Master Programme
Professional Accounting
The Master of Professional Accounting at Adelaide University (the institution formed in 2026 from the University of Adelaide and UniSA) is a conversion degree for graduates from other fields who want to become accountants. In the first year students cover analytical tools for business, economics, accounting, finance principles, accounting information systems, corporate law, management accounting and financial reporting. The final six months consolidate financial accounting, auditing and assurance, with an elective such as sustainability accounting. Delivery is hybrid, mixing on-campus and online study. The degree is accredited by CA ANZ and CPA Australia, so graduates can enter their professional programs, and careers include auditing, tax, business advisory and management accounting.
University
University of Adelaide
Country
Australia
Level
Master
Field
Accounting
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Language
English
Campus
Adelaide City Campus
Degree
Master of Professional Accounting (Adelaide University, program code MAPAC, CRICOS 115941K)
Intake
February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2)
Application Deadline
Adelaide University has no fixed application closing date for international students in most programs, but advises applying at least three months before the start date: international admissions can take 4-6 weeks to assess an application, and you also need time to get a student visa. In the 2027 academic calendar, Semester 1 teaching starts 22 February 2027 (orientation from 8 February) and Semester 2 teaching starts 2 August 2027 (orientation from 26 July). Apply online through the International Application System or through an official Adelaide University education agent (depending on your country of citizenship, you may have to use an agent). A non-refundable A$150 application fee applies to each application.
Tuition Information
International: A$54,300 a year (indicative annual fee for international students starting in 2027, as shown on Adelaide University's 2027 international degree page). Adelaide University bases this on a standard full-time load of 48 units a year and charges by study period according to your enrolled load. Fees are reviewed every year and fees for continuing students may increase. A deposit of 50% of the annual fee is payable when you accept your offer. Overseas Student Health Cover (required for the student visa), other non-tuition costs listed by the university and living costs are extra.
Admission Requirements
- Adelaide University program code MAPAC; CRICOS 115941K. Academic entry: a completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution, or a completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher. A GPA equivalent to at least 4.5 on Adelaide University's 7-point scale is required. If there are more eligible applicants than places, selection is competitive
- Prerequisites: none
- English: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking, achieved within two years before admission. Other accepted tests and alternatives (such as previous study in English, with certified evidence) are on Adelaide University's equivalent English qualifications page
- Professional recognition: accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia; graduates can enter the professional qualification pathways of these bodies