Graduate Diploma in Accounting

About the course

UNE’s Graduate Diploma in Accounting builds advanced skills in analysing and interpreting financial information and communicating solutions to business problems. Designed as a pathway for graduates seeking accounting expertise, it supports progression toward accreditation with peak professional accounting bodies. Study is available online with flexible full-time or part-time options in this Graduate Diploma in Accounting. The programme strengthens financial analysis, governance, audit, and investment decision-making for professional finance careers.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue accounting and finance roles supporting organisations with financial reporting, analysis and decision-making. The qualification can assist career development in areas such as corporate accounting, public practice, government, not-for-profits and financial services, and may contribute toward professional recognition pathways. Outcomes align with postgraduate preparation in the accounting profession through this Graduate Diploma in Accounting. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit, financial analysis, and corporate finance leadership roles.

Entry requirements

Entry is based on a bachelor qualification or UNE Graduate Certificate in Accounting.

Living Costs in Armidale**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 851 - 1,125	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 764 - 1,010
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 365 - 483

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)