Bachelor of Commerce (Major in Accounting)

Course introduction

Introduction

Do you love crunching figures? Are you intrigued by the workings of the financial world? Do you wish to plug into this ever-growing industry?

The Bachelor of Commerce (with a major in Accounting) is your first step to becoming a fully qualified accountant. This programme embodies solid theoretical studies that are complemented with real-world applications. As accountancy is at the very heart of all organisations, you will find the programme offers enormous scope and opportunities.

Accolades

Top 3% UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD*

No.1 UNIVERSITY IN AUSTRALIA UNDER 50 YEARS OF AGE**

5 Stars IN HOBSON'S GOOD UNIVERSITIES GUIDE***

Top 100 Most International Universities
(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013-14)

15 Disciplines ranked in the Top 200 in the world
(QS World University Rankings by Subjects 2015)

Australia's Number One University Under 50**
(Times Higher Education ‘Top 100 Under 50’ 2014)

5 Stars in socio-economic equity and generic skills***
(Hobsons Good Universities Guide 2015)

Top 3% of Universities in the World*
(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2014 and QS World University Rankings 2014)

Australia's Top Performing University Under 50, Australia's Number One University Under 50
(QS 'Top 50 Under 50' 2014)

Top 301-400 Universities in the world
(Academic Ranking of World Universities 2014)

Over 2,000 University of Newcastle students currently enrolled in PSB Academy

Professional Accreditation

The Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) program provides the gateway for students to achieve an accredited undergraduate degree and then enter and undertake further studies with CPA Australia or Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA) to attain CPA or ICAA status.

Programme Structure

This programme consists of 24 modules
3 trimesters in Year 1 and 2
4 modules are taught in each semester/trimester by both University faculty and local lecturers

Year 2 and 3 represent an accelerated programme which allows a typical 3-year programme to be completed in 2 years.

Students may also enjoy the benefit of transferring or completing their studies on campus in Australia.

Assessment and Examination

Assessments may include assignments, tests, projects, and final examinations.

Curriculum Overview

Programme Structure

This is an accelerated programme which allows a typical 3-year programme to be completed in 2 years.

Academic Year 1 & Year 2:

The University of Newcastle Australia Degree Programme

1st Trimester

Accounting for Decision Makers
Managing the Organisation
Microeconomics for Business Decisions
Business Decision Making

2nd Trimester

Accounting Practice
Information and Communication in Business
Foundations of Law
Principles of Marketing

3rd Trimester

Law of Business Organisations
Financial Accounting
Company Accounting
Management Accounting

Academic Year 2 & Year 3:

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4th Trimester

Macroeconomics in the Global Economy
Finance
Business Strategy
Advanced Management Accounting

5th Trimester

Organisations, Politics and Society
Accounting Theory
Leadership and Entrepreneurship
Elective

6th Trimester

Issues in Financial Accounting
Taxation
Auditing and Assurance
Elective

Delivery of modules may not follow the sequence as shown and are subject to change.

Area of Studies

As a graduate of the programme, you will be equipped to take advantage of career opportunities in the following professions:

Chartered Accounting
Public Practice
Tax
Auditing
Public Sector Accounting
Not-for-profit Sector Accounting
Management

Entry Requirements

Local Student Admission

Admission Requirements

The University of Newcastle, Australia Degree Programme

GCE A Levels (minimum 3 A- level passes including Mathematics, excluding General Paper) and meeting the minimum entry requirement of the programme; OR
Diploma from a local Polytechnic or other recognized institutions; OR
Completion of the Foundation of Business Studies from PSB Academy; OR
Higher NITEC; OR
Other Diploma or equivalent qualification would be assessed on a case by case basis

Applicants with Diplomas or Advanced Diplomas in related studies from polytechnics or other recognised institutions may be considered for advance standing into the Year 2 courses.

Duration & Intake

Programme Duration

Programme Duration

The programme can be completed within 2 years.

Intakes

Local Students

August every year

Fees & Funding

Local Student

Programme intake: Aug

Programme Fees: S$1,615.70 (Per Module)

16 - 20 Months (16-20 Modules)
Eligible for: Local Polytechnic Diploma (Business related) Advanced Diploma(Business related) Or equivalent	S$25,851.20* to S$32,314*
24 Months Programme (24 Modules)
Eligible for: GCE A Level Higher Nitec Local Polytechnic Diploma PEI Diploma(Non-Business related) or equivalent	S$38,776.80*

Singaporean/PR graduates of PSB Academy are entitled fee rebates for subsequent programmes. Please contact our Programme Consultant for more information.

* All fees inclusive of 7% GST and may be subject to change annually
* Programme fees exclude textbooks

International Student

Programme Fees (International Admissions)

Installments	Amount
1st Installment	$6,462.80
2nd Installment	$6,462.80
3rd Installment	$6,462.80
4th Installment	$6,462.80
5th Installment	$6,462.80
6th Installment	$6,462.80
Total Fees	$38776.80