QUALIFICATION
Bachelor's Degree (Level 7, 360 points)
Duration
3 years
Location
Hamilton City Campus
Fees
NZD $21,600
Entry Score
IELTS: Academic 6.0 overall (no individual band lower than 5.5)
Next Intake
February & July
Programme Overview
The Bachelor of Accounting is designed to build your expertise in numbers and professional financial management. It provides a comprehensive foundation in the theory and practice of accountancy, focusing on ethical, socially responsible, and sustainable business advice.
This degree is fully accredited by CA ANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand) and CPA Australia, meeting the academic requirements for membership. In the final year, students undertake a professional accounting project with a local business to apply their learning in a hands-on environment.
What You'll Study
The programme covers core business foundations before moving into advanced financial reporting, taxation, and auditing.
Year One (Level 5): Foundations
- BSNS5001 & BSNS5002: Organisations in NZ Context and Business Environments.
- ACCY5101 & ACCY5102: Introduction to Accounting, Taxation, and Applied Accounting.
- ACCY5103 & ACCY5104: Analysis of Financial Information and Budgets for Planning/Control.
- ACCY5105 & ACCY5106: Commercial Law and Economics.
Year Two (Level 6): Intermediate Competencies
- ACCY6101 & ACCY6102: Intermediate Management and Financial Accounting.
- ACCY6103 & ACCY6104: Taxation in NZ and Introduction to Finance.
- ACCY6105 & ACCY6106: Data Analytics and Law of Business Entities.
- ACCY6107 & ACCY6108: Research Methods and Accounting Information Systems.
Year Three (Level 7): Advanced Practice
- ACCY7101 & ACCY7102: Advanced Management and Financial Accounting.
- ACCY7103: Auditing and Assurance.
- ACCY7104: Professional Accounting Project (30-credit industry-based project).
Why Choose This Programme?
- Industry Accredited: Graduates are eligible for academic membership with CA ANZ and CPA Australia.
- Real-World Experience: The third-year professional project allows you to solve real financial problems for local businesses.
- Modern Tools: Training includes the use of industry-standard software such as Xero, MYOB, and data analytics tools.
- Flexible Intakes: Start your degree in either the February or July semester to suit your schedule.
Career Pathways
| Sector | Roles |
|---|---|
| Professional Services | Chartered Accountant, Auditor, Tax Specialist |
| Corporate Finance | Management Accountant, Financial Controller, Risk Manager |
| Banking & Investment | Finance Manager, Banking Consultant, Business Analyst |
| Public Sector | Government Accountant, Policy Advisor, Financial Auditor |
Entry Requirements
- Academic: NCEA Level 3 with 14 credits in each of three approved subjects, plus specified literacy and numeracy credits.
- Equivalent: Completion of a New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) or recognized equivalent.
- International: Equivalent secondary school achievement or tertiary study achievement.
- English: IELTS Academic 6.0 with all bands 5.5 or higher.
