Bachelor of Accounting

About the course

The Bachelor of Accounting at RMIT builds foundational and applied accounting knowledge for business decision-making. You’ll develop skills in financial reporting, analysis and professional practice, with a focus on real-world contexts and industry relevance. Study on campus in Melbourne and prepare for a professional pathway in accounting through an undergraduate accounting degree. The programme introduces accounting standards, taxation basics, and financial reporting for professional accreditation pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue varied roles across accounting and finance functions in private firms, government and not-for-profits. Typical pathways include assistant accountant, accountant, corporate accountant, accounting clerk, auditor, taxation accountant, tax agent and account executive roles. This bachelor-level accounting degree supports entry into professional accounting careers and related business services. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit assistant, banking, and financial services entry roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)