MQF/EQF Level 6
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy & Finance
Knights College
Malta
October 2026
bachelor-of-science-in-accountancy-finance
Mode
Full Time, Part Time
Delivery
Class-Based Learning
Duration
36 Months
Location
Malta
Credits
180 ECTS/ECVET*
Language
English
Early Registration starting from (EU Students)
€11,992
Price Full (EU Students)
€14,990
Up to €10,493 refunded via the Get Qualified Scheme.
Price International (Non-EU Students)
€16,200
Gain the technical knowledge and practical expertise for a successful career in finance with our BSc in Accountancy and Finance.
The BSc in Accountancy and Finance has been developed to provide the learners with the necessary and required knowledge and skills to successfully work within the industry of accountancy and finance. Learners will also gain outstanding academic skills which will prepare them to undertake further studies at a higher level and to work effectively within the business environment in a team and individually. It prepares students with the ability to work both within the public and the private sector and to tackle and face any problems which might arise in today’s business working environment.
Learners will learn how to:
- Understand macroeconomic forces, stakeholder dynamics, and the external environment to support strategic planning and organisational performance.
- Apply international accounting standards, prepare and interpret financial statements, manage audits, and use cost accounting for informed decision-making.
- Monitor corporate law, Maltese taxation, compliance requirements, and the role of stakeholders in governance and corporate responsibility.
- Manage business finance decisions, evaluate funding and dividend policies, and conduct rigorous research in accountancy and finance.
By the end of this programme, learners will be eligible to advance their studies by pursuing our MBA in Finance.
Mode of Assessment
This course implements various methods and techniques of assessment, including examinations, assignments, presentations, research proposals and a dissertation.
Target Audience
The BSc in Accountancy and Finance course is intended for those who are aged 21+ and those aspiring to be accountants or working in the world of finance.
Benefits
- Be awarded 9 ACCA exemptions
- Gain a globally recognised qualification
- Develop highly valuable transferable skills
- Earn a widely applicable qualification
- Enjoy a fast track route to chartered accountancy
Earn a Bachelor’s Degree and nine ACCA exemptions
Graduates of this programme will be awarded nine ACCA exemptions, meaning they will get to leap ahead on their journey to becoming chartered certified accountants.
Year 1
The below is an outline of the modules covered in this course
Module
ECTS
Contact Hours*
The Business Environment
This module aims at introducing learners, especially those who are not familiar with the business environment, to organisations, which are made up of various systems and people interacting with one another on a continuous basis. Primarily, it will introduce learners to various organisation types, their stakeholders, the competition within which they operate, and their functions and structure. This will serve as preparation for upcoming modules which will make reference to organisations.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Economics and Financial Markets
The module introduces students to the economic environment that impacts the three key financial management decisions related to investment, financing and dividend policy. Students will also be introduced to the use of macroeconomic applications to address real-world issues in current economic policy.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Fundamentals of Management Accounting
This module intends to give participants a thorough understanding of the fundamental principles and techniques of management accounting. These principles and techniques are used in business to support informative planning, control and decision-making.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Principles of Financial Accounting
This module introduces students to the fundamental principles and practices of financial accounting. It first covers accounting techniques, focusing on the recording, processing and reporting of business transactions and events. The module then demonstrates to students how to prepare financial statements and perform a high-level analysis of these statements. It also covers the preparation of simple consolidated financial statements from the individual financial statements of group incorporated entities.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Corporate Business Finance
This module aims to provide students with an understanding of, and the ability to, apply the tools and methodologies of business finance theory. It builds on the managements accounting module to explore the financial decision-making processes of businesses.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Year 2
The below is an outline of the modules covered in this course
Module
ECTS
Duration
Accountancy Law
This module specifically covers various laws and regulations which directly and indirectly impact the field of accountancy and finance. These laws and regulations include employment law and the legal framework relating to the establishment and operation of a business.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Performance Management
This module elaborates on the content of the management accounting module and allows students to gain further insight into the measurement and management of performance within organisations.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Financial Reporting
This module intends to enhance the knowledge and skills in understanding and applying the theoretical framework and accounting standards in the preparation of financial statements and covers the analysis and interpretation of these statements. The module also continues developing on the knowledge acquired in the financial accounting module.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Corporate Governance and Ethics
This module focuses on the most important corporate governance legal issues arising worldwide and analyses the influence that these theories have exerted on society and the business community. The module focuses on the overall corporate governance debate and the various corporate governance solutions originating from it. The final part of the module deals with several scenarios in which the adoption of unethical corporate governance approaches led to the infringement of fundamental rights and produced adverse effects in the corporate world and broader society.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Maltese Taxation
This module focuses on the Maltese taxation system as it relates to individuals and corporate entities. The aim of the module is for students to develop knowledge and skills of the fundamental principles and key technical areas in taxation. The syllabus considers the separate taxes that an accountant would need to have a detailed knowledge of in order to compute tax liabilities, undertake tax planning and identify compliance issues where necessary.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Year 3
The below is an outline of the modules covered in this course
Module
ECTS
Duration
Auditing and Assurance
This module introduces learners to the basic principles of auditing and its role in the world of accounting and finance. It primarily covers a variety of areas related to auditing financial statements, allowing students to learn about the need for internal and external audits.
15
ECTS
75
hours
Financial Management
This module builds on the Corporate Business Finance module, allowing learners to understand the fundamental role of a financial manager, mainly in relation to investment, financing and dividend policy decisions in business. Students will also be able to understand the economic environment in which such decisions are made to help them value businesses in the context of this environment and understand how such decisions impact them.
15
ECTS
75
hours
Research Methods
This module highlights the main data collection methods to be implemented in researching topics focusing on accountancy and finance. It introduces learners to the collection, evaluation and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, demonstrating to students how to produce clear reports, manage time efficiently, and analyse results effectively. As part of this module, students will be asked to formulate a research proposal.
12
ECTS
60
hours
Dissertation
This module is dedicated to the dissertation in accountancy and finance, which focuses on a long academic writing on a topic related to finance or accountancy chosen by the learner themselves. Throughout the course, learners are expected to critique the work of previous academics and assess previous literature focusing on the topic of choice. Furthermore, learners are expected to discuss various theories and methodologies, collect relevant data, conduct an analysis of such data and write it in a report which is clear and understandable and in a good academic format. Learners are expected to carry out the research autonomously under the supervision of an assigned tutor.
18
ECTS
90
hours
Module
ECTS
Duration
No modules listed
Module
ECTS
Duration
No modules listed
Module
Total Credits
Core Modules
180
Credits to graduate
*1 ECTS is equivalent to 25 total hours of learning, inclusive of contact hours, supervised placement and practice hours, self-study hours, and assessment hours. Minimum 20% (5 hours for every ECTS) must be contact hours.
180 ECTS/ECVET*
Awarding &
Accrediting Bodies
Awarding Body
Endorsed
Knights College
This qualification is awarded by Knights College.
Accrediting Body
Malta Further and Higher Education Authority
This qualification is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority.
Entry Requirements
The below are the requested entry requirements
Applicants should hold:
- A Matriculation certificate with an Intermediate Pass in Pure Mathematics and Advanced Pass in Accountancy, or equivalent. OR;
- A recognised MQF Level 4 full qualification in Accountancy and Finance AND
- Learners should be in possession of suitable English qualifications such as IELTS 6.0 or CEFR, or equivalent.
Funding Schemes
Scholarships & Facilitations
Get Qualified Scheme
Governed by the Malta Enterprise, this scheme gives the student up to 70% of the total fees paid for the course in tax credits. Get Qualified is an initiative that supports the personal development of individuals for the achievement of qualifications and certifications required by industry. Find out if you're eligible by contacting our admissions team or visiting the Malta Enterprise Get Qualified portal
Register your interest for this course
Sign up to receive the latest information about studying at Knights.
Our communications are designed to support you in deciding your future and keep you up to date about student finance, employment opportunities and student activities available at Knights.
Our communications are designed to support you in deciding your future and keep you up to date about student finance, employment opportunities and student activities available at Knights.
