Master's Degree Accounting Full Time

Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice)

at Charles Darwin University · Darwin, Northern Territory

CRICOS course code

107553M

CRICOS provider code

00300K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$76,384 total

Per year

A$38,192/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice) at Charles Darwin University is structured for university graduates seeking to develop skills for employment in accounting roles across Australia. You will study core areas like financial accounting, management accounting, auditing, commercial law, taxation, and business information systems. The curriculum also includes Australian business standards, with a focus on local laws and regulations relevant to professional accountants.

This is a two-year master's degree, made up of a sequence of units of study. Each unit is worth a set number of credit points, contributing to the total required for graduation. In this professional practice option, you’ll complete a work-integrated learning experience—typically a placement or internship—helping you apply classroom learning to real workplaces. This hands-on component is valuable in understanding the professional and ethical standards expected in Australian business.

During your studies, you'll sharpen your analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. You’ll also learn to use accounting software and tools commonly used in Australian businesses. This course suits graduates from any discipline who want to make a career change into accounting, as well as those keen to meet the educational requirements for professional accounting bodies in Australia.

With flexible study modes and the ability to work 48 hours every fortnight on a student visa, international students can combine study and local experience. Students should confirm specific professional accreditation and placement details on CDU’s official site.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Accountant in public practice or corporate firms
Taxation consultant for Australian businesses
Auditor in the public or private sector
Management accountant in government departments
Financial analyst or advisor
Positions in banking, insurance, and consulting services

Graduates often find roles with chartered firms, government agencies, multinational companies, and not-for-profits across Australia, especially Northern Territory businesses linked to CDU.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice) at Charles Darwin University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$76,384 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Accountant in public practice or corporate firmsTaxation consultant for Australian businessesAuditor in the public or private sectorManagement accountant in government departmentsFinancial analyst or advisorPositions in banking, insurance, and consulting servicesGraduates often f...

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