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Accounting
Level 4

Audit and Internal Controls

Duration

16 weeks

Location

Rush Green Campus

Starting

Jan 2027

Audience

Adult 19+

Gain an understanding of auditing principles and internal control systems used by modern organisations. Learn how risks are identified, controlled and reported to support good governance and compliance.

  • Principles of auditing and assurance
  • Corporate governance and ethical responsibilities
  • Internal control systems and risk management
  • Audit planning and audit evidence
  • Identifying control weaknesses and recommendations
  • Digital techniques used in auditing

You will complete online assessments.

You’ll need to have GCSE Grade 4 and above in both English Language and Mathematics, or equivalent and you will also need to have completed the AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting at Level 3 to study on this programme.

Tutors are qualified accountants with years of experience in industry and in delivering AAT qualification courses.


To achieve the full AAT Level 4 Diploma for Professional Accounting Technicians, you must successfully complete all course modules. Visit our 'Find a Course' page to explore the full range of Level 4 courses available.

Successful completion of the full AAT Level 4 Diploma for Professional Accounting Technicians gives you a variety of career options.

This course provides valuable skills for careers in audit, compliance, risk management and financial control.

You could also progress to study for Chartered and Certified Accountancy qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA or ICAEW.

Where it can lead to
Career progression

There are number of routes you can take following successful completion of a course. Further study can include Higher Education courses or a Higher Apprenticeship where you will expand your skills through study whilst earning a wage. Or you may choose to move directly into employment.

Contact our careers team for further guidance.