A-Level Accounting

Course Code: BA135

Study the process of accounting and how it supports businesses in the measuring, monitoring and planning of their operations.

This A-level Accounting Course is based on the new syllabus and is ideal for students who are looking to retake an A-Level or who need UCAS points for University.
Gain an understanding of the process of Accounting and how to record, classify and summarise data and business related information.
Develop the skills to identify whether or not the business is performing well financially, the strengths and weaknesses of the business and to communicate their results to the owners of the business.

Special discount until 29th February - Enrol on 2 A-levels and get additional A-Level courses for £125 each.*

*- Offer available on a selection of A-levels, please check course page for details.

Course Content

AS Level

Unit 1: Introduction to Financial Accounting

Introduction to financial accounting
Recording financial data
Checking accounting records
Balance Sheet and Profit & loss

Unit 2: Financial and Management Accounting

Business entity concept
Accounting concepts
Further aspects of preparing primary accounts
Limited Company accounts
Ratio analysis and business performance
Ratio Introduction to budgeting
ICT within accounting

A2 Level

Unit 3: Further Aspects of Financial Accounting

Sources of finance
Incomplete records
Partnership accounts
Published accounts of limited companies
Accounting standards
Stock valuation

Unit 4: Further Aspects of Management Accounting

Manufacturing accounts
Marginal, absorption and activity based costing
Standard cost and variance analysis
Capital Investment Appraisal
Budgeting: Further considerations
Social accounting

Assessment

Unit 1: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
Unit 2: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
Unit 3: Written examination: 2 hours
Unit 4: Written examination: 2 hours

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Throughout the course there will be self-assessment questions, and tutor marked questions, to enable students to monitor their progress.

Qualifications

Upon successful completion of this home learning course you will receive an A-Level in Accounting (AS/A2) issued by AQA. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level. We have chosen this syllabus as it is the best suited to distance learning.

Course Questions and Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You will need to have a reasonable grade GCSE or "O" Level in Accounting.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

You will have 18 months to complete your home learning course. This is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines.

This course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

Student record bag
Pen
Mouse mat
Study guide
Comprehensive study notes
Personal tutor support
Assignment marking and feedback
Accreditation

Q: Is there a required reading list?

We recommend the following text books to help you with your studies, however, they are not essential for completion of the course:

Business Accounting 1, Wood F., Sangster A. FT Prentice Hall ISBN: 0273655523
Business Accounts, David Cox, Osborne books ISBN-10: 1872962637
Business Accounting 2, Frank Wood & Alan Sangster, FT Prentice Hall ISBN: 0273655574

Textbooks can be purchased from any good bookshop or you can purchase them directly from us.

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

You will need to take the standard A-Level examinations in order to fully complete this course.

The examinations run on specific dates which can be obtained by visiting the AQA website. You will be required to book these examinations yourself and we can provide a list of over 400 A-Level test centres around the country.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

You will need to purchase the books listed above and obtain a scientific calculator.

You will also be required to pay a small fee to take your examinations at the examining centre that you choose.

Q: What if I live outside the UK?

You are still able to study this A-Level course but must take the examinations within the UK as this is the only guaranteed way to access examining centres.

Q: What do I do if I still have questions?

For further information please contact us.