MSc Finance & Accounting with CIMA
United KingdomCourse at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- 1 yearDuration
- Paisley, United KingdomLocation
- Business, Management, and FinanceField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- PaisleyCampus
- £16,275Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Based in Paisley, this 1-year full-time (or 2-year part-time) MSc combines academic finance/accounting study with professional CIMA content through six core 20-credit modules — Financial Reporting, Management Accounting, Corporate Financial Management, Advanced Management Accounting, Enterprise Management, and Business Research & Analysis — plus a 60-credit dissertation, targeting students who may lack an accounting background. It was developed in conjunction with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and aligns with CIMA's syllabus, giving graduates 11 exemptions from CIMA's certificate, operational and management level papers.
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Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
United Kingdom- Empire Overseas Education verified programmeChecked with the university before it was listed.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
• Applicants must have achieved an Honours degree in any business or accounting related discipline or an equivalent international degree qualification. • Applicants with lesser qualifications may also be considered if they have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry, and/or hold other degrees, as long as they have started to study with any accounting and finance professional body, such as CIMA, ACCA etc.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition£16,275 GBP≈ $20,601
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsUWS Global Scholarship: up to GBP 2,000 per year for undergraduate study, or GBP 2,000 one-off for taught postgraduate study. Automatically deducted before CAS issuance for self-funding international students at UWS Scottish campuses; cannot be combined with any other UWS scholarship or bursary.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: SEPTEMBER 2026 (both campuses): upload application by 15 Jul 2026; unconditional offer by 20 Jul; Flywire payment by 29 Jul; CAS documents and receipts by 3 Aug; payment confirmed by 7 Aug; CAS issued by 10 Aug; teaching starts 7 Sep 2026. General rule:…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
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- 4.9
- Google reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much does MSc Finance & Accounting with CIMA cost?
GBP 16,275. The catalogue does not state whether this is per year, per semester or for the whole programme — your counsellor will confirm before you apply.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
1 year, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
• Applicants must have achieved an Honours degree in any business or accounting related discipline or an equivalent international degree qualification. • Applicants with lesser qualifications may also be considered if they have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry, and/or hold other degrees, as long as they have started to study with any accounting and finance professional body, such as CIMA, ACCA etc.
Is there a scholarship?
UWS Global Scholarship: up to GBP 2,000 per year for undergraduate study, or GBP 2,000 one-off for taught postgraduate study. Automatically deducted before CAS issuance for self-funding international students at UWS Scottish campuses; cannot be combined with any other UWS scholarship or bursary.
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