Swinburne University of Technology
Bachelor of Accounting
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationAccounting is about more than numbers. It’s about how finances affect businesses and people’s lives. Swinburne's Bachelor of Accounting aims to develop the technical skills and personal traits you need to adapt and thrive in this rapidly evolving profession.
Delivery mode
Swinburne University of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- John Street, Hawthorn
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Qualifications
One of the following:
- successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
- completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including certificates IV (completed), diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees).
Applicants without a formal qualification may be considered for entry upon completion of the STAT test.
Course prerequisites
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
If you have previous Vocational Education and Training, we can use your results as a basis of admission to an undergraduate course.
We take into consideration how many units you have passed and whether you completed the course.
Even if it’s been a while since you were in TAFE or other VE studies (i.e. not within the past seven years), you will be considered for entry if you completed your VE qualification.
You’ll receive an offer if your study is assessed as meeting the admission requirements for your preferred Swinburne course. If you don’t meet the requirements, you'll be given an alternate course offer or pathway option.
Where course entry requirements include prerequisite subjects, you must present evidence of having successfully acquired the required knowledge and skills through current or previous studies. Individual course admission criteria will identify where that prerequisite study needs to have been undertaken within a certain time period.
Applicants with higher education study
You could be studying at a different university, then decide to switch to Swinburne. Your results from your previous university will be used to assess whether you can enter an undergraduate course.
We take into consideration your results and whether you completed the course:
- If your higher education study (either complete or incomplete) was undertaken in the last seven years, we will consider those results as a basis for admission
- If your results are from more than seven years ago and you did not complete your university degree, you will be considered for entry, but you may sit the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) (where STAT is included in specific course admission criteria)
- If you completed your course more than seven years ago, we will consider whether your results and qualifications are a suitable basis for entry to your chosen course.
Where course entry requirements include prerequisite subjects, you must present evidence of having successfully acquired the required knowledge and skills through current or previous studies.
Applicants with work and life experience
Some undergraduate courses accept applicants based on their relevant work and life experience – see Course search to further details. Applicants will be asked to provide a detailed Curriculum Vitae, position description/s of relevant current and past employment and letter/s of recommendation from employers.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
For entry to some undergraduate courses, you may sit the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Multiple Choice.
To be eligible for admissions on the basis of the STAT, you must be:
- a Non-Year 12 applicant (i.e. you must not be a current (2022) or recent Year 12 student (or equivalent) within the last 2 years (i.e. 2020 or 2021), and
- at least 19 years old on 31st December in the year you commence your studies
- no prior or recent secondary school results (Year 12 or equivalent) or work experience that meet the entry requirements for the course, or
- no recent TAFE or university results (within the last 7 years) that could be considered for entry
Swinburne will consider your STAT results if you have:
Your scores from the STAT test will be used to determine your selection rank.
You must also meet any course prerequisites and additional entry requirements to receive an offer to a preferred course. Your STAT results may satisfy Maths prerequisites for most courses, except Engineering. STAT Written test results may satisfy English requirements (except Law, Psychology (Honours), Professional and Education courses).
Results from your STAT test are valid for two years.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65%
- or equivalent measures
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
Company Accountant
A Company Accountant oversees financial management for a large business or organisation. You’ll handle company budgets and ensure all financial acc...
Management Accountant
A Management Accountant coordinates financial activities for a large business or organisation. You might prepare financial reports and statements a...
Chartered Accountant
Chartered Accountants manage and oversee financial matters for businesses and individuals. You might work in accounting firms, corporations, or gov...
Corporate Accountant
A Corporate Accountant manages and oversees financial operations within a company, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial information....
Internal Auditor
An Internal Auditor examines and evaluates the financial information of a business or organisation. You might gather relevant financial data and in...
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...
Auditor
An Auditor reviews the financial information of a business or organisation. You’ll analyse documents like bank statements and data from financial s...
Government Accountant
A Government Accountant oversees financial matters for a government department or agency. You might manage financial systems and process accounts p...
Financial Regulator
A Financial Regulator ensures compliance in the financial sector by overseeing institutions’ adherence to laws and regulations. You might assess fi...
Project Accountant
A Project Accountant manages the finances for a particular project within a business or organisation. You might balance budgets and ensure financia...
Business Services Accountant
A Business Services Accountant carries out financial management duties for a range of businesses, usually focusing on taxation issues. You might pr...
Trust Accountant
A Trust Accountant manages the financial records of a trust account. You’ll oversee payments and other transactions and prepare necessary financial...
Group Accountant
A Group Accountant manages financial accounts for large organisations that have smaller companies within them. You’ll oversee accounting operations...
Fund Accountant
A Fund Accountant manages the financial activities of an investment portfolio or fund. You might monitor financial transactions and analyse the fun...
Systems Accountant
A Systems Accountant oversees financial systems for a large business or organisation. You’ll make sure systems operate efficiently and work with co...
Senior Auditor
A Senior Auditor examines and evaluates financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations. You might work for an accounting firm...
Credit Risk Analyst
A Credit Risk Analyst is responsible for evaluating the creditworthiness of potential clients and monitoring the financial performance of existing...
Investment Banking Analyst
An Investment Banking Analyst supports the investment banking team by analysing financial data and market trends to assist in mergers, acquisitions...
Retirement Planner
A Retirement Planner is a financial professional who specialises in helping clients prepare for their retirement by providing tailored advice on sa...
Company Director
A Company Director is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and governance of a company. You might serve on the board of directors and...
Venture Capitalist
A Venture Capitalist invests in start-up companies and emerging businesses with high growth potential. You might work with early-stage companies to...
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne University of Technology helps you reach your study and career goals through a wide range of courses and pathways. You’ll receive individual attention and attend small, manageable classes. You’ll enjoy an exciting and dynamic experience, whether studying at our modern campuses, in the workplace or online.
