Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Melbourne (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Home Tuition
A$18,025 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))
Intake
TBD
See how your grades stack up for this course
With an Ascenda account you get your fit and admit odds for every programme, a shortlist you can compare, and your deadlines and applications in one place.
Course Overview
Bachelor of Accounting and Finance at Australian Catholic University in Melbourne, 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)
Finance graduates enter investment banking, corporate finance, asset management, financial analysis and fintech roles. Graduate schemes at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, BlackRock, HSBC and the Big Four are primary entry points, with CFA or ACA qualification typical career progressions.
Student life (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and a world leader in café culture, food diversity, live music and the arts. Students consistently rate it as one of the best cities in the world to live and study.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
35,037
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
17.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
81.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Accounting and Finance topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates Community Engagement Students must accumulate 35
- 70 hours of community engagement through volunteer work in a not
- for
- profit organisation. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Recent Year 12 graduates Community Engagement Students must accumulate 35
- 70 hours of community engagement through volunteer work in a not
- for
- profit organisation. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with Higher Education study Community Engagement Students must accumulate 35
- 70 hours of community engagement through volunteer work in a not
- for
- profit organisation. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with VET study Community Engagement Students must accumulate 35
- 70 hours of community engagement through volunteer work in a not
- for
- profit organisation. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Applicants with work and life experience Community Engagement Students must accumulate 35
- 70 hours of community engagement through volunteer work in a not
- for
- profit organisation. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Non
- Year 12 prerequisites Subject proficiency: As for Year 12 or equivalent. | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Regional adjustments Our Access ACU scheme encourages applicants to access opportunities at ACU. There are a few ways to receive adjustment points depending on where you live or where you attended school. These are automatically applied through the relevant Tertiary Admissions Centre
- there is no need to apply separately. For further information, please see Adjustment factors Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Accounting, Business Management, Economics, any English, Literature, Legal Studies, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Religion and Society equals 1 aggregate point per study. A study score of 40 in Accounting, Business Management, Economics, any English, Literature, Legal Studies, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Religion and Society equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Australian Catholic University Equity schemes information and the Australian Catholic University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Accounting, Business Management, Economics, any English, Literature, Legal Studies, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Religion and Society equals 1 aggregate point per study. A study score of 40 in Accounting, Business Management, Economics, any English, Literature, Legal Studies, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Religion and Society equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Australian Catholic University Equity schemes information and the Australian Catholic University website
Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
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
35,037
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
17%
Of student body
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
Student Life & City (indicative)
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and a world leader in café culture, food diversity, live music and the arts. Students consistently rate it as one of the best cities in the world to live and study.
- Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and a world leader in café culture, food diversity, live music and the arts.
- Students consistently rate it as one of the best cities in the world to live and study.
What Students Love
- Rich arts & cultural scene
- Great café culture
- Diverse international food scene
- Active music scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
81%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Finance graduates enter investment banking, corporate finance, asset management, financial analysis and fintech roles. Graduate schemes at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, BlackRock, HSBC and the Big Four are primary entry points, with CFA or ACA qualification typical career progressions.
- Finance graduates enter investment banking, corporate finance, asset management, financial analysis and fintech roles.
- Graduate schemes at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, BlackRock, HSBC and the Big Four are primary entry points, with CFA or ACA qualification typical career progressions.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Education
- Healthcare
- Social Work
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Melbourne carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $2,255/month (housing $1,370, food $475, transport $140). Melbourne's cultural scene, café culture and liveability rankings justify the cost for most students.
- Like most major Australian cities, Melbourne carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $2,255/month (housing $1,370, food $475, transport $140).
- Melbourne's cultural scene, café culture and liveability rankings justify the cost for most students.