Anglia Ruskin University London (ARU London)
Connect financial reporting, financial decisions and business performance with practical analysis and professional development. The published curriculum offers a platform for relevant work or further study.
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For learners seeking a preparatory year before degree-level study; progression depends on meeting the course requirements.
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Maintains accounts, payments and financial records.
How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Uses financial information to support budgets and business decisions.
Median for SOC 2421: chartered and certified accountants. It does not describe accounts assistants or confer a professional qualification. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.
ONS · ASHE 2025How to get there: Develop accounting experience and normally pursue CIMA or another recognised professional qualification for senior chartered roles.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Advises clients on accounts, tax and financial reporting.
Median for SOC 2421: chartered and certified accountants. It does not describe accounts assistants or confer a professional qualification. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.
ONS · ASHE 2025How to get there: Progress through relevant professional accountancy exams and supervised experience; a degree does not itself confer chartered status.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Manage public funds and assess financial performance and accountability.
How to get there: Professional accountancy/audit training and practical experience are normally required; confirm individual exemptions.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Examine records, controls and financial reporting.
How to get there: Professional accountancy/audit training and practical experience are normally required; confirm individual exemptions.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Advises clients on financial products and long-term plans.
How to get there: Requires a recognised financial-advice qualification and the regulatory permissions or employer authorisation appropriate to the work.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Researches financial assets, markets and investment risks.
How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Bookkeepers maintain an organisation's financial records and help to prepare accounts for filing returns.
How to get there: Build practical experience through projects, placements or junior roles; employer selection requirements apply.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Payroll administrators make sure employees get paid the right amount on the right date.
How to get there: Build practical experience through projects, placements or junior roles; employer selection requirements apply.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Advises clients on tax obligations and financial planning.
How to get there: Enter a tax-training role and complete relevant professional tax examinations and supervised practice; the degree alone is not professional qualification.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Investigates tax records and ensures taxpayers meet their obligations.
How to get there: Meet the current HMRC Tax Specialist Programme selection and eligibility requirements and complete its specialist training.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Monitors customer accounts and recovers overdue payments.
How to get there: Demonstrate numeracy, accurate record-keeping and customer-service skills; complete employer training in relevant financial procedures.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Maintains pension records and processes contributions and payments.
How to get there: Demonstrate numeracy, accurate record-keeping and customer-service skills; complete employer training in relevant financial procedures.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Models long-term financial uncertainty and insurance or investment risks.
How to get there: Demonstrate strong degree-level mathematics, enter actuarial training and complete professional examinations and work-based development.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Assess insurance applications and set cover terms.
How to get there: Build relevant experience and demonstrate the skills required by the employer.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Investigate claims and organise insurance settlements.
How to get there: Build relevant experience and demonstrate the skills required by the employer.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Financial services customer advisers provide online, telephone and face-to-face services in banks, building societies and other financial companies.
How to get there: Build practical experience through projects, placements or junior roles; employer selection requirements apply.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Support boards, corporate governance and statutory reporting.
How to get there: Develop company-law and governance practice and meet role-specific qualifications; chartered status requires the relevant professional pathway and experience.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Turns business needs into practical process and system changes.
Median for SOC 2431: management consultants and business analysts. It is not exclusive to business analysts; IT business analysis has a different classification. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.
ONS · ASHE 2025How to get there: Apply with relevant practical skills, a portfolio or work experience; recruitment remains competitive and role-specific.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Interprets data to inform decisions and explain patterns.
How to get there: Develop statistics, coding and data-analysis competence through additional training and a relevant sector portfolio.
Scope: UK · per yearSalary source · 2026-10-21Availability checked: 04/11/2026, 07:31
Foundation Year: £5,760.Years 1 to 3: £9,790 per year
Under 21: 32 UCAS points plus GCSE English & Maths at grade 3/D or above OR 5 GCSEs at grade 3/D plus evidence of 2 years study at level 3, study does not need to be passed If GCSE English not met, ELPT may be accepted Maths exemption only for Law or Health & Social Care, subject to approval by Head of Admissions Mature Students: Level 3 (Ofqual recognised) or international equivalent in an academic subject. Practical subjects such as Sport not accepted unless worth 32 UCAS Points Level 2 (Ofqual recognised) qualifications must be academic; practical Level 2 not accepted Check Ofqual recognition: https://find-a- qualification.services.ofqual.gov.uk/find-regulated-organisations Minimum 2 GCSEs at grade 3/D in academic subjects or 3 Functional Skills at Level 2. Work Experience Route Minimum 6 months full-time experience (25+ hours/week) within last 2 years Must be relevant to the chosen degree; however, manual labour roles will not be accepted, such as Cleaner, Warehouse Operative or Driver Customer service-based roles that are customer-facing can be accepted if the applicant can demonstrate relevant skills practiced Interview required; employment reference must be from a business email Recent payslip (within 3 months) required unless employer is large organisation Self-employed applicants assessed case by case but requirement to see established acceptable business
Student will we exempt from the ELPT if they hold: English qualification at level 2, or an academic qualification at level 3
Step - 1 The Applicant will be directed to the test administration room and will be asked to write a statement based on the question provided. They will have 15 minutes to complete this. Step -2 The Applicant will be collected by an academic and taken to an appropriate space for interview. The interview should last between 15-25 minutes. Preparing For Your Interview Why ‘that’ course? As with any university interview, you will be asked why you have applied for the course you have chosen. If you have conducted some thorough research, this is your chance to shine and impress your interviewer, demonstrating your firm understanding of the course syllabus and structure. Furthermore, interviewers want to know about YOU. Which aspects of the course appeal to YOU and why? Why ARU London? Your interviewers will also want to know why you have chosen ARU London as opposed to other universities. This is once again an excellent opportunity to show the interviewer that you have conducted some research about ARU London. Try to think of examples as to what ARU London can offer you that other universities may not be able to. Previous Education/Qualifications: Try to draw on your previous experience. For instance, you may have studied, or be currently studying, something related to your chosen course. Perhaps you have worked within that industry and have a wealth of experience to share. These are all examples which can strengthen your argument as to why you have chosen your particular course. Your CV & Personal Statement Know your personal statement and CV inside out. Your interviewer will be keen to find out more about your personal experiences in further detail. Remember to bring any academic documents which have been requested from our Admissions Team. Life After University Although this is looking far ahead, interviewers will be interested to find out more about your motivations behind studying at ARU London. Consider where you hope your degree will take you and how this will help boost your career prospects.
2 Weekdays on campus : Available(9:30 AM - 5:30 PM) Status: Open
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Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.
For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.
Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.
Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.
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Funding sourceTo receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.
The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.
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Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21
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