BA (Hons) (with foundation and placement)

Accounting and Finance (with Foundation Year)

Learn more about studying Accounting and Finance (with Foundation Year) as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    17,000GBP
  • Start date
    Sep

Program overview

What Teesside University says about their program:

Develop a detailed knowledge of accounting and finance and a global outlook with strong leadership capability. Alongside core areas of accounting, you focus on emerging technology, digital skills, governance, ethics, sustainability, employability and finance. Graduate with the skills and expertise to move into roles such as accountant, data analyst, tax adviser or purchasing manager, and the confidence to progress to more senior and strategic roles. Through our connections with industry, we ensure you are familiar with the latest trends and the impact of digital and AI on business and society.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school degree or equivalent

Postgraduate academic requirements

For entry to postgraduate certificates (PgCert), postgraduate diplomas (PgDip), or a master's degree you normally need one of the following:

  • a good honours degree (at least a 2.2) in a subject related to the field of study
  • a post-experience or professional qualification
  • equivalent qualifications (including international qualifications).

English proficiency

Undergraduate requirements

Fine Art, Design, Media Production, Engineering, Science, Computing, Media Studies, Journalism:

  • IELTS

    5.5

  • PTE

    59

  • Cambridge English scale

    162

Business, English, History, Sport, Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Youth Studies, Education, Law, Crime & Investigation:

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • PTE

    59

  • Cambridge English scale

    169

Postgraduate requirements

Art and Design, Business (except MBA and HRM), Computing, Sport, Engineering, Science, TV Production, Journalism, Multimedia Public Relations, Mass Communications:

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • PTE

    59

  • Cambridge English scale

    169

MBA, Education, English, Law (LLM), History, Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Youth Studies, Criminal Investigation, Human Resource Management, DBA:

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • PTE

    62

  • Cambridge English scale

    176

Health (For undergraduate and postgraduate programs):

  • IELTS

    7.0

  • PTE

    66

  • Cambridge English scale

    185

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Translations
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Passport identification page
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose (if needed)
  • Proof of language proficiency

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Translations
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Passport identification page
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose (if applicable)
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • CV (if applicable)
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    £15,000 per year

  • Postgraduate diploma

    £14,250 per year

  • Postgraduate taught degree (one year)

    £15,000 per year

  • Postgraduate taught degree (two years)

    £9,000 per year

  • Integrated master's final year

    £15,000 per year

Some specific programs have different tuition fees.

Funding

Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships

Vice Chancellor's Scholarship

  • Amount

    There are up to 30 Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships available, of £5,000 each, allocated as a fee waiver in the first year of study.

  • Requirements

    For outstanding students who can demonstrate their skills and commitment to becoming future global leaders. For students intending to study an international fee-paying undergraduate degree level course, enrolling for the first time at Teesside University. Submit an application for consideration.

International Scholarship

  • Amount

    £2,500 as a fee waiver for your first full academic year of undergraduate study, or for the overall fees owed for one or two-year postgraduate students. This scholarship is guaranteed for international students joining Teesside University London in January 2026.

  • Requirements

    Be a full-time, first year, international undergraduate or postgraduate student at Teesside University London. Must be an international fee payer at Teesside University London and studying on campus in London. Not available to EU students, students on pathway/foundation programs at Teesside University International Study Centre, or students studying courses outside the UK.

International Development Scholarship

  • Amount

    The Scholarship value is £3,000 in your first full academic year of study

  • Requirements

    A full-time sponsored or self-funding student, paying international fees. Applying from one of the following countries or regions: Nepal, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Morocco, Turkey, Iraq, Iran, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Ukraine, any EU member country, an international student applying to Teesside University from a UK-based private school.

Deans' International Scholarships

  • Amount

    A Scholarship of £3,000 is allocated as a fee waiver in your first full academic year of study

  • Requirements

    On a foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate program in the School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Law or in the School of Arts & Creative Industries, applying to study at Teesside for the first time. A full-time sponsored or self-funding student, paying international fees.

Global Excellence Scholarships

  • Amount

    The Scholarship value is £2,000 in your first full academic year of study

  • Requirements

    On a foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate program, applying to study at Teesside for the first time. Excludes students on pathway/foundation programs at Teesside University International Study Centre, however you may be considered for this scholarship on progression to a full degree program at Teesside University. A full-time sponsored or self-funding student, paying international fees.

British Council GREAT Scholarships

  • Amount

    Worth up to £10,000

  • Requirements

    For students from Turkey, Malaysia and Indonesia. Applications are open until 30 April 2023. Candidates will be automatically considered for this scholarship. A full-time sponsored or self-funding student, paying international fees.

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What is the cost of living near Teesside University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect UK-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£1,015Range: £635 to £2,317
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£824Range: £600 to £1,709
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£242Range: £150 to £425
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£32Range: £25 to £43
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£13Range: £9 to £30
Monthly public transport pass£75Range: £50 to £200
Monthly grocery basket£250Range: £180 to £350
Coffee shop drink£4Range: £3 to £5
Cinema or cultural event ticket£10Range: £8 to £15
Gym membership£35Range: £20 to £60

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Teesside University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.