Study Finance, Accounting and Risk
Career-focused degrees
With close links to employers, key players and accrediting bodies within the sector, our teaching in accountancy, finance, investment and risk management is founded on a commitment to research and cutting-edge, contemporary and impartial information.
Our range of accreditations includes ACCA, Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), Institute of Risk Management (IRM) and British Institute of Recruiters (IOR).
A great place to learn
![Accountancy](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0029/67592/varieties/medium.jpg)
Accountancy
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | N400 |
Study accounting, financial management, tax and auditing at degree level. You can become an accountant in blue chip firms and financial organisations, working with facts and figures and being meticulous in your work.
![Accountancy Pathway](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0024/64239/varieties/medium.jpg)
Accountancy Pathway
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Aug 24 | Multiple Locations | N410 |
Begin your degree at college and achieve an HND in two years. If you are passionate about being a logical thinker and working with facts and figures, you can become an accountant. Study accounting, financial management, tax and auditing.
![Accounting, Finance and Regulation](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0018/7560/varieties/medium.jpg)
Accounting, Finance and Regulation
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
1 Year | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Strong financial management is vital to all organisations and the role of the accounting professional is complex and varied. You'll develop a deeper academic and professional knowledge and understanding of the key challenges facing the profession.
View 4 other study options
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSc (Professional practice) | Full Time | 2 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSc | Full Time | 16 Months | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSc (Professional practice) | Full Time | 2 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSc (Fast-track) | Full Time | 8 Months | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
![Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0012/7401/varieties/medium.jpg)
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|
Part Time |
3 Years | Feb 24 | Glasgow |
Study for this globally recognised accountancy qualification to gain a badge of excellence and enhance your career in a wide range of fields.
![Finance, Investment and Risk](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0022/7609/varieties/medium.jpg)
Finance, Investment and Risk
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | N390 |
Become a financial expert and put your analytical and problem solving skills to the test. Study personal finance, corporate finance, investment, banking, international finance and risk at degree level.
![Finance, Investment and Risk Pathway](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0022/7609/varieties/medium.jpg)
Finance, Investment and Risk Pathway
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Aug 24 | Multiple Locations | N391 |
Study an HND at college for two years and progress to Year 3 of this degree. Study personal finance, corporate finance, investment, banking, international finance and risk at degree level. Enjoy a career as a financial expert and analyst.
![Financial Technology](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0028/7885/varieties/medium.jpg)
Financial Technology
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|
Part-time |
1 year | Sep 24 | London |
Prepare for a career in banking and finance by studying a master's offering an emphasis in technologies and data management.
![Financial Technology](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0028/7885/varieties/medium.jpg)
Financial Technology
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
12 Months | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Prepare for a career in banking and finance by studying a master's offering an emphasis in technologies and data management.
![Graduate Apprenticeship Master of Accountancy](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0021/161454/varieties/medium.jpg)
Graduate Apprenticeship Master of Accountancy
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|
Blended Learning |
5 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Become a Chartered Accountant with ACCA qualification in only five years with the professionally orientated MAcc Accountancy Graduate Apprenticeship.
![International Banking and Finance](https://www.gcu.ac.uk/__data/assets/image/0020/7517/varieties/medium.jpg)
International Banking and Finance
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
1 Year | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Accelerate your professional career in commercial and corporate banking and the finance, insurance and investment industries. Learn how to apply financial theories to the real world, with the help of academic and industry experts.
Next steps
Open Days
Visit us to explore our campus, courses, and facilities, and to experience life at GCU firsthand during our university open days. Connect with peers, take a campus and accommodation tour, and gain insights from our staff and students about studying with us.
Learn moreScholarships and funding
Discover a range of financial help available to students, including funded scholarships, bursaries, tuition fee reductions and loyalty rewards.
Learn moreAsk a student
When it comes to finding out about life at Glasgow Caledonian University there's no one better to ask than our friendly students.
Learn more