What is Accounting ?
Accounting is one of the backbones of the modern world, and the backbone of business. Behind every successful company is a skilled accountant – who understands how to use their knowledge of finance, mathematics, statistics, and economics to grow a business.
Accounting is a highly specialised subject, but is about much more than just numbers. It looks specifically at the daily flow of money in and out of a business, keeping an eye on the balance and avoiding any future challenges.
As one of the oldest and safest professions, often referred to as a ‘job for life’, a degree in accountancy will certain give you a wide variety of career options once you graduate.
Accounting course entry requirements
As you would expect, maths is the most useful subject to have when you’re applying for an accounting degree. But the good news is that most universities are flexible. Economics, statistics, finance, and business are all useful subjects too, as is displaying the right type of interests and talents in your other subjects.
For example, you might want to focus on the analytical elements of geography, or the entrepreneurial modules in your marketing qualification. You can also approach your application by showing your soft skills – like attention to detail, technical proficiency, and critical thinking. Try to demonstrate these in your personal and professional experience.
A levels – Entry requirements range from CCC to AAB, with the universities and colleges most commonly asking for BBB.
Scottish Highers – Entry requirements for Highers (the most common qualification) range from BBBC to AAABB, with universities or colleges most frequently requiring AAABB. Occasionally, universities ask for Advanced Highers to supplement Highers. If Advanced Highers are requested, universities or colleges typically ask for AAB.
Vocational courses – Other Level 3/Level 6 qualifications (e.g. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma, or an SCQF Level 6) may be accepted as an alternative to A levels/Highers by some providers. It’s essential that you check alternative entry requirements with universities or colleges.