Accounting

HND
North East Scotland College

Course details

Course description

Acquire valuable knowledge of accounting practices and processes. Build on your existing knowledge of accounting and prepare for degree-level study or employment.

This course is perfect for those looking to enter the accounting profession. The course will help you to build a well-rounded, valuable skill-set that meets the standards required by employers. The course is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the concepts and processes used in financial and management accounting as well as other essential and academic skills required in the professional workplace.

What you will experience
  • Recording financial information
  • Preparing and interpreting final accounts
  • Cost and management accounting
  • Business law
  • Maths and business communication
  • Statistics in business
  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • Income tax and management accountancy
  • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

    This course is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programme. This means that you are required to have access to your own laptop computer, netbook or similar device in class each day that you are in college.

    Find out more about BYOD here

    If you do not already own a suitable device you can apply for a student loan from SAAS, if eligible, to fund the cost of purchasing a device.

    Find out more about student loans here

    Learning outcome

    HND Accounting

    Progression:

    Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.

    University
  • Robert Gordon University (RGU) - BA/BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance year 3
  • Robert Gordon University (RGU) - BA/BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
  • Robert Gordon University (RGU) - BA/BA (Hons) Accounting with Management year 3
  • Abertay University - BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance year 3
  • University of the Highlands & Islands (UHI) - BA (Hons) Business and Management year 3
  • The Open University - BA (Hons) Business Management – accounting pathway
  • Employment:

    Career opportunities are available at various levels, including roles such as:

  • Assistant Accountant
  • Bookkeeper
  • Payroll Administrator
  • Trainee Accountant
  • Provided by

    North East Scotland College

    enquiry@nescol.ac.uk

    0300 330 5550

    Provider website

    Gallowgate

    Aberdeen

    AB25 1BN

    Entry requirements

    • At least two Highers at Grade C or above, preferably in English and one other subject, and Maths at least at National 5 level or Applications of Maths
    • For those returning to education, life skills and experience may allow entry.

    Course options

    Course details

    Full time

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    Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.

    Venue details

    Gallowgate

    Aberdeen

    AB25 1BN

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