Accounting and Finance (SII DUFE) BSc (Hons) - 2022/3
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 6
Final award and programme/pathway title
BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance (SII DUFE)
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| Ord | Accounting and Finance (SII DUFE) |
| DipHE | Accounting and Finance (SII DUFE) |
| CertHE | Accounting and Finance (SII DUFE) |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | UKA10070 | 360 credits and 180 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences - Surrey Business School
Programme Leader
HAN Liang (SII DUFE)
Date of production/revision of spec
15/09/2023
Educational aims of the programme
- On graduation, successful students will be achievers -They get things done in an effective, efficient and timely manner. They demonstrate adaptability and resilience when coping with complexity, applying creativity appropriately.
- On graduation, successful students will be communicators- They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in a variety of communication modes. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.
- On graduation, successful students will be informed risk-takers- They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies.
- On graduation, successful students will be inquirers - They develop their natural curiosity and actively enjoy learning. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning.
- On graduation, successful students will be thinkers - They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
- The programme aims to be distinctive yet integrated and can be tailored to specialist interest
- The programme aims to be grounded in an ethos of sustainability
- The programme aims to be truly international
- The programme aims to develop individuals who are recognised as professionals in their field
- The programme aims to produce employable individuals who reflect the characteristics of the 'surrey management graduate'
- The programme aims to provide a professional, creative, dynamic and supportive learning environment
- The programme aims to recognise the role of the wider university in supporting the development of the individual
- The programme aims to reflect current industry practice and research themes
- These graduates will strive to be balanced - They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal wellbeing for themselves and others.
- These graduates will strive to be caring - They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.
- These graduates will strive to be knowledgeable - They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.
- These graduates will strive to be open-minded - They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
- These graduates will strive to be principled - They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.
- These graduates will strive to be professional -They utilize their independent judgement within an ethical framework in carrying out their responsibilities. They demonstrate commercial awareness within an international context.
- These graduates will strive to be reflective - They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding of organisations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed | K | BSc (Hons) | |
| Appreciate the effects of change on and within organisations and their likely responses. | K | BSc (Hons) | |
| Demonstrate an understanding of the theory and practice of management | K | BSc (Hons) | |
| Demonstrate a comprehensive and detailed knowledge of the key disciplines relevant to their chosen degree pathway | K | BSc (Hons) | |
| Critically evaluate their knowledge and understanding of subject disciplines and the application of management approaches and techniques to industrial situations, | C | BSc (Hons) | |
| Select and apply multi-disciplinary management techniques to complex problems, analyse results, draw appropriate conclusions and present the results in an appropriate format | C | BSc (Hons) | |
| Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical issues likely to arise in the conduct of | C | BSc (Hons) | |
| Recognise and acknowledge the full range of stakeholder interests in making management decisions and critically evaluate their impacts | C | BSc (Hons) | |
| Demonstrate professional levels of competence in a broad range of skills that are relevant to the needs of future managers, executives and other professionals, irrespective of their sector of operation, especially in the areas of communication; critical thinking, analysis and synthesis; numeracy; reasoning; presentation; computing; report writing; problem solving; research; interactive and group skills. | T | BSc (Hons) | |
| Demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding of organisations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed | K | Ord | |
| Appreciate the effects of change on and within organisations and their likely responses | K | Ord | |
| Demonstrate an understanding of the theory and practice of management | K | Ord | |
| Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the key disciplines relevant to their chosen degree pathway | K | Ord | |
| Evaluate their knowledge and understanding of subject disciplines and the application of management approaches and techniques to industrial situations | C | Ord | |
| Select and apply multi-disciplinary management techniques to complex problems, analyse results, draw appropriate conclusions and present the results in an appropriate format | C | Ord | |
| Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical issues likely to arise in the conduct of business and professional practice and an ability to formulate solutions through | C | Ord | |
| Recognise and acknowledge the full range of stakeholder interests in making management decisions and evaluate their impacts | C | Ord | |
| Demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding of organisations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed | K | DipHE | |
| Appreciate the effects of change on and within organisations and possible responses | K | DipHE | |
| Demonstrate some understanding of the theory and practice of management | K | DipHE | |
| Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the key disciplines relevant to their chosen degree pathway | K | DipHE | |
| Evaluate their knowledge and understanding of subject disciplines and the application of management approaches and techniques to industrial situations | C | DipHE | |
| Select and apply multi-disciplinary management techniques to complex problems, analyse results, draw appropriate conclusions and present the results in an appropriate format | C | DipHE | |
| Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical issues likely to arise in the conduct of business and professional practice and an ability to formulate possible solutions | C | DipHE | |
| Recognise and acknowledge the full range of stakeholder interests in making management decisions and identify their impacts | C | DipHE | |
| Demonstrate some professional level of competence in a range of skills that are relevant to the needs of future managers, irrespective of their sector of operation, especially in the areas of communication; critical thinking, analysis; numeracy; reasoning; presentation; computing; report writing; problem solving; interactive and group skills. | T | DipHE | |
| Demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding of organisations, the external environment in which they operate | K | CertHE | |
| Appreciate the effects of change on and within organisations | K | CertHE | |
| Demonstrate a limited understanding of the theory and practice of management | K | CertHE | |
| Demonstrate a limited knowledge of the key disciplines relevant to their chosen degree pathway | K | CertHE | |
| Select and apply management techniques to simple problems, analyse results, draw appropriate conclusions and present the results in an appropriate format | C | CertHE | |
| Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical issues likely to arise in the conduct of business and professional practice | C | CertHE | |
| Recognise and acknowledge the range of stakeholder interests in making management decisions | C | CertHE | |
| Demonstrate limited professional competence in skills relevant to the needs of future managers, irrespective of their sector of operation, especially in the areas of communication; critical thinking; numeracy; presentation; computing; report writing; interactive and group skills. | T | CertHE | |
| Demonstrate professional level of competence in a range of skills that are relevant to the needs of future managers, irrespective of their sector of operation, especially in the areas of communication; critical thinking, analysis and synthesis; numeracy; reasoning; presentation; computing; report writing; problem solving; research; interactive and group skills. | T | Ord |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over three academic years, consisting of 360 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
Module Selection for Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
Module Selection for Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
Students choose 1 optional module in semester 2 from those listed.
Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
Module Selection for Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
N/A
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | Y | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | Y | |
| Dual degree | Y |
Other information
First year at SII-DUFE (Year Zero) and using DUFE credits system (1 credit = 1 class hour). Note: apart from the DUFE modules listed, there are required social studies in Chinese degrees but these have no relevance to the British / Surrey award and are not listed.
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