BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance
Programme Overview
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Accounting and Finance (Awarded by University of London)
- Duration: 3 years (Full-time)
- Location: BUV Campus, Ecopark, Hanoi
- Timetable: Students’ timetable will be sent to BUV students’ emails prior to the commencement date of each semester
Degree awarded by one of the most prestigious universities in the UK
Benefit of LSE’s academic expertise and the backing of the University of London
A rigorous programme analysing all modern approaches to accounting, finance and investment decision making
Extra entry option available through 1-year International Foundation Programme (IFP)
This BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree at BUV is awarded by the University of London – one of the oldest and largest universities in the UK, and is designed for students interested in careers in accounting, finance and corporate finance.
- Highly mathematical degree: The programme equips students with the required analytical tools and skills necessary for a career in accountancy or auditing, with rigorous modules analysing all modern approaches to accounting, finance and investment decision making.
- Professional qualification opportunities: A highly potential background for students intending to pursue professional qualifications from prestigious institutions such as ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) (UK and others), ICAEW (the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales), and so on.
- Globally recognised teaching quality: The programme is developed and its examinations are set and graded by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)* – a century-long world leader in economic thought and the practical applications of economic, business, and managerial theories and techniques.
- Powerful momentum for academic path: Students are exposed to opportunities to pursue a master’s degree at prestigious UK/USA universities.
*LSE is a College of the University of London and is responsible for the academic direction of the Economics, Management, Finance and Social Sciences (EMFSS) programmes available as University of London International Programmes. This means that LSE academics and administrative staff develop syllabuses, write subject guides, develop online learning opportunities and materials, advise teaching institutions and prepare and mark examinations.
Course Structure 
Year 1
Year 1 Introduction to Economics
Mathematics 1 (½ unit)
Statistics 1 (½ unit)
Principles of Accounting
Year 2 
Year 3 © University of London
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Programme Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
• Communicate knowledge and understanding of several of the major contexts within which accounting operates, based on a critical evaluation of related theoretical and conceptual frameworks and of empirical evidence as to its effects;
• Communicate knowledge and understanding of, and appropriate ability to use and critically evaluate, current and major alternative technical languages and practices of accounting, together with appropriate ability to apply them;
• Record and summarise financial data and prepare financial statements;
• Manipulate financial and other numerical data and appropriate understanding of and ability to apply mathematical and statistical concepts;
• Communicate and apply knowledge and understanding of the principles of business information systems management at an appropriate level;
• Analyse business activities and perform financial analyses and projections in appropriate contexts of planning, decision making and control at an appropriate level; and to recognise the limitations of these techniques;
• Communicate knowledge and understanding of financial management, risk, and the operation of financial markets at appropriate level, based on critical evaluation of theories and empirical evidence.
Intellectual and cognitive skills
• Locate, extract, analyse and draw reasoned conclusions from multiple sources (including electronic sources) of appropriate literature and relevant data and acknowledge and reference sources appropriately;
• Critically analyse arguments;
• Assimilate and lucidly evaluate alternative views.
Transferable skills
• Communicate effectively in a written context;
• Use information technology (spreadsheets, word-processing and online databases) appropriately;
• Organise information, and to assimilate and evaluate competing arguments;
• Manage their own learning, including working effectively to deadlines;
• Be open minded and have a capacity to handle ideas and scrutinise information in critical, evaluative, and analytical ways.
Exit qualifications
• Have the essential introduction to that subject;
• Demonstrate an understanding on the concepts and principles related to their area of study; and
• Be able to communicate ideas and findings in a reliable and structured way.
Students exiting with a Diploma of Higher Education would, in addition, expect to:
• Develop a greater understanding and a sophistication of thinking as they work through the courses;
• Build on their existing knowledge to approach the concepts and principles from a wider context;
• Be at a stage where they will have obtained qualities and skills necessary for employment and further study in the area.
Employability
BSc Accounting and Finance graduates may particularly consider the following areas:
- Accounting professions
- Investment banking
- Management consultancy
- Financial management
- Investment analysis and management
They will have a sound basis for careers in a wide range of areas from major corporations to small businesses, government organisations, the voluntary sector, international organisations and the media.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Aged 17 or over. One of the following qualifications:
- Complete IFP programme
- Complete A level or IB with good grade of one of the following:
- Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma: comparable to UK GCSE/IGCSE grade A – C / 9 – 4 provided grade 5 – 10 is achieved on a subject for subject basis in final year of schooling (with the exception of English Language)
- Mathematics to UK GCSE/IGCSE Level (Grade C) or equivalent
English Language Requirements
One of the following:
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A proficiency test passed within the last 3 years:
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(IELTS) International English Language Testing System: 6 overall, with 5.5 in each sub-test (Academic or General or IELTS Indicator Online Test)
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Pearson Test of English, Academic: 54 overall, with 54 in Reading and Writing elements
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(TOEFL) iBT Test of English as a Foreign Language (including Special Home Edition test): 87 overall, with 21+ in Reading and Writing sub-tests and 19+ in Speaking and Listening sub-tests
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- An award within the past 3 years: International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE): English as a Second Language (grade C)
Fees & Financial Aid
Fees
Tuition fee information for students enrolling from January 2024:
| Tuition Fee | Other Fees* | Total Fee | |
| UoL International Foundation Programme | VND 107,280,000 | VND 102,128,000 | VND 209,408,000 |
| Degree** | VND 721,668,000 | VND 402,359,000 | VND 1,124,027,000 |
* Other fees include Education Resource Fee, Student Affairs Fee and University of London Fee
** Listed fee covers the full programme
Financial Aid
The British University Vietnam (BUV) scholarship fund was established in 2018 with the goal of giving students the opportunity to study UK undergraduate and graduate programmes in an international learning environment. With an aim to improve and increase accessibility to high-quality education, BUV has officially launched the fund valued at 150 billion VND in 2024 with hundreds of scholarships and financial aid made available.
You can visit our Scholarship page to find out more and check your eligibility.
