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The Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) program at University of Galway merges comprehensive business studies with specialized training for aspiring accounting professionals. Participants particularly appreciate the intimate class settings that foster a supportive learning environment. This qualification provides substantial accreditation advantages for professional accounting certifications. The three-year undergraduate curriculum is tailored for students pursuing careers in accounting, taxation, or corporate finance, offering exceptional exemption benefits from leading accounting and taxation professional bodies. Our industry partners for internships and placements feature top firms including PWC, KPMG, Deloitte, EY, Grant Thornton, DHKN, Crowe Howarth, Supermacs, and Mazars.
Career Prospects
Alumni have achieved remarkable success in securing trainee accountant positions across various practice areas. Graduates also find rewarding opportunities in financial services, taxation, banking, manufacturing, and other sectors. This program provides the highest number of undergraduate exemptions available for professional Accounting examinations.
Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certificate, including Irish, English, another language, Mathematics, and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes. Additional requirements: Minimum H4 in Accounting
Additional Requirements
For Leaving Certificate - H4 in Accounting is also a requirement
For A-Levels - Grade C in A-Level Accounting
English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, no less than 5.5 in any one component; Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE): 176 overall; Cambridge C2 Advanced (CPE): 180 overall; TOEFL: 88 overall (7 Listening, 16 Speaking, 18 Writing, 8 Reading); Pearson PTE: 61 overall, no less than 48 in any one component.