Melbourne Polytechnic
Bachelor of Accounting
Preston, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Preston (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Accounting at Melbourne Polytechnic in Preston, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Accounting graduates typically pursue ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications while working at the Big Four (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG), mid-tier firms or in-house finance teams across every major industry.
Student life (indicative)
Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Accounting
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Accounting topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Accounting
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion of any English. | Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the equivalent in your state or territory, or successful completion of the International Baccalaureate.
- Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the equivalent in your state or territory, or successful completion of the International Baccalaureate.
- Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- Applicants who do not meet prerequisites Applicants who have not met the prerequisites for this course will be considered if they have commenced or successfully completed a higher education qualification.
- VTAC Personal Statement Applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal statement.
- Applicants must include details of relevant employment, prior studies and other evidence of ability to successfully complete this course.
- Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- Applicants who do not meet prerequisites Applicants who have not met the prerequisites for this course will be considered if they have achieved a VET qualification at Certificate IV level or higher.
- VTAC Personal Statement Applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal statement.
- Applicants must include details of relevant employment, prior studies and other evidence of ability to successfully complete this course.
- Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- Applicants who do not meet prerequisites Applicants who have not met the prerequisites for this course will need to demonstrate at an interview relevant industry or life experience.
- Interview To book an interview email businessdegrees@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au or call ( 03) 9269 1681 or (03) 9269 1535.
- The booking system will remain available throughout the application and change of preference periods.
- For more information regarding the interview requirements please visit the Course page.
- VTAC Personal Statement Applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal statement.
- Applicants must include details of relevant employment, prior studies and other evidence of ability to successfully complete this course.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
- Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Accounting graduates typically pursue ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications while working at the Big Four (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG), mid-tier firms or in-house finance teams across every major industry.
- Accounting graduates typically pursue ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications while working at the Big Four (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG), mid-tier firms or in-house finance teams across every major industry.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
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Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Preston carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, Preston carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.