Program Overview

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Master of Professional Accounting

The Master of Professional Accounting provides training in the technical aspects of the preparation of accounting data; develops your skills in the application of accounting information to solve problems and make decisions; and develops the important professional skills such as communication and critical thinking.

About the course

This course provides an opportunity for graduates to obtain a qualification that is recognised by professional accounting bodies and the wider business community. Graduates who hold an undergraduate degree in Accounting should seek advice from the Business School before applying for this course.

Quick details

• Status: Available
• Locations: Perth (Crawley campus)
• Attendance: Full-time, Part-time
• Delivery: On-campus
• Starting dates: Semester 1, Semester 2
• Weekly contact time: The estimated time commitment is 12 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
• Level of study: Postgraduate
• Course Code: 40610
• CRICOS code: J
• Full time/part time duration: 1.5 - 2 years
• Degrees course is available in: Master of Professional Accounting

Accreditation

The UWA Business School is accredited by EQUIS and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and is a Communicating Signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). EQUIS and AACSB are the leading business school accreditations in Europe and North America respectively, meaning that your business degree will be recognised by employers around the world.

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Conversion

• Students who have not completed the Bachelor of Commerce, or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty, must complete relevant conversion units up to the value of 24 points from this group, as advised by the Faculty:
  • ACCT5432 Introductory Financial Accounting (6)
  • BUSN5100 Applied Professional Business Communications (6)
  • ECON5541 Economics for Business: Applications and Policy (6)
  • MGMT5504 Data Analysis and Decision Making (6)

Core

• Take all units from this group (60 points):
  • ACCT5501 Contemporary Issues in Accounting (6)
  • ACCT5511 Intermediate Corporate Financial Accounting (6)
  • ACCT5522 Principles of Auditing (6)
  • ACCT5531 Financial Accounting: Theory and Practice (6)
  • ACCT5532 Accounting Information Systems (6)
  • ACCT5633 Accounting for Planning and Control (6)
  • ACCT5637 Principles of Taxation (6)
  • FINA5533 Finance Essentials (6)
  • LAWS5508 Commercial and Company Law (6)
  • MGMT5506 Ethics and Sustainability Management (6)

Option

• Take units to the value of 12 points.
  • ACCT4440 Management Accounting: Issues and Perspectives (6)
  • ACCT5521 Advanced Corporate Financial Accounting (6)
  • FINA5523 Financial Statement Analysis and Business Valuation (6)
  • FINA5557 Sustainable Finance and Sustainability Reporting (6)
  • WILG5001 Work Integrated Learning Internship Program (6)

Course accreditation

This course satisfies the accreditation requirements of the following professional accounting associations: Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia. Graduates are eligible to join as Associate members.

Admission requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—

(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification*, as recognised by UWA; and either: (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; or (c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or (2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.

*Applicants who have a Bachelor's Degree with a major in accounting, or an equivalent qualification, are not eligible for admission.

Admission requirements update for 2026 intake

For 2026 intake, to be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have the equivalent of a UWA Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 60 per cent; and any additional requirements as summarised in the Admission Requirements above.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

Fees and scholarships

Domestic Student Fees

Annual course fee

2025

Full-Fee Paying Place $35,400.00

For Full-Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL).

Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.

Visit the Fee Calculator and select your course type to find out more. Fees are subject to annual indexation.

More information on how fees are calculated.

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International Student Fees

Annual course fee

2025

$49,900.00

Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load.

Find out more about international student tuition fees and visit the fee calculator for the relevant course fees.

Fees are subject to annual indexation.

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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Careers and further study

Explore the career opportunities available to you.

Career Pathways

This degree offers a variety of career paths in the private and public sectors, public accounting firms, small business and self-employment. Professional accountants are employed as company directors, board members, chief executive officers and partners in business.

Further Study

Master of Business Administration (MBA) after a minimum 2 years' relevant work experience.

Testimonials

Isabel Calder

Hear from MPA graduate, Isabel Calder about her experience studying at the UWA Business School.

Songmei Liu

The most important reason I had for studying the Master of Professional Accounting course at UWA, was that I wanted to be an accountant in the future. During the first year units, I learnt a lot, not only about accounting but also about how to become a great learner.

All my teachers and lecturers had a good background in professional accounting and I know they want us to be successful in the future.