Course details may be subject to change.
The Level 3 Diploma in Accounting offers technical training in accounting and is ideal for you if you wish to pursue a career in accountancy or finance.
The purpose of the Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is to provide you with the specialist knowledge and skills required to progress to employment in an accounting or finance role, or to further study in accountancy and finance.
This qualification is a natural progression route if you have achieved the Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.
Entry Criteria
You will hold a Level 2 AAT qualification or a relevant A-Level or T-Level. Maths and English Level 2.
Additional Costs
The course fees include AAT membership and the cost of sitting the exam. There will be an additional fee for text books or any re-sits for the exam.
What are the next steps?
You will meet a course tutor for an informal interview. Please bring copies of your previous qualifications with you.
Study Aims
The Level 3 Diploma in Accounting covers a range of essential and complex accounting tasks, including maintaining cost accounting records and the preparation of reports and returns.
Key themes have also been introduced throughout the suite of accounting qualifications including technology, ethics, sustainability and communication.
Modules Studied
This qualification comprises four mandatory units:
- Business Awareness
- Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements
- Management Accounting Techniques
- Tax Processes for Businesses
Teaching and Assessment
You will complete four computer-based examinations throughout the academic year. These are set and marked by the AAT.
Industry Links
We have links with local organisations, such as:
- Beamish Museum
- Durham County Council
- Northumbrian Water
- Auckland Castle
- South Tyneside Homes
- Gentoo.
Our links provide industry based guest speakers and educational visits, to give you a valuable insight into accountancy in a wide range of business sectors.
Maths and English
Placement
There is no formal requirements for you to undertake a work placement, however, it is preferable that you are employed within an accounting or finance role. A work placement will provide you with a great opportunity to develop your skills in a real working environment.
You could progress to a Level 4 Accounting qualification at New College Durham.
