Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

About the course

This Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) builds practical accounting capability and the financial and legal knowledge needed for today’s business environment. You’ll develop skills in financial reporting, business finance, management and company accounting, taxation and auditing, with opportunities for hands-on experience including an optional industry placement or project. This is an undergraduate bachelor program focused on accounting practice and professional preparation.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across public practice, corporate and government settings, applying accounting, finance and compliance skills. Career options include auditor, management accountant, public accountant, taxation consultant, financial administrator and roles in banking and related financial services. The program is designed to support pathways toward professional accounting body membership, providing a bachelor-level foundation for accounting and finance careers. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit assistant, banking, and financial services entry roles.

Living Costs in Sunshine Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,148 - 1,518	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 977 - 1,292
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 271 - 359

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)