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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2027-03-02 | - |
| 2027-07-13 | - |
Program Overview
Graduate Diploma of Accounting
The Graduate Diploma of Accounting from Charles Sturt University is designed for individuals with a non-accounting background, providing them with the opportunity to build their skills by combining professional accounting studies with broad-based business studies.
Key Information
- Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting in March and July.
- Duration: Minimum of 1 year, maximum of 2 years.
- Entry Score: To be announced.
- Indicative Fees:
- International online: $34,640 per annum (full-time), $17,320 per annum (part-time).
- Course Points and Codes: 64 credit points, AQF Level 8.
- Cricos: Details not specified.
Why Study with Us?
The Graduate Diploma of Accounting focuses on studies in accounting and related disciplines, allowing students to build on their non-accounting undergraduate studies and work experience. It offers a valuable skill set, flexible study options, and the opportunity to learn with a dedicated team of industry experts.
Career Opportunities
This course adds significant value to a professional career and offers a pathway to further study, including the Master of Professional Accounting. Completion of the Master of Professional Accounting can meet the academic requirements for entry into the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and CPA Australia postgraduate programs, opening up various vocational opportunities.
What You Will Study
The course includes subjects such as:
- Accounting Standards, Application, and Disclosures
- Global Perspectives of Accounting
- Risk-Based Auditing
- Interpreting and Communicating Accounting
- Data Analysis for Financial Decision-making
- Contemporary Cost Accounting for Management Decision-making
- Ethics, Governance, and Developments in Accounting Thought
- Professional Practice
- Economics for Business
- Corporate Finance
- Business and Corporations Law
- Taxation Principles and Application
Costs
- Calculate My Fee: Fees vary based on student type, commencement year, study mode, and location.
- Course Fees:
- Commonwealth Supported Place: $TBA for 1 year full-time equivalent.
- Fee-Paying: $TBA for 1 year full-time equivalent, with a subject fee of $TBA.
- International Students: $TBA for 1 year full-time equivalent.
- Payment Options: Various, including upfront payment, FEE-HELP, and HECS-HELP for eligible students.
Entry Requirements
- Selection Rank: To be announced.
- Academic Entry Requirements: Normally, an undergraduate degree from a recognized Australian tertiary institution or a qualification deemed equivalent.
- Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.
- Inherent Requirements: Not specified.
Credit and Pathways
- Credit: Available for relevant tertiary study or work experience.
- Pathways: Several admission pathways are available for those who do not meet the entry requirements.
How to Apply
Application can be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), or directly to Charles Sturt University. Recruitment agents can also assist international students with the application process.
Related Courses
- Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting
- Master of Professional Accounting
Scholarships
Charles Sturt University offers scholarships and grants totaling over $11 million annually, covering various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, and community service.