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Accounting & Finance

Accounting and Finance

We offer a broad range of accountancy courses for learners at levels 1, 2, 3, and 4. The courses offered include professional Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) awards at different levels, which are much sought-after qualifications which are widely recognised in industry. We also offer apprenticeships and university-level qualifications in accounting, such as the level 4 Accounting Professional Diploma.

Who are Leicester College’s accounting courses for?

These courses are for anyone aged 16 or over (which level you study will depend on your existing skills, experience, and qualifications), and we also offer some accounting courses on a part-time basis to allow you to fit study around your existing commitments. For adult learners wishing to join a course, you may be offered an interview and your previous experience can be taken into account if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements. Learners aged 16-19 will follow a study programme which will include GCSE or functional skills English and maths if you don’t already have your grade 4 (C).

Further Information

Some courses will require you to purchase a coursebook. The AAT professional qualifications are assessed via exams. Successfully completing an AAT level 3 course will allow you to apply for a degree course in ACCA, ACA, or CIMA, or join the workforce as a qualified professional.

Mollie Laxton

Mollie Laxton

Accounting Diploma level 3

I have always loved numbers and maths was my favourite subject at school, so I wanted to turn my passion into a career.
This course has benefitted me a lot in terms of building my confidence and skills in accounting as well as preparing me for when I go out into the world of work.

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BTEC Foundation Diploma Business and Finance level 3 – C8060

Course Code: C8060

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

Join us on a transformative journey where we bring finance and business together, through this course you will develop the skill set to lead you onto different progression opportunities. Learn about marketing, business plans, managing accounts and more. Enrol now and redefine your future in the world of business and finance.

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T Level Accounting – Assistant Accountant – C8080

Course Code: C8080

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 2 years
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

Accountancy is a versatile field. It's not just about numbers; it also involves critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills. This T level will teach you this skill set as well as provide you with industry experience to help you on your way to working in the financial sector.

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T Level Finance – Financial Compliance/ Risk Analyst – C8079

Course Code: C8079

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 09 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Full Time
  • duration Duration 2 years
  • map Campus St Margaret's Campus

Interested in a job working in banking and finance but unsure about where to start? Our T Level in Finance offers you everything you need to be able to pursue a professional career in both the commerical and retail financial sectors.

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Accounting AAT Certificate level 2 – C0283

Course Code: C0283

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 10 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    6 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus City Skills Centre

Our AAT level 2 course is perfect for those looking to working in finance or expand their knowledge and skills of this industry. This course provides a practical approach to accounting work covering a range of topics that will help your employability in roles such as accounting, auditing and related areas of law.

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Certificate in Bookkeeping level 2 – C8270

Course Code: C8270

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 10 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    6 hours per week
  • duration Duration 18 weeks
  • map Campus City Skills Centre

Help others get their finances in order and become a bookkeeper. This course is ideal for those who want to get a job in accountancy and earn the AAT qualification that employers look for. From learning about various transactions to managing accounts, you will gain the skills for entry-level roles with this course.

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Accounting AAT Diploma level 3 – C0193

Course Code: C0193

Key Information

  • start date Start Date 12 Sep 2024
  • study hours Study Hours Part Time
    6 hours per week
  • duration Duration 1 year
  • map Campus City Skills Centre

Enhance your financial knowledge and learn complex accounting with this intensive day release programme. AAT is a professional and well-recognised accounting technician qualification, providing a practical approach to accounting work. The course will include how to prepare profit and loss balance sheets, prepare costs and revenue reports, prepare cash flow forecasts and prepare VAT returns.

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