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MSc Accounting and Finance with Placement Year
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Last updated: October 2026
About this course
MSc Accounting and Finance with Placement Year is a masters programme at University of Northampton in Waterside, United Kingdom (24 Months, Sep, Feb intakes).
Course Details
| Qualification | MSc Accounting and Finance with Placement Year |
| Study Level | Masters |
| Programme Duration | 24 Months |
| Starting Intakes | Sep,Feb 2027 |
| Tuition Fees (International) | GBP 19,000 per year * |
| Initial Deposit | GBP 7000.00 * |
| Application Fee | No Application Fee |
Updated October 2026Source: northampton.ac.uk
Cost breakdown
| Item | GBP | approx. INR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition, 24 Months | £19,000 | ₹23.9 lakh |
| Less scholarship (up to) | −£4,000 | −₹5.0 lakh |
| Living cost, 24 months at £1,171 | £28,104 | ₹35.4 lakh |
| Estimated total | £43,104 | ₹54.3 lakh |
INR approximate. Living cost uses the UK visa figure for the city.
Eligibility & Entry Requirements
| Academic | First or second class honours degree from a UK university or international equivalent in finance, banking, accounting or a related discipline then you will meet our Accounting and Finance Master’s degree entry requirements for this course. |
| English Language | IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 6.5). PTE 62+. TOEFL iBT 88+ |
| English Waiver | Medium of Instruction and 12th English marks 70% |
| Backlogs Accepted | 0 - 12 |
| Application Deadline | ASAP |
Updated October 2026Source: northampton.ac.uk
Admissions Process
| Application Route | Direct to University |
| Application Portal | University of Northampton Online Portal |
| Processing Time | Typically ~14 days after submission |
| Conditional Offer | Issued after initial application review (~14 days) |
| Unconditional Offer | Issued after all documents verified (~7 days) |
| CAS / Confirmation Letter | Pay Deposit & Receive CAS Letter (~5 days) |
| Visa Type | Student Visa (Tier 4) — apply ~21 days before travel GOV.UK |
Updated October 2026Source: northampton.ac.uk
Scholarships Available for This Course
| UON International Scholarship | GBP 4000 — International students with an offer for a full-time on-campus undergraduate or postgraduate taught course. |
Updated October 2026Source: northampton.ac.uk
Cost & ROI Calculator
Course
MSc Accounting and Finance with Placement Year
Subject (for salary lookup)
Business & Management
Tuition fee / year
GBP 19,000
Avg Starting Salary
GBP 28,990
UK national average, HESA 2023/24
Estimated Total Cost
GBP 62,104
Tuition − scholarship + living cost
Payback Period
2.1 years
Total cost ÷ starting salary
Frequently Asked Questions
What is student accommodation like near the University of Northampton?
Popular options include Scholars Green, with rooms around £318/month including an attached bathroom; the university also offers a free bus service for students. Watch: Real student experience
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What part-time job opportunities are available for University of Northampton students?
Students have found part-time work such as night-shift warehouse jobs paying above minimum wage (around £13.21/hour), with companies also visiting campus for career fairs. Watch: Real student experience
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Is the University of Northampton diverse?
Yes — students describe a diverse community with peers from countries including Vietnam, Thailand, Pakistan, and India. Watch: Real student experience
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What are the IELTS and entry requirements for University of Northampton?
Bachelor's courses need IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each band; master's courses need IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other band. Degree requirements are set course by course, so check the Entry requirements section of your course page. northampton.ac.uk
Source: northampton.ac.uk
What scholarships are available at University of Northampton?
UON International Scholarship: Merit-based reduction of up to GBP 4,000 in tuition fees for students from South Asia, including India, on full-time on-campus courses. No separate application; applicants from India apply through a recognised representative. Amounts are reviewed each year, so confirm the figure for your intake on the official page. northampton.ac.uk
Source: northampton.ac.uk