About Course
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), formed in 1904, is the global professional accounting body offering the “Chartered Certified Accountant” qualification. ACCA is the world’s leading body for professional accountants with over 536,000 students and 233,000 fully qualified members spread over 179 countries worldwide and holds a track record of excellence in providing globally-recognised accounting and finance qualifications.
The Woolwich Institute (TWI) offers the ACCA programme which is the largest and fastest-growing international accountancy body. When you study with ACCA, you can take your career in any direction. You open doors to the best and most interesting roles all over the world and you become one of the most sought-after finance professionals that our fast-changing world needs. ACCA has a worldwide reputation for excellence and our rigorous qualifications are recognised and respected across the globe. As a globally recognised qualification, with updated and Industry-relevant content, the ACCA qualification is a great way to build a career in accounts and finance. And with its flexible hours and examination scheme, students and young professionals can fit their studies in around their other commitments.
Employers across the globe seek out ACCA-trained professionals – because they know they have the strategic thinking, technical skills and professional values to drive their organisations forward. Explore this further in our career navigator. We currently work with more than 7,400 Approved Employers and 80 accountancy partnerships worldwide – and connect our members with thousands of vacancies through the ACCA Careers Job Board.
Additionally, students pursuing ACCA can even gain additional qualifications on their journey to membership, including:
- Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business and go on to earn an ACCA Member status
- BSc in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University*
- MSc in Professional Accountancy from the University of London.
*The BSc programme is closing in 2026. Find out more.
It’s a rewarding and intense path – and we’re here to support you at every stage of your career and make your ACCA journey as smooth as possible.
Our unique exam-focused approach to studying ACCA
- Personalised Achievement Ladder: Progress through your studies via a series of steps to measure performance, test knowledge and focus on personal areas of improvement.
- Quality tuition: The industry expert faculty members with extensive teaching experience.
- Data-driven support: Extensive support and coaching, guiding you through the qualification at the right pace.
- Offline/online learning environment: Our library and learning centre will open to students anytime during weekdays. Our Learning Management System (LMS) and online resources centre will provide 24/7 access to all learning materials, accessible from anywhere in the world.
Applied Knowledge (Introductory: BT/MA/FA)
Students are assessed using computer-based testing with multiple-choice/multiple-task questions. Each test typically lasts for 2 hours and they are available to be taken throughout the year. On-demand CBEs allow for flexibility in students' studies as they can sit exams at any time of the year. Results are displayed immediately at the end of the exam and uploaded to myACCA account within 72 hours.
Applied Skills (Build on existing knowledge: LW/PM/TX/FR/AA/FM)
These are assessed through a session CBE. These take place during four exam sessions (March, June, September and December) and are booked using ACCA's online exam booking system. Depending on the exam, students may be required to use word processing, spreadsheet and slide presentation tools - enhancing their employability skills.
Students sitting exams for these levels will undertake exams at an ACCA venue (remotely invigilated option also available).
*The LW exam (Applied Skills) is also available as an on-demand CBE.
Strategic Professional (Become chartered: Essentials - SBL/SBR Options [choose any two] - AFM/APM/ATX/AAA)
Essentials (SBL/SBR) and Options (AFM/APM/ATX/AAA) modules. These are assessed through a session CBE. These take place during four exam sessions (March, June, September and December) and are booked using ACCA's online exam booking system. Depending on the exam, students may be required to use word processing, spreadsheet and slide presentation tools - enhancing their employability skills.
Students sitting exams for these levels will undertake exams at an ACCA venue (remotely invigilated option also available).
Exam Cycles
ACCA runs four exam sessions a year:
- March session: 1 Jan - 31 March
- June session: 1 April - 30 June
- September session: 1 July - 30 September
- December session: 1 Oct - 31 December
These sessions are in line with the exemption closing dates.
To qualify as an ACCA member you should:
- Complete 13 exams (maximum nine are eligible for exemptions)
- Gain 36 months of related practical experience (before, during or after exams)
- Complete the online Ethics and Professional Skills (EPSM) module
Why study ACCA?
All over the world, employers seek out ACCA members to lead their businesses to sustainable success. That’s because they know that ACCA members are strategic thinkers with high ethical integrity, strong financial know-how and the right business acumen.
ACCA's journey will take you through a combination of exams, ethics and three years of professional experience. This means you’ll enter the workplace ready to make a difference in today’s fast-paced business world.
When you qualify, you…
Become a member of the world’s most forward-thinking accountancy body – the ACCA letters after your name are globally recognised and show employers that you work to the highest professional and ethical standards.
Open doors to opportunities all over the world – the ACCA Qualification is respected globally and will help you to open doors wherever your career path may take you. It also gives you the flexibility to branch out into new areas and develop new skills throughout your career.
Make the world a better place – Ethics are absolutely fundamental to your studies and the whole ACCA approach; which means that when you go out into the world, you’ll be able to set and maintain the high standards the organisations you work with need to move into the future.
Get support throughout your journey – you get access to world-class resources, forums, insight and advice while you’re studying and throughout your professional life.
Develop your skills – you’ll have opportunities to learn new skills and gain many other qualifications along the way – including a BSc and an MSc.
Flexibility: On-demand exams for the first 4 papers and 4 exam sessions in a year (for the remaining 9 papers, which can be sat anywhere in the world.
Transferable credibility: As the students need to go through 13 rigorous exams it sharpens their intellectuality and their resume.
Up-to-date curriculum: The study materials are frequently updated to develop industry-related knowledge, skills and professional values.
Global Mobility: Accepted by 179+ countries, more than 7400 approved employers and holding 80+ accountancy body partnerships, with easy job placement facility anywhere across the globe.
Affordability: The cost of the entire course is reasonable in comparison to other academic programs.
Additional degrees: Students may gain a BSc. Degree in Applied Accounting awarded by Oxford Brookes University and an MSc. in Professional Accountancy from the University of London along with ACCA.
Course Structure
| APPLIED KNOWLEDGE |
| Business and Technology (BT) |
| Management Accounting (MA) |
| Financial Accounting (FA) |
| APPLIED SKILLS |
| Corporate and Business Law (LW) |
| Performance Management (PM) |
| Taxation (TX) |
| Financial Reporting (FR) |
| Audit and Assurance (AA) |
| Financial Management (FM) |
| ESSENTIALS | |
| Strategic Business Leader (SBL) | |
| Strategic Business Reporting (SBR) | |
| OPTIONS (ANY TWO) | |
| Advanced Financial Management (AFM) | |
| Advanced Performance Management (APM) | |
| Advanced Taxation (ATX) | |
| Advanced Audit and Assurance (AAA) | |
Course Requirements
Applied Knowledge Level:
- Two A-levels and three GCSEs (or their equivalent)
- These need to be in five separate subjects including English and Maths
If you don't meet the minimum entry requirements, you can join the ACCA by first completing the Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) programme (BT, MA, FA papers). After completing the FIA you can then continue with the applied skills modules
Applied Skills Level:
FIA/ACCA Applied Knowledge paper passed or exempted. Master’s degree in relevant subjects.
Strategic Professional Level:
ACCA Applied Knowledge and Applied Skills level papers passed or exempted.
Ethics and Professional Skills Module:
This module is compulsory for ACCA members and will help you develop a good understanding of ethics. You’ll be exposed to real-life situations to develop the appropriate ethical and professional skills. ACCA, recommends you pass this before studying any other subjects at this level. As you take the module externally with ACCA, please visit their Ethics and Professional Skills page for more details.
The ACCA Qualification gives you the most up-to-date skills you need to become a finance professional.
You need three GCSEs and two A Levels in five separate subjects including maths and English (or their equivalent) to start the ACCA Qualification
Find out more about the minimum entry requirements for all of our qualifications.
| Work experience | Three years. |
| Number of exams | Up to 13, depending on exemptions. |
| How long does it take? | Three to four years on average. |
| What else is involved? | Ethics and Professional Skills module. |
FAQs
An independent technical and vocational education and training institute operating under British Education Group with more than 20 years of expertise in providing students with high-quality British Education at affordable cost. Our first campus in Dubai “The Woolwich Institute”, is based at Dubai Knowledge Village and offers Diploma courses in all major domains including Business, DET and Computing.
- One of the world’s fastest-growing economy
- A strong international hub for work
- One of the safest countries in the world
- Tax-free country
- A melting pot of multiple nationalities
For a student visa, you will be required to submit the following documents:
- Completed visa application form.
- Two passport-size photographs (with white background) and 1 passport size photograph for the application submitted online.
- Conditional Offer letter issued by The Woolwich Institute Admission Office
- Clear passport copy (both sides) – please make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months from the time of visa application.
- Copy of fee receipts.
- 25% tuition fee.
- Visa deposit of AED 2,500 (one time payment and refundable deposit following visa cancellation minus visa cancellation charges and other outstanding balance if any).
- Annual Visa processing fee of AED 3,150 (Outside UAE) AED 4,900 (Inside of UAE) (this includes the visa processing, medical tests, medical insurance and emirates ID)
- If you are below 18 years old, Immigration requires a Non Objection Certificate from your parents attested by the UAE Embassy and ministry of foreign affairs in your home country.
Yes, you may submit your visa application thru email at studentaffairs@woolwich.ac.ae TWI Visa Office will acknowledge the email and will guide you through the process.
- The processing time will take approximately 10-15 working days before we receive the student entry permit.
- The entry permit is valid for 2 months and should be used to enter the country within the date specified on the visa.
- The student visa stamping will follow upon arrival and will take another 15-20 days.
Your student visa is valid for a period of one year and can be renewed while you are still actively enrolled as a student of The Woolwich Institute Dubai.
Pearson, the biggest learning organisation in the world with locations all over the world, grants BTEC credentials. BTEC is an acronym for the Business and Technology Education Council. In order to prepare students for the job market, BTECS are vocational qualifications that incorporate both practical learning and theoretical instruction. BTEC courses are offered at TWI at levels 3 through 5, allowing students to go further with a variety of entry points even if they have not finished high school.
Pearson courses at TWI are divided into below categories:
BTEC Level 3 Diploma: These courses, which are equivalent to three A levels, provide a more in-depth look at the subject and more specialised information catered towards a particular career path or work role.
HND: With some prerequisites, the Higher National Diploma offers advanced studies and is roughly equivalent to the first two years of university.
Students who chose us for their higher education will receive a British education at a reasonable cost. By visiting course fee section of our website or by contacting us by email at admissions@woolwich.ac.ae, you can see our most recent tuition rates.
In order to provide students with financial security while receiving a high-quality education, TWI has created a variety of scholarships and savings plans. You can reach us at admission@woolwich.ac.ae to find out more about the scholarships we have available. Please be aware that we provide a restricted number of limited-availability scholarships, some of which might not be accessible throughout the entire year.
Our campus is located in G-24, 34 & 35, Block 2A, of Dubai Knowledge Park, Tecom.
Dubai Knowledge Park is a hub of all major academic institutions with state of the art infrastructure facilities.
Yes, currently TWI students can work part-time as allowed by the DDA and the Dubai Creative Clusters Authority with an approximate limit of 20 hours per week.
Yes, all classes at the TWI Dubai Campus are conducted in English. However, our student support and the recruitment team can speak different languages to help explain our admissions, enrolment and other student services procedures.
Our credentials serve as a starting point for your academic or professional career. After earning our credentials, you have the option of continuing your undergraduate studies at one of 200 institutes worldwide by applying for a top-up year, or finding entry-level employment.
The Academic and Professional Development modules are offered as a part of our curriculum and are taken by all of our students. Students have the opportunity each month to advance their technical and soft skills that can be used to both at BTEC and the workplace. Each semester, we also plan seminars and business outings to help students better grasp the modern workplace.
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