Course Overview

About This Course

Accounting focuses on supplying dependable, timely, and precise information for decision-makers, particularly in economic matters. Accountants play a vital role, whether in multinational corporations, government agencies, or public practice, as they advise senior management on matters of organisational financial performance and direction.

During the Bachelor of Professional Accounting, you will undertake a foundation year that covers all core disciplines of business, while during the second year you will study subjects in the field of professional accounting. These include financial reporting, auditing, management accounting, and information systems in accounting.

The final-year capstone subject allows you to apply everything you have learned in collaboration with students from other disciplines. Plus, you have the option of applying for an internship to gain valuable experience whilst receiving credit towards your degree.

After completing the Bachelor of Professional Accounting, you may enrol in a master's degree and be eligible for up to four subjects' credit, reducing your master's degree to one year. This means you can graduate with your bachelor's and master's degree in just four years.

The Faculty of Business and Law is a signatory to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), a global initiative of the United Nations, equipping you to make ethical business decisions throughout your career.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Assumed Knowledge: UOW assumes students will have studied any two units of English and any two units of Mathematics.
Minimum Selection Rank: The minimum score for guaranteed entry (or for consideration if this course has limited places) is a Selection Rank of 75. Your Selection Rank is your ATAR or IB Combined Rank plus any adjustments you are eligible to receive.
Recent Secondary Education: Admission will likely be based on your Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) or International Baccalaureate admissions score (IBAS). Other qualifications considered include GCE A-Levels, New Zealand NCEA Level 3, and overseas senior secondary qualifications comparable to Australian qualifications.
Higher Education Study: For your application to be assessed on your university results you need to have completed at least half a year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) at a Bachelor's degree level or higher.
Work and Life Experience: Admission to UOW is primarily based on your academic qualifications, with work or life experience generally not considered.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants: UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP) offers an alternative pathway for Indigenous Australians aged 17 and over who are seeking entry into an undergraduate course at UOW.
English Language Proficiency: All UOW courses are taught in English. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University's English Language Requirements. Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.
Domestic Applicants with Overseas Qualifications: If you have completed or partially completed studies at an approved university or tertiary institution, you may be eligible for entry. You'll need to provide academic records, and your course must be at least one-sixth complete.
Early Admission: Students planning to study at UOW immediately after finishing their HSC, IB, or an interstate equivalent can apply for Early Admission, with applications usually submitted June–August each year.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Accountants play a vital role, whether in multinational corporations, government agencies, or public practice, as they advise senior management on matters of organisational financial performance and direction.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

CPA / CA ANZ / IPA

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I fast-track my studies and complete both a bachelor's and master's degree in less time?

Yes. After completing the Bachelor of Professional Accounting, you may enrol in a master's degree and be eligible for up to four subjects' credit, reducing your master's degree to one year. This means you can graduate with your bachelor's and master's degree in just four years.

What subjects will I study during the Bachelor of Professional Accounting?

During the Bachelor of Professional Accounting, you will undertake a foundation year that covers all core disciplines of business, while during the second year you will study subjects in the field of professional accounting, including financial reporting, auditing, management accounting, and information systems in accounting. The final-year capstone subject allows you to apply everything you have learned in collaboration with students from other disciplines.

Is there an opportunity to gain work experience as part of the degree?

Yes. You have the option of applying for an internship to gain valuable experience whilst receiving credit towards your degree.

What are the key application deadlines for Autumn 2026 intake?

For Autumn 2026, the application deadlines are: Domestic (UAC Early Bird) — 30 September 2025; International — 9 December 2025; Domestic (direct) — 31 December 2025; Domestic (UAC final round) — 29 January 2026. The session starts on 2 March 2026.

Are there any ethical or professional frameworks incorporated into this degree?

Yes. The Faculty of Business and Law is a signatory to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), a global initiative of the United Nations, equipping you to make ethical business decisions throughout your career.

Application

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