Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice)
Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice)
Key information
- Study mode and locations
- Study modeOn campusLocationsMelbourne and Sydney
- Sessions
- Next start dateNovember 16, 2026Session 1March 2, 2026Session 2July 13, 2026Session 3November 16, 2026
- Duration
- Minimum time2 years full-timeMaximum time2 years
- Entry score
- See entry requirementsView entry requirements
- Indicative fees
- International on campusFee paying overseas:Full-time$35,280 per yearPart-time$17,640 per year
- Course points and codes
- Credit Points:128AQF:Level 9
Additional information
Work-integrated learning
What you will study
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
Course information
Students enrolled at Charles Sturt University Sydney and Charles Sturt University Melbourne will complete structured work integrated learning activities as part of their program of study. The opportunity to undertake work placement may be available for students contingent on satisfactory progression and grades.
Essential set
128 credit points
The essential subject set consists of subjects that meet the specific depth of knowledge and skills requirements for the disciplinary or professional area of study in a course.Core subjects
Core
128 credit points
- ACG508 Accounting Standards, Application and Disclosures (8 points)
- ACG509 Global Perspectives of Accounting (8 points)
- ACG510 Risk Based Auditing (8 points)
- ACG511 Interpreting and Communicating Accounting (8 points)
- ACG512 Data Analysis for Financial Decision-making (8 points)
- ACG513 Contemporary Cost Accounting for Management Decision-making (8 points)
- ACG514 Ethics, Governance and Developments in Accounting Thought (8 points)
- ACG516 Professional Practice (8 points)
- ECO511 Economics for Business (8 points)
- FIN516 Corporate Finance (8 points)
- LAW504 Business and Corporations Law (8 points)
- LAW533 Taxation Principles and Application (8 points)
Work integrated learning subjects
WIL
32 credit points
- BUS505 Australian Business and its Role in the Global Economy (8 points)
- BUS506 Contemporary Employability Skills and Reflective Practice (8 points)
- BUS507 Industry Placement (16 points)
Costs
Indicative fees for international students commencing in 2026.
Fees are indicative and subject to change. Check the source for additional costs, fee conditions and available support.
Entry requirements
Academic entry requirements
Applicants are required to have an undergraduate degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent). The undergraduate degree must be in a field other than Accounting, or not recognised by the Australian Accounting professional bodies for associate membership.
Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Diploma of Accounting on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Professional Accounting and receive credit for applicable subjects.
Language requirements
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.
Source data checked 6 November 2026, 2:13 am. Showing international · 2026.
Key information
- Study mode and locations
- Study modeOn campusLocationsMelbourne and Sydney
- Sessions
- Next start dateMarch 1, 2027Session 1March 1, 2027Session 2July 12, 2027Session 3November 15, 2027
- Duration
- Minimum time2 years full-timeMaximum time2 years
- Entry score
- See entry requirementsView entry requirements
- Indicative fees
- International on campusFee paying overseas:Full-time$36,960 per yearPart-time$18,480 per year
- Course points and codes
- Credit Points:128AQF:Level 9
Additional information
Work-integrated learning
What you will study
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
Course information
Students enrolled at Charles Sturt University Sydney and Charles Sturt University Melbourne will complete structured work integrated learning activities as part of their program of study. The opportunity to undertake work placement may be available for students contingent on satisfactory progression and grades.
Essential set
128 credit points
The essential subject set consists of subjects that meet the specific depth of knowledge and skills requirements for the disciplinary or professional area of study in a course.Core subjects
Core
128 credit points
- ACG508 Accounting Standards, Application and Disclosures (8 points)
- ACG509 Global Perspectives of Accounting (8 points)
- ACG510 Risk Based Auditing (8 points)
- ACG511 Interpreting and Communicating Accounting (8 points)
- ACG512 Data Analysis for Financial Decision-making (8 points)
- ACG513 Contemporary Cost Accounting for Management Decision-making (8 points)
- ACG514 Ethics, Governance and Developments in Accounting Thought (8 points)
- ACG516 Professional Practice (8 points)
- ECO511 Economics for Business (8 points)
- FIN516 Corporate Finance (8 points)
- LAW504 Business and Corporations Law (8 points)
- LAW533 Taxation Principles and Application (8 points)
Work integrated learning subjects
WIL
32 credit points
- BUS505 Australian Business and its Role in the Global Economy (8 points)
- BUS506 Contemporary Employability Skills and Reflective Practice (8 points)
- BUS507 Industry Placement (16 points)
Costs
Indicative fees for international students commencing in 2027.
Fees are indicative and subject to change. Check the source for additional costs, fee conditions and available support.
Entry requirements
Academic entry requirements
Applicants are required to have an undergraduate degree from a recognised Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent). The undergraduate degree must be in a field other than Accounting, or not recognised by the Australian Accounting professional bodies for associate membership.
Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Diploma of Accounting on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Professional Accounting and receive credit for applicable subjects.
Language requirements
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.
Source data checked 6 November 2026, 2:13 am. Showing international · 2027.
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View course informationThe Charles Sturt University Sydney course accreditation will be sought from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and CPA Australia.
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