Undergraduate | 2026

Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Banking and Finance

Start date

February, July

Campus

Adelaide City

Duration

3 year(s) full-time

Mode

Hybrid

Program code

BCOMM

Study as

Full time or part time

Indicative annual fees

Commonwealth Supported

Prerequisite

None

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge of mathematics is a good background for commerce courses.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To be eligible for admission, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate that they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission:

Recent secondary education (Year 12)

Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

Higher education study

Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) of an undergraduate certificate (AQF level 5) or higher qualification at an Australian higher education institution.

Overseas qualifications considered by Adelaide University as equivalent to the above Australian qualifications may be accepted.

Work and life experience

Completion of an Adelaide University approved enabling, pathway or bridging program; OR
Achieved a pass result in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT); OR
Passed an Adelaide University online literacy and numeracy test AND have relevant work experience; OR
Qualify for special entry

Note:

Applications for Australian students to study at Adelaide University will open in August 2025, to commence study in 2026.

Please note that entry requirements for this degree are provisional and subject to change.

Why Bachelor of Commerce?

Fast-paced and ever-evolving, banking and finance offer a thrilling career where you manage money, solve challenges and connect with people. Emerging technologies including FinTech and RegTech have changed the banking and finance landscapes, prompting employers to seek adaptable, forward-looking employees who demonstrate initiative.

With a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Banking and Finance, you’ll graduate with the skillset to analyse, calculate, and report your findings on financial issues with conviction. Be it in the public, private or government sector, your prospects are boundless.

Overview

Seize the myriad of opportunities in the banking and finance sector, putting your hard-working nature, analytical prowess and interpersonal skills to the test. You could manage money, make investment decisions, or set goals for an established business. Perhaps you’ll combine your investment talents with socially driven causes, selecting investment opportunities that give back to the community.

The Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Banking and Finance will teach you the essential principles driving the banking and finance fields, empowering you to understand the financial challenges facing businesses today.

Learn about derivative markets, investment portfolio management and business valuation. Gain insight into international financial systems, foreign currency derivatives and international parity conditions – giving you a well-rounded and highly sought-after skillset.

Key features

Understand the fundamental principles of securities and business valuation.
Apply analytical techniques to solve business challenges and make strategic financial decisions.
Learn about derivative markets and the use of financial futures, forwards and options.
Gain in-depth insight into the investment process and the management of investment portfolios.
Study in state-of-the-art facilities and access data and analytical tools used in professional practice.
Prepare for the pathway to become a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder.

What you'll learn

The Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Banking and Finance will help you develop the key financial management, risk analysis and budgeting skills required to succeed in the sector. You’ll gain an understanding of securities and business valuation, focusing on the importance of a company’s growth and strategic decision-making to business value.

Along with foundational courses that will develop your knowledge of business structures, you’ll learn about the field of business finance, derivative markets, investment portfolios and the regulations and professional ethics employed in the financial sector.

Through this degree, you’ll study Undergraduate Core courses that are common to all commerce degrees. You’ll also study courses tailored to your major. Among others, topics include:

Business valuation
Options, futures and risk management
Financial institutions management
Corporate finance
Portfolio theory and management
Finance regulations and ethics.

Expand your knowledge into complementary areas through a range of electives. Take the chance to explore alternative investments such as real estate and artwork, cryptocurrencies, global wealth management and personal finance.

Over your second and third year, you’ll develop core professional skills through completing more than 300 hours of Work Integrated Learning (WIL), where you’ll undertake placements alongside finance professionals in your desired industry.

This degree will also allow you to expand your employability outcomes through facilitating skill development in teamwork, strategic thinking, communication, and cultural competence in a global environment.

Majors

The Bachelor of Commerce is also available with majors in the following:

Accounting
Business Analytics
Financial Planning
Property.

What courses you'll study

Complete 144 units comprising:

66 units from Core courses, and
12 units from Work integrated learning, and
18 units from Electives, and
48 units for one Major from Major

Complete exactly 66 units from the following:

	Course code	Units
Course name Accounting for Decision Makers	Course code ACCT1000	Units 6
Course name Business Applications for Artificial Intelligence	Course code ARTI3000	Units 6
Course name Business Finance	Course code BAFI1001	Units 6
Course name Business Law	Course code BUSI1001	Units 6
Course name Management, Organisations and Leadership	Course code BUSI1002	Units 6
Course name Data Analytics	Course code BUSI1008	Units 6
Course name Predictive and Visual Analytics for Managers and Consultants	Course code BUSI1009	Units 6
Course name Economics	Course code ECON1001	Units 6
Course name UG Common Core 1	Course code AUXX1000	Units 6
Course name UG Common Core 2	Course code AUXX2000	Units 6
Course name UG Common Core 3	Course code AUXX3000	Units 6

Complete 48 units for ALL of the following:

	Course code	Units
Course name Business Valuation	Course code BUSI1010	Units 6
Course name Foundations of Business Analytics	Course code BUSI2600	Units 6
Course name Options, Futures and Risk Management	Course code BAFI2004	Units 6
Course name Portfolio Theory and Management	Course code BAFI2007	Units 6
Course name Corporate Regulations and Ethics in Finance	Course code BAFI2008	Units 6
Course name Elective 1	Course code AUXX1011	Units 6
Course name Elective 2	Course code AUXX1012	Units 6
Course name Elective 3	Course code AUXX1013	Units 6

Complete exactly 12 units from the following:

Course name		Course code	Units
	Course name WIL/ Profession	Course code BUSI2900	Units 6
	Course name WIL / Profession	Course code BUSI2901	Units 6

Complete exactly 18 units from the following:

	Course code	Units
Course name Elective 1	Course code AUXX1011	Units 6
Course name Elective 2	Course code AUXX1012	Units 6
Course name Elective 3	Course code AUXX1013	Units 6
Course name Elective 4	Course code AUXX1014	Units 6

Career outcomes

You’ll graduate with the financial knowledge and analytical skills to make educated business decisions at a professional level. With your skills, you could work as one of the following:

Financial analyst
Investment banker
Portfolio manager
Business adviser
Blockchain developer
Data analyst.

You could be leading financial decisions for the nation, assessing cash flow streams, potential risks, and identifying avenues for growth. You might capitalise on the alternative investment market, securing collectibles for clients and forecasting new investment opportunities. Perhaps you’ll tap into the increasingly popular cryptocurrency world, becoming an expert in blockchain development.

Industry trends

The financial and insurance services sector is anticipated to employ more than 600,000 people by May 2033, with an even greater demand for managers and qualified professionals (Job and Skills Australia, 2023).

With FinTech making financial services more accessible than ever and RegTech helping quicken banking compliance processes, workers who are resilient, adaptable and can cope with high-pressure environments, are in high demand.

Your Adelaide University banking and finance degree will provide you with the foundational knowledge, practical experience and problem-solving skills to thrive.

Accreditation

Adelaide University is working through relevant approvals for program accreditation ahead of students commencing at the institution in 2026.

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How to apply

Applications for Australian students to study at Adelaide University will open in August 2025, to commence study in 2026.

Please note that entry requirements for this degree are provisional and subject to change.

If you want to start your studies earlier, consider applying to the University of Adelaide or UniSA now, and continue onto Adelaide University in 2026. Register your interest to stay informed.

FAQs

Explore answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

From August 2025 you can apply as a domestic student for entry to Adelaide University in 2026.
Applications for 2026 will be via SATAC for most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs. A direct application process will be available for 100% online degrees at a later date. In the meantime, you could start your degree at UniSA or the University of Adelaide and continue at Adelaide University.

Adelaide University is South Australia’s largest university with seven campuses across the state. Adelaide City Campus is in the heart of the central business district (including eastern and western precincts), while our Magill, Mawson Lakes and Waite campuses are located within the inner suburbs of Adelaide. Our Mount Gambier, Roseworthy and Whyalla campuses are set in the regions of South Australia. Building on our digital and online learning successes, we aim to also deliver online education to more students than any other Australian university.

Each of our campuses is equipped with cutting-edge, discipline specific facilities, contemporary study spaces and well-resourced libraries. Our city and suburban campuses also feature on-site gyms and eateries, and health services on, or nearby, campus.

You will be well supported academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually with access to on-campus facilities and services such as counselling, learning support, childcare, prayer rooms and more.

You will be well supported through a range of services at Adelaide University to ensure you get the most out of your student experience. Support services include:

Academic learning support, including after-hours support provided via Studiosity through live online chat assistance with writing, referencing, mathematics and more.
Advice and advocacy regarding access, adjustments and inclusivity if you have a disability, impairment, chronic health condition or significant caring responsibilities.
Libraries providing flexible study spaces, access to books, computer suites and online resources – as well as referencing support, search tips and more.
Career development hub, including extensive self-help resources, online learning programs, on-campus events, workshops and networking, one-on-one advice, and job search support.
Qualified counsellors who can provide confidential support to manage your mental health and wellbeing.
On-campus medical clinics on-site where you can make an appointment with a General Practitioner (GP) to discuss acute and preventative health care matters.
Information and advice for international students regarding accommodation, student life, visa and work rights and academic policies and procedures.
An active and visible LGBTIQA+ Ally Network that ensures the University provides a supportive environment where all staff and students can safely work and study free of harassment or discrimination.
Prayer rooms on campus, including gender specific spaces for worship purposes.
Campus security available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to ensure all students feel safe on campus.
A range of scholarships offered to commencing and continuing students each year to make university life a little easier.
A number of social outlets including student lounges, gyms, student-led clubs, sports teams and free events throughout the year.

Your tuition fees will depend on your program of study and enrolment load. You can find the annual fees relevant to your program on the specific degree page under the ‘fees’ section. The annual fee payable for your chosen program will also be outlined in your Offer of Admission.

Adelaide University will open in January 2026. Your studies will start at different times depending on what study period you’ve applied for. Adelaide University is currently using a semester model, which means most degrees start in Semester 1. Some degrees are also available to start in mid-year, sometimes with a different degree structure. 

Studies at Adelaide University typically commence in:  

February for Semester 1  
July for Semester 2.

Some degrees, such as the Bachelor of Medical Studies and Master of Business Administration, will have different starting dates. View the relevant degree page for more detail. 

For other key dates, including census dates and exam periods, you can view our Academic calendar. 

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Your study experience and support

Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. You’ll have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. Our campuses are equipped with purpose-built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.

You’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies, with health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and modern student lounges. Get involved in campus sport or join our student clubs that will connect you to your passions – and the people who share them.

Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual requirements and budget, with options ranging from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. One of the world’s most liveable cities, Adelaide has lots of leafy parks, gardens and social hubs – and some of the highest living standards globally. No matter where you are in Adelaide, you’re only a short distance from beaches, vineyards, museums, art galleries, restaurants, bars and parklands. Visit the accommodation web page to find out more.

Student services

We’re here to support you on your student journey. Adelaide University offers a range of support services and facilities, including:

Career advice and mentoring services
Personal counselling
LGBTQIA+ support
Academic support
Fees and finance help
Security services
Accommodation services
Common rooms
Prayer rooms.

You’ll also have unlimited access to our dedicated student support hub. Visit in-person or online, or contact our friendly team by phone. We can assist you with anything study-related including enrolment, identification cards, timetables, fees and more.

Your campus

You'll be studying at one of our renowned campuses, accessing cutting-edge facilities and contemporary study spaces.

This degree is offered at the following campus(es)

Study hours

Your courses will require a combination of different learning formats, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Aside from your classes, you’ll also need to allocate additional time for independent study. This may include assignments, readings, projects and contributing to online discussion forums. As a rough guide, full-time studies may require 12-26 hours of class time and 14-18 hours of independent study per week.

Assessment

During your studies at Adelaide University, you’ll complete a mixture of practical, professional and research-based learning. Your assessment types will vary depending on the degree you’re studying, but may include: