AAT Level 3 Accounting Course Online – East Sussex College Eastbourne

Cost�2573.00 **ADDITIONAL COSTS**Purchasing books isn�t a requirement as the learning materials are embedded into the virtual learning environment, however, should you wish to purchase additional learning materials then this is your choice Osborne, BPP and Ka
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
Start12 Oct 2026
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

AAT Level 3 Accounting Course. Study online, at your own pace, over around a year. You get an online support tutor throughout, so you have someone to guide you, give feedback on your assignments, and keep you on track. This level 3 AAT accounting course covers technical accounting skills including financial statements, tax, and management accounting. It suits anyone who needs flexibility and cannot commit to fixed classroom hours. The fee is £2,573. Some learners may qualify for funded or loan-supported options depending on income and postcode.

Who this course is for

Since the pandemic, we've really embraced online learning. We know that study habits have changed, and more and more people are taking advantage of the convenience of studying online.Our online courses are perfect for helping you to improve knowledge, boost your CV, and progress your career. You can choose from an excellent range of subjects such as accounting, leadership, and care-related courses.We'll also provide you with an online support tutor, so you won't be left on your own to figure it all out for yourself. Your support tutor will always be on hand to guide and steer you in the right direction and give you feedback on your assignments.Please note that some level 3 courses may be fully funded if you are unemployed or earn under the National Living Wage of �25,750 (annual gross salary). (subject to postcode check*)*We will use your postcode to determine if you live in an area we can fund with a fee waiver. If your postcode is devolved** then you may decide to waive your funding rights and proceed with self-funding, or an Advanced Learner Loan.** There are currently 16 devolved areas in England: Greater London, Devon and Torbay, Greater Lincolnshire, Hull and East Yorkshire, Lancashire, West Midlands, Greater Manchester, Liverpool City Region, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Tees Valley, West of England, York and North Yorkshire, East Midlands, Cornwall, and the North East. We are also unable to support with funding with a fee waiver or if you live in Wales, Scotland or Ireland.For more information on eligibility please contact us: - Email: [email protected] - Tel: 030 300 38368

Entry requirements

Successful completion of current course(s)

What you will learn

  • You'll prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships.
  • You'll apply VAT and tax principles to accounting tasks.
  • You'll use management accounting techniques to support business decisions.
  • You'll process and reconcile accounts using double-entry bookkeeping.
  • You'll understand ethical principles and professional standards in accounting.
  • You'll interpret and analyse financial data to support reporting.

How you will learn

You study through a virtual learning environment that includes all core learning materials. An online support tutor is available throughout to guide your progress and give feedback on your work. Assessment is through computer-based exams set by AAT, taken when you are ready. You work through the course at your own pace within the enrolment period.

What you will need to bring

All core learning materials are built into the online platform, so you do not need to buy textbooks. If you want additional study books, titles from Osborne, BPP, and Kaplan are available to purchase separately. East Sussex College Eastbourne will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant. Handling day-to-day bookkeeping and ledger work.
  • Purchase ledger clerk. Processing supplier invoices and payments.
  • Sales ledger clerk. Managing customer accounts and credit control.
  • Payroll administrator. Running payroll and dealing with HMRC submissions.
  • Finance assistant. Supporting a finance team with reporting and reconciliations.
  • Tax assistant. Helping prepare VAT returns and basic tax computations.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting. The natural next step after Level 3, covering financial statements, budgeting, and optional specialist units. Completing Level 4 gives you AAT full membership and opens routes into chartered accountancy training.
  • ACCA or CIMA. If you want to qualify as a chartered accountant or management accountant, AAT Level 3 and 4 can earn you exemptions from early ACCA or CIMA papers.

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