Master in BA Honours Accounting and Finance

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027; tuition fees for Master in BA Honours Accounting and Finance are 18,900 GBP per year.

Sheffield Business School is a globally recognised institution, ranked in the top 6% worldwide for excellence in teaching and research. This programme is designed to cultivate the next generation of accounting and finance specialists by integrating rigorous academic theory with cutting-edge industry technology. Students benefit from a learning environment that is both intellectually challenging and deeply practical, ensuring that graduates are not only technically proficient but also highly employable in a competitive global market.

Professional Accreditation and Industry Integration

The degree is extensively accredited by major professional bodies, including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). This provides a distinct advantage, potentially accelerating your path to chartered status. Beyond the classroom, students engage in live projects with real-world clients—such as Marks and Spencer and Costa Coffee—and have the opportunity to undertake an extended placement year with prestigious organisations like IBM, AstraZeneca, and the NHS, ensuring they graduate with a professional edge.

Sheffield Hallam University, established in 1843 and based in Sheffield, is a large modern university serving around 31,000 students, including approximately 3,100 international learners. The university is known for applied teaching, industry-aligned courses and strong professional links across disciplines from business and health to engineering and the creative industries. Students benefit from modern facilities, well-equipped labs and specialist studios tailored to career-focused learning.

The campus ethos emphasizes employability: placements, work-based projects and employer partnerships are embedded across many programs, helping students gain practical experience and build professional networks. Academic staff work closely with industry and regional employers on applied research and innovation, creating pathways into internships and graduate roles. Dedicated student support services assist with academic skills, careers advice and wellbeing.

Sheffield itself is a friendly, affordable student city with good transport links to the north of England and easy access to green spaces and cultural venues. International students often highlight the city’s welcoming community, active student societies and opportunities to balance study with outdoor activities. For those seeking a practical, career-oriented university experience in the UK, Sheffield Hallam offers strong employer engagement, supportive services and an accessible urban lifestyle.