Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2024
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B.
Additional application information
Domestic students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. Please contact your Faculty Advisor for further information on bel@uq.edu.au.
International students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. To view some of these opportunities, click here.
Domestic students may be eligible to take these courses overseas as part of an approved exchange program. For further course study options and application details, visit the BEL Exchange Program website.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Documentation, applications and changes of preferences must be lodged with QTAC 14 days before the offer round for guaranteed inclusion. Further details are on the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au).
How to applyDuration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Semester 2 (26 Jul, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2024
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 001944K
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Commerce?
The Bachelor of Commerce program prepares students for careers in general management, banking, financial management, and accounting and information systems. Graduates are also equipped to work as public accountants in commercial or government administration, or in private practice. Courses focus on accounting, financial planning, decision-making and control in organisations. Students examine the fundamental principles of commerce and the business environment, and learn how to apply business principles to contemporary business practices.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Commerce.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Commerce
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelors of Engineering/Commerce
- Bachelors of Commerce/Laws
- Bachelors of Commerce/Arts
- Bachelors of Commerce/Economics
- Bachelors of Commerce/Science
- Bachelors of Business Management/Commerce
- Bachelors of Commerce/Information Technology
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B.
Additional application information
Domestic students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. Please contact your Faculty Advisor for further information on bel@uq.edu.au.
International students commencing this program with prior tertiary education may be eligible for advanced standing/credit transfer. To view some of these opportunities, click here.
Domestic students may be eligible to take these courses overseas as part of an approved exchange program. For further course study options and application details, visit the BEL Exchange Program website.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) English, Mathematics B. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 001944K
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Commerce
Careers
Graduates work in a range of fields including:
- Public sector government departments and agencies (local, state and commonwealth) concerned with economic policy or public accounting/financial auditing
- Private sector multinational corporations or local firms as professional accountants, economists or managers
- Financial institutions stockbroking firms and merchant banks as security, economic, investment and business analysts
- Public utilities fields of transport, communications and power supply
- Specialist organisations industry associations, management consultancies, market research and advertising organisations, trade unions, and stockbroking and investment advisory services
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
- Chartered Secretaries Australia Limited
- Certified Practising Accountants Australia
- Financial Services Institute of Australasia
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
- Taxation Institute of Australia
Program rules for the Bachelor of Commerce
To complete the Bachelor of Commerce
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Commerce, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #48 from the BCom List comprising -
- #24 of compulsory courses from Group 1; and either
- (1) Students who wish to complete a major:
- #12 from one major in Group 2 (at least #6 must be from level 3 courses); and
- #12 of general elective courses from Group 3 or from almost any other undergraduate program in the University as approved by the Executive Dean. No more than #4 may be from level 1 courses; or
- #24 from two majors, each comprising #12 (at least #6 in each major must be from level 3 courses);
- at least #12 of elective courses from Group 3 (at least #6 must be from level 3 courses); and
- up to #12 of general elective courses from Group 3 or from almost any other undergraduate program in the University as approved by the Executive Dean. No more than #4 may be from level 1 courses.
(2) Students who do not wish to complete a major:
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
