Overview

On our Forensic Accounting course delivered at Sheffield Hallam University you’ll study a range of modules covering forensic and fraud examination, expert witnesses in criminal litigation, forensic accounting and digital applications. You’ll have access to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners' member resources, on a course taught by interdisciplinary lecturers from both the Sheffield Business School and Sheffield Institute of Law and Justice.

Key facts

This Forensic Accounting course at Sheffield Hallam University prepares you for a career in

auditing
forensic accounting
fraud examination
general accounting practices

On this course many of our teaching staff are research active and have industry experience. Through a combination of teaching methods you’ll develop in-depth knowledge and a range of skills. You’ll implement theories and techniques, problem-solving activities, research and teamwork – taking an active approach to your learning and self-development. The course starts by helping you develop a strong understanding in forensic accounting and associated practical skills relating to forensic accounting and counter fraud. You’ll develop your understanding of how and when to apply your subject knowledge – using appropriate techniques, technologies, project management practices and methodologies for problem-solving and research. We’ll further develop your understanding by introducing you to real-life case studies, business problem scenarios and projects. You’ll work independently and in small teams to identify solutions and produce reports, presentations and recommendations. These experiences will help prepare you for a career in banking and finance, all within a supportive learning environment.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Corporate Governance And Ethics
Cyber Crime
Electronic Crime
Financial Analysis
Forensic Accounting
Statistics And Data Modelling
The Expert Witness In Criminal Litigation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

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More details

Applicants from the UK can apply at any time. There are no deadlines for masters courses, but courses do fill up, so you might have to wait for the next entry

Language

English

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79

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally students must have an undergraduate degree in a relevant field.

You also need two appropriate references. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam.

Work experience

If you don-t have a degree you may be considered if you have at least five years- professional accounting experience.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18600 GBP / year

≈ 18600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10940 GBP / year

≈ 10940 GBP / year

Living costs

Sheffield

United Kingdom

555 - 977 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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