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Master of Professional Accounting (297JA.4)
Please note these are the 2025 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
2.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Business School |
View teaching periods | 880161 |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
2.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Business School |
View teaching periods | 083324D |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Become an Australian Trained Accountant
The UC Master of Professional Accounting course is the perfect study pathway for those looking for any one of the following outcomes:
- Those students who already hold an undergraduate degree in another field but considering exploring switching careers and becoming an accountant.
- Internationally educated accountants, looking to meet the minimum entry requirements for working in Australia as established by the CPA (Certified Practicing Accountant) Australia, and CAANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand). The MPA program is also accredited by the Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Australia (CMA Australia) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA-UK).
This full-time 2-year course has been carefully designed in close consultation with industry experts to help you maximise the quality of your time here at UC. Offering friendly, supportive and more engaging classes, this course is uniquely developed to help equip you with the necessary professional and technical skills to enter the Australian accounting industry with confidence.
Covering a diverse range of subjects such as Government Finance Management, Micro-finance, entrepreneurship and more, this course will bring you up to speed with the latest accounting practices, and help you meet the legal and professional requirements as determined by the professional accounting bodies of Australia.
So, whether you’re looking at becoming a practicing accountant, or going into business as an entrepreneur, or business consultant, this course is the perfect course to help put you on the fast track to personal and professional success.
Study the Master of Professional Accounting at UC and you will:
- gain extensive technical, analytical and practical accounting skills
- learn the accepted industry ethics and integrity standards
- gain unprecedented access to industry contacts
- work on real world problems in practical environments
- explore professional accounting practices in industry, government and private practice.
- forge strong professional industry networks
- graduate with an internationally recognised qualification
- gain admission as an associate member of CPA Australia, or CAANZ
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
WIL is a vital component of the UC Master of Professional Accounting journey as it allows students to gain extensive practical experience working on real-world research projects, case studies, industry briefs, all while working alongside highly skilled and experienced industry mentors.
In this highly focused, engaging and nurtured learning environment, UC students will be encouraged to develop work-ready technical accountancy skills and build their professional networks – thus building their confidence using a range of industry accounting packages, and ensuring graduates enter the workforce with a robust industry-based professional set connections already established.
Career opportunities
The UC Master of Professional Accounting Course is a globally recognise and respected qualification that will expose graduates to a wide range of industries and numerous job opportunities all over the world including, but not limited to:
- Chief Financial Officer
- Tax Manager
- Finance Director
- Cost Account Manager
- Senior Financial Analyst
- Compliance Manager
- Accounting Manager
- Forensic Accountant
- Personal Finance Advisor
- Entertainment Production Accountant
- Auditor
- Budget Analyst
Professional accreditation
The Master of Professional Accounting is accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia.
Applicants must have a bachelor degree or equivalent as approved by the University. There are no work experience requirements. Students who have undertaken an undergraduate degree with a major in accounting with an Australian institution are ineligible for entry to the degree.
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
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| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 03 February 2025 | ||
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 02 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 27 July 2026 |
Credit arrangements
A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:
University Of Canberra College
Master of Professional Accounting (297JA) | 48 credit points
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted choice elective
Semester 2
Two restricted choice electives
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
Restricted choice elective
Year 3
Semester 1
Two restricted choice electives
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Semester 2
Two restricted choice electives
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Semester 1
Two restricted choice electives
Course duration
Standard 2 years full time or equivalent. Maximum 6 years.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Develop an advanced and integrated understanding of accounting and related disciplines required to practice as an accountant; | UC graduates are professional: employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; UC graduates are lifelong learners: adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; |
| Critically analyse, interpret and synthesise complex financial and related information, problems, concepts or theories; | UC graduates are professional: employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; |
| Exercise initiative and professional judgement to produce well developed advice and arguments in solving financial problems; | UC graduates are professional: communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; UC graduate are global citizens: adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; UC graduates are lifelong learners: adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; |
| Argue and justify ethical, socially responsible and sustainable business decisions in a complex business environment demonstrating high levels of personal autonomy and accountability; | UC graduates are professional: employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduate are global citizens: behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. |
| Evaluate and explain accounting and financial transactions to a broad range of stakeholders, including managers, clients, regulators, etc, and navigate in an increasingly complex financial, legal, economic and global business environment including recent developments in these fields; | UC graduates are professional: employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; UC graduate are global citizens: think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; |
| Display professional communication skills and the ability to transmit knowledge, skills and ideas using a variety of communication styles, as would be expected by audiences from technical or non-technical backgrounds. | UC graduates are professional: communicate effectively; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduate are global citizens: communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; |
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Master of Professional Accounting | M ProfAcc |
Alternative exits
Alternative Exits:
MGG001 Graduate Diploma in Accounting - On completion of 24 credit points.
MGC001 Graduate Certificate in Accounting - On completion of 12 credit points.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | In person, Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au |
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