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Bachelor of Accounting

Undergraduate | 2026

Mode

100% Online

Start date

January, April, June, September

Duration

3 year(s) full-time

Program code

XBACC

Study as

Full-time

Indicative annual fees

$27,100

Non-tuition fees

Prerequisite

None

Assumed knowledge

None

Time commitment

10-15 hours per week per course

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

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) in a higher education award program.

International non-student visa holders

This program is delivered online. It is open to international students who:

are studying online outside of Australia; or
do not require a student visa to undertake this program in Australia.

It is not available to international students wishing to study in Australia on a student visa.

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

IELTS Overall 6.5
IELTS Reading 6.0
IELTS Listening 6.0
IELTS Speaking 6.0
IELTS Writing 6.0

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by Adelaide University and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements:

Equivalent English qualifications

International admissions by country

Country	Requirement	Score
Australia	ATAR	65
Bangladesh	Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)	4.75
China	Gaokao	60%
China	Maple Leaf Education Systems World School Program	60%
Global	International Baccalaureate	24
Hong Kong	Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)	15
India	CBSE and CISCE	65
India	State Board Examinations	75
Indonesia	SMA III	70%
Kenya	Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)	B
Malaysia	Matrikulasi	2.33
Malaysia	Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)	2.33
Malaysia	United Entrance Certificate (UEC)	25
Nepal	National Examinations Board (NEB)	2.61
Philippines	High School Diploma (Grade 12) (Academic Track) K12	85%
Singapore	Singapore GCE Advanced Levels	6
Sri Lanka	GCE A Levels	7
Taiwan	GSAT %	60%
Thailand	Matayom 6	3.00
UK / Global	GCE Advanced Levels	6
UK / Global	NCUK	6
USA / Global	Advanced Placement (AP)	6
USA / Global	America College Test (ACT)	20
USA / Global	Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT)	1050
Vietnam	Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Trung Học Phổ Thôxwng (Vietnamese Year 12)	7.5

Note:

Applications for 100% online study at Adelaide University will open in July 2025, to commence study in 2026.

Why Bachelor of Accounting?

Create a career you can count on.

In Australia, accounting roles are expecting significant growth over the next decade.

With businesses shifting towards sustainability, accountants with environmental reporting skills and sustainable financial practices are in demand.

As technology integrates into the accounting world – graduates practiced in data analytics, cloud computing and AI-driven tools will be highly-valued in the marketplace.

Study a mix of traditional and technological expertise at Adelaide University and gain a competitive marketplace advantage.

Overview

Our 100% online Bachelor of Accounting equips you for success, with marketable skills for your future career. We partner with industry and peak professional bodies so your studies are industry-aligned.

You’ll develop a deeper understanding of the accounting sector. Build the foundations to analyse and interpret accounting information in business environments. Learn about the economic, legal and political influences impacting today’s global business world.

You’ll gain firsthand technical skills in financial digital technology and IT systems. Examine the role of tax accountant and adviser. Learn how to compile business and individual tax returns. Deepen your reporting, analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

You’ll study insolvency in cases of personal and business financial distress. Learn about liquidations and how to restructure under-performing businesses. Graduate as a skilled communicator, who can provide client tax planning advice and strategies.

Key features

Develop a strong foundation of accounting knowledge, building skills in business, taxation, auditing, law, finance and sustainability.
Focus on the economic, legal and political influences that affect global business.
Explore emerging trends in digital marketing such as online advertising, mobile marketing and CRM strategies.
Unpack current issues and developments in the accounting profession.
Understand how business intelligence and analytics can be used to solve organisational problems.
Study a degree informed by world-class research in finance and accounting.

What you'll learn

Adelaide University's 100% online Bachelor of Accounting offers a challenging program that builds your confidence and industry-readiness.

You’ll begin your studies with fundamental business principles to build a solid foundation for your career. Learn about accounting and quantitative methods for business. Understand business law, finance, business intelligence and data management, economics and marketing principles.

Next, build your knowledge with an accounting specialisation to enhance your employability. Develop your knowledge of financial and management accounting. Learn about taxation, company law and auditing. Gain desirable skills like environmental reporting for sustainable accounting.

You’ll study future-focused courses, including:

Quantitative methods for business
Marketing principles: trading and exchange
Principles of economics
Financial accounting
Business intelligence
Companies and partnership law
Management and organisation
Sustainability accounting and reporting
Auditing theory and practice
Taxation law
Strategic financial analysis.

You’ll choose from electives to deepen your understanding of global and contemporary accounting issues. Study the practical application of financial statements in business analysis. Acquire knowledge of valuation, credit assessment and strategic decision-making. Study corporate governance and regulatory compliance. Experience real-world learning through an industry-relevant project, online presentations and report writing.

Graduates are eligible for membership with CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, the global Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Association of International Accountants (AIA), and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

What courses you'll study

Complete 144 units comprising:

108 units for all Core courses, and
36 units for Electives

Complete 108 units for ALL of the following:

	Course code	Units
Course name UO Accounting for Business	Course code ACCT1005	Units 6
Course name UO Financial Accounting 1	Course code ACCT1006	Units 6
Course name UO Career Development in Business	Course code BUSI1017	Units 6
Course name UO Principles of Economics	Course code ECON1010	Units 6
Course name UO Business Law	Course code LAWS1018	Units 6
Course name UO Marketing Principles: Trading and Exchange	Course code MARK1013	Units 6
Course name UO Quantitative Methods for Business	Course code MATH1028	Units 6
Course name UO Financial Accounting 2	Course code ACCT2003	Units 6
Course name UO Management Accounting	Course code ACCT2004	Units 6
Course name UO Management and Organisation	Course code BUSI2019	Units 6
Course name UO Business Intelligence	Course code INFO2022	Units 6
Course name UO Companies and Partnership Law	Course code LAWS2012	Units 6
Course name UO Auditing Theory and Practice	Course code ACCT3003	Units 6
Course name UO Contemporary Issues in Accounting	Course code ACCT3004	Units 6
Course name UO Financial Accounting 3	Course code ACCT3005	Units 6
Course name UO Sustainability Accounting and Reporting	Course code ACCT3006	Units 6
Course name UO Strategic Financial Analysis	Course code BUSI3034	Units 6
Course name UO Taxation Law 1	Course code LAWS3007	Units 6

Complete 36 units comprising:

36 units from Program electives

	Course code	Units
Course name UO Business and Society	Course code BUSI1018	Units 6
Course name UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning	Course code SOCI3014	Units 6
Course name UO HR Analytics	Course code HRES3005	Units 6
Course name UO Virtual Industry Internship	Course code BUSI3041	Units 6
Course name UO Digital Marketing	Course code MARK3013	Units 6
Course name UO Marketing for Health and Wellbeing	Course code MARK2012	Units 6
Course name UO Macroeconomics	Course code ECON1011	Units 6
Course name UO Consumer Behaviour	Course code MARK1011	Units 6
Course name UO Professional Development in Marketing	Course code MARK1012	Units 6
Course name UO Marketing Analytics	Course code MARK2009	Units 6
Course name UO Market Research	Course code MARK2010	Units 6
Course name UO Retailing	Course code MARK2011	Units 6
Course name UO Advertising	Course code MARK2008	Units 6
Course name UO Branding	Course code MARK3010	Units 6
Course name UO Essentials of Marketing Planning	Course code MARK3011	Units 6
Course name UO Foundations of Human Resource Management	Course code HRES2012	Units 6
Course name UO Organisational Behaviour	Course code BUSI2017	Units 6
Course name UO Managing Decision Making	Course code BUSI3031	Units 6
Course name UO International Management Ethics and Values	Course code BUSI3030	Units 6
Course name UO Strategic Management	Course code BUSI3033	Units 6
Course name UO Project Management: Principles and Strategies	Course code BUSI2020	Units 6
Course name UO Training and Development	Course code HRES2011	Units 6
Course name UO Managing the Employment Relationship	Course code BUSI3028	Units 6
Course name UO Strategic Human Resource Management	Course code BUSI3029	Units 6
Course name UO Organisational Leadership	Course code BUSI3032	Units 6
Course name UO Performance and Compensation Management	Course code HRES2010	Units 6
Course name UO Recruitment and Selection	Course code HRES3004	Units 6
Course name UO Strategic Financial Analysis	Course code BUSI3034	Units 6
Course name UO Entrepreneurship for Social and Market Impact	Course code BUSI2021	Units 6
Course name UO International Business Environments	Course code IBUS3008	Units 6
Course name UO Organisational Entrepreneurship	Course code BUSI3035	Units 6
Course name UO Personal Finance	Course code BAFI1004	Units 6
Course name UO Portfolio and Fund Management	Course code BAFI3010	Units 6
Course name UO Applied Financial Planning	Course code BAFI3008	Units 6
Course name UO Financial Markets and Institutions	Course code BAFI1003	Units 6
Course name Introduction to Financial Planning	Course code BAFI1000	Units 6
Course name UO Risk Management and Insurance	Course code BAFI3011	Units 6
Course name UO Estate Planning	Course code BAFI3009	Units 6
Course name UO Superannuation	Course code BAFI3012	Units 6
Course name Tax Clinic	Course code ACCT3007	Units 6

Career outcomes

Nearly two million new professional jobs will be created by 2034, and accounting careers are in the top three growth industries in Australia (Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024).

Fancy working as a management accountant? Support senior management in making critical business decisions, prepare forecasts, budgets and risk analysis. You’ll advise managers about the financial implications of business decisions.

Want to be an auditor or risk consultant? You’ll ensure operational integrity and compliance. Report on financial and managerial processes and systems. Work on business process reviews and risk assessments.

Perhaps you’d like to work in insolvency? Collaborate with stakeholders in cases of financial distress and liquidations, and restructure under-performing businesses.

You could also be a:

Auditor/risk consultant
Business adviser
Insolvency and reconstruction adviser
Management accountant
Practising accountant
Tax accountant and adviser.

Industry Trends

In Australia, accounting career opportunities are expecting strong growth over the next decade. This rise is due to a demand for accountants with regulatory compliance expertise and skills in digital transformation for financial systems. The shift towards sustainable business practices has made ‘green skills’ across every industry highly desirable (Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2024).

With 50% of the new roles in the next decade requiring a bachelor’s degree or higher, Adelaide University accounting graduates can expect a bright future.

How to apply

Applications for 100% online study at Adelaide University will open in July 2025, to commence study in 2026.

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.

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You’ll access all your learning resources, submit assessments, and engage with your academic team and peers via Adelaide University's unique online learning platform, available 24/7.

You'll learn through a mix of interactive experiences including videos, virtual forums, online discussions and activities, with no need to attend an Adelaide University campus, not even for assessments or exams.

Our degrees are specifically designed for online learning, and you'll be fully supported throughout your studies by our local student support team and our expert academics, available seven days a week. You'll stay engaged with networking opportunities and virtual events, and once you graduate, you're invited to either join us in Adelaide, or celebrate via livestream with your family and friends.

As a general rule, any desktop or laptop computer produced in the last three years will be capable of meeting the online learning requirements. While mobiles and tablets are able to access most of your online content, we recommend using a desktop or laptop computer to make the most of the online learning experience. You'll also require a reliable internet connection, and you may need a webcam.

As an Adelaide University student, you'll have free access to the full Office 365 ProPlus suite, which includes Word, Excel and PowerPoint. If your degree requires specialised software, you'll also be able to download this to your device for free.

You'll have 24/7 access to your learning resources via the online learning platform, and can study when and where it suits you. In some rare instances, assessments or contact with your online academic team may require you to be online at a set time, however these times are generally flexible. You'll be able to discuss your requirements with your academic team or speak to our student support team if you need assistance.

If your course has an exam, you will generally need to sit this at a designated date and time.

Yes, if you have studied at university or completed a VET qualification (Certificate IV or above), or can demonstrate significant and relevant work experience, you could be eligible to receive credit towards your degree.

Your eligibility for credit will be assessed once you have submitted your application, and you will be informed of your credit outcome before your application is approved and you need to enrol. If you don't have the information required to be considered for credit when you apply to study, you will still be able to apply for credit after your application has been approved, with an outcome usually determined within a few days.

No, if you are enrolled in a 100% online Adelaide University program, you are not able to enrol into an on-campus course as part of your degree. However, as an Adelaide University student, you are welcome to visit our Adelaide campuses and participate in student events and clubs, utilise our sporting facilities and libraries, and attend your graduation ceremony in-person.

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Your study experience and support

Studying 100% online with Adelaide University means joining a dynamic community of learners – all supported by dedicated teams committed to your success. From day one to graduation, you’ll have access to comprehensive academic, student and technical support teams to ensure you get the most out of your online learning journey.

Student support services

Need help with enrolments, managing your study load, or setting your academic goals? Our student support team is here to assist. They’re your first point of contact for advice and are available seven days a week, including out-of-hours and on weekends. Get the help you need – when it suits you.

As an online student, you’ll also have access to our specialised on-campus student support services. Whether you’re looking for career advice, health and wellbeing support, international student assistance, accessibility services, or something else, we’ve got you covered. Visit the Support webpage to explore the services available.

Online academic support

From understanding course content to tackling assignments, writing, and referencing, our expert academics are here to guide you. Available seven days a week, they’ll provide personalised support to help you progress through your studies.

Tech support

We’ve got your back when it comes to technology. Our IT support team is available 24/7 to resolve any tech challenges you might face. With fast response times and tailored solutions, we’ll ensure nothing stands in your way. You’ll also enjoy free access to software downloads required for your program.

Study hours

Adelaide University’s 100% online programs offer the flexibility to fit your lifestyle. You can engage with course materials at any time that works for you – there’s no need to log in at set times. To stay on track, we recommend setting aside 10 to 15 hours per week for each course, but you can adapt your schedule and your study load to suit your needs.

Assessment

All assessments, including exams (if required) are conducted 100% online – so you’ll never need to travel to submit an assignment or sit an exam. Depending on your program, your assessments might include:

An industry-relevant project or case study
An online presentation
Essays and reports.