Overview

The UC Master of Professional Accounting course is the perfect study pathway for those looking for any one of the following outcomes:

Those students who already hold a postgraduate degree in another field but considering exploring switching careers and becoming an accountant.

Internationally educated accountants, looking to meet the minimum entry requirements for working in Australia as established by the CPA (Certified Practicing Accountant) Australia, and CAANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand).

Study the Master of Professional Accounting at University of Canberra and you will:

gain extensive technical, analytical and practical accounting skills

learn the accepted industry ethics and integrity standards

gain unprecedented access to industry contacts

work on real world problems in practical environments

explore professional accounting practices in industry, government and private practice.

forge strong professional industry networks

graduate with an internationally recognised qualification

gain admission as an associate member of CPA Australia, or CAANZ

Career opportunities

The UC Master of Professional Accounting Course is a globally recognise and respected qualification that will expose graduates to a wide range of industries and numerous job opportunities all over the world including, but not limited to:

chief financial officer
tax manager
finance director
cost account manager
senior financial analyst
compliance manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Accounting Systems & Practices
Business Finance
Business Law
Economics for Managers
Management Accounting
Research Methods
Corporate Accounting
Law of Business Associations
Quantitative Methods in Commerce

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-21 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canberra, Australia
Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Accounting View 84 other Masters in Accounting in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have a bachelor degree or equivalent as approved by the University. There are no work experience requirements. Students who have undertaken an undergraduate degree with a major in accounting with an Australian institution are ineligible for entry to the degree.

CRICOS Code: 083324D

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36500 AUD / year

≈ 36500 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

27000 AUD / year

≈ 27000 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students have Commonwealth Supported Places

Living costs

Canberra

Australia

1425 - 2504 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Professional Accounting.

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