Accounting

Course overview

This course is suitable for anyone interested in a career in accounting who wants an alternative to A Level's that can lead either to employment or University.

The T Level in Accountancy is a two-year full-time program for 16-19 year old students designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in accounting principles and practices that can lead to either employment or university.

Placement Hours:

A key feature of the T Level is the industry placement, which includes a minimum of 315 hours (approximately 45 days) of practical work experience with an employer in the accounting or finance sector. This placement allows students to apply their learning in real-world business environments and develop professional skills.

• Entry Requirements
  5 GCSE's at grade 5 or above including Maths and English.
• Benefits/Skills
  Students will develop technical accounting skills, analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills essential for a career in finance. The course also emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and digital literacy.
• Who is this course for?
  Anyone interested in a career in accounting.
• Units/Modules

  The course combines classroom learning with hands-on experience and covers a broad range of accounting topics, including:

  • Financial Accounting: Principles and practices of recording and reporting financial transactions.
  • Management Accounting: Techniques for internal financial decision-making and performance measurement.
  • Taxation: Understanding of tax regulations, compliance, and preparation of tax returns.
  • Business and Commercial Awareness: Insight into how accounting supports business operations and strategy.
  • Auditing and Assurance: Basics of auditing processes and controls.
  • Accounting Software and IT Systems: Practical use of accounting software and digital tools.
  • Law and Ethics: Understanding of the legal framework and ethical considerations in accountancy.
  • Mathematics and Data Analysis: Application of quantitative skills relevant to accounting.
• Careers/Progression

  Higher-Level Apprenticeships: A T Level in Accounting prepares you to progress to a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in Accounting.

  Skilled Employment: You can enter the workforce in roles such as a payroll administrator, finance officer, or accounting technician.

  Higher Education: You can pursue a university degree in accounting or a related finance field.

• Assessment Types
  T Level Accounting is assessed through two main components: a core assessment and an industry placement, with the core assessed via two written exams testing business and accounting knowledge, and an employer-set project (ESP) that requires students to complete computer-based tasks within a specific time frame. The industry placement provides practical experience and develops occupational skills over a minimum of 315 hours, contributing to the T Level's overall competency.