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MC-PRFACC

Professional Accounting

Master by coursework

Gain an accredited postgraduate qualification in accounting.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Master of Professional Accounting
  • Duration

    Duration

    2 years full-time, part-time
  • Credit

    Credit

    400
  • CRICOS

    CRICOS

    107625M
  • Location

    Location

    Curtin Perth
Course outline

Deadlines for applying direct to Curtin

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Semester 1, 2026

1 January 2024

Applications now closed!

Semester 2, 2026

Applications now open!

8 July 2026

Semester 1, 2027

Applications now open!

29 January 2027

Semester 2, 2027

Applications now open!

2 July 2027

Course outline

Overview

Overview

This program is designed for graduates who have financial, analytical, research and communication skills required of professional accountants, and for graduates from non-accounting backgrounds who are seeking an accredited accounting qualification.

The course offers a comprehensive foundation in areas such as financial reporting, auditing, taxation, management accounting and business law, while also strengthening critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for contemporary accounting practice.

Through a combination of theory and practical learning, you will develop the competencies needed to  build a successful career in accounting across a wide range of sectors.

Choose your major

After completing your first year, you'll choose one of these four majors:

What you'll learn

  • apply principles of financial accounting, managerial accounting, governance and auditing to grasp theoretical underpinnings of the discipline. Extend knowledge base with research and application of business research methods.
  • apply critical and analytical thinking to develop innovative solutions to complex problems in relevant business fields.
  • locate, extract and critically appraise information from a range of sources and effectively communicate it using structured financial or other appropriate language to a professional audience for a range of purposes.
  • develop ongoing professional, self-directed and reflective education relating to developments and changes in the information requirements of a global financial system that is multi-perspective in nature, and apply international financial reporting standards.
  • recognise that cultural practices and differences impact upon commercial endeavours and interpersonal relations. Work effectively in multicultural team environments.
  • exhibit professional and ethical approach to analysing and reporting commercial activities demonstrating leadership, collaborative and independent qualities when required, in compliance with appropriate legislation and protocols.

Entry requirements

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

An undergraduate degree in any discipline OR Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting. In addition, you must meet Curtin's English language proficiency

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing

6

Speaking

6

Reading

6

Listening

6

Overall band score

6.5

Unsure about your English proficiency level or pathway?

I don’t know my English level.

If you are unsure of your English skill level, we can provide a free online placement test, known as Password, to assess your current level of English and then to plan your pathway. This can be done through a Curtin registered agent or partner.

Assess your English

I know my English level, what English course should I do?

Use your current English language proficiency test score to calculate the Curtin English pathway to your university study.

Find your pathway
Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and scholarships

International student indicative fees

Total indicative course fee (2026)

$80,088*

Indicative year 1 fee (2026)

$40,044*

Total indicative course fee (2027)

$100,108*

Indicative year 1 fee (2027)

$50,054*

Fees are indicative only.

The fees shown above apply to international students studying on-campus in Western Australia. The indicative tuition fee is subject to an annual tuition fee increase of up to 8 per cent and may be subject to legislative change.

The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 200 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.

This fee is a guide only. It may vary depending on the units you choose and does not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. For information about fees at other locations please contact the relevant campus or partner institution.

Looking for more detail on the course structure?

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Location

For start dates, please view the academic calendar.

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2026

Semester 1
  • On campus
Semester 2
  • On campus

2027

Semester 1
  • On campus
Semester 2
  • On campus

All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.

The University reserves the right to withdraw any unit of study or program which it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/or to vary arrangements for any program.

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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  • Curtin course code: MC-PRFACC
  • CRICOS code: 107625M
  • Last updated on: 3 February 2026

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