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Bachelor of Accounting and Finance

Australian Catholic University, Multi-campus (7 campuses, 5 states), Australia

About this program

Want to stand out from the crowd? Future employers will know instantly what career you are qualified in when you apply with this named degree. Unlike pure accounting degrees, our Bachelor of Accounting and Finance will broaden your career choices. In addition to graduating with an extensive corporate accounting education, you will gain a good understanding of financial systems. This course also covers financial decision-making during times of uncertainty which can be applied to careers in banking, financial consulting, funds management, merchant banking, stockbroking or treasury. We know that practical experience is important for you, so it’s important for us. Our work integrated learning programs prepare you for the future world of work and build your employability skills, foster an entrepreneurial mindset and hone your communication and project management skills. Plus, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, data analytics, cloud skills and cloud data services are wired into your studies to so you can tick Microsoft certifications off your to-do list and get an edge in the job market. In today’s world, you need professional, technical and cross-cultural skills. We are members of PRME so all our units are embedded with the United Nations sustainable goals and our intercultural communication module is designed to build cultural awareness and communication skills which are vital in the global workplace. You can further extend your intercultural experience by taking part in a Global Virtual Classroom, studying at our Rome Campus or participating in an international study tour. 95% graduates employed Top 10 Catholic universities globally Top 40 young universities worldwide Professional experience You will be required to complete a compulsory Community Engagement unit featuring between 35 volunteer hours, and a professional experience unit consisting of 105 placement hours. Work placement Our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programs give you essential job-ready skills and experiences as part of all our degrees.

Cost & duration

Duration3 yr
Tuition (international)A$35,000
Application feeA$0

English test scores

IELTS6 overall
PTE50 overall

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Course structure

1 term of coursework

  • Completion requirements To qualify for the degree, a student must complete: 240 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of: 210 cp from Specified Units (Part A)
  • 20 cp from Core Curriculum Units (Part B)
  • and 10 cp BIPX202 Community Engagement: Building Strengths and Capabilities (Part C). Core / specified units include: ACCT207: Financial Accounting
  • ACCT210: Accounting Foundations
  • ACCT209: Corporate Accounting
  • ACCT300: Auditing
  • ACCT303: Strategic Management Accounting
  • ACCT305: Accounting Information Systems
  • BAFN200: Principles of Finance
  • BAFN207: Financial Institutions Risk Management
  • BAFN208: Portfolio Management
  • BAFN310: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Finance
  • BAFN311: Emerging Technologies in Finance
  • BUSN105: Financial Literacy
  • BUSN113: Managing People and Organisations
  • BUSN114: Marketing Essentials
  • ECON200: Economics: Policy Frameworks and Markets
  • ITEC100: Information Technology in Action. The full schedule includes further elective and core curriculum units (33 unit offerings in total)

Career & PR pathway

Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status

Accountant (General)ANZSCO 221111

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs an accredited accounting degree and a positive assessment from CPA Australia, CA ANZ, or the IPA.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Taxation AccountantANZSCO 221113

Primary outcomeMLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Management AccountantANZSCO 221112

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

External AuditorANZSCO 221213

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Internal AuditorANZSCO 221214

MLTSSLCSOL

On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.

Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)

Company SecretaryANZSCO 221211

STSOLCSOL

On STSOL and CSOL, supporting the 190, 491, and the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.

Assessed by VETASSESS

List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.

Admissions

Year 12 completion (or equivalent), ATAR 60.00 for Melbourne. An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy. To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent:New South Wales. English (Standard) (Band 2) or EAL (Band 3)Queensland. English (Units 3 & 4, C)Victoria. Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EALInternational applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2027 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.

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