Postgraduate
Master of Professional Accounting
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Fees are subject to annual indexation.
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Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
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Admission requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below
Admission Requirements
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification*, as recognised by UWA; and either:
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent;
or
(c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
(2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.
*Applicants who have a Bachelor's Degree with a major in accounting, or an equivalent qualification, are not eligible for admission.
Admission requirements update for 2026 intake
For 2026 intake, to be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have the equivalent of a UWA Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 60 per cent; and any additional requirements as summarised in the Admission Requirements above.
Ranking and Selection Process
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
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Course details
About the course
Through the Master of Professional Accounting, you can choose from two specialisations: Accounting Practice, or Accounting Research.
Accounting Practice
The Master of Professional Accounting (Accounting Practice) provides a comprehensive foundation in essential accounting concepts, principles and applications. Designed to equip you with the advanced theoretical and technical knowledge required for success in a range of business contexts, this specialisation develops the analytical, problem-solving and communication skills needed to interpret, evaluate and present accounting information with confidence and clarity.
Accounting Research
The Master of Professional Accounting (Accounting Research) specialisation provides a strong foundation in key accounting concepts and practices, while developing advanced research capabilities.
This specialisation will strengthen both your technical accounting expertise and research skills, and provides a valuable pathway to a higher degree by research or PhD.
Learn more about Professional Accounting at UWA.
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- The estimated time commitment is 12 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
- Postgraduate
- 40610
- 083274J
Accreditation
The UWA Business School is accredited by EQUIS and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), and is a Communicating Signatory to Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).
EQUIS and AACSB are the leading business school accreditations in Europe and North America respectively, meaning that your business degree will be recognised by employers around the world.
Course structure
Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.
Course accreditation
Isabel Calder
Songmei Liu
Songmei Liu
Flexibility
We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.
