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41 Best Professional Accounting & Finance Bachelor's Universities in the United Kingdom 2026

This ranks UK universities offering Professional Accounting & Finance at bachelor's level in 2026. It is for applicants comparing where to study this subject before applying from abroad.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

41 universities · ranked best first

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UP University of Portsmouth logo

University of Portsmouth

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
2
UA University of Aberdeen logo

University of Aberdeen

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
4
AU Aston University logo

Aston University

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
6
UB University of Bolton logo

University of Bolton

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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UB University of Brighton logo

University of Brighton

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
10
UC University of Chester logo

University of Chester

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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CU Coventry University logo

Coventry University

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
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UE University of Essex logo

University of Essex

United Kingdom · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Professional Accounting & Finance?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Portsmouth, University of Aberdeen, American InterContinental University - London. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Professional Accounting & Finance cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Professional Accounting & Finance abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Professional Accounting & Finance at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Professional Accounting & Finance at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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At bachelor's level, this subject is an undergraduate route for applicants who want an early start in accounting and finance. It suits students who want a first degree rather than a diploma or a master's, and who are choosing a foundation for professional study or work.

These universities are all public. Some are in London or other major cities, while others are in places such as Portsmouth, Uxbridge, Bangor, Brighton, Chester, Newcastle and Swansea; city location can shape living costs and daily travel. Fees are not published for every option in the facts provided, so any applicant comparing costs should confirm tuition directly with the university.

Before applying, verify the tuition fee, entry requirements, course length, campus location, and the exact programme title you want. You should also confirm whether a placement year, professional accreditation, or international student support is included, because those details are specific to each university and are not available from the information provided.