AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

• This course runs on Tuesdays each week from 09:00 to 16:15 , starting in September 2026.

AAT Accounting Level 2 or Bookkeeping or equivalent

Interview for suitability for the course

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

This qualification covers a range of complex accounting tasks. You will learn and master financial processes, including accounting principles and concepts, preparing financial concepts, management accounting, tax processes and business awareness.

The Level 3 course covers a range of key areas, including:

• Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements
• Management Accounting Techniques
• Tax Processes for Businesses
• Business Awareness

You will also develop business communications and lifelong learning skills, applying what you learn on the course to the wider industry context.

You benefit from regular classes with a college tutor - without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group.

This course is assessed through computer-based exams for each unit.

If you are aged 19+ the cost of the course will depend on your circumstances. Our support pages can help you determine your suitability.  

This course may be free or discounted if you meet certain criteria. Check our eligibility guide to find out more.

Exam fees are payable in addition to the course costs and students will be required to sign up to AAT and pay membership fees directly within the first six weeks of the course.

Visit www.aat.org.uk for more information.