BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance & Economics

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance & Economics program from Liverpool Hope University have a wide array of career opportunities in various sectors.

Financial Analyst: Graduates can pursue careers as financial analysts, where they analyze financial data, evaluate investment opportunities, and provide recommendations to investors or financial institutions. They may work in banks, investment firms, or corporate finance departments.

Accountant: Graduates may pursue careers as accountants, handling financial records, preparing tax returns, and providing financial advice to individuals or organizations. They may work in public accounting firms, corporations, government agencies, or nonprofit organizations.

Investment Banker: Graduates can work as investment bankers, facilitating mergers and acquisitions, underwriting securities, and providing financial advisory services to corporations, governments, or institutional investors. They may work in investment banks, brokerage firms, or private equity companies.

Financial Planner: Graduates may pursue careers as financial planners, helping individuals or families manage their finances, plan for retirement, and achieve their financial goals. They may work independently or for financial planning firms, insurance companies, or wealth management firms.

Economic Analyst: Graduates can work as economic analysts, where they analyze economic data, forecast trends, and evaluate the impact of economic policies or events on businesses or industries. They may work for government agencies, research institutions, or consulting firms.

Risk Analyst: Graduates may pursue careers as risk analysts, assessing financial risks, developing risk management strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations in financial institutions or corporate risk management departments.

Management Consultant: Graduates can work as management consultants, providing advice to businesses on strategic planning, organizational restructuring, and performance improvement. They may work for consulting firms or as independent consultants.

Auditor: Graduates may work as auditors, examining financial statements, assessing internal controls, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. They may work for public accounting firms, government agencies, or internal audit departments in corporations.

Data Analyst: Graduates with strong analytical skills may pursue careers as data analysts, where they analyze large datasets, extract insights, and make data-driven recommendations to businesses or organizations. They may work in various industries, including finance, marketing, or healthcare.

Entrepreneur: Graduates may start their own businesses or ventures, leveraging their knowledge of accounting, finance, and economics to launch successful enterprises or startups in industries such as finance, consulting, or technology.