critically evaluate information

apply logic and reasoning

pursue independent enquiry

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Cognitive skills are developed across modules and between stages. A combination of teaching methods are used to enhance these skills. Students are encouraged to evaluate information and think independently throughout their course, in lectures, small group tutorials, and interactive learning sessions.

Methods of Assessment

A combination of assessment methods including assignments, presentations, class tests and examinations are used to evaluate cognitive skills. Students are awarded marks for their ability to demonstrate critical thinking and originality.

communicate ideas in both written and presentational forms

use ICT software effectively

work both independently and in groups

manage their own time and workloads effectively

engage with employers and practitioners

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Transferable skills development permeates teaching and learning throughout the degree programme. The teaching and learning environment is supportive of the need to assist students in developing and enhancing their communication, IT, team working and employability skills.

Methods of Assessment

Students are asked to prepare and deliver presentations, and structure and write assignments, which encourages them to improve their oral and written communication skills. These formats also give students experience of using a range of software, and allows them to advance their technical abilities. Some assessments are group based, which helps develop an awareness of how to work as a team, whilst others are individual based, which promotes time management skills.

appreciate the importance of internationalisation

engage with issues around ethics, responsibility and sustainability

understand the conceptual and applied aspects of accounting as an academic discipline, at a breadth and depth appropriate to a first degree meeting the requirements of the Accounting Benchmark Statement

Evaluate:
the main current technical language and practices of accounting in the areas of recognition, measurement and disclosure in financial statements; managerial accounting; auditing; taxation
the alternative theories of income measurement and associated recognition rules and valuation bases, the international context of accounting regulation and alternative managerial accounting approaches to planning, control and decision-making

the theories and empirical evidence related to the core aspects of accounting, including a familiarity with the latest research developments and issues

issues around ethical awareness in accounting

Understand:
Knowledge and understanding of the main
current technical language and practices of
accounting (e.g. measurement and disclosure in financial statements, managerial
accounting; financial accounting, auditing,
taxation and business / corporate law)

Discuss:
the theories and empirical evidence related to the core aspects of accounting, including a familiarity with the latest research developments and issues

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Ensuring that students acquire appropriate knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, techniques, theories etc on Accounting is at the heart of the teaching and learning strategies in this degree programme.

The international dimension to various issues are included in modules throughout the course, and concerns around ethics, responsibility and sustainability are embedded when discussing topics.

Specialised classes in French for Business and Accounting enable students to function within the context of a target audience.

Methods of Assessment

A combination of assessment methods are use to enhance knowledge and understanding including: tutorial portfolio system where students are required to submit work on a weekly basis; group presentations; case studies, both structured and unstructured; group assignments; individual assignments; class tests and end of semester examinations.

With respect to the Language component at all stages, relatively small language groups, enable the development of grammatical accuracy, range of vocabulary and idiom, and fluency. Language exercises include comprehension, resume, essay, prose and translation, and students complete a series of written exercises per semester. Oral classes develop spoken-language skills through the study of topics relating to contemporary France, often with a comparative focus. Assessment is by means of regular oral tests.

A placement year in France allows students to develop their linguistic ability and their knowledge of the French-speaking world, and to develop intercultural awareness.
Relevant discussion of the international and ethical aspects to any subject is also regarded as a positive.

understand how accounting informs and is informed by the organisational, economic, social and political contexts in which it operates

record and summarise transactions and other economic events

prepare financial statements for incorporated and un-incorporated entities

analyse the operations of business in the areas of decision analysis, performance measurement and management control

prepare financial analyses and projections, for example, analysis of financial ratios, discounted cash flow analysis, budgeting and the assessment of financial risks

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a range of
accounting related literature in the areas studied (for example, audit ethics, accountability and sustainability reporting) and the ability
to evaluate critically such theories and
evidence.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

A combination of teaching and learning methods are used to enhance subject-specific skills. These include: traditional lectures; interactive small group tutorials; weekly workshops

Students are actively encouraged to make use of a variety of resources for independent study, particularly in the target language, class preparation and assignments: the French press, radio, television, video films and documentaries, as well as the internet.

Methods of Assessment

A combination of assessment methods are used to test the development and enhancement of subject-specific skills. These include: tutorial portfolio system; group presentations; case studies, both structured and unstructured; group assignments; individual assignments; class tests and end of semester examinations.

With respect to the language component, a wide variety of language exercises are used in written- and spoken-language classes (presentations, debate, resume, essay, comprehension, grammar tests, prose, translation) and a range of language skills are developed and assessed. These include: knowledge and understanding of vocabulary, and of the structures and registers of language, translation skills, the structuring and development of arguments in French; fluency and idiom; summary and synthesising skills; planning and composing oral presentations/exposes. Grammatical knowledge is under continuous review, and explanation, description and analysis of grammar forms an important part of language classes. Specialist language classes develop a detailed knowledge of commercial French and the environment in which it is used. The use of French as the primary medium of instruction and assessment also develops students’ communicative and receptive skills.