About ACCA
About ACCA
The ACCA Qualification Entry Requirements
Exemptions
Examinations
Practical Experience
Registration & Key Dates
Fees & Timetables
Study Options
Free Quotes & Bookings
Attend Open Day
FAQs
The ACCA Qualification Entry Requirements
Exemptions
Examinations
Practical Experience
Registration & Key Dates
Fees & Timetables
Study Options
Free Quotes & Bookings
Attend Open Day
FAQs
Entry Requirements
There are various entry points into the ACCA qualification, depending on your previous academic qualifications and age.
Minimum entry requirements
Matric certificate — 3 advanced passes and 2 intermediate passes (including English and Mathematics).
Graduate-entry route
Relevant degree holders from ACCA accredited institutions may be exempted from up to nine exams within the Fundamentals level and may even register directly at the Professional level. Degrees with some relevance may also qualify for exemptions. Visit the ACCA website to check what exemptions you may be eligible to claim.
Access to ACCA via the FIA qualification
- no academic qualifications required
- through Foundations In Accounting, achieve certificates and diplomas along the way before progressing onto the ACCA Qualification.