Study the Bachelor of Accounting - Flinders University

Study Accounting at Flinders

Thrive in the financial, consulting and accounting sectors.

Accounting is a powerful tool to ensure stability and accountability for people and businesses across the globe. Regardless of size, structure or purpose, businesses are now responsible for more - rightfully accountable for everything from operational integrity, ethical spending, workforce wellbeing and their impact on the environment.

Develop the expertise and competencies to adapt and thrive in the fast paced financial, consulting and accounting sectors. Accredited by CPA Australia and the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, this degree provides a strong foundation in accounting principles and processes, management accounting, business law, economics, finance, computer information systems, auditing, and taxation law, international accounting developments and standards, and current issues in financial reporting. You'll also learn to think beyond the traditional definition of accounting: focusing on sustainability, principled practices, new technologies, Indigenous impact, and the ever-changing future of the industry.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2023 selection rank

65.00

Guaranteed selection rank

75.00

TAFElink

Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

244001 (Bedford Park) 284041 (Festival Plaza)

Delivery mode

In person:

– Bedford Park
– Festival Plaza CBD*

Online: No Refer to the online option here

Duration

3 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2023: $14,013

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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*Available at Festival Plaza in the Adelaide CBD from 2024.

Why study Accounting at Flinders?

A future you can count on.

Learn about new technologies and be prepared for the ever-changing future of the industry
Explore a degree focused on sustainability, principled practices and Indigenous impact
Learn how to analyse, interpret and communicate financial information by applying accounting principles
Develop skills in accounting principles, financial accounting processes, financial management and corporations law
We're accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Succeed in your studies with mentoring and specialised tutor programs
High demand for graduates with accounting skills and knowledge

Your career

Extensive opportunities exist for Flinders accounting graduates across business, government and not for profit sectors, both in Australia and internationally. They will develop a strong multidisciplinary focus, giving them a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Potential occupations include:

accountant
graduate consultant
graduate audit analyst
graduate taxation advisor.

Potential employers include:

accounting firms
financial management firms
investment advisory organisations
financial planning firms
government departments
self-employment.

Professional accreditation/recognition

This degree is accredited by Certified Practising Accountants Australia (CPA Australia) and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). It satisfies the admission requirements of professional bodies such as CPA Australia, CAANZ, and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).

What you will study

First year

A typical first year may include:

core topics in accounting principles; quantitative methods; management, people and organisations; economics for business; law for business; and foundations of finance
specialisation topics in accounting
a selection of business topics and electives.

Second year

A typical second year may include:

further core topics
further specialisation topics in accounting
a selection of additional business topics and electives.

Third year

A typical third year may include:

further core topics
further specialisation topics in accounting
a selection of additional business topics and electives.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.

Participate in Work-Integrated Learning and industry placement programs.
Immerse yourself in live industry projects with the New Venture Institute and engage with business in a real-world environment.

ATAR and Student Profile Information

ATAR and Selection Rank profile

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2022. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published

ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds	ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors	Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer	96.40	99.15
Median rank to receive an offer	83.40	89.40
Lowest rank to receive an offer	66.20	74.30

Student Profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2022 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Applicant background (Semester 1, 2022)	Number of students	Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course)	30	45%
Vocational education and training (VET) study	<5	<5
Work and life experience	<5	<5
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)	7	11%
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test)	5	8%
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways)	7	11%
International Students	12	18%
All students	66	100%

Study abroad

Flinders has a series of international exchange links that give you a chance to study part of your degree overseas, from a short-term three-week study tour to a yearlong exchange at any one of 80 partner universities around the world.

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree

Expand your career options by combining this degree with one of the following:

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, other Flinders degrees you might want to include in your list are:

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

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Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Course enquiries

Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.

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For all course enquiries phone or email us or complete the course enquiry form.

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Bachelor of Accounting

Study Accounting at Flinders

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