Accounting Finance & Analytics

Course Structure

The programme offers the opportunity to pursue appropriately advanced studies in accounting, finance and analytics, equipping students for careers in financial institutions, management consulting, and industry or the public sector.



In the first semester, students take the following four modules:

International Financial Accounting and Reporting

Contemporary Research Methods and Analysis

Corporate Finance

Business Technologies and Analytics



In the second semester, students take additional four modules:

Management Accounting for Decision Makers

Accounting for Sustainability

Advanced Business Technologies and Analytics

Money and Banking OR International Finance (Choose one)



In the third semester, students choose either a traditional Dissertation or Audit, Ethics and Capstone Project.



The modules included in the programme aim to develop capacities of critical thinking, logical reasoning and the ability to communicate, orally and in writing, on topics in accounting and finance.



The contents provided during the programme will also be useful to those who wish to pursue PhD studies in accounting and finance.

Core Modules

Dissertation - MSc Accounting & Finance (60 credits)

International Financial Accounting and Reporting (15 credits)

Contemporary Research Methods and Analysis (15 credits)

Management Accounting for Decision Makers (15 credits)

Corporate Finance (15 credits)

Audit, Ethics and Capstone Project (60 credits)

Business Technologies and Analytics (15 credits)

Accounting for Sustainability (15 credits)

Advanced Business Technologies and Analytics (15 credits)



Optional Modules

International Finance (15 credits)

Money and Banking (15 credits)

Entrance requirements



Graduate

A 2.2 Honours degree in Accounting and/or Finance or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University,



or



A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in Economics or Mathematics with a minimum of two relevant subjects from the core accounting subject list (as shown below) at a pass mark or international equivalent,



or



A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in Business, Commerce, Management, Law, or any other discipline with a minimum of five relevant subjects (as shown below) at a pass mark or international equivalent. At least two of these five must be from the core accounting subjects.



List of accepted subjects



• Core accounting subjects: Financial Accounting/Financial Reporting, Management/Cost Accounting, Finance/Financial Management, Auditing, Introduction to Accounting, Principles of Accounting, Advanced Accounting, Accounting Fundamentals, Corporate Accounting, Practical Accounting, Accounting for Managerial Decisions



• Other relevant subjects: Investment Analysis, Investment Management, Micro Economics, Macro Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Financial Services, Financial Analysis, Financial Markets and Operations, Financial Services



International Students

Our country/region pages include information on entry requirements, tuition fees, scholarships, student profiles, upcoming events and contacts for your country/region at https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/international-students/your-country/



English Language Requirements

Evidence of an IELTS* score of 7.0, with not less than 6.0 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required (*taken within the last 2 years).



International students wishing to apply to Queen's University Belfast (and for whom English is not their first language), must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study or research. Non-EEA nationals must also satisfy UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) immigration requirements for English language for visa purposes.



For more information on English Language requirements for EEA and non-EEA nationals see: www.qub.ac.uk/EnglishLanguageReqs.



If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this degree programme, INTO Queen's University Belfast offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for admission to this degree.

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and ideally no later than 14th August 2026 for courses which commence in late September. In the event that any programme receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close the application portal prior to the deadline stated on course finder. Notifications to this effect will appear on the application portal against the programme application page.



Please note: international applicants will be required to pay a deposit to secure a place on this course.

1 year full-time.

Entry Year: Academic Year 2026/27

Career Prospects

Introduction

This Masters programme provides the basis for both profession- and research-orientated careers, as well as skills and knowledge required to progress into management careers in the accounting and financial services. It opens a wide range of career opportunities in banking, accounting and auditing, government, corporate finance, investment analysis and academia.



For further opportunities to enhance your studies and career prospects please see the school website.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/queens-business-school/student-opportunities/



Employment after the Course

Graduate prospects from the MSc Accounting, Finance and Analytics are promising. Queen’s is ranked third in the UK for Graduate Prospects in Accounting and Finance (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024). Graduates from this programme’s predecessor (MSc Accounting and Finance) have secured roles with employers such as Bank of China, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, Allstate, and many others. Typical graduate roles include chartered and certified accountants, consultants, auditors and finance professionals.

https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/sgc/careers/