MQF/EQF Level 6
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy & Finance (Top-Up)
Knights College
Malta
May / October 2025
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Mode
Part Time
Delivery
Class-Based Learning
Duration
12 Months
Location
Malta
Credits
60 ECTS/ECVET
Language
English
Price Early Submission (EU Students)
€6,359
Price Full (EU Students)
€6,995
Up to €4896 refunded via the Get Qualified Scheme.
Price International (Non-EU Students)
€8,995
The BSc in Accountancy and Finance (Top-Up) is the final third year of the Accountancy and Finance degree and is made specifically for those learners who have prior experience in accountancy and finance and/or a relevant education. Gain the technical knowledge and practical expertise for a successful career in finance with our BSc in Accountancy and Finance (Top-Up).
Learners will learn how to:
- Comply with audit framework regulation
- Carry out effective planning and risk assessment for financial audits
- Manage information derived from financial audits effectively
- Carry out short-term and long-term investment appraisals
- Manage different types of business finance that businesses are able to raise, taking into account the costs of these financial sources
- Manage the impact of the cost of capital on the value of a business
- Carry out qualitative and quantitative data analysis
- Manage acquired information and evaluate and analyse data accordingly
- Comply with ethical considerations and moral philosophies when conducting research in finance and accountancy
- Produce a research proposal in preparation for the dissertation research project
- Produce an original and informative piece of research whilst making use of the appropriate research methods
- Carry out literature review focusing on previously published work which is related to the topic of choice
- Manage own research and implement effective critical and analytical thinking
Mode of Assessment
This course implements various methods and techniques of assessment, including examinations, assignments, presentations, research proposals and a dissertation.
Target Audience
This course is intended for those who are aged 21+ and those aspiring to be accountants or working in the world of finance.
Semester 1 & 2
The below is an outline of the modules covered in this course
Module
ECTS
Duration
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
Audit 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 and allows them to learn about the need for internal and external audits.
15
ECTS
75
hours
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Total Credits
Core Modules
60
Credits to graduate
60 ECTS/ECVET
Awarding &
Accrediting Bodies
Awarding Body
Validating Body
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
To be eligible for the programme, candidates must hold either: A Higher Diploma OR a Foundation Degree at MQF Level 5
Non-Native English Speakers should be in possession of suitable English qualifications such as IELTS 5.5 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.
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