HNC Accounting

Course Content

This course is designed for learners wishing to pursue a career in Accounting or Finance. It provides an SQA qualification that can be used to gain employment or progress to further study in Accounting. The full-time course covers a range of units such as: Financial Accounting, Costing; Management Accounting and IT; IT Accounting Packages and Payroll. 

Entry Requirements

Minimum of two SQA Highers, Grade C or above, would be desirable and/or relevant work experience, successful completion of a relevant advanced certificate course or the Foundation Apprenticeship in Accounting (reference may be required). 


Applicants are subject to a selection process and and may be asked to complete a numerical/written piece of work and/or levelling exercise. Mature applicants who do not meet the academic qualifications for entry will be considered on the basis of relevant work experience.

Method of Assessment

Learners will complete SQA units that are assessed by way of continuous assessment, end of year exams and graded unit.

Future Prospects

Successful completion of HNC Accounting plus a positive attitude, behaviour, commitment and satisfactory attendance may allow progression to HND Accounting/AAT Diploma in Professional Accounting.

Course Overview
  • Study Type

    Full Time

  • Campus

    Gardyne Campus

  • Start Date

    01 Sep 2025

  • SCQF Level

    7

  • Duration

    34 Weeks

  • Subject Area

    Accounting

  • Tuition fees may be paid for full-time students in Scotland subject to meeting residency requirements, applications should be made to the appropriate funding body. International Students please refer to our International fees page
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