94.4% employed within four months of graduating.
(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022)
Degree overview
Succeed in accounting
A career in accounting provides challenging, rewarding and versatile opportunities. Businesses are looking for people with superior analytical skills that accounting can provide.
Our Association of International Accountants accredited program will provide graduates with the knowledge and skills to succeed in accounting. Our program will aid career progression to senior management level. A Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting is also available to study and can be used as a pathway into the masters program.
AACSB & EQUIS
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accredited business school
World top 175
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for business and economics
Ranked equal 179
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in the world
Career opportunities
Our program is the gateway to membership with three internationally recognised professional qualifications:
These memberships and a thorough understanding of accounting principles make for a versatile and employable graduate.
Knowledge, skills and confidence in accounting are important attributes of senior managers.
- Forensic Accountant
- Internal Auditor
- Ratings Analyst
- Chief Financial Officer
- Financial Advisor.
What you will study
Our program is designed for students who have qualifications in an area other than accounting. You will gain knowledge of accounting concepts that are transferrable to organisations of all sizes, whether they are in the public, private or not-for-profit sectors.
You will study topics in:
- Management accounting
- Financial accounting
- Taxation
- Auditing
- Finance
- Law
- Economics
- Accounting Information Systems
- Business decision making (statistics).
Industry Partners
Our program is designed to provide accreditation with the major professional bodies in accounting.
How to apply
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- 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.
Apply as an international student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
Scholarships
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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The Newcastle Business School is accredited with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earned by fewer than 5% of the world's business programs.
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