Finance
- London, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
An honours accounting degree recognised by the main Irish professional accountancy bodies.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Accounting and Finance can develop the ability to analyse organisational and market information
- Evaluate financial and operational decisions
- Communicate recommendations and consider responsible business practices. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Professional accountancy
- Accounting
- Banking
- Financial services
- Postgraduate study in accounting
- Finance or business
Curriculum
- Accounting is the main strand
- Studied alongside finance and economics. First year introduces accounting and finance fundamentals with no prior knowledge needed. The degree runs three years
- Or four with optional placement or Erasmus/study abroad.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Normally a first or upper second class honours degree from a recognised university; A typical applicant holds a relevant Master's with Merit or Distinction; A research proposal and English test are required; Requirements vary by school.
Accepted academic background
Honours degree (2:1) and relevant Master's; Professional experience and publications considered
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Typically includes Passport or identity document
- Academic transcripts
- Qualification certificates
- Language proficiency evidence
- Completed application materials
- Curriculum vitae
- Personal statement or statement of purpose
- Research proposal where applicable
- And academic references.
How to apply
- Check the research degree page for your school
- Entry requirements and the intake dates (January
- April
- September). Apply with the LSBU Online Application Form (up to two courses) and upload all supporting documents. Include a research proposal and evidence of qualifications and English. The International Admissions Team reviews the file and emails a decision
- Considering immigration history for a Student visa. Accept the offer and pay the deposit by the stated date. Receive the CAS
- Then apply for the UK Student visa with UKVI-compliant bank statements and a TB certificate if applicable. Attend International and University Welcome Week.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £17,820 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £13,365 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Southwark Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | LSBU Business School |
| Department | Accounting and Finance |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | LSBU lists international scholarships such as the Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award and the Global Success Scholarship (lsbu.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholarships). |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Jun 2027
228 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 30 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £17,820 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £13,365 GBP. The estimated living cost is £13,946 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0. An interview is required.