Course Summary
Course Category: Northern Ireland (UU & CAFRE) - Apply through UCAS
BSc (Hons) Accounting with Education offers you the opportunity to take Accounting as a Major subject with Education as a Minor subject. By studying Accounting as a major you will develop skills in financial accounting, management accounting, digital accounting, analytics and audit. By studying Education as a minor, you will develop skills on contemporary educational issues, inclusive educational practices and learning and teaching with technology. If you are interested in developing a career in accounting with a strong educational focus, then BSc (Hons) Accounting with Education is the course for you.
This innovative undergraduate degree offers a unique blend of accounting knowledge and educational expertise. The BSc Hons Accounting with Education meets the needs of those wishing to pursue a career in accounting as a major with an interest in education as a minor subject. Studying accounting with education offers a unique and valuable skill set that prepares individuals to educate, train and mentor while excelling in the world of accounting.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
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Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff Points: 112
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UCAS Grades:
Leaving Cert entry requirements:
English at O4/H6 and Maths at O3/H5
QQI entry requirements
2 Distinctions; 6 MeritsDisclaimer: Details subject to change - If this is a course you are considering applying for you should check on the Colleges' website to ensure you have the latest entry requirements information.
Leaving Cert Grades and UCAS Points
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QQI / FET Links
Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
Details of the QQI scoring system and a points calculator can be found HERE
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Career Progression
With this degree you could become: Trainee Accountant; Auditor; Accounting Educator; Training and Development Specialist.
