The BA in (Hons) Accounting (4 years with Placement) program at the University of Hertfordshire is a comprehensive undergraduate course designed to prepare students for a career in the field of accounting. The program incorporates a robust curriculum that covers crucial areas in accounting, finance, tax, auditing, and more. The course involves three years of academic study and one year of industrial placement that allows students to gain real-world experience working in a professional environment. This aspect of the program provides students with invaluable hands-on experience and potentially a foot in the door with a potential employer. The academic portion of the program includes studying modules such as financial accounting, managerial accounting, business law, and corporate finance. The program blends theory with practice, enabling students to understand the context of their work and apply their academic knowledge in practical settings. This course is fully accredited by major professional accounting bodies which gives students exemptions from some professional exams. These include ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), CPA Australia (Certified Practising Accountants), and AIA (Association of International Accountants). The University of Hertfordshire also offers strong support and resources for students' learning, with various opportunities for personal development and networking. Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of exciting careers in accounting, finance, and related fields.

The University of Hertfordshire is a modern university based largely in Hatfield, in the county of Hertfordshire, about 35km north of London. Described as “the UK’s leading business-facing university”, Hertfordshire has more than 25,000 students enrolled from nearly 90 different countries.

The University of Hertfordshire won the Guardian University Award for Student Experience in 2015, while 95.2% of University students are in work or further study six months after graduating.

The University has many close links with industry, and every British Formula One team has at least one Hertfordshire graduate. Degrees in healthcare science and the pioneering paramedic science BSc make Hertfordshire a preferred provider for the NHS in the east of England and the Universities Careers and Placements Service offers graduates lifelong support on employment and career development.