Bachelor of Accounting

Bachelor's degree

In Southport (Australia)

£ 10,622.83 + VAT

*Indicative price

Original amount in AUD:

$ 20,560

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Southport (Australia)

Accountants play a critical role within businesses as they provide financial advice and work strategically across all levels. Southern Cross University's Bachelor of Accounting has been designed to meet the changing needs of business with subjects aimed at producing work ready graduates who have the scope of skills to suit both private practice and a range of other industries.
Career opportunities
In private and public, large and small, accounting firms in metropolitan, regional and rural settings. Or, in a range of other industries including banking, finance and insurance services, financial management, scientific and technical services, public administration and safety and international business. Accountants are sought after in every industry. There is also ample opportunity for self-employment.
Professional recognition
Southern Cross University has applied for accreditation for this course with the following professional bodies:
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA)
CPA Australia
Institute of Public Accountants (IPA)
This accreditation will enable graduates to enrol in CA, CPA Australia, and the IPA postgraduate programs.
Professional placement
Students may choose as electives, one or two double-weighted internship units.
Major areas of study
Accounting
Finance
Law
Assessment methods
Assessment may be in the form of essays, reports, audio or video presentations, online quizzes, case analyses, and examinations.
Teaching methods
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including face-to-face lectures and tutorials. Some units offer online activities, classes, pre-recorded and/or live lectures. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.
The distance education study option is highly interactive and strives to promote collaboration and a sense of community. Students may receive online pre-recorded and/or live lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes. The...

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Location

Start date

Southport (Australia)
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Lismore, NSW 2480

Start date

On request

About this course

MySCU is a student's point of entry to a range of online services and resources that support study and student life. The portal includes unit learning sites and information sites where students can access resources, communication tools and useful links that are integral to their studies.
The web-based study environment Blackboard Learn delivers an advanced online learning environment for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate through virtual meeting spaces, classrooms, and discussion boards. They can share files, presentations and applications. If a tutorial or...

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  • Financial
  • Financial Training
  • Accountants
  • Finance
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Course programme

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA) CPA Australia Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) Accounting Finance Law Advanced standing Your previous learning experiences relevant to one or more units in this course may help you reduce the duration of your degree. Recognition of formal and non-formal learning Credit may be awarded to a student for formal learning (gained through full or partial achievement of an accredited qualification or course) or non-formal learning (that takes place through a non-accredited course or program of learning) completed at Southern Cross University or in other learning settings in Australia and/or overseas. Recognition of informal learning Credit may be awarded on the basis of current informal learning (that takes place through work, social, family or leisure activities). To help you identify how much credit you may receive for your related prior learning visit SCU Pathways. An application for advanced standing must be submitted so we can assess your prior learning. Please apply for advanced standing at the same time as you apply for admission into this course, because the amount of credit awarded will determine the sequence of units you will study. course structure MySCU is a student's point of entry to a range of online services and resources that support study and student life. The portal includes unit learning sites and information sites where students can access resources, communication tools and useful links that are integral to their studies. The web-based study environment Blackboard Learn delivers an advanced online learning environment for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate through virtual meeting spaces, classrooms, and discussion boards. They can share files, presentations and applications. If a tutorial or lecture is recorded, students can view it afterwards. Learning materials include the provision of unit information guides, study guides and readings. Students may need to purchase or access prescribed text books. The SCU Library provides a wide range of services that include face-to-face and online help, and access to print and electronic resources. To find out more, see the Library Toolbox. The Academic Skills team supports student learning by offering online and on-campus academic skills workshops, email, phone, and one-on-one support. Course structure See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below. Table of contents Course requirements Advanced standing Schedule of units Course progressions Course requirements To be eligible for the Bachelor of Accounting a candidate shall successfully complete not less than twenty-four (24) units (288 credit points) comprising: all units listed in Part A; and one four (4) unit stream from Part B; or four (4) elective units from Part C. Advanced standing Generally, students seeking advanced standing will be assessed on a case-by -case basis due to strict accreditation requirements for this degree. Schedule of units Part A ACC00130 - Auditing ACC00132 - Taxation Note 1 ACC00145 - Financial Reporting ACC00146 - Management Accounting ACC00151 - Financial Accounting ACC00152 - Business Finance Note 2 Advanced Management Accounting (new unit pending approval) Business Analytics and Big Data (new unit pending approval) COM00207 - Communication in Organisations ECO10250 - Economics for Decision Making Note 2 FIN10254 - Financial Institutions, Instruments and Markets Note 2 FIN10709 - Foundations of Finance Note 2 LAW00004 - Company Law Note 1 LAW00150 - Introduction to Business Law Note 1 LAW01125 - Stock Exchange and Finance Law Note 2 MAT10251 - Statistical Analysis MKT00075 - Marketing Principles MNG00314 - Entrepreneurship and Innovation MNG10247 - Managing Organisations SOC10236 - Applied Ethics and Sustainability Part B Complete four (4) units from one of the following streams: Advanced Accounting/Management Stream Financial Services Stream Taxation Stream Part C Part C Course progressions Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment. Session 1 commencement progression Session 2 commencement progression Notes Note 1: This unit is mandatory to meet the educational requirements for the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) Registration Note 2: This unit is mandatory for ASIC’s Regulatory Guide 146 generic and/or specialist knowledge requirements for financial advisers (RG146 Registration) Note 3: Internship A is a double-weighted unit (24 credit points) requiring a 16 unit pre-requisite including the Professional Development for the Workplace unit (MNG10476). All internship placements must be approved by the Work Integrated Learning Coordinator, prior to commencement. Top Domestic students International students Confirm you meet the entry requirements including English language and academic entry and any specific pre-requisites. Apply Online Southern Cross University accepts applications directly through the International Application for Admissions form or via our online application services. Additional information on how to apply is available at SCU International. Please note applicants from some countries need to go through an Education Agent.

Bachelor of Accounting

£ 10,622.83 + VAT

*Indicative price

Original amount in AUD:

$ 20,560