The Bachelor of Professional Accounting at UOW is designed to prepare students for roles in supply of dependable and precise financial information, critical for decision-making in economic matters. It combines a foundation year covering core business disciplines with specialized subjects in professional accounting, including financial reporting, auditing, management accounting, and information systems. The final year features a capstone project that allows students to apply their knowledge collaboratively, and there's an opportunity to undertake an internship to gain practical experience. Completing this degree can also make students eligible for credit towards a master's program, potentially enabling graduation in just four years by combining undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
Why this course is highly recommended
This program is ideal for students aiming to lead organisations to financial success through precise and reliable financial information. It emphasizes ethical decision-making, as the Faculty of Business and Law is a signatory to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), a United Nations initiative, ensuring students are equipped to make responsible business decisions throughout their careers.
During the second year of the course, students focus on subjects within the field of professional accounting, including financial reporting, auditing, management accounting, and information systems in accounting.
Application fees
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1st year tuition fees
19.73L
Living cost
Applicants need to have completed at least 13 years of schooling in Australia or equivalent, with relevant senior subjects or qualifications. English language proficiency is required with an IELTS overall score of 6.0 or TOEFL iBT of 70, among other options. The program is delivered on campus, with a full-time workload of around 48 hours per week, and students can request credit for prior learning to reduce the duration and cost.

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Graduates of this course are prepared for roles in multinational corporations, government agencies, and public practice. The program also provides pathways to master’s degrees, offering a route to accelerate further specialization and career growth in the accounting field.