Masters in Forensic Accounting Course

Applications for the Sep 2026 intake are open until Aug 31, 2026, while tuition costs 29,347 USD per year.

Programme Overview

Join our Forensic Accounting MSc at Northumbria University and delve into the niche field of finance and forensics. Whether you have an accounting undergraduate background or not, this course explores the nature, regulation, and policing of financial crimes in the UK, with a specific focus on the prevention and detection of fraud in organisations.

Distinctive Features

• Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing the school among the top 6% of business schools worldwide.
• Focuses on key areas such as money laundering, bribery, corruption, and financial statement fraud through both quantitative and qualitative lenses.
• Includes guest lectures from practitioners to provide real-world insights into the profession.
• Equips students with both technical accounting skills and critical 'soft' skills such as emotional intelligence and communication.

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.