Program Overview

Bachelor of Accounting

The Bachelor of Accounting is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the essential accounting skills to work in any industry, anywhere in the world. The syllabus covers business economics, tax law, and expertise in accounting standards, auditing, assurance, analytics, ethics, and management.

Why Study with Us?

Our accounting course is accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, ensuring that students master industry-relevant skills. The program offers flexible learning options, including fully online or a mix of on-campus and online study. Students can also choose to undertake a minor in a second discipline, adding options to their accounting qualification.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Accounting program can pursue a wide range of careers, including:

• Auditor
• Business development adviser
• Financial accountant
• Forensic accountant
• Management accountant
• Public practice accountant
• Taxation accountant

What You Will Study

The program consists of a combination of core and elective subjects, including:

• Accounting and Financial Literacy
• Financial Accounting and Reporting
• Management Accounting for Sustainable Decision Making
• Accounting Standards Interpretation and Disclosures
• Professional Practice in Accounting
• Strategic Accounting for Enterprise Management
• Accounting in a Global Environment
• Risk-Based Audit and Assurance
• Developments in Ethics Governance and Accounting Thought
• Business Economics
• Financial Management
• First Nations Foundations: Knowing, Relating and Understanding Country
• Business Law
• Business Organisations Law
• Tax Law Concepts and Application
• Organisations and Management
• Marketing Fundamentals
• Data Analytics for Business

Costs

The course fees vary depending on the student type and study mode. For domestic students, the estimated annual tuition fee is $TBA. For international students, the estimated annual tuition fee is $TBA.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

• A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with a minimum ATAR required
• Successful completion of at least two Bachelor degree level subjects (or Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent) or higher in any discipline
• A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate III or higher, studied at a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent
• A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC) or bridging program studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University, or equivalent
• Partial completion of a Vocational Education and Training (VET) Diploma, of at least 50% from a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent
• Work experience of at least two years with some elements of business management or supervision, demonstrated by a detailed resume

Credit and Pathways

If you have completed relevant tertiary study or work experience related to your course, you may be eligible for credit towards your degree. The university also offers several admission pathways to help you take the step into your preferred course, even if you don't quite meet the entry requirements at first.

How to Apply

You can apply to the Bachelor of Accounting program through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly to Charles Sturt University. The application process involves submitting your academic transcripts, proof of English language proficiency, and other supporting documents. The university also offers a range of scholarships and grants to help support your studies.