Diploma in Accountancy

About this course

WSU qualification code W63001; SAQA ID 114798; 360 credits. Source pages: qualification list 6, admission requirements 7. Published requirements: • 3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language. • 3 (40-49%) for Mathematics; • 3 (40-49%) in any two additional subjects

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.

Required school subjects

Possible study paths

Graduates may progress to doctoral study in a related field, subject to research alignment and the receiving institution's admission requirements. An advanced diploma, postgraduate diploma, honours degree or professional accounting pathway, subject to the receiving institution's entry rules.

Where this qualification may lead

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