Bachelor of Accounting

Entry Requirements

Admission to all undergraduate courses offered by UBSS at AQF Level 7 (Bachelor degree) and above, including the Bachelor of Accounting, require the completion of:

Overseas university qualifications at the level of Bachelor degree or higher
International Baccalaureate with a mark comparable to an ATAR of 67.95 or higher, completed in the previous three (3) years

We also consider applications submitted by working professionals who do not meet the relevant educational requirements, providing you can show proof of relevant work and life experience.

Applicants who have not completed at least the NSW HSC or VCE (or their equivalent in Australia), or an AQF Level 5 qualification in Australia or a country where English is the first language, must prove adequate English language proficiency.

English language proficiency by obtaining a minimum:

IELTS score of 6.0; or

TOEFL Test of Written English (TWE) score of 550 with a writing score of 5; or TOEFL (Computer-based) score of 213; or

TOEFL (Internet-based) score of 80; or

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) grade of B; or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) grade of C; or

Pearson Test of English (Academic: PTE) score of 54

Course Details

Developed in consultation with industry bodies, this career-focused course answers the global demand for Accounting graduates, blending theoretical study with business simulations, case studies and learning experiences with industry professionals.

The UBSS Bachelor of Accounting – which can be fast-tracked over a two-year period – promotes in-depth and relevant knowledge of accounting fundamentals and associated disciplines, coupled with real-world learning experiences with specialised academics and industry professionals boasting vast business knowledge and backgrounds. Upon completion, you’ll graduate with globally in-demand credentials allowing you to secure a reputable role and forge a successful career in the business world.

Become a Certified Business Accountant

Accredited by CPA Australia, the Institute of Public Accountants and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, the UBSS Bachelor of Accounting gives you the knowledge to realise your full potential, enact your purpose and bring about real progress in the business field.

As an aspiring Accounting professional, this unique program of study, simulations, tutorial seminars and proactive education enables you to contribute effectively to any organisation that you are a part of, both now and in the future.

Through workplace integrated learning, we facilitate authentic, practical experiences that allow you to research and resolve real commercial issues you’ll encounter in your career, helping to foster a confident, forward-thinking perspective and financial acumen.

Our long-standing partnership with the Centre for Entrepreneurship (CFE) also provides you with practical lessons and in-depth business expertise from industry recognised professionals and entrepreneurial leaders, all of whom play a part in the continual development of our programs.

The UBSS Bachelor of Accounting is comprised of twenty-four (24) core subjects, designed to be completed over a three-year period, with fast-track, two-year options available. The variety of learning content and our areas of focus enable us to maintain a broad approach to accounting practice and help you to understand the relationship between the accounting discipline and other key areas of business today, such as entrepreneurship, management and financial decision making.

Pathway options are also available, including entry and exit opportunities through an Associate Degree or Diploma of Accounting.

Through our hands-on approach, thriving corporate network and exposure to real-world business scenarios and experienced financial professionals, UBSS allows you to gain a true understanding of what it takes to be successful as you seek to make your own way in the business world.

Career Opportunities

Overview

Studying your Bachelor of Accounting with UBSS provides you with unrivalled career opportunities that will help you to achieve success and become a respected member of your industry, and indeed, the larger business world.

Suitable Roles

Below are a variety of roles suitable for Accounting graduates.

Auditor
Financial Consultant
Corporate Accountant
Finance Officer/Manager
Corporate Treasurer
Financial Planner
Tax Accountant
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Entrepreneur/Founder