Bachelor of Professional Accounting

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12,or overseas equivalent
Required proficiency in English: Overall IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0

TOEFL iBT: 60-78 with minimum Reading 13 Listening 12,Speaking 18, Writing 21

Pearson: 50 (no band score less than 50)

Cambridge: 169 with no band less than 169

Course Details

This comprehensive course is designed for people with an aptitude for numbers and a desire to forge a career in professional accounting. Whether you see yourself working for the government, a company, or even your own business, this degree will teach you the ins and outs of the systems and financial strategies that will prepare you for a rewarding career. Your core subjects will include accounting, taxation, law, auditing, finance, and economics. In addition, you’ll be future-proofing your career by developing skills in creativity, innovation, marketing, and digital business.

You will have the opportunity to undertake a practical placement, internship, or project. Many of our graduates secure employment directly from Federation University’s work-integrated learning and placement programs. Our strong links with industry and real-world experience gained throughout your degree ensure you start your career when you start studying with Federation University. The career opportunities for accounting graduates are vast.

According to the Australian Government Job Outlook projections, demand for accountants is forecast to grow. Our Bachelor of Professional Accounting course gives you the flexibility to choose a career in any industry. You could become a financial accountant, management accountant, auditor, business manager, financial consultant, or CFO, just to name a few. Accountancy is also considered a great launching pad to become a CEO.

The Bachelor of Professional Accounting is recognised by both CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, enabling you to pursue a pathway to qualification as a professional accountant. The degree is also accredited with the Tax Practitioners Board, allowing graduates to apply to become a registered tax agents.

Professional Accreditation

The Bachelor of Professional Accounting is recognised by both CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, enabling you to pursue a pathway to qualification as a professional accountant. The degree is also accredited with the Tax Practitioners Board, allowing graduates to apply to become a registered tax agents.

Pathways/Alternative Entry

Entry into the Second year of the program can be considered on successful completion of FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting or FNS60217 Advanced Diploma of Accounting from IIBIT. Credit will be considered if you have successfully completed higher education or TAFE studies in a relevant area. Advanced standing will be determined on an individual basis, depending on your eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience, and qualifications. Foundation Access Studies Program (FAST) - designed to provide you an alternate entry into tertiary study. On successful completion of FAST, students can apply for entry in to a wide range of Federation University Australia Higher Education programs at degree level.

Career Opportunities

There is a variety of career opportunities in small, medium, and large businesses and governments. Careers include: Accountant; Auditor; Business analyst; Consulting firm manager; Financial institution manager; Government policy planner/analyst; Merchant banker.