The University of Newcastle

Master of Professional Accounting

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

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

A Master of Professional Accounting is a qualification that equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to succeed in accounting and aid career progression to senior management level.

Delivery mode

The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • Auckland St & King St, Newcastle

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission Requirements

Entry into the Master of Professional Accounting will be available for applicants who have:

  • Bachelor Degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, in the discipline; or
  • Bachelor Degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, not in the discipline and 1 year relevant organisational experience; or
  • At least 7 years' relevant organisational experience, including 2 years in a management position; or
  • Successful completion of 75% (30 units) of one of the following UoN programs:
    1. Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
    2. Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance
    3. Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
    4. Graduate Certificate in Marketing
    5. Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements

  • IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
  • IELTS section minimum - 6.0
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $41,520 $50,655 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Standard Tuition:
$41,520
Standard Tuition:
$50,655
Full Fee Tuition:
$41,520
Full Fee Tuition:
$50,655
Enquire with The University of Newcastle to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $41,520 $50,655 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Professional Accounting will prepare you for the following roles.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) manages a company’s overall financial position. You’ll be responsible for all financial activities, from budgets an...

Avg yearly income $208,000
Entry barriers Low

Finance Manager

A Finance Manager oversees financial and accounting activities for a business or organisation. You might manage budgets and develop financial strat...

Avg yearly income $150,800
Entry barriers Low

Senior Accountant

A Senior Accountant manages and oversees the financial operations within an organisation, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance w...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Senior Financial Analyst

A Senior Financial Analyst provides financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support decision-making within an organisation. They evaluate fi...

Avg yearly income $143,000
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Newcastle

A university of and for our regions, the University of Newcastle has delivered superior education and world-class research since 1965.

By working with our industry, community and government partners, we translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference – to our communities, our economy and our planet.

Dedicated to our core values of equity, excellence, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle is a globally recognised education institution committed to solving the world's greatest problems.