Bachelor of AccountingApproved Abbreviation: BAcc
Western Sydney University Course Code: 2783.2
AQF Level: 7
CRICOS Code: 087773B
Students should follow the course structure for the relevant course version. Students enrolled in version 1 should follow the information via the link below:
Commencement Year 2016 - 2783.1 Bachelor of Accounting
The Bachelor of Accounting provides students with an in-depth knowledge of accounting, supported by knowledge of associated disciplines of law, economics, finance and statistics. The degree is unique in its scope and coverage offering qualification in accounting and, in combination with available specialisations, in financial planning and taxation.
This degree satisfies the accreditation requirements of CPA Australia (CPA), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) for entry into their respective programs. Completion of this degree will allow students to claim a number of exemptions from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) in obtaining the CIMA Professional Qualification.
On successful completion of the Financial Planning and Taxation specialisation the degree satisfies the eligibility requirements for Financial Planner AFP® membership and educational requirements for entry into the CFP® Certification Program of FPA. This course also meets the RG146 generic knowledge requirements, specialist knowledge requirements and skills requirements as they currently stand. Details regarding the coverage of RG146 requirements are available via the link located below
RG146 requirements
The University has approval from the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) to deliver courses in Australian taxation law and commercial law for tax (financial) advisers and tax agents. Completion of the Bachelor of Accounting degree (including completion of specific electives) satisfies the tertiary qualifications requirements to register as a Tax (Financial) Adviser or Tax Agent. Details of which units must be completed to meet these requirements can be found via the link below
TPB Tax (Financial) Adviser Registration Requirements
Study Mode
Three years full-time or six years part-time.
Advanced standing
Advanced Standing will be assessed in accordance with University policy.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Accounting is accredited with and satisfies the pre-admission educational requirements for membership of CPA Australia (CPA), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). Completion of this degree will allow students to claim a number of exemptions from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) in obtaining the CIMA Professional Qualification. On successful completion of the Financial Planning and Taxation specialisation the degree satisfies the accreditation requirements of the Financial Planning Association (FPA). This course also meets the RG146 generic knowledge requirements, specialist knowledge requirements and skills requirements as they currently stand. Details re the coverage of RG146 requirements are available via the link located above. In addition, by completing available majors within the program, students satisfy the tertiary education requirements to register as a Tax (Financial) Adviser and a Tax Agent with the TPB (pending completion of certain electives). Details regarding these requirements can be found via the link located above.
Admission
Year 12 HSC (or equivalent); or completed Diploma in Business at Western Sydney University, The College; or completed relevant TAFE award.
Eligibility for admission to the Bachelor of Accounting is based on the following minimum requirements:
Assumed Knowledge: Mathematics and any two units of English. Students unable to demonstrate sufficient levels of achievement in mathematics will be required to use one of the elective units to increase their mathematical aptitude. This will not lengthen the period of study.
Applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and holders of permanent resident visas must be made via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). Use the links below to apply via UAC or Western Sydney University. Applications made directly to Western Sydney do not have an application fee.
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local and International applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website. Local applicants applying directly to the University should also use the information provided on the UAC website.
http://www.uac.edu.au/
https://westernsydney.uac.edu.au/ws/
International applicants must apply directly to Western Sydney University via the International Office.
International students applying to The University through the International Office can find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on their website.
International Office
Overseas qualifications must be deemed by the Australian Education International - National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR) to be equivalent to Australian qualifications in order to be considered by UAC and Western Sydney University.
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Accreditation
This degree is internationally accredited with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and students who complete this degree will receive exemptions from 11 ACCA papers.
Details available on the ACCA website at
https://www.accaglobal.com/an/en.html
Course Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 240 credit points which includes 16 core units plus eight elective units.
Students must complete a minimum of 60 credit points at Level 3.
Core units
| 200111 | Financial Accounting Applications |
| 200116 | Management Accounting Fundamentals |
| 200488 | Corporate Financial Management |
| 200973 | Techniques in Financial Accounting |
| 200108 | Contemporary Management Accounting |
| 200183 | Law of Business Organisations |
| 200109 | Corporate Accounting Systems |
| 200534 | Accounting Information Systems |
| 200974 | Accounting Standards and Governance |
| 200535 | Auditing and Assurance Services |
| 200118 | The Accountant as a Consultant |
Choose one of
| 200052 | Introduction to Economic Methods |
Specialisations
Completion of a specialisation is optional. Students who elect to do a specialisation may choose only one of the following specialisations.
| MT2033 | Financial Planning and Taxation |
Electives
Students who choose to undertake one of the available specialisations specified above will have up to 40 credit points (four units) of electives available.
Students who do not elect to take a specialisation will have 80 credit points (eight units) of electives available.
Elective units may include additional units from Business or any other discipline. Enrolment in elective units is subject to meeting any required criteria for individual units, such as co-requisites and pre-requisites.
Recommended Sequence
Sydney City Campus
Click here for the recommended sequence at Sydney City Campus.
Bankstown, Campbelltown and Parramatta campuses
Full-time
Year 1
Autumn session
Choose one of
| 200052 | Introduction to Economic Methods |
Spring session
| 200111 | Financial Accounting Applications |
| 200488 | Corporate Financial Management |
| 200183 | Law of Business Organisations |
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Year 2
Autumn session
| 200973 | Techniques in Financial Accounting |
| 200116 | Management Accounting Fundamentals |
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Spring session
| 200534 | Accounting Information Systems |
| 200108 | Contemporary Management Accounting |
| 200974 | Accounting Standards and Governance |
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Year 3
Autumn session
| 200109 | Corporate Accounting Systems |
And three electives
These may include any units from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Spring session
| 200535 | Auditing and Assurance Services |
| 200118 | The Accountant as a Consultant |
And two electives
These may include any units from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Part-time
Year 1
Autumn session
Spring session
| 200111 | Financial Accounting Applications |
Year 2
Autumn session
| 200973 | Techniques in Financial Accounting |
Choose one of
| 200052 | Introduction to Economic Methods |
Spring session
| 200488 | Corporate Financial Management |
| 200183 | Law of Business Organisations |
Year 3
Autumn session
| 200116 | Management Accounting Fundamentals |
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Spring session
| 200108 | Contemporary Management Accounting |
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Year 4
Autumn session
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Spring session
| 200534 | Accounting Information Systems |
| 200974 | Accounting Standards and Governance |
Year 5
Autumn session
| 200109 | Corporate Accounting Systems |
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Spring session
| 200118 | The Accountant as a Consultant |
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Year 6
Autumn session
| 200535 | Auditing and Assurance Services |
And one elective
This may include any unit from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Spring session
Two electives
These may include any units from the MT2031 Financial Planning or MT2032 Taxation specialisations.
Major and Sub-major elective spaces
Elective units may be used toward obtaining an additional approved major (80 credit points) or sub-major (40 credit points).
Search for majors and sub-majors
Western Sydney University offers majors and sub-majors in a range of areas including Sustainability and Indigenous Studies.
Indigenous Australian Studies Major
Indigenous Australian Studies Sub-major
Indigenous Australian Creative Expressions Sub-major
Indigenous Economics Sub-major
Business Sustainability Sub-major
Students can apply for an elective major or sub-major via MySR.
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