Overview

This adult-only part-time course focuses on producing and analysing financial statements for limited companies.

You will learn how to:

Draft financial statements in line with accounting concepts
Apply international financial reporting standards
Interpret statements using financial ratios
Evaluate business performance and financial position

With small class sizes and expert teaching, this course supports you to build confidence and progress towards higher-level accounting roles.

For further information on the AAT courses and qualifications, visit the AAT website.

What will I study?

This unit provides you with the skills and knowledge for drafting the financial statements of single limited companies and consolidated financial statements for groups of companies. It ensures that you will have a proficient level of knowledge and understanding of international accounting standards, which will then be applied when drafting the financial statements. You will also have a sound appreciation of the regulatory and conceptual frameworks that underpin the preparation of limited company financial statements.

Start dates and fees

Start date (daytime course) - 8 September 2026 - 1 December 2026

Fee - £633.50

You will also need to purchase an AAT student membership at the appropriate level for your course. The membership fee lasts for the whole duration of the qualification. Please visit aat.org.uk for current membership fees and payment information.

Entry requirements
This course is only available to students aged 19+.
- You should hold an AAT Level 3 qualification in Accounts or a Degree in Accounting.
Assessment
You will be assessed by an external exam on campus.
Progression
Full membership of the AAT and entry for ACCA, ICAEW or CIMA qualifications upon completion of the full qualification.
Careers
Studying Bookkeeping and Accounting at West Notts College
Visit our bookkeeping and accounting subject area to explore the full range of courses available.

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.