Advanced Accounting with Placement
A four-year integrated programme combining undergraduate and master’s-level accounting study with a professional work placement.
Best for:Best for students aiming to pursue a career in professional accounting with a master’s-level qualification and practical industry experience.
Overview
The MAcc Advanced Accounting with Placement at Queen’s University Belfast is a four-year integrated programme designed for students seeking a master’s-level qualification in accounting while gaining practical industry experience. This course merges undergraduate and postgraduate study, culminating in a master’s degree and a professional placement year. It is ideal for those aiming to enter the accounting profession with both academic expertise and real-world experience. The programme ensures students meet the academic requirements for professional accountancy bodies while developing essential skills through hands-on work in the field.
What you'll do
- Complete a four-year integrated programme combining undergraduate and master’s-level accounting study.
- Engage in a professional placement year to gain practical industry experience.
- Develop expertise in financial reporting, auditing, taxation, and corporate finance.
- Meet academic requirements for professional accountancy body qualifications.
- Participate in coursework, exams, and assessments at both undergraduate and master’s levels.
- Apply theoretical knowledge in real-world accounting scenarios during the placement year.
Requirements
Degree required: Irish Leaving Certificate with H2H3H3H3H3H3 in five subjects, including Ordinary Level grade O3 in Mathematics if not offered at Higher Level. Junior Certificate profile of 4A/4 Distinctions and 2B/2 Higher Merit grades is also considered.
Degree offered: MAcc (Master of Accountancy)
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for international students)
Instruction: English
- Strong proficiency in mathematics
- Ability to meet academic entry requirements for professional accountancy bodies
- Commitment to completing a four-year integrated programme
- Irish Leaving Certificate requirements must be met.
- Junior Certificate performance is considered in the admissions process.
- Subject-specific entry requirements must be satisfied.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-01-13 (Europe/Dublin)
Applications should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Full instructions and details are available on the UCAS website. The advisory closing date for applications is January 13, 2027. Applications from UK and EU (Republic of Ireland) students after this date are considered until June 30, 2027, subject to availability. International and EU (Other) students are considered until June 30, 2027.
- UCAS application form
- Irish Leaving Certificate results (if applicable)
- Junior Certificate results (if applicable)
- Proof of mathematics proficiency
Contact
Queen's University Belfast Admissions· Admissions Office
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