Diploma Accounting Full Time

Advanced Diploma of Accounting

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

113126B

CRICOS provider code

00122A

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

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$27,000 total

Per year

A$27,000/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Advanced Diploma of Accounting at RMIT University is built for those who want to take their existing accounting skills further and move into positions with more responsibility in finance teams. Over one year of full-time study in Melbourne, students explore areas such as financial reporting, budgeting, internal control, managing tax affairs and using accounting software for business decision-making. The course covers specialised units that reflect current industry practices and Australian accounting standards.

Australian qualifications at this level are typically divided into units of study, each assigned a set number of credit points. To complete the advanced diploma, you must pass all required units, which cover both theory and practical skills needed for professional accounting contexts. While this course doesn't include a research thesis, there are practical assessments that prepare graduates for the workplace.

Skills gained include preparing financial statements, managing complex tax situations, handling budgets, leading small finance teams, and communicating results clearly to clients or senior staff. This qualification suits those who already hold a basic accounting qualification or have industry experience, and now want advanced technical training to help progress in Australian business or government sectors.

The Australian setting gives students knowledge of local regulations, accounting codes and workplace culture. Units are mapped to standards recognised by Australia's accounting industry, so graduates can seek professional accreditation or further university study. Students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while enrolled, and completing this CRICOS-registered course may help with eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. Please confirm details on the official RMIT page.

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

Assistant Accountant
Payroll Supervisor
Finance Officer
Accounts Manager
Australian public sector finance teams
Private accounting and tax firms
Corporate finance departments

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Advanced Diploma of Accounting at RMIT University?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$27,000 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Assistant AccountantPayroll SupervisorFinance OfficerAccounts ManagerAustralian public sector finance teamsPrivate accounting and tax firmsCorporate finance departments

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