Master of Accounting
Curtin University
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Course Type:






Priority 2 (Medium)
Places nearly full (not over-allocated)|Visa Approval Time: 4-8 weeks queuing for processing
Data updated: 2025-11-13
2026
- Total Tuition Fee34,410 AUD
- Course Duration1.0 Year (52 weeks)
- Last Updated07-11-2025
Overview
Introduction
This is a one-year advanced course for professionals who hold an undergraduate degree in accounting* and are seeking to gain more expertise in financial accounting, managerial accounting, governance and auditing. This course is also designed specifically for those who wish to meet CPA Australia's requirements to become a certified practising account.This course therefore provides you with a master-level qualification that is relevant to senior positions and roles that provide high-level advice to management and governing bodies, as well as the expert academic support in preparing for the CPA Program’s examinations.You will study the CPA Program subjects and, to gain your master qualification, you must meet CPA Australia’s program requirements. (Please note that you will be responsible for CPA Australia program fees, including examination fees.)Towards the end of the course you'll undertake an industry-connected capstone experience, such as an internship, research project or study tour. You'll also have opportunities to attend employee presentations that enable you to expand your career networks; previous participating companies include Coca-Cola Amatil, Grant Thornton and Nexia.* If you do not hold a bachelor degree in accounting, apply instead for the two-year Master of Professional Accounting. What jobs can the Master of Accounting lead to? Careers Certified Practising AccountantAccountant managerSenior accountantChief Financial Officer Industries AccountingFinance and investmentGovernmentLawResources and renewables
Key Dates
2025
School Application Steps
Follow the process below, prepare materials in order, and track the progress of each stage.
- 1
Prepare Materials (School Application)
- Organize academic and language materials based on the list of target courses and schools.
- If the requirements are not yet met, you can apply for a language pathway program/packaged course (ELICOS/internal test) first.
- Name the electronic versions of documents uniformly (in English) for easy reuse in subsequent visa applications.
Documents for Adult Applicants
- 2
Briefing on School-Arranged Interview (if applicable)
- Submit application materials, including transcripts, passport, and English proficiency proof, to the State Department of Education.
- School review: The Department of Education recommends schools based on the student's situation, and the school arranges an interview after its review.
- Interview notification: An email will specify the interview time, method (usually Zoom or Teams), and preparation details.
- Interview content: A conversation in English including self-introduction, interests, academic situation, future plans, and a comprehensive assessment of learning habits, adaptability, reasons for coming to Australia, etc. The duration is approximately 15-30 minutes.
- 3
Submit School Application
- Submit the application through the school's official website or an agent's portal and pay the application fee (if any).
- Submit supplementary documents as required and track the admission progress (Conditional/Unconditional Offer).
- After meeting the conditions, pay the tuition deposit and complete the acceptance procedure (Accept Offer).
- 4
Obtain CoE and Arrange OSHC
- The school issues the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
- Purchase/confirm OSHC to cover the entire visa period (including dependents, if any).
- 5
Visa Document Preparation (Subclass 500)
- Organize documents for finances, GTE, English proficiency, and medical examination, ensuring consistency with the chosen course.
- Check the letterheads, dates, translation formats, and certification requirements of visa documents.
Language Requirements
IELTS Score
PTE Score
2026 year(s)
Listening
6.0
Speaking
6.0
Reading
6.0
Writing
6.0
Overall
6.5
School Level
The school's visa assessment level determines the risk level for students applying for a visa and is a significant reference.
For example, if a school's visa assessment level is 2, the applicant will face more restrictions and be required to provide more written evidence, such as proof of language proficiency and financial capacity.

Course Campuses
- WA
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