Bachelor of Accounting
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Accountants are well-known for their problem-solving and number skills. They’re pivotal to the success of any business, and it’s a job that’s always in high demand.
Help organisations make better business decisions
As an accountant, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and analysing financial records to ensure tax and reporting requirements are met. You’ll also provide the data and advice companies need to minimise costs, boost revenue and increase profits.
Because accountancy can be broad and full of variety, the Bachelor of Accounting will prepare you to work in a variety of roles in diverse organisations. You’ll gain a deep understanding of accounting and finance principles and the dynamic local and international business environment. You’ll also learn to apply your technical know-how and skills in many cultural contexts and business settings.
Work towards becoming a Chartered Accountant
When you graduate, you can apply for provisional membership with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and Chartered Practising Accountant Australia (CPA). You’ll be ready to work in various industries and organisations at both operational and strategic levels.
Highlights
- **Apply for CA ANZ provisional membership.**Once you’ve graduated, you’ll meet all the requirements to apply for CA ANZ and CPA’s professional pathways. After three years of mentored work experience, you can register as a Chartered Accountant.
- **Focus on current best practices.**Develop a high level of technical competence in accounting, concentrating on problem-solving and adaptability to changes in the marketplace.
- **Internship-based learning.**In your final year, you’ll complete a work placement at an organisation of your choice, allowing you to apply your skills in a work environment. You will be prepared to move seamlessly into work once you graduate.
- Learn using the latest software and systems that real-world organisations employ to manage their finances, like Tableau, Xero and Power BI.
- **Wrap-around student support.**Learn from a well-connected, expert teaching team dedicated to your success. If you need help at any stage, they’ll connect you with our various Student Services.
Becoming a Chartered Accountant
This degree prepares you to meet all academic requirements for CA ANZ and CPA’s professional pathways. After completing a set amount of work experience, you can register as a Chartered Accountant.
Memberships benefits include:
- Take advantage of CPA Australia and CA ANZ accreditation agreements.
- Join an industry-approved training organisation.
Lots of career progression opportunities
You’ll be able to find employment in almost any industry, one of the many perks of working as an accountant. You could work in the not-for-profit sector, for a government agency, join a start-up or a large accounting firm – or, with some experience, start your own firm.
You may work as part of a team or independently, with executives and managers, or work towards running a finance team yourself.
To find out more about accounting careers:
Career Options
- Audit manager
- Business analyst
- Chartered accountant
- Chief financial officer
- Financial accountant
- Management accountant
- Systems accountant
- Taxation consultant
Annual Tuition Fees
Domestic/NZ students
$7,700
(Approximate fees only - includes GST but excludes the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) levy. Your final study costs depends on a number of factors including the courses you select to study. View options for funding your study and fees-free eligibility)
International students
$26,415 (NZD) (approximate fees for 120 credits)Save up to $2,000 (NZD) with the Unitec International Study Grant 2026. Terms and conditions apply.
Semester Dates
Sem 1 2026: 23 Feb – 28 Jun
Sem 2 2026: 20 Jul – 22 Nov
For course and class timings, refer to the specific course webpage.
For StudyLink purposes, please ensure your application states your earliest course start date.
Downloads and resources
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Entry requirements
You must have completed at least one of the following:
- NCEA entry requirements;
- NCEA Level 3, including 14 credits in 3 different approved subjects
- NCEA Level 2 including 10 literacy credits, 5 credits in reading, and 5 credits in writing
- NCEA Level 1: 10 credits in Mathematics or an equivalent qualification
- Completion of an approved qualification at Level 4 or above with a relevant pathway.
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
- University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Māori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
- Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don’t meet these Academic requirements?
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
- If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
About the provider
Unitec is New Zealand’s largest institute of technology offering a wide range of work-oriented programmes and short courses. We offer leading employment-focused education at our two campuses in Mt. Albert, and Waitākere. At Unitec we think the traditional view of spending hours in a lecture theatre is out-dated. And that's why we approach learning differently. With our unique combination of world-class theory and hands-on experience, you'll get the skills to meet the changing needs of employers. And because our tutors are industry-based, they know what it takes to make it in the real world. We offer a friendly and diverse learning environment with flexible study programmes, lots of support, and hands-on experience to build the skills you need for your career and your future.