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Bond University

Bachelor of Commerce

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Duration

    2F

  • Campus

    Gold Coast (QLD)

  • Intl. Tuition

    Fee not confirmed

  • Intake

    January 2027

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Course Overview

Bachelor of Commerce at Bond University in Gold Coast, Queensland, 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)

Business graduates pursue careers in finance, consulting, marketing, operations and general management. Graduate schemes at the Big Four, investment banks, major consultancies and FTSE/Fortune 500 companies are primary entry points, with many proceeding to MBA study.

Student life (indicative)

The Gold Coast offers a hedonistic student lifestyle — legendary beaches, a pumping nightlife strip, theme parks, year-round sunshine, and easy access to Brisbane's cultural scene.

The University at a Glance

Student Population

5,939

Staff Ratio

9.0:1

International

39.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate

67.0%

of graduates employed

Avg Starting Salary

£40,290

First-year earnings

Placement Year

✓ Available

Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page

City & Location

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Bachelor of Commerce
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Bachelor of Commerce topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed.

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

Student Population

5,939

Total students

Staff Ratio

9:1

Students per staff

International Students

39%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Mild coastal

Safety Index (indicative)

8.5/10

Transport

Good (close to station or regional airport)

Social Scene

Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle

Student Life & City (indicative)

The Gold Coast offers a hedonistic student lifestyle — legendary beaches, a pumping nightlife strip, theme parks, year-round sunshine, and easy access to Brisbane's cultural scene.

  • The Gold Coast offers a hedonistic student lifestyle — legendary beaches, a pumping nightlife strip, theme parks, year-round sunshine, and easy access to Brisbane's cultural scene.

What Students Love

  • Beach lifestyle
  • Vibrant nightlife & bars
  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Major sports culture

University Stats

Total Students5,939
Student-to-Staff Ratio9:1
International Students39%
Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment

67%

Employed after graduation

Avg Starting Salary

£40,290

Average first-year salary

Placement Year

✓ Available

Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Business graduates pursue careers in finance, consulting, marketing, operations and general management. Graduate schemes at the Big Four, investment banks, major consultancies and FTSE/Fortune 500 companies are primary entry points, with many proceeding to MBA study.

  • Business graduates pursue careers in finance, consulting, marketing, operations and general management.
  • Graduate schemes at the Big Four, investment banks, major consultancies and FTSE/Fortune 500 companies are primary entry points, with many proceeding to MBA study.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Law
  • Business
  • Health

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

  • Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page

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)

Housing£872/mo
Food & Groceries£339/mo
Transport£94/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,501
Annual living costs£18,012/yr

Cost Overview (indicative)

Like most major Australian cities, Gold Coast carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,900/month (housing $1,105, food $430, transport $120). The Gold Coast lifestyle is worth the moderate cost — beaches, sun and a social scene to match.

  • Like most major Australian cities, Gold Coast carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,900/month (housing $1,105, food $430, transport $120).
  • The Gold Coast lifestyle is worth the moderate cost — beaches, sun and a social scene to match.