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BSc Accounting and Finance

• Department of Accounting
• UCAS code NN34
• Starting 2024
• Home full-time: Closed
• Overseas full-time: Closed
• Location: Houghton Street, London

The undergraduate BSc Accounting & Finance programme is topically focused on accounting and finance but is fundamentally grounded in other core social science disciplines as well as practically connected to the social sciences through optional courses and LSE100.

Specifically, in addition to developing core knowledge and skills in accounting and finance, you will learn to analyse how accounting and finance is concerned with a range of institutional and organisational processes of calculation, reporting, and evaluation. You will also learn to appreciate the interdependencies between accounting and accountability, financial management and risk, performance management and sustainability, governance and regulation, policy making and change, among other key fundamental concepts related to, implicated in, or affected by accounting and finance. You will learn to critically evaluate the use and suitability of accounting and finance techniques in different contexts. You will gain a deep understanding of the nature of organisations in the economy and society, and the crucial role that accounting and finance play in societies, economies, institutions, markets, organisations, and even individual behaviours.

This diverse social science approach to accounting and finance makes our graduating students highly sought after by a wide range of organisations globally in any area related to accounting or finance, and even beyond into other areas. Recent graduates of this programme have gone on to work in the areas of professional accountancy, investment banking, investment analysis, management consultancy and financial management, but also in the public sector as well as into further academic study. If you successfully complete the degree, then depending on the optional courses you have taken, you may be eligible for exemptions for some examinations of the professional accountancy bodies.

Visit the Department of Accounting Virtual Undergraduate Open Day page to find out more about studying in the department, access virtual resources and watch event recordings from our Virtual Undergraduate Open Day. 

View Open Day Presentation slides 2023 (PDF)

Programme details

For information about tuition fees, usual standard offers and entry requirements, see the sections below.

Entry requirements

Below we list our entry requirements in terms of GCSEs, A-Levels (the entry requirements should be read alongside our A-level subject combinations information) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. We accept a wide range of other  qualifications from the UK  and from  overseas .

GCSEs A strong set of GCSE grades including the majority at A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9) GCSE English Language and Mathematics grades should be no lower than B (or 6) We also consider your overall GCSE subject profile

A-levels* AAA with A in Mathematics

Contextual admissions A-level grades** AAB with A in Mathematics

IB  Diploma 38 points overall. 766 in higher level subjects, including 6 in higher level Mathematics

Contextual admissions IB grades** 37 points overall. 666 in higher level subjects, including 6 in higher level Mathematics

*Read our A-level subject combinations information below.

**Read our  UG Admissions Information  to learn more about contextual admissions.

A-level subject combinations

• We consider the combination of subjects you have taken, as well as the individual scores.
• We believe a broad mix of traditional academic subjects to be the best preparation for studying at LSE and expect applicants to have at least two full A-levels or equivalent in these subjects.
• Whilst there is no one ideal subject combination, traditional academic subjects are preferred to less traditional ones. For the purpose of applying to BSc Accounting and Finance only, Accounting A-level is viewed as a “traditional academic subject”.
• Previous study of Accounting, at GCSE, A-level, or equivalent, is not required and is neither advantageous nor disadvantageous.
• Given the analytical nature of this programme, A-level (or equivalent) Mathematics is an essential qualification, together with the aptitude and willingness to develop further mathematical knowledge.
• In addition to Mathematics, we are looking for subject combinations that indicate that you possess both analytical and writing abilities.
• Further Mathematics is not required for this course. However, we are happy to consider students offering Mathematics, Further Mathematics and an essay-based subject.

Find out more about A-level subject combinations .

Competition for places at LSE

Competition for places at the School is high. This means that even if you are predicted or if you achieve the grades that meet our usual standard offer, this will not guarantee you an offer of admission. Usual standard offers are intended only as a guide, and in some cases applicants will be asked for grades which differ from this.

Assessing your application

We welcome applications from all suitable qualified prospective students and want to recruit students with the very best academic merit, potential and motivation, irrespective of their background. The programme guidance below should be read alongside our general entrance requirements information.

We carefully consider each application on an individual basis, taking into account all the information presented on the UCAS application form, including your: - academic achievement  including predicted and achieved grades (See 'Entry requirements' for programme specific information) - subjects and subject combinations  (See 'Entry requirements' for programme specific information) - personal statement  (See below for programme specific information) - teacher’s reference - educational circumstances

You may also have to provide evidence of your English proficiency, although you do not need to provide this at the time of your application to LSE.  See our English language requirements page .

Personal characteristics, skills and attributes

For this programme, we are looking for students who demonstrate the following skills:

- strong analytical abilities - high level of numeracy - an ability to evaluate and critically assess complex issues - an ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity - attention to detail - intellectual curiosity - an interest in both accounting and finance

Personal statement

In addition to demonstrating the above personal characteristics, skills and attributes, your statement should be original, interesting and well-written and should outline your enthusiasm and motivation for the programme.

You should explain whether there are any aspects of particular interest to you, how this relates to your current academic studies and what additional reading or relevant experiences you have had which have led you to apply. We are interested to hear your own thoughts or ideas on the topics you have encountered through your exploration of the subject at school or through other activities. Some suggestions for preliminary reading can be found above in the preliminary reading section, but there is no set list of activities we look for; instead we look for students who have made the most of the opportunities available to them to deepen their knowledge and understanding of their intended programme of study.

You can also mention extra-curricular activities such as sport, the arts or volunteering or any work experience you have undertaken. However, the main focus of an undergraduate degree at LSE is the in-depth academic study of a subject and we expect the majority of your personal statement to be spent discussing your academic interests.

Please also see our general guidance about writing personal statements

Fees and funding

Every undergraduate student is charged a fee for each year of their programme.

The fee covers registration and examination fees payable to the School, lectures, classes and individual supervision, lectures given at other colleges under intercollegiate arrangements and, under current arrangements, membership of the Students' Union. It does not cover living costs or travel or fieldwork.

Tuition fees

Home students: The 2024 tuition fee for new Home students is £9,250 per year. The Home student undergraduate fee may rise in line with inflation in subsequent years.

Overseas students:

The 2024 tuition fee for international students is £27,192. The overseas tuition fee will remain at the same amount for each subsequent year of your full-time study regardless of the length of your programme. This information applies to new overseas undergraduate entrants starting their studies from 2024 onwards.

The Table of Fees shows the latest tuition amounts for all programmes offered by the School. 

The amount of tuition fees you will need to pay, and any financial support you are eligible for, will depend on whether you are classified as a home or overseas student, otherwise known as your fee status. LSE assesses your fee status based on guidelines provided by the Department of Education.

Further information about fee status classification

Scholarships, bursaries and loans

The School recognises that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town or country. LSE provides generous financial support, in the form of bursaries and scholarships to UK, EU and overseas students. 

In addition, UK Government support, in the form of loans, is available to UK and some EU students. Some overseas governments also offer funding.

Further information on tuition fees, cost of living, loans and scholarships

Programme structure and courses

The degree involves studying courses to the value of 12 units, over three years, plus LSE100. Half of these are in accounting and finance, and half in related disciplines. You will have the opportunity to specialise to a certain degree in various fields within accounting and finance. 

(* indicates half-unit course)

In your first year, you will take introductory courses in accounting and finance, economics, mathematics and statistics. In addition, you will ​also take LSE100. You'll also be able to take an outside option.

Introduction to Financial Accounting * Introduces students to fundamental principles of financial accounting.

Introduction to Management Accounting * Introduces students to fundamental principles of management accounting.

Microeconomics I*  There are two versions of this course:  EC1A3  and  EC1A5 . Students will be advised about the most appropriate version to take depending on academic background or future course choices. Macroeconomics I* There are two versions of this course:  EC1B3  and  EC1B5 . Students will be advised about the most appropriate version to take depending on academic background or future course choices.

Quantitative Methods (Statistics) * Develops elementary statistical tools necessary for further study in management and economics.

Quantitative Methods (Mathematics) * Develops the basic mathematical tools necessary for further study in economics and related disciplines. Or Methods in calculus and linear algebra * This is an introductory level course for those who wish to use mathematics seriously in finance or economics.

Finance * Includes an introduction to the financial decisions of firms, in particular capital budgeting; the financial decisions of households; the role of the financial system in the economy and the flow of funds; causes and consequences of the recent financial crises.

Outside course options to the value of half a unit

LSE100 * A half unit, running across Autumn and Winter Term in the first year, LSE100 is compulsory for all LSE undergraduate students. This innovative and interactive course is designed to build your capacity to tackle multidimensional problems as a social scientist through interdisciplinary, research-rich education.

Second year

In your second year, you will take two accounting courses and a Principles of Finance course. You'll also take three economics courses and one or more outside options.

Intermediate Financial Accounting*

Intermediate Management Accounting*

Principles of Finance I Examines companies' longer term investment decisions, and the ways in which these may be financed in the financial markets. Or Principles of Finance II A more quantitative course examining companies' longer term investment decisions, and the ways in which these may be financed in the financial markets.

Courses to the value of one unit from the following:

Microeconomics II* There are two versions of this course:  EC2A3  and  EC2A5 . Students will be advised about the most appropriate version to take depending on academic background or future course choices.

Macroeconomics II* There are two versions of this course:  EC2B3  and  EC2B5 . Students will be advised about the most appropriate version to take depending on academic background or future course choices.

Econometrics I * Introduction to econometrics to teach students the theory and practice of empirical research in economics Students will be advised whether they are able to take this course depending on academic background or future course choices.

Outside course options to the value of one unit

In your third year, you will take two compulsory accounting courses, one compulsory finance course and will choose two accounting courses from a choice of four. You will also take outside options to the value of one unit from an approved list.

Contemporary Issues in Financial Accounting * Considers the key areas of topical interests in financial accounting and the impact of accounting regulation on financial statements, in an international context.

Results Accountability and Management Control for Strategy Implementation * Considers both the decision-facilitating and decision-influencing roles of management accounting.

Corporate Finance, Investments and Financial Markets Covers a broad range of topics, with both a theoretical and an empirical emphasis. These include topics in corporate finance, investments and performance evaluation and international finance.

Two courses from a range of accounting options, to a total value of one unit

For the most up-to-date list of optional courses please visit the relevant  School Calendar page . 

You must note, however, that while care has been taken to ensure that this information is up-to-date and correct, a change of circumstances since publication may cause the School to change, suspend or withdraw a course or programme of study, or change the fees that apply to it. The School will always notify the affected parties as early as practicably possible and propose any viable and relevant alternative options. Note that the School will neither be liable for information that after publication becomes inaccurate or irrelevant, nor for changing, suspending or withdrawing a course or programme of study due to events outside of its control, which includes but is not limited to a lack of demand for a course or programme of study, industrial action, fire, flood or other environmental or physical damage to premises.

You must also note that places are limited on some courses and/or subject to specific entry requirements. The School cannot therefore guarantee you a place. Please note that changes to programmes and courses can sometimes occur after you have accepted your offer of a place. These changes are normally made in light of developments in the discipline or path-breaking research, or on the basis of student feedback. Changes can take the form of altered course content, teaching formats or assessment modes. Any such changes are intended to enhance the student learning experience. You should visit the School’s  Calendar , or contact the relevant academic department, for information on the availability and/or content of courses and programmes of study. Certain substantive changes will be listed on the  updated undergraduate course and programme information page.  

Information for international students

LSE is an international community, with over 140 nationalities represented amongst its student body. We celebrate this diversity through everything we do. 

If you are applying to LSE from outside of the UK then take a look at our Information for International students .

1) Take a note of the UK qualifications we require for your programme of interest (found in the ‘Entry requirements’ section of this page).

2) Go to the International Students section of our website.

3) Select your country.

4) Select ‘Undergraduate entry requirements’ and scroll until you arrive at the information about your local/national qualification. Compare the stated UK entry requirements listed on this page with the local/national entry requirement listed on your country specific page.

Teaching and assessment

Format and contact hours:  You will usually have about 12 to 15 hours of lectures and classes each week, but you will also have to work hard on your own – reading, writing essays or working on class assignments. Hours vary according to courses and you can view indicative details in the  Calendar  within the Teaching section of each  course guide . 

LSE Teaching:  LSE is internationally recognised for its teaching and research and therefore employs a rich variety of teaching staff with a range of experience and status. Courses may be taught by individual members of faculty, such as lecturers, senior lecturers, readers, associate professors and professors. Many departments now also employ guest teachers and visiting members of staff, LSE teaching fellows and graduate teaching assistants who are usually doctoral research students. You can view indicative details for the teacher responsible for each course in the relevant  course guide .

Academic support

Academic mentor:  You will have an academic mentor who is a member of staff from the Department of Accounting. Their role is to follow your progress and deal with any concerns you might have.

Other academic support:  There are many opportunities to extend your learning outside the classroom and complement your academic studies at LSE.  LSE LIFE   is the School’s centre for academic, personal and professional development. Some of the services on offer include: guidance and hands-on practice of the key skills you will need to do well at LSE: effective reading, academic writing and critical thinking; workshops related to how to adapt to new or difficult situations, including development of skills for leadership, study/work/life balance and preparing for the world of work; and advice and practice on working in study groups and on cross-cultural communication and teamwork.

Disability and Wellbeing Service:  LSE is committed to enabling all students to achieve their full potential and the School’s  Disability and Wellbeing Service  provides a free, confidential service to all LSE students and is a first point of contact for all disabled students.

Your timetable

• The standard teaching day runs from 09:00-18:00; Monday to Friday. Teaching for undergraduate students will not usually be scheduled after 12:00 on Wednesdays to allow for sports, volunteering and other extra-curricular events. 
• The lecture and seminar timetable is published in mid-August and the full academic timetable (lectures/seminars and undergraduate classes) is published by mid-September and is accessible via the  LSE Timetables webpages .
• Undergraduate student personal timetables are published in LSE for You (LFY). For personal timetables to appear, students must be registered at LSE, have successfully signed up for courses in LFY and ensured that their course selection does not contain unauthorised clashes.
• Every effort is made to minimise changes after publication, once personal timetables have been published any changes are notified via email.

Formative unassessed coursework:

All taught courses are required to include formative coursework which is unassessed. It is designed to help prepare you for summative assessment which counts towards the course mark and to the degree award. LSE uses a range of formative assessment, such as essays, problem sets, case studies, reports, quizzes, mock exams and many others.

Feedback on coursework is an essential part of the teaching and learning experience at the School. Class teachers must mark formative coursework and return it with feedback to you normally within two weeks of submission (when the work is submitted on time). 

Summative assessment (assessment that counts towards your final course mark and degree award)

Summative assessment is usually assessed by written examinations at the end of each academic year. Some courses also have written examinations in January while others are assessed partly by essays or other work submitted during the year. Please note that assessment on individual courses can change year to year. An indication of the current formative coursework and summative assessment for each course can be found in the relevant  course guide .

You will also receive feedback on any summative coursework you are required to submit as part of the assessment for individual courses (except on the final version of submitted dissertations). You will normally receive this feedback before the examination period. 

Find out more about LSE’s teaching and assessment methods

Student support and resources

We’re here to help and support you throughout your time at LSE, whether you need help with your academic studies, support with your welfare and wellbeing or simply to develop on a personal and professional level.

Whatever your query, big or small there are a range of people you can speak to and who will be happy to help.

Academic mentors  – an academic member of staff who you will meet with at least once a term and who can help with any academic, administrative or personal questions you have. (See Teaching and assessment).

Academic support librarians  – they will be able to help you navigate the library and maximise its resources during your studies.

Accommodation service   - they can offer advice on living in halls and offer guidance on private accommodation related queries.

Class teachers and seminar leaders  – they will be able to assist with queries relating to a specific course you are taking.

Disability and Wellbeing Service  – the staff are experts in long term health conditions, sensory impairments, mental health and specific learning difficulties. They offer confidential and free services such as  student counselling,  a  peer support scheme,  arranging  exam adjustments  and run groups and workshops.

IT help   – support available 24 hours a day to assist with all of your technology queries.

LSE Faith Centre  – home to LSE's diverse religious activities and transformational interfaith leadership programmes, as well as a space for worship, prayer and quiet reflection. It includes Islamic prayer rooms and a main space for worship. It is also a space for wellbeing classes on campus and is open to all students and staff from all faiths and none.   

Language Centre   – the centre specialises in offering language courses targeted to the needs of students and practitioners in the social sciences. We offer pre-course English for Academic Purposes programmes; English language support during your studies; modern language courses in 9 languages; proofreading, translation and document authentication and language learning community activities.

LSE Careers  ­ - with the help of LSE Careers, you can make the most of the opportunities that London has to offer. Whatever your future career plans, LSE Careers will work with you, connecting you to opportunities and experiences from internships and volunteering to networking events and employer and alumni insights.

LSE Library   -   Founded in 1896, the British Library of Political and Economic Science is the major international library of the social sciences. It stays open late, has lots of excellent resources and it’s a great place to study. As an LSE student, you’ll have access to a number of other academic libraries in Greater London and nationwide.

LSE LIFE  – this is where you should go to develop skills you’ll use as a student and beyond. The centre runs talks and workshops on skills you’ll find useful in the classroom, offer one-to-one sessions with study advisers who can help you with reading, making notes, writing, research and exam revision, and provide drop-in sessions for academic and personal support. (See ‘Teaching and assessment).

LSE Students’ Union (LSESU)  – they offer academic, personal and financial advice and funding.

Sardinia House Dental Practice   -   offers discounted private dental services to LSE students.

St Philips Medical Centre   -   based in Pethwick-Lawrence House the centre provides NHS Primary Care services to registered patients.

Student Services Centre  – our staff here can answer general queries and can point you in the direction of other LSE services.

Student advisers   – we have a  Deputy Head of Student Services (Advice and Policy)  and an  Adviser to Women Students  who can help with academic and pastoral matters.

Student life

As a student at LSE you’ll be based at our central London campus. Find out what our campus and London have to offer you on academic, social and career perspective.

Student societies and activities 

Your time at LSE is not just about studying, there are plenty of ways to get involved in  extracurricular activities . From joining one of over 200 societies, or starting your own society, to volunteering for a local charity, or attending a public lecture by a world-leading figure, there is a lot to choose from.

The campus 

LSE is based on one  campus  in the centre of London. Despite the busy feel of the surrounding area, many of the streets around campus are pedestrianised, meaning the campus feels like a real community.

Life in London 

London is an exciting, vibrant and colourful city. It's also an academic city, with more than 400,000 university students. Whatever your interests or appetite you will find something to suit your palate and pocket in this truly international capital. Make the most of career opportunities and social activities, theatre, museums, music and more.

Want to find out more? Read why we think  London is a fantastic student city , find out about  key sights, places and experiences for new Londoners . Don't fear, London doesn't have to be super expensive: hear about  London on a budget .

Student stories

Shu Juin Lim,  BSc Accounting and Finance (2016-2019 ), Malaysia

"The programme covers the learning of both Accounting and Finance in depth and breadth, demonstrating how both are intertwined from financial statements to financial analysis, complemented with the knowledge from the economics syllabus. I particularly like the variety of choices to choose from for our outside option, and I had the chance to delve into Management, Psychology and Statistics within these three years. The LSE is undeniably competitive, but that serves as an excellent platform for students to exchange ideas and information, plan for their career paths and start ahead, especially with the support of the career centre. My experience here has been amazing with the support from the department's staff and friends. These are the lifelong bonds that I will treasure and cherish. I truly appreciate the challenges, support and opportunities from the LSE."

Maksim Danilov,  BSc Accounting and Finance (2017-2020),  Russia

"My programme allows students to tailor their degree to their needs by providing a vast array of modules to choose from in accounting, finance, economics, law, and many other fields. I feel like this adaptability, combined with the high quality of education, gives us a deeper understanding of subjects that we are personally interested in, which, in my experience, is quite unique. There is also a lot of support directed at students to help them with any issues they might have, academic or otherwise, and the department always seeks to improve our experience here. Outside of academia, there are plenty of opportunities for us to unwind, from amazing public lectures organised by the departments and societies so diverse that people are bound to find something suitable for them, to more conventional ways to relax with the LSE community."

Sarah Otter,  BSc Accounting and Finance (2017-2020 ) , Germany

"I was particularly drawn to the unique structure of the Accounting and Finance programme at LSE as it gives us a lot of choice throughout the three years and covers a very broad range of Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting and Finance. Having such a good overview makes it much easier to choose in which areas I want to specialise in the following years. My favourite accounting modules were in year 2 of studies. I particularly enjoyed the practical approach, where we worked together in groups to produce a management report to a case study and applied many of the theoretical concepts to real-life cases. In my opinion, the significant advantage of LSE is the great career prospects, as we have lots of companies coming to campus, which makes it significantly easier to gain work experience early on."

Faraz Ahmad Piracha,  BSc Accounting and Finance (2018-2021), Pakistan

“I studied A-Level Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry in Islamabad, Pakistan. This is my first time studying in the UK. I chose LSE as it has a world-wide academic reputation. LSE is very diverse, so you can meet people from all around the world. The BSc Accounting and Finance is a unique opportunity to study the principles of accounting, finance and economics which can be applied in the modern world. It is a challenging learning experience for me and it has encouraged me to work hard! The teachers and lecturers are very friendly and always ready to help. You go to them with 100 problems, they will definitely give you 1000 solutions.”

Preliminary reading

If you would like to gain further insight into accounting and finance, we suggest that you browse some of these review papers/opinion pieces. Some of the readings are quite academic - do not worry about the details, the aim is to introduce you to some critical issues in accounting and finance.

Asness, C., G. Hubbard, M. Lipton, and, M. Strain, 2021, American Enterprise Roundtable: Was Milton Friedman Right about Shareholder Capitalism? Journal of Applied Corporate Finance , vol. 33 n.1, 2021. Alternative version available at Was Milton Friedman Right about Shareholder Capitalism? (harvard.edu) Ball, R., 2009, The Global Financial Crisis and the Efficient Market Hypothesis: What Have We Learned? Journal of Applied Corporate Finance , vol. 21 n.4. Ball, R., 2016, IFRS – 10 Year Later . Accounting and Business Research , vol. 46 n.5. Ball, R., 2023, By What Criteria Do We Evaluate Accounting? Working paper. Barth, M., 2022, Accounting Standards: the “Too Difficult” Box – the Next Big Accounting Issue? Accounting and Business Research , vol. 52 n.5, 2022. Full article: Accounting standards: the ‘too difficult’ box – the next big accounting issue? (tandfonline.com) Christensen, H.B., L. Hail, C. and Leuz, 2021, Mandatory CSR and Sustainability Reporting: Economic Analysis and Literature Review. Review of Accounting Studies , vol. 26 n.3. Free pre-print version at Mandatory CSR and sustainability reporting: economic analysis and literature review | SpringerLink Phalippou, L. and G. Brown, 2022, Should Private Companies Have the Same SEC Disclosure Requirements as Public Companies? A Debate. Journal of Applied Corporate Finance , vol. 34 n.3.   Srivastava, A. and S. Rajgopal, 2022, The Case for Reinventing Financial Reporting in the 21st Century . Journal of Applied Corporate Finance , vol. 34 n.4. Zimmerman, J., 2016, Private Equity, the Rise of Unicorns, and the Reincarnation of Control-based Accounting. Journal of Applied Corporate Finance , vol. 28 n.3. Zimmerman, J., 2022, A Positive Accounting Theorist’s Take on the End of Accounting. Journal of Applied Corporate Finance , vol. 34 n.4. For additional readings in Finance, please see the BSc Finance preliminary reading list. In addition, if you would like to familiarize yourself with the research areas of some of our Accounting faculty members (in bold), you may want to browse the following review papers or pieces written for wider audiences: Bhimani, A. , 2021. Accounting Disrupted: How Digitalization is Changing Finance . AICPA/Wiley. Beaver, W., M. Correia , and M. McNichols, 2011, Financial Statement Analysis and the Prediction of Financial Distress. Foundations and Trends in Accounting , vol. 5 n.2. Cascino, S. , M. Clatworthy, B. García Osma, J. Gassen, S. Imam, and T. Jeanjean, 2014, Who Uses Financial Reports and for What Purpose? Evidence from Capital Providers . Accounting in Europe , vol. 11 n.2. De George, E., L. Shivakumar and X. Li , 2016, A Review of the IFRS Adoption Literature . Review of Accounting Studies , vol. 21 n.3. Power, M. ed., 2016. Riskwork: Essays on the Organizational Life of Risk Management . Oxford University Press. Servaes, H. and A. Tamayo , 2017, The Role of Social Capital in Corporations: A Review . Oxford Review of Economic Policy , vol. n. 33. Van der Stede, W. , 2015, Management Accounting: Where From, Where Now, Where To? Journal of Management Accounting Research , vol. 27 n.1.

Quick Careers Facts for the Department of Accounting

Median salary of our UG students  15 months after graduating:   £31,000

Top 5 sectors our students work in:

• Accounting and Auditing
• Financial and Professional Services
• Real Estate, Environment and Energy
• Consultancy
• Education, Teaching and Research

The data was collected as part of the Graduate Outcomes survey, which is administered by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Graduates from 2019-20 were the third group to be asked to respond to Graduate Outcomes. Median salaries are calculated for respondents who are paid in UK pounds sterling and who were working in full-time employment.

Recent graduates of this programme have gone on to work in the areas of professional accountancy, investment banking, investment analysis, management consultancy and financial management, the public sector, as well as further academic study. 

If you successfully complete the degree, then depending on the optional courses you have taken, you may be eligible for exemptions from some examinations of the professional accountancy bodies.

Further information on graduate destinations for this programme Further information on professional training and exemptions

Anis Abdullah

BSc Accounting and Finance, 2011 Senior Associate, PwC

The BSc Accounting and Finance is a practical, technical degree which would be useful in any sector or industry.  joined corporate finance with PwC after graduation and worked primarily for public sector clients in health and transport, with clients such as the Department for Transport and the NHS. I'm involved in advising clients on transactions, policy shaping around the structures and funding for infrastructure projects and considering financial implications of these policies. I am now a chartered accountant and I’m taking on more responsibilities to manage teams in exciting projects. I’m also developing technical knowledge in a sector which is instrumental to the future of the UK economy. LSE's academic approach was rigorous and technical and the lecturers were very knowledgeable - a lot of the theories I learnt during my studies apply regularly to the line of work I'm in.

Support for your career

Many leading organisations give careers presentations at the School during the year, and  LSE Careers  has a wide range of resources available to assist students in their job search.

Accreditations

This programme is accredited by the following bodies for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations:

• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants(CIMA) through the Accredited degree accelerated route
• Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England (ICAEW)

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Come on a guided campus tour, attend an undergraduate open day, drop into our office or go on a self-guided tour.  Find out about opportunities to visit LSE .

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Student Marketing, Recruitment and Study Abroad travels throughout the UK and around the world to meet with prospective students. We visit schools, attend education fairs and also hold Destination LSE events: pre-departure events for offer holders.  Find details on LSE's upcoming visits .

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Please note that programmes offered by different institutions with similar names can vary quite significantly. We recommend researching the programmes you are interested in and taking into account the programme structure, teaching and assessment methods, and support services available.

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3 top tips for writing a great personal statement.

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Writing a personal statement can be a daunting challenge. I remember struggling to write my personal statement, not knowing where to even start. But it doesn’t need to be that hard! Here are my three top tips for writing a great personal statement.

1. Do your research

Personal statements are all about showing off to the university admissions team. In other words, you need to make sure you show them why the university you are applying to is right for you. One of the best ways of achieving this is through researching your university of choice and ensuring your personal statement is relevant to the programme you are applying to. For example, if a course you are applying for is more focused on a specific niche, then ensure you highlight your interest in this niche (assuming it’s true). A great place to start is by looking at the course outline of degree programmes that can often be found online. Here you will be able to find what topics are studied in the course. Touching on these topics in your personal statement is a great way of demonstrating that your interests are a great fit for the course you are applying to.

Once you have decided on which topics you are interested in and which are relevant to the courses you are applying to, you can choose which readings you want to discuss in your personal statement. These readings are key to showing you have gone beyond the school syllabus of your course and can show your interest in the subject. However, be careful to make sure that your personal statement is not simply a description of the readings that you have read. Instead, your readings discussed should act as tools and examples to back up the points you make in your personal statement.

Make sure when discussing the readings, you think critically about them. You don’t always have to agree with what the author says. In fact, disagreeing with the author can even be a great opportunity to demonstrate your ability to form your own judgements and analysis.

2. Show your Passion

One of the best tips I received whilst writing my personal statement was to show passion, don’t just say it. In other words, it is key for your personal statement to reflect your love for the subject implicitly. Instead of directly stating your interest in your subject through sentences such as “I am passionate about …”, you need to convey it.

A great way to demonstrate your passion for the topic is to illustrate how you engage with it. For example, in my personal statement, as a geography applicant, I talked about my participation in the geography society and my volunteering experiences. Here it is key to explain why these experiences are relevant to the course you are applying to, and what skills or knowledge you gained from the experience.

3. Structure your personal statement

Personal statements are a great way of demonstrating to the university admissions team that you can make clear coherent arguments in your writing. Consequently, it is very important to ensure your personal statements have a clear logical structure that supports the points you make. Moreover, as your personal statement can only be 4,000 characters it is essential that your arguments are straight to the point, as there is no room for waffle.

One of the best ways of achieving this is by organizing your personal statement into different sections, using paragraphs. There are many ways of achieving this and there is no “right” structure for a personal statement, but for my personal statement I included:

1) A short introduction as to why the course I chose is important to study, using a catchy first sentence to engage the reader.

2) A main body section, where I critically discussed some of the topics that I was interested in relevant to my course.

3) A short section at the end that talked about co-curricular activities that participated in such as Gold D of E. It is important here to not get too carried away from this last section of the personal statement, as universities will be primarily awarding places based on academic merit rather than extra-curricular activities.

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From an early age the vast world of economics has fascinated me, but it was only until a couple of years ago that my vivid interest for finance was sparked.

Money is a central component of any advanced modern society and mastering its complex mechanisms may enable one to understand how humans interact as a group.

The advanced economic and mathematic studies offered by my OIB french baccalaureate gave me the opportunity to study economic matters in depth like the credit cycle, or the 2008 crisis, a subject I really enjoy and for which I have had a particular interest after reading The Trillion Dollar Meltdown by Charles Morris last summer.

It became clear that financial markets are the pivotal point of our economy and that their deregulation only intensifies crashes. In addition, I watched Professor Shiller's lectures on financial markets which revealed to me the vast fields that finance has to offer.

My interest for the industry emerged when I joined my school finance club in 10th grade. The challenge offered in this course was enjoyable and I was soon elected head of the investing group.

One of our best transactions was investing in FRX just before their 25 billions$ merger with Actavis which created the global pharmaceutical leader both in the specialised and primary care sector; and allowed for a 55% ROI on our Wall Street Survivor transaction.

This training tool gave me some insight into the basis of investing taught in this class. Yet, I found the lessons oversimplified and had to satisfy my curiosity by reading the essays of financial magnates such as Warren Buffet and Benjamin Graham.

The detailed analysis of their strategies and market theories, especially on toxic bonds and long term schemes, enabled me to have a broader understanding of financial mechanisms, investing and accounting terms, the knowledge of which was put to great use during a six month term as budget manager for my school yearbook.

As part of my school MUN team, I have attended the Harlem conference in Holland where I was voted best delegate of my committee for both my oral and written contribution on a resolution concerning agricultural aids for developing nations.

Its main focus on how corruption should be fought and financial flows controlled was greatly inspired by my french baccalaureate research paper on money laundering for which I received the highest grade.

Adapting in an international environment is a necessary skill in our interconnected world, a skill which I have acquired attending multiple MUN conferences and working alongside multinational students.

Finance is a global sector where cultural diversity can only be valued. Having been born in Germany with French parents, I have always felt connected to other people and cultures which is one of the reasons why I want to study in Britain.

My six year experience in New-York gave me great perspectives and opportunities, like an internship at State Street's risk management department, an experience that not only opened many doors, but also revealed the professional and human skills required to thrive in this environment.

At the end of the week, I was asked to present a synthesis of what I had learned to a qualified group of bankers which was a perfect way to test my ability acquired in public speaking class, summarising and presenting complex material in a very short time period.

This internship made me realise that the power of money should be used to build and not to destroy.

Following this philosophy, I decided to organise a football tournament to raise funds for LP4Y, an organisation which aids the social and professional integration of young adults living in extreme poverty. This short, yet intense experience gave me the chance to work with professionals from both the sporting and financial worlds.

Having an international background, I feel that studying at a British university would continue substantially my multicultural education.

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Accounting & Finance personal statement from a French OIB student.

Applied to: LSE Warwick Bath Surrey Kent

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The fact that the 2013 Nobel Prize in Economics appeared to be the third Nobel Prize within the last twenty years awarded for research in the field of Asset Pricing has not been surprising to me. Although it is only one part of the broad field of financial market theory, having a closer look at Asset Pricing shows how it is a fascinating subject of great controversy, not least emphasised by the fact that the Prize was given to Eugene Fama as well as to Robert Shiller, a declared opponent of Fama’s hypothesis of efficient markets. Considering that Behavioural Finance has challenged Modern Portfolio Theory in recent years I remain unsure whether we will ever entirely understand Asset Pricing in financial markets. Therefore, discussing questions like this against the background of modern phenomena like “Bitcoin” is one of the reasons I intend to study Accounting and Finance on degree level.

My Abitur courses created the basis for me to seek a deeper understanding of Finance and its diverse subtopics. Maths proved essential for dealing with any business-related subject as it improved my analytical and numeracy skills. Business Administration and Accounting made me understand how financial statements build the foundation of financial decision-making, revealing the close connection between Accounting and Finance. With books like “How the City of London Works” and “The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life” drawing my interest to financial markets, I dealt with Graham’s approach on Value Investing in “The Intelligent Investor”. As both Graham’s methods as well as the success stories of people applying them, like Buffett, seem to contradict the proponents of efficient market theory, the fascinating controversy of financial market theory mentioned above is reinforced and makes me eager to learn more about this subject.

However, what makes Finance even more intriguing to me is its status as an integral part of our everyday life. Hearing my grandparents discuss how to invest their money, seeing my father think about whether to buy or lease a new car or my mother’s puzzled look after she received a letter from Continental AG informing her about her options during their capital increase, I understood that life is full of finance-related decisions. With that in mind, I think that studying Finance is not just gaining expertise but makes one a more educated person in life.

Working as a fundraiser for the German Red Cross not only challenged me in proving high endurance and my ability to cope with stress but also made me experience Finance at a very basic level. Interning at an investment consultancy and taking part in the elaboration of financial concepts enabled me to obtain a profound insight into financial markets from a practical point of view. As I found consulting people on financial issues appealing this experience reinforced my desire to turn my passion for Finance into a career and gave me a valuable understanding of business procedures and problem solving, which I plan to build on during my studies.

In my spare time, apart from my interest in languages and managing a virtual portfolio, I have always been committed to politics. Participating in a political debate contest and being in the executive committee of a local representation of Europe’s biggest political youth organization “Young Union” furthered my communication and leadership skills remarkably. In the course of the financial turmoil I noticed how politics is linked to financial issues, regarding monetary and fiscal policy has dominated the headlines for the last years.

During an internship in Ireland in 2012 I found that my open-mindedness in an international environment opens up new horizons and enables me to consider problems from a diverse range of perspectives. I assume to also meet such an environment when studying at a university in London which makes it the ideal place to discuss (my own) theories and ideas with similar minded people.

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This personal statement was part of this student’s successful application to LSE, University of Bath, University of Warwick  and Loughborough University for Accounting and Finance.

Did fair value accounting trigger the financial crisis, as Steve Forbes suggests? Or was it merely a catalyst in the catastrophe, as some assert? Does a laissez-faire economic system instil trust in stakeholders, or does it make them overconfident about their companies? I have not found convincing answers to these questions, hence my ambition to study the intricacies and complexities of the world of Accounting and Finance at university. 

To develop a deeper understanding on the significance of accounting in the 2008 Financial Crisis, I read the National Bureau of Economic Research working paper series. I agree that we cannot pinpoint fair value as the cause of the crisis, though it is imperative to impose stricter regulations on it; Frequent and accurate financial reporting would leave less room for manipulation. If banks were compelled to write down the value of assets as losses occur, it would ultimately alleviate the severity of the crisis. Thus we could shrink the bubble before it pops. If the crisis has taught us anything, it is to be prudent with leverage. Liabilities must have a limit.

In hindsight, we were unable to recognise the warning signals. The financial reports had portrayed the financial health of the economy, but we did not scrutinise them and possibly mitigate the impact it had. The numbers on the accounts seemed clear and unequivocal, yet we struggled to fully understand them. I embrace the challenge to achieve better understanding. Accounting is the fundamental language of the financial world, thus my wish to master it through a professional ICAEW qualification. Achieving the best Accounting result in secondary school initiated my interest in this subject. Knowing that the knowledge I obtained could be applied to studying a company’s financial performance, I was inspired to study this subject more comprehensively. Luca Pacioli’s systematic approach in recording transactions has revolutionised the financial world, and I wish to be part of this movement.

As a result of the crisis, I am determined to understand why companies close down on a micro level. Hence, I interned at CRS Advisory, a financial advisory firm that focuses on liquidation cases and constructing recovery schemes for companies in diverse fields. I was privileged to witness the administration process, and I took part in reviewing the financial documents of these companies. From this experience, I have learnt that liabilities should not be abused, and I realised how this was essentially the root to the financial crisis. Together with my team, we constructed recovery schemes for our clients, hoping that we could turn the business around before it goes into liquidation. Working in a close-knit team gave me an insight into how important teamwork is in the corporate world.  

Alongside being an interactive team member, I have developed my leadership capabilities through my experience of captaining my school’s volleyball team. Growing up under a Chinese educational system, I was inculcated with its traditional assiduous work ethic. Having transferred into an international school later on, I employ this attitude in everything I do, striving to always achieve my best. Being the Treasurer of the Interact Club has given me invaluable experience in controlling the cash-flow of the club. At the same time, I have learnt to uphold the values of integrity, a trait that is sacrosanct in the financial world. Looking back at the root of the crisis, if people had adhered to this value, the catastrophe would have been averted. Because of our greed, we often forget that integrity is the fundamental building block of the corporate world.  

With the rise of Asia as an unprecedented economic powerhouse, the pursuit of financial literacy is more crucial than ever. Always ready to step out of my comfort zone and show my adaptability, I am eager to experience new cultures in the UK. I am grateful for the little I know, and for how much there is yet to learn. 

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Touchstone Exploration Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial and Operating Results and Provides an Operational Update

CALGARY, AB / ACCESSWIRE / May 14, 2024 / Touchstone Exploration Inc. ("Touchstone", "we", "our" or the "Company") (TSX:TXP)(LSE:TXP) reports its financial and operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and provides an operational update.

Selected financial information is outlined below and should be read in conjunction with our March 31, 2024 unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements and related Management's discussion and analysis, both of which will be available under our profile on SEDAR+ ( www.sedarplus.ca ) and on our website ( www.touchstoneexploration.com ). Unless otherwise stated, all financial amounts presented herein are rounded to thousands of United States dollars, and all production volumes disclosed herein are sales volumes based on Company working interest before royalty burdens.

Paul R. Baay, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented:

" We are pleased to announce positive first quarter 2024 results during what has been a very busy time for the Company. Since coming onstream in September 2023, the Cascadura field has transformed Touchstone both operationally and financially, having contributed an estimated $20 million in operating netbacks, ahead of tying in the two further successfully drilled development wells from the surface location. Initial decline rates on our two producing Cascadura wells have been steeper than we first expected but we are learning more about the reservoir for further exploitation. We are maintaining our full year guidance given production increases are heavily weighted towards the fourth quarter of 2024.

As announced on May 1, 2024, we were delighted to reach an agreement with the Board of Directors of Trinity Exploration and Production Plc on the terms of a recommended all-share acquisition. We believe the benefits of the proposed transaction will provide further scale and strength to Touchstone in addition to growth opportunities that will be driven by the increased production of the two companies. We are excited at the greater flexibility such a deal would give us around future capital programs, in addition to allowing us to potentially accelerate our development plans.

We look forward to updating shareholders on our ongoing operating and corporate workstreams in due course. "

First Quarter 2024 Financial and Operating Highlights

• Achieved average quarterly production of 7,015 boe/d (80 percent natural gas), representing a 228 percent increase from first quarter 2023 average production volumes of 2,139 boe/d (40 percent natural gas). First quarter 2024 production decreased by 18 percent relative to 8,504 boe/d produced in the fourth quarter of 2023 (79 percent natural gas), mainly reflecting natural declines from our Cascadura field.
• Cascadura field production volumes in the quarter contributed $6,961,000 of net natural gas sales at an average realized price of $2.49 per Mcf and $1,657,000 of net NGL sales at an average realized price of $69.59 per barrel.
• Natural gas production from the Coho-1 well averaged net volumes of 2.8 MMcf/d (460 boe/d) in the quarter and contributed $542,000 of net natural gas sales at an average realized price of $2.16 per Mcf.
• Crude oil production from our legacy fields contributed $7,424,000 of net sales at an average realized price of $69.95.
• Generated an operating netback of $10,463,000, a 24 percent decrease from the fourth quarter of 2023, primarily due to decreased natural gas and NGL sales volumes.
• Achieved quarterly funds flow from operations of $6,142,000 in the first quarter of 2024 compared to $10,489,000 in the preceding quarter.
• Delivered net earnings of $3,628,000 ($0.02 per basic and diluted share).
• $11,962,000 in quarterly capital investments primarily focused on expenditures directed towards one CO-1 crude oil development well and two Cascadura development wells, and progressing construction on the flowline from the Cascadura C surface location to the Cascadura natural gas processing facility.
• Exited the first quarter of 2024 with a cash balance of $9,537,000 and a net debt position of $27,621,000, resulting in a reduced net debt to annual funds flow from operations ratio of 1.45 times.

Post Period-end Highlights

• Successfully drilled and cased the CO-375 development on our CO-1 block, with openhole logs and drilling data indicating a sand thickness of approximately 530 feet in the Forest Formation and approximately 625 feet in the Cruse Formation.
• On April 18, 2024 we executed a third amended and restated loan agreement with our existing lender providing for an additional $13 million of bank debt capacity, which will be used to finance our previously announced initial 2024 capital program.
• On May 1, 2024, we announced that we reached an agreement with the Board of Directors of Trinity Exploration and Production Plc on the terms of a recommended all-share acquisition.

First Quarter 2024 Financial and Operating Results Overview

• Refer to " Advisories - Product Type Disclosures " for further information.
• In the table above and elsewhere in this news release, references to "boe" mean barrels of oil equivalent that are calculated using the energy equivalent conversion method. Refer to " Advisories - Oil and Natural Gas Measures " for further information.
• Non-GAAP financial measure. See the " Advisories - Non-GAAP Financial Measures " for further information.

Outlook and Guidance

Our 2024 capital program is progressing as planned, with four of the six wells in the program successfully drilled and cased. Road and pipeline construction to tie-in our two recently drilled Cascadura development wells to our natural gas facility is progressing and we expect the infrastructure will complete prior to the end of the third quarter of 2024.

Although Cascadura field production has declined higher than originally anticipated, we currently forecast to maintain our preliminary 2024 guidance announced on December 19, 2023. The material forecasted 2024 production increase is expected to be weighted to the fourth quarter of 2024 based on estimated initial production from our two recently drilled Cascadura development wells. Management will update its 2024 guidance for the proposed acquisition of Trinity Exploration and Production Plc if and when appropriate.

Operational Update

The Cascadura field produced approximately 5,388 boe/d (95 percent natural gas) in the first quarter of 2024, representing 77 percent of our total quarterly net production. Since initial production in September 2023 through March 31, 2024, our Cascadura-1ST1 and Cascadura Deep-1 wells have cumulatively produced approximately 8.77 Bcf of gross natural gas volumes (net - 7.02 Bcf) and over 121,000 barrels of gross NGLs (net - 97,000 barrels) in 208 total days. Over the same period, the field has contributed a net operating netback of approximately $19.96 million.

During the first seven-months of production we have continually monitored and optimized natural gas rates from the two Cascadura wells. In the Cascadura-1ST1 well, we replaced the original choke valve with a larger valve. In the Cascadura Deep-1 well, we ran a production logging tool to indicate the source of gas within the wellbore and we added perforations above and below the original completion interval which marginally increased production. Both Cascadura-1ST1 and Cascadura Deep-1 continue to produce through surface chokes to control pressure.

Production in the first quarter of 2024 was impacted by natural declines as well as approximately six days of downtime in the Cascadura Deep-1 well associated with the operations noted above. Based on our analysis to date, including higher than expected initial decline rates as compared to pre-production models, the wells are exhibiting a dual porosity/permeability system which indicate that production is derived from both sand porosity/permeability as well as a fracture porosity system. A fracture porosity system can deliver high initial production rates and pressure which can decline quickly while sand matrix porosity/permeability may deliver at lower production rates for longer periods of time.

Given the nature of the production, and the apparent influences of natural fractures in the structure, we have commenced a feasibility study to determine the potential benefits of a stimulation program to optimize natural gas and associated liquids recovery from the wells.

CO-1 Drilling Operations

The CO-375 development well, located on our CO-1 block, was spud on April 3, 2024 and reached a total depth of 6,500 feet on April 30, 2024. The Forest Formation, which was the secondary target, was observed at a depth of 2,805 feet and the primary Cruse Formation target was encountered at a depth of 4,598 feet. Drilling samples and openhole wireline logs indicated the presence of sands in both formations. The Forest Formation indicated 530 feet of sand, with approximately 250 feet of net hydrocarbon pay. Similarly, the Cruse Formation indicated 625 feet of sand, with an estimated 240 feet of net hydrocarbon pay. The well has been cased in preparation for oil production and the drilling rig has been released.

The completion rig was mobilized to the surface location and completion operations are underway on the CO-374 well, following which the CO-375 well will be completed. We expect that both development wells will be online by the end of May 2024.

In April 2024, we produced average net volumes of 5,940 boe/d as follows:

• natural gas sales volumes of 25.4 MMcf/d or 4,226 boe/d with a realized price of $2.51 per Mcf; and
• natural gas liquids volumes of 134 bbls/d with an average realized price of $76.12 per barrel;
• Coho net average natural gas sales volumes were 2.6 MMcf/d or 426 boe/d at a realized price of $2.28 per Mcf (excluding third party processing fees); and
• average net daily crude oil sales volumes were 1,154 bbls/d with an average realized price of $76.12 per barrel.

2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders

Touchstone's virtual-only Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Meeting") will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. (Mountain time).

Registered and beneficial shareholders will be mailed a notice-and-access notification and form of proxy on or around May 17, 2024, advising as to the electronic availability of the Meeting materials, including the 2024 Management Information Circular, the 2023 audited consolidated financial statements and related Management's discussion and analysis.

For holders of our depositary interests, hard copies of our Management Information Circular and form of direction will be mailed on or about May 17, 2024.

Subsequent to the mailing date, the Meeting materials will be available on our website ( www.touchstoneexploration.com/investors/shareholder-meetings ) and under our profile on SEDAR+ ( www.sedarplus.ca ).

Management Update

As Touchstone continues to pursue its growth strategy and operations are becoming engineering intensive, Touchstone is pleased to announce that Mr. Brian Hollingshead has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Engineering and Business Development. In addition to joining our executive team, Mr. Hollingshead will oversee our production, engineering and facilities departments. In conjunction, Mr. James Shipka's title has been amended from Chief Operating Officer to Executive Vice President, Asset Development and HSE, where he will continue to lead our HSE, drilling and subsurface teams.

Touchstone Exploration Inc.

Touchstone Exploration Inc. is a Calgary, Alberta based company engaged in the business of acquiring interests in petroleum and natural gas rights and the exploration, development, production and sale of petroleum and natural gas. Touchstone is currently active in onshore properties located in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. The Company's common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange under the symbol "TXP".

For further information about Touchstone, please visit our website at www.touchstoneexploration.com or contact:

Mr. Paul Baay, President and Chief Executive Officer Mr. Scott Budau, Chief Financial Officer Mr. James Shipka, EVP Asset Development and HSE Telephone: 403.750.4487

Forward-looking Statements

The information provided in this news release contains certain forward-looking statements and information (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, forecasts, estimates, expectations and objectives for future operations that are subject to assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and are generally, but not always, identified by the words "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "intend", "maintain", "continue to", "pursue", "design", "result in", "sustain" "estimate", "potential", "growth", "near-term", "long-term", "forecast", "contingent" and similar expressions, or are events or conditions that "will", "would", "may", "could" or "should" occur or be achieved. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release speak only as of the date hereof and are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.

Specifically, this news release includes, but is not limited to, forward-looking statements relating to: the Company's business plans, strategies, priorities and development plans; Touchstone's preliminary 2024 guidance; the anticipated increase in 2024 annual average production from 2024 capital spending and the cash flows therefrom; anticipated timing of developmental and exploration drilling production; expected drilling activities, including locations and the timing thereof; anticipated timing of well tie-in operations and production coming online; expectations that proceeds from the Company's amended loan agreement will be able to fully finance its 2024 capital program; the Company's proposed acquisition of Trinity Exploration and Production Plc, including the Company's expectation that the proposed acquisition will close under the announced terms, the timing thereof, and the benefits to be derived from the proposed acquisition; the quality and quantity of prospective hydrocarbon accumulations based on openhole wireline logs and drilling data, including the Company's interpretations thereof; expected completion activities, including locations and the timing thereof and the expected timing of production therefrom; the Company's expectation of conducting future well optimization activities; and Touchstone's current and future financial position, including the sufficiency of resources to fund future capital expenditures and maintain financial liquidity. The Company's actual decisions, activities, results, performance, or achievement could differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, such forward-looking statements and accordingly, no assurances can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur or, if any of them do, what benefits that Touchstone will derive from them.

This news release contains future-oriented financial information and financial outlook information (collectively, "FOFI") about Touchstone's prospective results of operations and production included in its preliminary 2024 guidance, all of which are subject to the same assumptions, risk factors, limitations, and qualifications as set forth in the paragraphs above. The FOFI contained in this news release was made as of the date of this news release and was provided for the purpose of providing further information about Touchstone's future business operations. This information has been provided for illustration only and, with respect to future periods, is based on budgets and forecasts that are speculative and are subject to a variety of contingencies and may not be appropriate for other purposes. Touchstone and its Management believe that FOFI has been prepared on a reasonable basis, reflecting Management's best estimates and judgments, and represents, to the best of Management's knowledge and opinion, the Company's expected course of action. However, because this information is highly subjective, it should not be relied on as necessarily indicative of future results. Touchstone disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any FOFI contained herein, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required pursuant to applicable law. Readers are cautioned that the FOFI contained herein should not be used for purposes other than for which it is disclosed herein, and the financial outlook information contained herein is not conclusive and is subject to change. The actual results of the Company's operations and the resulting financial results will vary from the amounts set forth herein and such variations may be material.

For further information regarding Touchstone's preliminary 2024 guidance and the related advisories thereto, refer to the Company's news release dated December 19, 2023 entitled " Touchstone Announces 2024 Capital Budget, Preliminary 2024 Guidance and an Operational Update " and the Company's most recent Management's discussion and analysis for the three months ended March 31, 2024 accompanying our March 31, 2024 unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements. For further information regarding the Company's proposed Acquisition of Trinity Exploration and Production Plc and the related advisories thereto, please refer refer to the Company's news release dated May 1, 2024 entitled " Touchstone Exploration Announces Acquisition of Trinity Exploration and Production PLC " and the Rule 2.7 Announcement. All of the above referenced documents are available online on our SEDAR+ profile ( www.sedarplus.ca ) and website ( www.touchstoneexploration.com ).

Although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which the forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements because the Company can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks. Certain of these risks are set out in more detail in the Company's 2023 Annual Information Form dated March 20, 2024 which will be available under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ ( www.sedarplus.ca ) and on the Company's website ( www.touchstoneexploration.com ). The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof, and except as may be required by applicable securities laws, the Company assumes no obligation or intent to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements made herein or otherwise, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This news release references various non-GAAP financial measures, non-GAAP ratios, capital management measures and supplementary financial measures as such terms are defined in National Instrument 52-112 Non-GAAP and Other Financial Measures Disclosure . Such measures are not recognized measures under Canadian Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") and do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by International Financial Reporting Accounting Standards ("IFRS") and therefore may not be comparable to similar financial measures disclosed by other issuers. Readers are cautioned that the non-GAAP financial measures referred to herein should not be construed as alternatives to, or more meaningful than, measures prescribed by IFRS, and they are not meant to enhance the Company's reported financial performance or position. These are complementary measures that are commonly used in the oil and natural gas industry and by the Company to provide shareholders and potential investors with additional information regarding the Company's performance. Below is a description of the non-GAAP financial measures, non-GAAP ratios, capital management measures and supplementary financial measures disclosed herein.

Funds flow from operations

Funds flow from operations is included in the Company's consolidated statements of cash flows. Touchstone considers funds flow from operations to be a key measure of operating performance as it demonstrates the Company's ability to generate the funds necessary to finance capital expenditures and repay debt. Management believes that by excluding the temporary impact of changes in non-cash operating working capital, funds flow from operations provides a useful measure of the Company's ability to generate cash that is not subject to short-term movements in non-cash operating working capital.

Operating netback

Touchstone uses operating netback as a key performance indicator of field results. The Company considers operating netback to be a key measure as it demonstrates Touchstone's profitability relative to current commodity prices and assists Management and investors with evaluating operating results on a historical basis. Operating netback is a non-GAAP financial measure calculated by deducting royalties and operating expenses from petroleum and natural gas sales. The most directly comparable financial measure to operating netback disclosed in the Company's consolidated financial statements is petroleum and natural gas revenue net of royalties. Operating netback per boe is a non-GAAP ratio calculated by dividing the operating netback by total production volumes for the period. Presenting operating netback on a per boe basis allows Management to better analyze performance against prior periods on a comparable basis.

Capital expenditures

Capital expenditures is a non-GAAP financial measure that is calculated as the sum of exploration and evaluation asset expenditures and property, plant and equipment expenditures included in the Company's consolidated statements of cash flows and is most directly comparable to cash used in investing activities. Touchstone considers capital expenditures to be a useful measure of its investment in its asset base.

Working capital and net debt

Working capital and net debt are capital management measures used by Management to monitor the Company's capital structure to evaluate its true debt and liquidity position and to manage capital and liquidity risk. Working capital is calculated by subtracting current liabilities from current assets as they appear on the applicable consolidated balance sheet. Net debt is calculated by summing the Company's working capital and the principal (undiscounted) long-term amount of senior secured debt and is most directly comparable to total liabilities.

Net debt to funds flow from operations ratio

The Company monitors its capital structure using a net debt to funds flow from operations ratio, which is a non-GAAP ratio and a capital management measure calculated as the ratio of the Company's net debt to trailing twelve months funds flow from operations for any given period.

Supplementary Financial Measures

Realized commodity price per boe - is comprised of petroleum and natural gas sales as determined in accordance with IFRS, divided by the Company's total production volumes for the period.

Royalties per boe - is comprised of royalties as determined in accordance with IFRS, divided by the Company's total production volumes for the period.

Operating expenses per boe - is comprised of operating expenses as determined in accordance with IFRS, divided by the Company's total production volumes for the period.

For further information, please refer to the " Advisories - Non-GAAP Financial Measures " section of the Company's most recent Management's discussion and analysis for the three months ended March 31, 2024 accompanying our March 31, 2024 unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements, both of which will be available on our website ( www.touchstoneexploration.com ) and under our SEDAR+ profile ( www.sedarplus.ca ).

Oil and Natural Gas Measures

Where applicable, natural gas has been converted to barrels of oil equivalent (boe) based on six thousand cubic feet (Mcf) to one barrel (bbl) of oil. The barrel of oil equivalent rate is based on an energy equivalent conversion method primarily applicable at the burner tip and given that the value ratio based on the current price of crude oil as compared to natural gas is significantly different than the energy equivalency of the 6:1 conversion ratio, utilizing the 6:1 conversion ratio may be misleading as an indication of value. This conversion factor is an industry accepted norm and is not based on either energy content or prices.

Product Type Disclosures

This news release includes references to crude oil, NGLs, natural gas, and average daily production volumes. Under National Instrument 51-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Oil and Gas Activities ("NI 51-101"), disclosure of production volumes should include segmentation by product type as defined in the instrument. In this MD&A, references to "crude oil" refer to "light crude oil and medium crude oil" and "heavy crude oil" combined product types; references to "NGLs" refer to condensate; and references to "natural gas" refer to the "conventional natural gas" product type, all as defined in the instrument. In addition, references to "crude oil and liquids" herein include crude oil and NGLs.

For information regarding specific product disclosures in accordance with NI 51-101, please refer to the " Advisories - Product Type Disclosures " section in the Company's most recent Management's discussion and analysis for the three months ended March 31, 2024 accompanying our March 31, 2024 unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements, both of which will be available on our website ( www.touchstoneexploration.com ) and under our SEDAR+ profile ( www.sedarplus.ca ).

Abbreviations

The following abbreviations are referenced in this news release:

bbls/d barrels per day

boe barrels of oil equivalent

boe/d barrels of oil equivalent per day

NGLs natural gas liquids

Mcf thousand cubic feet

Mcf/d thousand cubic feet per day

MMcf million cubic feet

MMcf/d million cubic feet per day

Bcf billion cubic feet

SOURCE: Touchstone Exploration, Inc.

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• Starting 2024
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• Location: Houghton Street, London

The MSc Accounting, Organisations and Institutions is a unique programme which gives you the opportunity to study the interface between accounting, organisations and institutions drawing on a variety of social science perspectives.

The core course will introduce you to fundamental issues at stake in the interrelationships between accounting, risk management, organisational performance, and institutional frameworks for accountability. The programme also addresses key design issues for accounting, risk and management control systems, and their operation and regulation in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors.

This programme is distinctive in its approach and different from a traditional accounting and finance master’s programme. Indeed, it does not require a background in accounting, and students with a good initial training in the humanities or the social or natural sciences, and with good essay writing skills, are strongly encouraged to apply. Yet, the programme is also suitable for those students with an accounting background who wish to develop a deeper knowledge of the organisational and institutional context of accounting.

Because of its breadth, this master’s programme is very flexible and prepares students for a wide range of potential careers in accounting, auditing and assurance, financial management, risk management, management consultancy, and regulation, in a variety of for-profit and non-profit organisations globally. The degree also provides solid intellectual preparation for those aspiring to embark on academic research in the field of accounting.

The programme is housed within the Department of Accounting, which is widely recognised throughout Europe for its excellence in accounting and financial management research and education, as well as for its leading role in public policy issues. The interface between accounting and managers, organisations, institutions, public policy and regulatory bodies is a particular teaching and research strength of the Department.

Programme details

For more information about tuition fees and entry requirements, see the fees and funding and assessing your application sections.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements for msc accounting, organisations and institutions.

Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in any discipline.

Competition for places at the School is high. This means that even if you meet the minimum entry requirement, this does not guarantee you an offer of admission.

Given the high competition for places on this programme, you should indicate your interest in this programme specifically as your first choice in order to maximise the prospect of admission to the programme. You should therefore note the differentiated nature of the graduate programmes in the Department, and are advised to identify your first choice accordingly. Admissions selectors place considerable weight on the written personal statement as evidence of motivation and capability and applicants should consider carefully why they are applying specifically for MSc Accounting, Organisations and Institutions. Please also note that transfers between programmes are not normally permitted.

If you have studied or are studying outside of the UK then have a look at our  Information for International Students  to find out the entry requirements that apply to you.

Assessing your application

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified prospective students and want to recruit students with the very best academic merit, potential and motivation, irrespective of their background.

We carefully consider each application on an individual basis, taking into account all the information presented on your application form, including your:

- academic achievement (including predicted and achieved grades) - statement of academic purpose - two academic references - CV

See further information on supporting documents

You may also have to provide evidence of your English proficiency, although you do not need to provide this at the time of your application to LSE.  See our English language requirements .

When to apply

Applications for this programme are considered on a rolling basis, meaning the programme will close once it becomes full. There is no fixed deadline by which you need to apply, however, to be considered for any LSE funding opportunity, you must have submitted your application and all supporting documents by the funding deadline. See the fees and funding section for more details. 

Fees and funding

Every graduate student is charged a fee for their programme.

The fee covers registration and examination fees payable to the School, lectures, classes and individual supervision, lectures given at other colleges under intercollegiate arrangements and, under current arrangements, membership of the Students' Union. It does not cover living costs or travel or fieldwork.

Tuition fees 2024/25 for MSc Accounting, Organisations and Institutions

Home students: £35,472 Overseas students £36,168

The Table of Fees shows the latest tuition amounts for all programmes offered by the School.

The amount of tuition fees you will need to pay, and any financial support you are eligible for, will depend on whether you are classified as a home or overseas student, otherwise known as your fee status. LSE assesses your fee status based on guidelines provided by the Department of Education.

Further information about fee status classification.

Fee reduction

Students who completed undergraduate study at LSE and are beginning taught graduate study at the School are eligible for a fee reduction of around 10 per cent of the fee.

Scholarships and other funding

The School recognises that the  cost of living in London  may be higher than in your home town or country, and we provide generous scholarships each year to home and overseas students.

This programme is eligible for needs-based awards from LSE, including the  Graduate Support Scheme ,  Master's Awards , and  Anniversary Scholarships . 

Selection for any funding opportunity is based on receipt of an offer for a place and submitting a Graduate Financial Support application, before the funding deadline. Funding deadline for needs-based awards from LSE:  25 April 2024 .

In addition to our needs-based awards, LSE also makes available scholarships for students from specific regions of the world and awards for students studying specific subject areas.  Find out more about financial support.

Government tuition fee loans and external funding

A postgraduate loan is available from the UK government for eligible students studying for a first master’s programme, to help with fees and living costs. Some other governments and organisations also offer tuition fee loan schemes.

Find out more about tuition fee loans

Further information

Fees and funding opportunities

Information for international students

LSE is an international community, with over 140 nationalities represented amongst its student body. We celebrate this diversity through everything we do.  

If you are applying to LSE from outside of the UK then take a look at our Information for International students . 

1) Take a note of the UK qualifications we require for your programme of interest (found in the ‘Entry requirements’ section of this page). 

2) Go to the International Students section of our website. 

3) Select your country. 

4) Select ‘Graduate entry requirements’ and scroll until you arrive at the information about your local/national qualification. Compare the stated UK entry requirements listed on this page with the local/national entry requirement listed on your country specific page.

Programme structure and courses

You will need to successfully complete the equivalent of four full-unit courses to meet the requirements of the MSc Accounting, Organisations and Institutions programme. At the start of the programme a short, focused, introductory course on accounting practices and techniques will be held. This is followed by teaching on examined courses up to a total of four full units. Importance is placed on developing the highest level of analytical skills with a focus on practice.

Please note ten-month full-time only master's programmes are not compliant with the Bologna process, which may affect the extent to which they are 'recognised'. For more information on Bologna, please see  Bologna process )

(* denotes a half unit course)

Accounting, Organisations and Institutions   This is the programme core course and provides students with an advanced understanding of the changing role and position of accounting and risk management practices in organisations, both public and private, and within societies more generally.

Accounting, Strategy and Control* Provides an introduction to issues of accounting information and cost management, managerial decision-making and performance management. And Accountability, Organisations and Risk Management* Provides an introduction to core issues in corporate governance and risk management.

Students with little or no accounting background must take the following courses: Management Accounting, Decisions and Control *   Provides an introduction to issues of accounting information and cost management, managerial decision making and performance management. And Financial Accounting, Reporting and Disclosure * Delivers an introduction to financial accounting and highlights aspects of reporting that are important to users of financial information.

Students with a proven and demonstrable competence in accounting must take more advanced courses in accounting to the value of one unit from a range of options 

For the most up-to-date list of optional courses please visit the relevant School Calendar page . 

You must note, however, that while care has been taken to ensure that this information is up to date and correct, a change of circumstances since publication may cause the School to change, suspend or withdraw a course or programme of study, or change the fees that apply to it. The School will always notify the affected parties as early as practicably possible and propose any viable and relevant alternative options. Note that the School will neither be liable for information that after publication becomes inaccurate or irrelevant, nor for changing, suspending or withdrawing a course or programme of study due to events outside of its control, which includes but is not limited to a lack of demand for a course or programme of study, industrial action, fire, flood or other environmental or physical damage to premises.

You must also note that places are limited on some courses and/or subject to specific entry requirements. The School cannot therefore guarantee you a place. Please note that changes to programmes and courses can sometimes occur after you have accepted your offer of a place. These changes are normally made in light of developments in the discipline or path-breaking research, or on the basis of student feedback. Changes can take the form of altered course content, teaching formats or assessment modes. Any such changes are intended to enhance the student learning experience. You should visit the School’s  Calendar , or contact the relevant academic department, for information on the availability and/or content of courses and programmes of study. Certain substantive changes will be listed on the  updated graduate course and programme information  page.

Teaching and assessment

Contact hours and independent study.

The average taught course contact hours per half unit is 20-30 hours and a full unit is 40-60 hours. Hours vary according to courses and you can view indicative details in the Calendar  within the Teaching section of each course guide .

A short, focused, introductory course on accounting practices and techniques will be held at the beginning of the programme. Thereafter, you take examined courses up to a total of four full units. The average number of contact hours per week is 12 hours, which includes lectures and seminars. Office hours with teachers and your academic adviser are available in addition to this. Your academic adviser will be available for guidance and advice on academic or personal concerns.

You are also expected to complete independent study outside of class time. This varies depending on the programme, but requires you to manage the majority of your study time yourself, by engaging in activities such as reading, note-taking, thinking and research.

Teaching methods

Courses are taught in lecture and class or seminar format. Lectures introduce the core theoretical and technical concepts, whilst their associated classes allow you to discuss and apply these concepts through exercises and in-depth study. Seminars allow for the focused study of key concepts in a more informal style and may involve presentations by students on selected course materials. Many teachers adopt a variety of teaching methods to deliver their courses, such as class exercises, team presentations, individual or group work, or case study discussions.

LSE is internationally recognised for its teaching and research and therefore employs a rich variety of teaching staff with a range of experience and status. Courses may be taught by individual members of faculty, such as lecturers, senior lecturers, readers, associate professors and professors. Many departments now also employ guest teachers and visiting members of staff, LSE teaching fellows and graduate teaching assistants who are usually doctoral research students and in the majority of cases, teach on undergraduate courses only. You can view indicative details for the teacher responsible for each course in the relevant  course guide .

All taught courses are required to include formative coursework which is unassessed. It is designed to help prepare you for summative assessment which counts towards the course mark and to the degree award. LSE uses a range of formative assessment, such as essays, problem sets, case studies, reports, quizzes, mock exams and many others. Summative assessment may be conducted during the course or by final examination at the end of the course. An indication of the formative coursework and summative assessment for each course can be found in the relevant  course guide .

Academic support

You will also be assigned an academic mentor who will be available for guidance and advice on academic or personal concerns.

There are many opportunities to extend your learning outside the classroom and complement your academic studies at LSE.  LSE LIFE  is the School’s centre for academic, personal and professional development. Some of the services on offer include: guidance and hands-on practice of the key skills you will need to do well at LSE: effective reading, academic writing and critical thinking; workshops related to how to adapt to new or difficult situations, including development of skills for leadership, study/work/life balance and preparing for the world of work; and advice and practice on working in study groups and on cross-cultural communication and teamwork.

LSE is committed to enabling all students to achieve their full potential and the School’s  Disability and Wellbeing Service  provides a free, confidential service to all LSE students and is a first point of contact for all disabled students.

Student support and resouces

We’re here to help and support you throughout your time at LSE, whether you need help with your academic studies, support with your welfare and wellbeing or simply to develop on a personal and professional level.

Whatever your query, big or small, there are a range of people you can speak to who will be happy to help.  

Department librarians   – they will be able to help you navigate the library and maximise its resources during your studies. 

Accommodation service  – they can offer advice on living in halls and offer guidance on private accommodation related queries.

Class teachers and seminar leaders  – they will be able to assist with queries relating to specific courses. 

Disability and Wellbeing Service  – they are experts in long-term health conditions, sensory impairments, mental health and specific learning difficulties. They offer confidential and free services such as  student counselling,  a  peer support scheme  and arranging  exam adjustments.  They run groups and workshops.  

IT help  – support is available 24 hours a day to assist with all your technology queries.   

LSE Faith Centre  – this is home to LSE's diverse religious activities and transformational interfaith leadership programmes, as well as a space for worship, prayer and quiet reflection. It includes Islamic prayer rooms and a main space for worship. It is also a space for wellbeing classes on campus and is open to all students and staff from all faiths and none.   

Language Centre  – the Centre specialises in offering language courses targeted to the needs of students and practitioners in the social sciences. We offer pre-course English for Academic Purposes programmes; English language support during your studies; modern language courses in nine languages; proofreading, translation and document authentication; and language learning community activities.

LSE Careers  ­ – with the help of LSE Careers, you can make the most of the opportunities that London has to offer. Whatever your career plans, LSE Careers will work with you, connecting you to opportunities and experiences from internships and volunteering to networking events and employer and alumni insights. 

LSE Library   –   founded in 1896, the British Library of Political and Economic Science is the major international library of the social sciences. It stays open late, has lots of excellent resources and is a great place to study. As an LSE student, you’ll have access to a number of other academic libraries in Greater London and nationwide. 

LSE LIFE  – this is where you should go to develop skills you’ll use as a student and beyond. The centre runs talks and workshops on skills you’ll find useful in the classroom; offers one-to-one sessions with study advisers who can help you with reading, making notes, writing, research and exam revision; and provides drop-in sessions for academic and personal support. (See ‘Teaching and assessment’). 

LSE Students’ Union (LSESU)  – they offer academic, personal and financial advice and funding.  

PhD Academy   – this is available for PhD students, wherever they are, to take part in interdisciplinary events and other professional development activities and access all the services related to their registration. 

Sardinia House Dental Practice   – this   offers discounted private dental services to LSE students.  

St Philips Medical Centre  – based in Pethwick-Lawrence House, the Centre provides NHS Primary Care services to registered patients.

Student Services Centre  – our staff here can answer general queries and can point you in the direction of other LSE services.  

Student advisers   – we have a  Deputy Head of Student Services (Advice and Policy)  and an  Adviser to Women Students  who can help with academic and pastoral matters.

Student life

As a student at LSE you’ll be based at our central London campus. Find out what our campus and London have to offer you on academic, social and career perspective. 

Student societies and activities

Your time at LSE is not just about studying, there are plenty of ways to get involved in  extracurricular activities . From joining one of over 200 societies, or starting your own society, to volunteering for a local charity, or attending a public lecture by a world-leading figure, there is a lot to choose from. 

The campus 

LSE is based on one  campus  in the centre of London. Despite the busy feel of the surrounding area, many of the streets around campus are pedestrianised, meaning the campus feels like a real community. 

Life in London 

London is an exciting, vibrant and colourful city. It's also an academic city, with more than 400,000 university students. Whatever your interests or appetite you will find something to suit your palate and pocket in this truly international capital. Make the most of career opportunities and social activities, theatre, museums, music and more. 

Want to find out more? Read why we think  London is a fantastic student city , find out about  key sights, places and experiences for new Londoners . Don't fear, London doesn't have to be super expensive: hear about  London on a budget . 

Student stories

Darya kalibabchuk.

The AOI programme provides the opportunity to gain a deep knowledge of technical accounting and at the same time challenges the student to look beyond the pure technicalities of the subject. In addition, the programme offers the chance to combine the core accounting subjects with a wide range of other courses from non-accounting areas (e.g. finance, law, politics). Right after my master's I started a graduate scheme in financial management with General Electric (GE) Capital. The graduate scheme involves moving every 6 months to a different location, business and financial management related function. Hence, I am benefitting from the skills acquired and concepts learnt during my year at LSE.

My personal LSE experience also goes far beyond the pure academic knowledge. The most unique aspect of the LSE, were the people I shared my experience with. Never before had I met so many people from that many different countries with such exceptional backgrounds. It has been and will certainly remain one of the most memorable years of my life. 

Jiaren Liang

This programme provided a unique opportunity to enhance my competitive edge in the current global job market. The School has a distinguished reputation in social sciences and a cosmopolitan character. The AOI programme encourages students from diverse academic backgrounds to bring brand new perspectives to challenge the teaching and research of the School.

I really enjoyed the academic freedom at LSE. Students do not always need to agree with everything they are taught. In fact, the faculty expects students to take risks to challenge them. The AOI programme moves very fast. Some readings can be intimidating. The core paper is cross-disciplinary and taught from a social science perspective, students are invited to think outside the box in order to see a bigger picture.

Preliminary reading

C S Chapman, D J Cooper and P Miller (eds.) Accounting, Organizations and Institutions  (Oxford University Press, 2012)

Quick Careers Facts for the Department of Accounting

Median salary of our PG students 15 months after graduating: £35,000          

Top 5 sectors our students work in:

• Financial and Professional Services              
• Accounting and Auditing              
• FMCG, Manufacturing and Retail              
• Insurance           
• Law and Legal Services

The data was collected as part of the Graduate Outcomes survey, which is administered by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Graduates from 2020-21 were the fourth group to be asked to respond to Graduate Outcomes. Median salaries are calculated for respondents who are paid in UK pounds sterling and who were working in full-time employment.

Students who successfully complete the MSc Accounting, Organisations and Institutions programme pursue careers across a wide range of sectors, in financial institutions, accounting firms, management consulting, industry, government and academia.

Companies who have employed recent graduates from this programme include Bain & Company, Bank of New York Mellon, Barclays Capital, BlackRock, Crédit Agricole, Crowe Horwath, General Electric, JP Morgan, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, PwC, KPMG, Proctor & Gamble, Merrill Lynch, Mondelez, EMI Music, Nordea Bank, Royal Dutch Shell, Schroders and Strategic Asset Partners LLP.

Further information on graduate destinations for this programme

Erkan Ozguc

LSE is a brand that covers quality, challenge, and change. The thing that I liked most and felt most challenging about the LSE and the AOI programme was the constant practices to motivate and encourage students to adopt the culture of discussion as an inseparable part of their lives. The MSc Accounting Organisations and Institutions (AOI) programme at LSE, with its compulsory and wide range of elective courses, forces you to think wider, harder, deeper, and to be more productive.  I am continuing my career as an expert at the Capital Markets Board of Turkey, which is the regulatory authority in charge of Turkish capital markets. The AOI programme equipped me with a wider perspective on the regulation side in the sense that I am now able to better analyse and comment on the possible returns and side effects of a possible regulatory change with the help of my highly improved skills especially at accounting and law.

Support for your career

Many leading organisations give careers presentations at the School during the year, and LSE Careers has a wide range of resources available to assist students in their job search. Find out more about the  support available to students through LSE Careers .

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Discover more about being an LSE student - meet us in a city near you, visit our campus or experience LSE from home. 

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Webinars, videos, student blogs and student video diaries will help you gain an insight into what it's like to study at LSE for those that aren't able to make it to our campus.  Experience LSE from home . 

Come on a guided campus tour, attend an undergraduate open day, drop into our office or go on a self-guided tour.  Find out about opportunities to visit LSE . 

LSE visits you

Student Marketing, Recruitment and Study Abroad travels throughout the UK and around the world to meet with prospective students. We visit schools, attend education fairs and also hold Destination LSE events: pre-departure events for offer holders.  Find details on LSE's upcoming visits . 

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REG - Telecom Egypt S.A.E - Telecom Egypt Q1 2024 Notice of Results

NOTICE OF Q1 2024 AUDITED FINANCIAL RESULTS

Cairo, May 15th  2024: Telecom Egypt (Ticker: ETEL.CA; TEEG.LN) will be announcing its audited financial results, according to the Egyptian Accounting Standards (EAS), for Q1 ended 31st March 2024 before the trading session of Thursday 30th May 2024 in both the Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE).

Wael Hanafy

Finance Senior Director

Tel: +202 3131 5771

E-mail: [email protected]

About Telecom Egypt

Telecom Egypt is the first total telecom operator in Egypt providing all telecom services to its customers including fixed and mobile voice and data services. Telecom Egypt has a long history serving Egyptian customers for over 160 years maintaining a leadership position in the Egyptian telecom market by offering its enterprise and consumer customers the most advanced technology, reliable infrastructure solutions and the widest network of submarine cables.

Aside from its mobile operation "WE", the company owns a 45% stake in Vodafone Egypt, the leading and most profitable mobile operator in Egypt.

Telecom Egypt's shares and GDRs (Ticker: ETEL.CA; TEEG.LN) are traded on The Egyptian Exchange and the London Stock Exchange.

For more information, contact:

The investor relations team

Email: [email protected]

B7 Smart Village, Km 28 Cairo Alex. desert road, Giza 12577, Egypt.

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