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Accounting - Advanced

Ulster University - Belfast

Course code
Level
Award
Degree - Masters at UK Level 7
Classification
Awarding body
Ulster University
Duration
Over the course of one academic year, lectures and seminars are scheduled during the University working day, and typically spread over three/four days per week during each semester. Typically 15-18 contact hours per week with the remainder of the time allocated to independent study.

Programme summary

Popular postgraduate programme for high calibre accounting graduates which provides full CAP2 exemptions from CAI and excellent employment prospects.

Entry requirements

Entrants will normally possess a good second class Honours degree (currently 2.1) in an accounting discipline and must also be exempt from all CAP1 subjectsof Chartered Accountants Ireland. Students who have successfully completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (currently with commendation) and gained full CAP1 exemptions are also invited to apply. English language competence: minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent. Prior to admission to this course, students must provide the University with a certificate of exemption from Chartered Accountants Ireland. Exemption Application Forms are available at www.charteredaccountants.ie and the deadline for applications is 31 July. English Language Requirements English language requirements for international applicants The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes. Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.

  • For English language requirements go to: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/global/apply/english-language-requirements
  • For Your country go to: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/global/apply/country Exemptions and transferability This programme grants successful graduates exemptions from all CAP 2 level subjects of Chartered Accountants Ireland permits students to progress directly to the final admitting examinations (FAE) of Chartered Accountants Ireland.

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