Bachelor of Accounting/Diploma of Laws

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00300K

This course provides students with a sound knowledge base in the complementary fields of accounting and law. Students enrolled in the accounting degree can graduate with two qualifications including a Bachelor of Accounting and Diploma of Laws in a three year period when studying full-time. The Bachelor of Accounting includes financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, business law and finance. This vocationally oriented and student-centered course provides students with employment and professional skills needed in a rapidly changing business environment. It allows for flexibility of study and prepares students for careers in a variety of business fields. This course also develops communication, presentation and problem solving skills. Successful completion of the degree will satisfy the entry requirements of the professional accounting bodies in Australia.The Diploma of Laws is designed to give you an understanding of aspects of law without committing to a full law degree. You will gain a broad understanding of the legal system, legal processes and some areas of the law. Select from a wide range of law elective units for both a general understanding of the law and legal principles, and some specialized knowledge. Upon completion of the diploma, you can apply to study a Bachelor of Laws degree with full credit for units completed so you can finish your degree faster.

Subjects

• LWZ115 Legal Process
• ACT102 Introduction to Accounting
• COM105 Business Communications
• ECO107 Economics and the Modern Business Enterprise
• LAW105 Introduction to Business Law
• MAN105 Introduction to Management
• QAB105 Business Research Methods
• IAS201 Cultural Capabilities
• ACT202 Management Accounting
• ACT204 Financial Accounting
• FIN205 Business Finance
• LAW205 Commercial and Corporate Law for Owners, Managers and Professionals
• ACT301 Accounting Theory and Contemporary Issues
• ACT302 Strategic Management Accounting
• ACT303 Principles of Auditing
• ACT304 Accounting Information Systems
• ACT305 Corporate Accounting
• TAX305 Taxation
• ACT410 Ethical and Professional Applications of Accounting
• LWA110 Legal History and Jurisprudence (unit title change 2023) (offered each year)
• LWA111 Indigenous Peoples and the Legal System
• LWA112 Environmental and Planning Law
• LWA113 Customary Law (not offered in 2024)
• LWA115 Comparative Legal Systems
• LWA120 Law in Context
• LWA210 Contemporary Issues
• LWA213 Family Law (not offered in 2024)
• LWA217 Resources and Energy Law
• LWA219 Criminology (not offered in 2024)
• LWA221 Human Rights Law
• LWA225 True Justice: Deep Listening
• LWZ114 Criminal Law
• LWZ116 Torts
• LWZ204 Constitutional Law
• LWZ210 Equity
• LWZ211 Trusts
• LWZ223 Property Law

Standard entry requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognized tertiary preparation course.Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.Defense members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading SeamanAir Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, CorporalArmy: Private, Lance Corporal, CorporalCurrent School Leaver Pathways:Best of 3 Year 12 subject gradesSchool recommendation program* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.

Study information

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