Flinders University

Bachelor of Accounting

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Accounting is a powerful tool to ensure stability and accountability for people and businesses across the globe. Regardless of size, structure or purpose, businesses are now responsible for more - rightfully accountable for everything from operational integrity, ethical spending, workforce wellbeing and their impact on the environment.

Develop the expertise and competencies to adapt and thrive in the fast paced financial, consulting and accounting sectors. Accredited by CPA Australia and the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, this degree provides a strong foundation in accounting principles and processes, management accounting, business law, economics, finance, computer information systems, auditing, and taxation law, international accounting developments and standards, and current issues in financial reporting. You'll also learn to think beyond the traditional definition of accounting: focusing on sustainability, principled practices, new technologies, Indigenous impact, and the ever-changing future of the industry.

Delivery mode

Flinders University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Sturt Rd, Bedford Park

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission Pathways

You have recent secondary education

  • If you’ve finished Year 12 (and do not have more than 2 years of higher education study), or are currently studying Year 12 and complete the SACE/IB (or interstate equivalent) you are eligible to compete for uni entry via your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

    • You have completed vocational education and training (VET)

  • If you have TAFE/VET qualifications (Cert 3 or higher) you are eligible to apply. Note, admission is competitive and most courses require higher than Certificate 3 level for admission.

    • You have completed some higher education

  • If you have completed the equivalent of at least one semester (full-time) but no more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you may be considered for entry to most courses on the basis of your higher education results or any other qualifications that meet the University's entry requirements (eg Year 12 results or VET qualifications).
  • If you have completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you will normally be considered for entry on the basis of your higher education results only.

    • You have work and life experience

    • If you have not had the opportunity to gain access to university by traditional means there are these options.
    • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
    • Flinders Foundation Studies Program
    • Year 12 qualifications
    • Military pathways

    English language requirements

    Undergraduate programs

    • IELTS (Academic): 6.0 Overall
    • TOEFL (Internet): 72 Total score with 18 Speaking and 21 Writing
    • Pearson (PTE Academic): 50 Overall
    • Cambridge C1 Advanced: 169 Overall
    Additional requirements may apply.

    Course fees

    Estimated Fee* $0 - $42,039 $102,600 Fees are based on full-time study.
    * Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
    Standard Tuition:
    $42,039
    Standard Tuition:
    $102,600
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $42,039
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $102,600
    Enquire with Flinders University to find out more.
    Study mode On Campus
    Duration 3 Years
    Estimated fee* $0 - $42,039 $102,600 Support may be available

    Career opportunities

    The Bachelor of Accounting will prepare you for the following roles.

    Financial Accountant

    A Financial Accountant coordinates accounts for a large business or organisation. You’ll manage financial operations across all departments and pre...

    Avg yearly income $100,100
    Entry barriers Low

    Company Accountant

    A Company Accountant oversees financial management for a large business or organisation. You’ll handle company budgets and ensure all financial acc...

    Avg yearly income $100,204
    Entry barriers Low

    Management Accountant

    A Management Accountant coordinates financial activities for a large business or organisation. You might prepare financial reports and statements a...

    Avg yearly income $112,476
    Entry barriers Low

    Chartered Accountant

    Chartered Accountants manage and oversee financial matters for businesses and individuals. You might work in accounting firms, corporations, or gov...

    Avg yearly income $72,800
    Entry barriers Low

    Corporate Accountant

    A Corporate Accountant manages and oversees financial operations within a company, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial information....

    Avg yearly income $67,912
    Entry barriers Low

    Internal Auditor

    An Internal Auditor examines and evaluates the financial information of a business or organisation. You might gather relevant financial data and in...

    Avg yearly income $105,040
    Entry barriers Low

    Bookkeeper

    A Bookkeeper maintains the financial records of a business or organisation. You’ll keep track of all transactions including income as well as expen...

    Avg yearly income $72,800
    Entry barriers Low

    Auditor

    An Auditor reviews the financial information of a business or organisation. You’ll analyse documents like bank statements and data from financial s...

    Avg yearly income $93,600
    Entry barriers Low

    About Flinders University

    For over 50 years, Flinders has been a centre of inspiring achievement: from our pioneering research and excellence in teaching to the positive impact we have in the communities we serve.

    Inspiration leads to innovation. But innovation is more than just a buzzword at Flinders.

    It extends from our founding Vice-Chancellor Peter Karmel’s entreaty to ‘experiment and experiment bravely’ through to the creative, trailblazing work of our staff, students and alumni.

    As we enter an era of disruptive change and remarkable technological innovation, Flinders is well prepared for this unpredictable, exciting future.

    Our strong network of external links keeps our work dynamic, enabling us to connect across barriers to create enterprising solutions for the future, to make a difference by changing lives and, ultimately, the world.