Graduate Diploma in Accounting
Why study the Graduate Diploma in Accounting at UNE?
The Graduate Diploma in Accounting is a course that will service the needs of students requiring up to eight units for accreditation with the professional accounting bodies. It can serve as an entry and exit point for the Master of Professional Accounting. The course comprises eight units (that is 48 credit points) and is usually used to supplement existing studies in accounting to satisfy the entry requirements of the professional accounting organisations. Subjects are drawn from the Master of Professional Accounting and may cover introductory as well as advanced units in accounting, finance, systems, law, auditing, economics and business statistics. The course is accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, CPA Australia and the National Institute of Accountants.
Career Opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Accounting is a course that will service the needs of students requiring eight or less units for accreditation with the professional accounting bodies. Once associate membership is obtained students can pursue the professional studies for full membership.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
Up to 12 Trimesters Part-time1 Year Full-time
FEES
Full FeeInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus
ISBT Melbourne
ISBT Semester 1, On CampusISBT Semester 2, On Campus
ISBT Summer, On Campus
ISBT Sydney
ISBT Semester 1, On CampusISBT Semester 2, On Campus
ISBT Summer, On Campus
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How to Apply
Domestic Students
All students apply direct to Graduate School of Business
For more information, click hereInternational Students
All International students should apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways. Please note UNE is no longer accepting new student applications for enrolment at ISBT locations.For more information, click here
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| Course Type | Postgraduate | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Fees | Full Fee / International | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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All students apply direct to Graduate School of Business For more information, click here
All International students should apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways. Please note UNE is no longer accepting new student applications for enrolment at ISBT locations. For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Optional weekend schools are available for some units for off campus students. |
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| Entry Requirements | 1. A candidate shall: (a) have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a three-year degree or an equivalent qualification, acceptable to the school as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or (b) have completed the Graduate Certificate in Accounting or other Graduate Certificate as approved by the Program Director. 2. In addition, applicants for admission to candidature under Rule 1.(b) must provide evidence of at least three years' work experience in a field of employment approved by the school on the recommendation of the course coordinator. |
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| Additional Requirements | Applicants will need to supply: Certified Copies of academic transcripts Certified Copies of evidence of identification Evidence of English Language Proficiency if applicable Curriculum Vitae A personal Statement covering areas such as: Your most significant experiences or achievements to date; Your long-term objectives and your expectations of this degree in fulfilling these objectives; Where you see yourself five years from now; Any other information you consider relevant to your admission. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is available for other postgraduate study that has a reasonable correspondence with units prescribed for this degree. The maximum advanced standing that can be granted for units that have been successfully completed towards a postgraduate qualification at this or another university or institution is up to 50% of a program. |
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| Fast Track | The trimester system allows students to study over three teaching periods within the calendar year. |
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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:
(a) have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a three-year degree or an equivalent qualification, acceptable to the school as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or
(b) have completed the Graduate Certificate in Accounting or other Graduate Certificate as approved by the Program Director.
In addition, applicants for admission to candidature must provide evidence of at least three years' work experience in a field of employment approved by the school on the recommendation of the course coordinator.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is available for other postgraduate study that has a reasonable correspondence with units prescribed for this degree.
The maximum advanced standing that can be granted for units that have been successfully completed towards a postgraduate qualification at this or another university or institution is up to 50 percent of a program.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) one year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to twelve trimesters as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete the program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Listed Units | 48 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
To view complete Program of Study click here
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Accounting.
Exit Pathways
Candidates may be eligible to exit with the Graduate Certificate in Accounting on completion of 24 credit points from units specified in the course requirements.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.