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Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Taxation

College of Accounting Sciences

DurationMaximum 8 yearsNQF levelNQF 7APS/AS21Campuses2
Course overview

About this course

Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Taxation develops knowledge and practical capability in accounting, financial reporting, taxation and assurance. Students build analytical, communication and problem-solving skills through theory and applied learning. Exact modules and practical components vary by institution and study year.

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

Mathematical LiteracyLevel 5 · 60%Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50
MathematicsLevel 5 · 60%Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50
MathematicsLevel 4 · 50%Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Admission

Other admission conditions

Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with
at least 50% in Mathematics or 60% in Mathematical Literacy, or a Senior Certificate (SC) with matriculation exemption (or qualify for the exemption from the Matriculation Board) and with at least a D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in the
language of teaching and learning and with at least a D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in Mathematics, or a Higher Certificate in Accounting Sciences or an appropriate Higher Certificate in Economic and Management Sciences, or an Advanced
Certificate in Accounting Sciences, or a Diploma in Accounting or Accounting Sciences. Applicants who do not meet the admission requirement as indicated above, should apply for a lower NQF level qualification for which they meet the statutory
and additional requirements

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

Available campuses

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