Bachelor of Accounting
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Subject area
Accounting
Qualification
Duration
3 Years
Total student fees
$21,888
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of the qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who are equipped with knowledge, technical and professional skills in the field of accounting and can apply the knowledge and skills in an ethical, socially responsible and sustainable way in a variety of business settings that aligns to Ngā Kaupapa o te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Graduates will be able to operate in accounting related roles for a range of industries and organisations at both operational and strategic levels; and will be equipped to meet the educational requirements for membership of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and Chartered Practising Accountant Australia (CPA)
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
"To be admitted to this programme all applicants must be at least 16 years of age on the date the programme starts, and meet one of the following requirements: University Entrance or equivalent. Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 4 or above with a relevant pathway. Special and Discretionary admission is also available. International applicants must provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the Programme as demonstrated by an IELTS score of 6.0 (academic) with no individual band lower than 5.5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules."
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
3 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$7,296 | $21,888 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$6,895 | $20,686 |
| Total | $14,191 | $42,574 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
81%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 242 476
Phone: (03) 940 8669
Fax: (03) 366 6544
Email: info@ara.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ara.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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