156 weeks
Full-time or equivalent part-time; On-campus
03 August 2026 (Semester 2) | 01 March 2027 (Semester 1)
Course Overview
About This Course
Where You Can Study
Available Locations
Melbourne
John St, Hawthorn, VIC 3122
Eligibility
Entry Requirements
- Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
- Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including certificates IV (completed), diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees)
- Applicants without a formal qualification may be considered for entry upon completion of the STAT test
- Guaranteed Entry ATAR: 60.0
- Lowest ATAR to receive an offer in 2025 (after adjustment factors): 62.45
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
- Subject adjustments: A study score of 25 in any Business, any Information Technology, any Mathematics or Politics equals 2 aggregate points per study; a study score of 30 in any Business, any Information Technology, any Mathematics or Politics equals 3 aggregate points per study; overall maximum of 10 points
- Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success
- International students: Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent overseas qualification
- English language requirements: IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0, or Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65%, or equivalent
Career & Study Pathways
Where this takes you
Course Content
Units of Competency
Industry Consulting Project
Work on an industry partner project as part of Work Integrated Learning programs.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bachelor of Accounting professionally accredited?
Yes, the Bachelor of Accounting is accredited by several professional bodies including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Certified Practising Accountants Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and the Institute of Public Accountants. The course is also offered through the Swinburne Business School, which holds AACSB International accreditation, placing it among the highest quality business schools in the world.
What minors can I add to future-proof my accounting career?
You can add a minor in Computer Science, Data Analytics, FinTech, ICT, or Managing Information Systems to graduate ready to drive digital transformation in the accounting profession.
Does the Bachelor of Accounting include work experience or industry placements?
Yes, real industry experience is guaranteed in all Swinburne bachelor degrees through Work Integrated Learning programs. In the Industry Consulting Project (BUS30009), students work on an industry partner project, bolstering their CV with real industry experience.
Can I combine the Bachelor of Accounting with another degree?
Yes, you can combine your Accounting degree with a second degree to gain diverse skills, expand your career pathways, and graduate with two qualifications. One available option is the Accounting/Applied Innovation double degree.
What skills will I develop studying the Bachelor of Accounting at Swinburne?
Students will develop skills including commercial awareness, time management, Excel and other programs, problem-solving, ethical conduct, and communication, preparing them for a range of careers in accounting and business.
Application
How to Apply
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Step 02
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