Bachelor of Accounting

During this program students will learn:

1. Financial Accounting Generate logical solutions to finance problems that are fit for purpose. Gain awareness of the impact financial decisions have on businesses.
2. Management Accounting Learn technical skills required to analyse information that support decisions which enhance both customer and shareholder values.
3. Company Accounting Understand technical methods to help with the preparation of accounting information and financial statements.
4. Taxation Understand the Australian taxation system and the basic principles of Australian income tax, fringe benefit tax and goods and services taxation legislation.
5. Auditing Understand the nature and purpose of auditing within the regulatory auditing environment.
6. Financial Statistics Use data to analyse and interpret information to guide business decisions in a variety of contexts.

Kickstart your business career with an in-demand, financial skillset.

Accountants are the backbone of every industry, helping businesses thrive and individuals achieve financial success. Whether you love solving problems, working with numbers, or making a real impact, the Bachelor of Accounting gives you the chance to do it all while enjoying excellent earning potential, job security, and the flexibility to shape your career your way:

• Study 100% Online, in engaging and supported environments with expert tutors.
• Learn with industry-leading software like Tableau and Xero.
• Work on real-world projects with clients like Build Pass, Inception Point, Insurance Brokers, Acorro Inclusion Melbourne, Springvale Toy Library and more.
• Hear from industry experts and build valuable professional networks.
• Gain eligibility for accreditations such as CAANZ, CPA, IPA, ACCA and CIMA.
• Graduate with the skills you need to step into your dream accounting role.

Recommended study pattern

A total of 24 units are taken to complete the Bachelor of Accounting, including six core units, two capstone units, eight accounting major units and eight electives.

In capstone units you combine the skills you'll learn throughout your degree and apply them to practical scenarios to solidify your knowledge. You'll collaborate with your peers and solve real business problems, giving you the confidence to step into the workforce with practical experience.

Core units

Learning and Communicating for Innovative Business Practice (COM10011)

Financial Information for Decision-Making (ACC10007)

Economics for Business Decision-Making (ECO10005)

Business Digitalisation (INF10024)

Contemporary Management Principles (MGT10001)

Law of Commerce (LAW20019)*

*This unit bridges the gap between law and business, helping you to apply legal concepts in a corporate context. It’s a required unit for those looking to become a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA).

Capstone units

Business Consulting Project (BUS30032)

Sustainable Business Practice (BUS30031)

Capstone units are designed to:

• Combine the skills you’ve gained throughout your degree.
• Allow you to apply your knowledge to real business problems.
• Provide an opportunity to collaborate with peers and gain hands-on experience.
• Help you build the confidence you need to transition into the workforce with practical skills.

Accounting major units

Financial Information Systems (ACC10008)

Management Accounting for Planning and Control (ACC20007)

Company Accounting (ACC20013)

Taxation (ACC30005)

Accounting Theory (ACC30008)

Auditing (ACC30010)

Financial Statistics (FIN10002)

Financial Management (FIN20014).

Recommended electives

Forensic Accounting (ACC30003)

Planning for Career Success (CAR10001)

Big Data Management (INF20016).

Other Elective options can be viewed on the Swinburne Online website.

Award requirements

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Accounting students must complete 300 credit points comprising of:

• Eight [8] core units of study (100 credit points); AND
• Eight [8] units of study from the Accounting major (100 credit points); AND
• Eight [8] units of Secondary studies (100 credit points) comprising of a second major, minor/s, or electives; OR
• Sixteen [16] units of study from the Accounting and Financial Planning major (200 credit points).
• Students may not complete more than 125 credit points (normally 10 units) at Introductory Level.

A unit of study can only be counted once, where units are shared between majors and/or minors, students must choose an approved alternate.

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Indicative total fee $52,197

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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Applicants are required to meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:

• A completed or partially completed tertiary qualification (e.g. relevant Certificate IVs, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree, incomplete or complete Bachelor’s degree); or
• 4+ years of relevant work experience; or
• Recent Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or equivalent completion, with the required English study score.

Credit for Prior Learning

If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.

This is assessed on a case-by-case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.

To learn more and explore your potential credit for prior learning, get in touch with our Course Consultant team to discuss your options.