Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Commerce with Honours

The Bachelor of Commerce with Honours is designed for high-achieving students who have completed a relevant bachelor's degree. This program offers a choice of seven subjects and is ideal for students who wish to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of current theoretical concepts and frameworks within their major discipline. As a graduate of this program, students will be able to think logically, analytically, and critically with respect to the academic literature in their major discipline, plan and carry out a supervised program of academic research, and effectively communicate research orally and in written form. The Bachelor of Commerce with Honours is available in the following subjects: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems, Management, Marketing, and Taxation and Accounting. The program comprises one year of coursework to the value of at least 120 points and can be completed within 1 year of full-time study or up to 4 years of part-time study. The program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in their chosen field, as well as the ability to conduct independent research and think critically about complex issues.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, students must have qualified for a bachelor's degree and satisfied the prerequisites for their major subject. Prerequisites vary between departments but normally require good grades in 300-level courses in the subject. If English is not the student's first language, they must also meet the University's undergraduate language requirements. Students can provide English language evidence to the University or enroll in the University's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programs if they need help meeting these requirements.