Bachelor of Financial Services
Why study the Bachelor of Financial Services at UNE?
This course is designed to provide knowledge and skills applicable to a career in the financial services industry. In particular, the focus is on financial planning. Thus the course will give students the skills to understand and apply wealth creation principles to assist clients in achieving individual or family financial objectives through the financial planning process. The course is intended to equip students with the skills required to operate in an increasingly competitive environment.
Students will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of areas such as managing wealth, estate planning, risk management, the stock market, investment and portfolio management, modern portfolio theory, financial analysis, taxation, superannuation, mutual funds, applied economics, social benefits, insurance, selling and sales techniques, and relevant private and corporate law.
The course will:
· provide a thorough grounding in the theory of finance and financial planning;
· show the application of theory of finance and financial planning; and
· require students to apply their knowledge to real world problems and projects.
This course has been approved by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and is listed on the ASIC Training Register.
The course has also been approved by the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) as an 'approved degree' and allows entry to the CFP® Certification Program.
Note: Trimester 3: Off Campus Part-time Only
Career Opportunities
Financial Planner and careers associated with Wealth Management, Estate Planning, Taxation, Superannuation, Mutual Funds, Risk Management and Insurance, Capital markets, Investments, Risk and return, Diversification, Portfolio Management.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
3 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
72.55 / 122012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on campus through UAC
For more information, click hereNew domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE
Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE
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International Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | BFinServ | ||||||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | ||||||||||||||||||
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| 2011 ATAR | 72.55 | ||||||||||||||||||
| 2011 OP | 12 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | ||||||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 144 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in Business on completion of 48 credit points. Such candidates who then wish to complete the Bachelor of Financial Services must re-apply for admission and will be subject to the most current rules for the course. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on campus through UAC For more information, click here
New domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). Assumed knowledge is any two units of English. Recommended studies: Mathematics for some units in the economics, finance and quantitative statistics areas. Also Accounting, Economics and Business. International students must meet the University's English language requirements. |
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| Advanced Standing | As specified in the Advanced Standing Policy |
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| Academic Colours |
Spectrum Orange (BCC 57) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
International students must meet the University's English language requirements.
Advanced Standing
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Advanced Standing.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) three years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 144 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 126 cps |
| Listed Units | 18 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
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Articulation Programs
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Financial Services.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in Business on completion of 48 credit points.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.