Degree overview

Your pathway for a career in accounting.

A career in accounting provides challenging, rewarding and versatile opportunities in the current business environment. Businesses are looking for people with superior analytical skills which accounting can provide.

Our program is for students with a degree in a field other than accounting. It is for students who wish to obtain an introduction to accounting concepts and procedures.

Career opportunities

Accounting skills are transferable across all industries and are required for sound financial decision making.

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94.4% employed within four months of graduating.

(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-2023 - Postgraduate Business & Management)

Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

Program Code 12187

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Program Code 12187

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Program Code 12187

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What you will study

Our program is for students who have qualifications in an area other than accounting. It will equip you with knowledge of accounting concepts and theory, and provide a pathway for a career in accounting. Upon completion you will meet the eligibility requirement for entry into CPA Australia and the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

Our program provides an introduction to subject areas such as:

  • Financial accounting
  • Management accounting
  • Business finance
  • Economics.
2025 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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Before you get started

To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:

  1. Review the Program Handbook.
  2. Review the Admission Requirements.
  3. Review the Program fees and costs.
  4. Decide on your preferred commencement date.

Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.


You are a domestic student if you are:

  • An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
  • A permanent resident of Australia
  • A holder of a permanent Australian visa.

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Scholarships

If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.

Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.

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