International Year One in Accounting and Finance
Prepare for direct entry to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business and economics at the University of Exeter.

Course features
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students.
- Develop the academic knowledge and study skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
- Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.
- Learn how to excel in an academic environment and develop effective strategies for UK university study.
- Receive guidance with your university application, ensuring you choose the best degree for you.
How do I qualify?
English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent |
Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels, or first year of overseas university degree with good grades or equivalent. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO University of Exeter, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
18 September 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
3 Terms
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GBP £22,685 |
8 January 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £22,685 |
Class information
Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?

The ideal starting point for a career in the finance and business sectors, the BSc in Accounting and Finance is also a great choice for students wishing to gain professional accounting qualifications.
From legal and business environments to understanding the practices of accountancy in a market economy and taxation, you’ll cover all of the key topics to enable you to develop your knowledge.
And you’ll be able to gain exemptions from professional accountancy examinations, by applying to the relevant accounting body.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on your successes and meet the requirements for entry to the second year of a degree. Marks from the International Year One programme do not count towards the final degree, but help the university assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed through a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises.

How do I qualify?
English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent |
Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August. |
Academic requirements: | Satisfactory completion of A-levels, or first year of overseas university degree with good grades or equivalent. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO University of Exeter, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
18 September 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £22,685 |
8 January 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £22,685 |
Class information
Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?

The ideal starting point for a career in the finance and business sectors, the BSc in Accounting and Finance is also a great choice for students wishing to gain professional accounting qualifications.
From legal and business environments to understanding the practices of accountancy in a market economy and taxation, you’ll cover all of the key topics to enable you to develop your knowledge.
And you’ll be able to gain exemptions from professional accountancy examinations, by applying to the relevant accounting body.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formative and summative, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on your successes and meet the requirements for entry to the second year of a degree. Marks from the International Year One programme do not count towards the final degree, but help the university assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed through a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- oral presentations
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises.
