Studying our combined degree of Accounting and Economics (Industry) gives you the opportunity to learn in two of the country’s leading departments. You’ll gain an understanding of Economics while taking an Accountancy course that is accredited by all the major British accountancy bodies and provides exemptions from some core professional examinations. You’ll study the core elements of Economics as well as the key areas in Accounting and Finance, such as analysis and the preparation of information for reporting requirements. You will begin your degree with modules including an Introduction to Accounting and Finance, and the Principles of Economics. In your second you will study subjects such as the Principles of Financial Accounting; Accounting Information Systems, and Auditing and the Principles of Finance. You will then spend your third year undertaking an industrial placement before returning to Lancaster for your fourth year where you will chose from modules such as Corporate Finance, Bond Markets and Investments.

Your degree in Accounting and Economics will equip you with the skills required to move directly into a career in accountancy and many Lancaster graduates have taken up training contracts with major accounting firms. The degree will also develop your interdisciplinary knowledge and understanding which will prepare you equally well for a variety of careers in business. The wide range of analytical skills and organisational expertise gained throughout this degree has helped previous graduates find roles in organisations such as the Bank of England, the Civil Service, management consultancies and major national and international companies.