University of KwaZulu-Natal logoUniversity of KwaZulu-NatalBachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

College of Law and Management Studies

Duration3 yearsNQF level7Minimum APS32Campuses2
Course overview

About this course

UKZN CAO codes: KN-P-BCN, KN-W-BCN. Published APS range: 48-32. Entry requirements: NSC degree entry with Mathematics level 5, and English and Life Orientation level 4. Source: UKZN 2027 Undergraduate Prospectus, programme table page 24. UKZN does not require the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs), and NBT results are not used for selection.

Course content

What you may study

Financial accounting; management accounting; auditing; taxation; business law; economics; and accounting information systems. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

MathematicsLevel 5 · 60%NSC level 5 (60% or above).
EnglishLevel 4 · 50%NSC level 4 (50% or above).
Life OrientationLevel 4 · 50%NSC level 4 (50% or above).
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Admission

Other admission conditions

Published selection range: 48-32.
Not required by UKZN and not considered for selection.

Further study

Possible study paths

Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. An advanced diploma, postgraduate diploma, honours degree or professional accounting pathway, subject to the receiving institution's entry rules.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Accountant; auditor; tax practitioner; financial officer; management accountant; or finance administrator, subject to professional registration where required.

Study locations

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