Bachelor of Accounting

About the course

The Bachelor of Accounting builds core skills in accounting principles, financial reporting and analysis, and the business knowledge needed to support decision-making. You’ll develop practical capability through applied learning and industry-relevant assessment, preparing you to work with financial information across organisations. The course provides a professional foundation for bachelor-level study in accounting and finance. The programme introduces accounting standards, taxation basics, and financial reporting for professional accreditation pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting financial operations and reporting in businesses, government and not-for-profits. Typical career paths include accountant (subject to requirements), assistant accountant, accounts officer, auditor support, financial analyst support, payroll officer and finance administration roles. The degree supports entry into bachelor-level careers across accounting and finance functions. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit assistant, banking, and financial services entry roles.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)