Master in Professional Accounting

Tuition fees are 50,040 AUD per year, and applications for the Feb 2027 intake are open until Jan 1, 2027.

The Master in Professional Accounting at Murdoch College in Australia is a 1-year degree for those who want to work in accounting. This master's program teaches you how to solve problems, negotiate, and become a decision-maker in any industry.

The curriculum includes research projects with academics, students, and industry partners like government agencies, mining companies, and accounting firms. You'll learn accounting principles, financial analysis, and planning.

With this degree, you can become a Professional Accountant, Financial Analyst, Management Accountant, Auditing Specialist, or Tax Consultant. You can work for employers like CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, or accounting firms like Deloitte or KPMG.

Murdoch College, operating in close partnership with Murdoch University and established alongside the university’s long academic tradition, delivers pathway programmes designed to prepare students for undergraduate and postgraduate study. The college offers English language courses, foundation year studies and tailored academic preparation that mirror the university’s curriculum, giving learners a clear route into degree programmes. With a large international cohort and access to Murdoch University facilities, Murdoch College creates a supportive bridge to campus life and academic success.

Students at Murdoch College follow programs that emphasize academic skills, English proficiency and subject knowledge relevant to their intended degree. The college’s alignment with Murdoch University ensures curricular continuity and access to campus resources such as libraries, student support and extracurricular activities. Instructors focus on developing critical thinking, research readiness and practical competencies so students are well prepared for the rigours of university study and future careers.

Beyond classroom learning, Murdoch College fosters student engagement through orientation, academic advising and pathways counselling that simplify admission to Murdoch University degree programmes. International students benefit from tailored support services, accommodation guidance and cultural transition activities. For learners seeking a structured, supportive entry point into Australian higher education and a direct route to university degrees, Murdoch College offers a pragmatic and student-centred option.