Bachelor of Accounting
Study Options
Full-time, Part-time
Length
3 years
Level
Level 7
Expand your career options
If you are starting your business career in Accounting and you want a degree then the EIT | Te Pūkenga Bachelor of Accounting is just right for you.
This programme is the first unified national programme under Te Pūkenga – this means, if you begin studying with us, then move to another city or town in Aotearoa, then you’ll be able to seamlessly transition through learning and employment in a multitude of contexts to suit your changing circumstances.
There are lots of business degrees and content is often quite similar, our point of difference is that we offer a practical approach together with a supportive learning environment and lots of practical hands-on experience.
Outline
Full-time learners take four 15 credit courses per semester, part-time learners can take one to three courses per semester and may choose to study only part of the year.
The programme distinguishes itself from many other business degrees being more practically oriented with a work-based placement.
You can expect a supportive environment with small classes and positive, experienced staff.
A further advantage is readily available one-to-one advice on course selection targeted towards your career.
Subject areas
- Management and financial accounting
- Business finance
Work integrated learning
The capstone of the EIT | Te Pūkenga Bachelor of Accounting is the work integrated learning business project or internship.
Your future career and study opportunities
The Bachelor of Accounting is approved by both accounting professional bodies in New Zealand as a stepping stone to Chartered Accounting status.
Further your study with a postgraduate qualification at any of the Te Pūkenga campuses nationwide.
Dates
There are two entry dates per year:
- February
- July
Entry
Entry requirements
A personal interview is available as part of the application process.
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
Standard entry
- University Entrance
Provisional entry*
- Applicants who do not meet the criteria above, but present evidence of ability to succeed (e.g. maturity, life experience, work experience, other study); or
- Those who narrowly fail to meet the entry criteria above.
* Please note: this normally requires an interview and entry to subsequent study is conditional on satisfactory academic progress in the first year.
English language entry requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
- Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)
- Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 5 with any endorsement)
- IELTS Academic score of 6.0, with no band score lower than 6.0, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment
- International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA
Entry with credit
You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study at any other tertiary institution, life or work experiences and workplace training can also be considered.
If you think you qualify, you can apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
- CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
- RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.
- There is a fee for RPL.
- A maximum combined total of CC and RPL credits allowed is 240 credits.
- Advanced Entry into either Year Two or Three may also be possible if you have extensive study elsewhere at degree level. Applicants will still need to meet pre-requisite requirements.
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like to be considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course. An original transcript or notice of results from the institute at which you previously studied (or verified copies) will be required for all applications.
For information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Programme Administrator, Roni Hastings, on 06 830 1202.
Academic learning services
Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT | Te Pūkenga. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.
We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.
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Scholarships
EIT | Te Pūkenga offers a variety of scholarships across various subjects and programme levels. Some scholarships are based on your age, some are specific to the subject you want to study. Not all scholarships are based on your academic ability and anyone wanting to study should investigate what scholarships are available to them.
You can find a list of EIT | Te Pūkenga scholarships here however there are many more scholarships offered nationally. Information about these is on an database called “givME”. givME is accessible at EIT | Te Pūkenga or at some public libraries. If you would like to come to EIT | Te Pūkenga to look through the giveME database don’t hesitate to contact scholarships@eit.ac.nz or call in for a chat.