What attracted me to Durham University?
The amazing opportunities offered by Durham University’s MSc Accounting programme formed my initial interest in applying to the University. I realised my desire to pursue a career in Accounting during my first year of my undergraduate degree in Business Management but was unable to pursue this further.
Durham University’s MSc Accounting programme offered an ideal opportunity to gain specialist accounting knowledge and professional accountancy qualification exemptions in a supportive environment, tailored towards those with no prior accounting knowledge.
Receiving a Business School scholarship
Being awarded a Masters Achievement Scholarship alleviated significant financial pressure for me. The process of achieving the scholarship was straightforward – a few weeks after submitting my application to the programme, I received an email containing the scholarship offer. This made my decision to accept my offer rather easy!
Studying MSc Accounting
Throughout my Master’s degree thus far, I have been able to explore different facets of accounting, which has been hugely beneficial in narrowing down a potential career path within this industry
I have also been able to apply for and have been offered a place to study at a Summer School at Aarhus University, Denmark, over the summer. This will allow me to expand my international cultural awareness, experience living and studying in a foreign country for a few weeks, and explore more academic interests outside the scope of my degree.
The wider student experience
Durham has also offered me the opportunity to explore my interests, both personal and professional. I have been able to take up new hobbies and sports, such as joining my college’s rowing club, serving as the Treasurer on the Van Mildert MCR exec, and joining the DU YAPS society.
What’s next?
Following the conclusion of my MSc programme, I currently hope to pursue an ACA qualification and become a Chartered Accountant.
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