Overview

The MSc Accounting course offered at The University of Manchester will help you develop an in-depth understanding of the theory and practice of accounting as well as your critical thinking. You will be introduced to different aspects of accounting research, and provided guidance in conducting the research.

Career opportunities

This course will help to enhance your abilities, skills and knowledge. It will prepare your for a career with top firms in the accountancy profession. In addition, if you have overseas professional accounting qualifications, successful completion of the course can boost your career.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Qualitative Research Methods

Quantitative Research Methods in Accounting

Elements of Market Based Accounting Research

Financial Statement Analysis

International Accounting Practice and Regulation

Corporate Governance in an Accounting Context

Assurance and Credible Corporate Reporting

Elements of Market Based Accounting Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-05 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom
Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

We require a First or Upper Second class honours degree (2:1, with 60% average) from a UK university or the overseas equivalent.

You need a degree in accounting or overseas equivalent. Excellent results in accounting subjects are preferable, although a relevant and advanced UK professional accounting qualification (or overseas equivalent) will also be considered

You need to demonstrate a very strong background in accounting throughout your degree, and a final year major or specialisation in accounting will also be considered.

We highly recommend GMAT or GRE and anticipate a well-balanced score with a strong performance in the quantitative sections.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36000 GBP / year

≈ 36000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

21500 GBP / year

≈ 21500 GBP / year

Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Living costs

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