Bachelor (Honours)
Are you analytical and creative, excellent at making decisions and solving problems? Prepare to begin a rewarding career in finance with this degree.
Are you analytical and creative, excellent at making decisions and solving problems? Prepare to begin a rewarding career in finance with this degree. Get financial support, personal mentoring, leadership training and up to three work placements in industries such as financial services, wealth management and consulting. You'll develop an essential business foundation paired with financial expertise from your own supervised research projects. Become one of Australia's most employable graduates with this business degree.
You'll learn in the classroom and the boardroom through experiences that are unique to UNSW's BCom and to the Co-op Program. This degree offers accreditation with industry bodies and international study opportunities.
Financial assistance
Support your studies with financial assistance. The Co-op Program provides a scholarship of $19,600 per year for four years (and it's tax-free).
Work experience included
Complete up to three internships, a total of 18 months industry training. You'll trial working at our Co-op Program sponsor organisations, which include leading global organisations like EY
Personal career mentoring
For your first work placement, you'll be assigned a Co-op Program graduate to guide you and help your decision-making.
Leadership training
Build professional development and leadership skills through challenging, practical and social camps and interactive workshops.
Honours level studies
Begin developing expertise with supervised research into banking and finance. You'll focus on a business problem, research and analyse solutions, and present your findings.
Integrated First Year
Our first year courses are designed to reflect the nature of real-world business, and we call it the Integrated First Year. Traditionally, first year business courses are a series of 'introduction to' or 'fundamentals of' courses, which are separate introductions to different business disciplines. However we know that in reality, business problems are complex, multi-layered and span several disciplines. Our integrated curriculum reflects this. You'll gain a breadth of experience and nuance of understanding across a range of disciplines, preparing you to tackle real challenges in the workplace.
MyBCom portfolio
MyBCom portfolio is an award winning interactive platform and assessment tool. You'll use MyBCom throughout your degree to guide your studies, develop a tailored career plan, and collate a portfolio of professional experiences to showcase future employers.
UNSW Business School is ranked the #1 business school in Australia by AFR BOSS*. That means our business education leads the way in career impact, quality and reputation.
Our strong industry connections ensure the knowledge, skills, and experience you gain will be relevant and in-demand. Alongside a rigorous education, you'll grow professionally and socially through the UNSW Co-op Program's scholarship, work placements with leading global organisations, personal mentoring and leadership training.
*AFR BOSS 2022 Best Business School Rankings
The Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op) (Hons) features sponsored professional development and has limited places available. You'll need to apply directly with the UNSW Co-op Program, which involves responding to a questionnaire and sitting for an interview, in addition to meeting the required ATAR (or equivalent).
ATAR equivalent ranks are derived from the following:
Australian interstate Year 12 qualifications (e.g., OP rank)
New Zealand NCEA Level 3
Equivalent overseas qualifications e.g., International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, GCE A-Levels
You can apply after a gap year (max. 2 gap years) however please note that if you commence a university degree or undertake any university study towards a degree during their gap year you'll become ineligible for a Co-op Scholarship. Some exemptions apply, e.g. accelerated high school subjects.
At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.
To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.
We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.
Mathematics Advanced
If you did not meet the entry cut-off for this degree, consider studying a different undergraduate degree (either at UNSW or another university). Aim to achieve good marks for your first year of study, and then apply for transfer into this degree. Visit UNSW Future Students to find out what other options may be available.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you're completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
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International ATAR
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Please contact us for direct entry requirements. |
| UNSW Foundation Studies GPA |
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Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
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Please contact us for direct entry requirements. All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1. |
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International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
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Please contact us for direct entry requirements. Results based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2019 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC). For more details, visit www.uac.edu.au |
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Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
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Please contact us for direct entry requirements. Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies. |
We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.
Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you'll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College's Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Co-op Program graduates have excellent career prospects. Your specialist finance knowledge will be in demand across a range of finance related positions including in banking, consulting and investing. As a Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op) (Hons) student, you'll complete internships with industry-leading Co-op Program sponsor organisations, which creates the potential to launch your career before you even graduate.
Take your Commerce studies to the next level with an additional one-year Honours degree, where you'll gain advanced knowledge and research skills in your chosen area of business. You'll have the opportunity to be mentored by top-tier researchers and work on industry relevant projects while undertaking a significant research thesis. Graduate with advanced knowledge, analytical, problem-solving and research skills that are highly sought after in business and government. Learn more about BCom Honours.
The Bachelor of Commerce can give you professional recognition and accreditation in industry governing bodies, including the Australian Human Resources Institute, Australian Securities and Investment Commission, CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, ACCA, Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) and Institute of Public Accountants.