Course overview
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Our A-Level courses are always updated to meet the latest academic specifications, so you can feel confident you are studying the most up-to-date academic content. Simply receive your course materials online or by post and start studying to gain that all-important A-Level. When you are ready, we will book the exams for you so you can focus on your studies. This course is available with exams added or can be completed without taking the A-Level exam.
We have a 94% pass rate** with our A-Levels, earn up to 56 UCAS points.
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class

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Duration study load
You have 2 years to complete this course. Your only deadlines are the A-Level examinations. If you choose to add on the exams, when you are ready, we will book and pay for these exams on your behalf.
Your only deadlines are the A-Level examinations, which take place at certain times during the year. Students are advised to contact us well in advance of their intended exam dates, as cut-off dates sometimes change.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
Course features
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Free CV critique service
- Free employability guide to help you impress future employers
- Free XO Student Discounts card
- *Comprehensive study guide
- *Open Study College pen with a highlighter
- *Student study planner
- *Student notebook
*Not included with the online study option
Assessment
To achieve the A-Level in Accounting you must take the A-Level exams. The cost of your exams is included in this course. When you are ready, we will book them on your behalf.
There will be 2 paper-based exams, which will cover all the units studied. A more detailed breakdown of the exam details is provided below:
Paper 1
Type: Written examination
Duration: 3 hours
Weighing: 50% of A Level
Total Marks: 120
Assessed: Sections 1-8, and 14-18 of the subject content
Assessment format: 3 compulsory sections:
- Section A has 10 multiple choice questions and several short answer questions. The section is worth 40 marks
- Section B has two structured questions each worth 20 marks. The section is worth 40 marks
- Section C has two extended answer questions worth 25 marks. The section is worth 50 marks
Paper 2
Type: Written examination
Duration: 3 hours
Weighing: 50% of A Level
Total Marks: 120
Assessed: Sections 1-3, 8-13, and 17-18 of the subject content
Assessment format: 3 compulsory sections:
- Section A has 10 multiple choice questions and several short answer questions. The section is worth 30 marks
- Section B has two structured questions each worth 20 marks. The section is worth 40 marks
- Section C has two extended answer questions worth 25 marks. The section is worth 50 marks
Upon successful completion, the exams of you will receive an A-Level in Accounting issued by AQA.
Delivery
This course enables you to study for an A-Level in Accounting by distance learning at home or at work. Your course materials will be sent by post or via email, you choose! Full tutor support will be available via email, so help is only a click away! Your course pack will include self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked study questions, so you can monitor your progress.
Thinking of going to university?
Open Study College is proud to partner with QA Higher Education, providing students with the unique opportunity to progress into higher education. This partnership aims to support our students in finding and securing a university place at one of QA Higher Education’s conveniently located teaching centres across the UK.
Subjects
Qualification code 7127
- The role of the accountant in business
- Types of business organisation
- The double entry model
- Verification of accounting records
- Accounting concepts used in the preparation of accounting records
- Preparation of financial statement for sole traders
- Partnership accounts
- The implications of ethical considerations
- Budgeting
- Marginal costing
- Standard costing and variance analysis
- Absorption and activity-based costing
- Limited company accounts
- Accounting for limited companies
- Analysis and evaluation of financial information
- Capital investment appraisal
- Interpretation, analysis and communication of accounting information
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As an Open Study College learner, your benefits will include an XO Student Discounts membership, exclusive savings on future courses and a complete range of career support — including a free CV critique service, a free employability guide, and job-hunting help from their recruitment experts.