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Bachelor of Finance (International)

Degree Type Bachelor

Duration 3 years full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code N/A

2009
ATAR
70.85

  • Program Outline

    The Bachelor of Finance (International) degree focuses on the management of financial risk internationally.  The program covers the mechanics and operation of foreign exchange and interest rate markets, financial econometrics, and important monetary and financial issues with developments around the world.  Students apply for the Bachelor of Finance degree and choose the study plan leading to the award of Bachelor of Finance (International)

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  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    2009 CSP ATAR 70.85
    2009 CSP IB 25
    Annual tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $8,859
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Year 12 applicants
    You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER).
    Alternative entry pathways
    • Higher Education applicants
      You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA.
    • VET applicants
      You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award.
    • Special Entry applicants
      You must be 18 years or over before February 1st of the year that you will be studying. If you have studied a higher education program within the last two years, you must not have studied more than 2 years full-time equivalent in that program and you must not hold a completed higher education level award. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 40% and the quantitative component contributes 60% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
    • Without formal qualifications?
      You may be eligible for our special access schemes.
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    International ATAR 75
    IB 25
    IELTS Overall 6 [more info]
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $23,100
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Equivalent Scores
    International ATAR 75
    IB 25
    IELTS
    Overall
    Reading
    Listening
    Speaking
    Writing
    6
    5.5
    5.5
    6
    6
    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    International ATAR 75
    Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $23,100
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries Student Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
  • Areas of Specialisation

    All Finance students are admitted to the Bachelor of Finance program but may choose to follow the Finance (International) stream.

  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    For students commencing Level 1 in 2010:

    Level I

    Plus one Level I Elective*

    Level II
    Plus two Level II Electives*
    Level III

    (PLEASE NOTE: Course codes below are only applicable from 2010)    

    Plus four Level III Electives*

    *Students may select elective courses offered in economics, commerce, humanities and social sciences, mathematics, computer science and science.

  • Career Opportunities
    Career opportunities include trading international financial instruments, providing financial and monetary advice to multinational companies and governments, or working in merchant or trading banks.

    Potential careers

    Banker, Finance Manager, Financial Adviser, Financial Services Officer, Financial Systems / Computer Analyst, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser, International Trade or Business Analyst

  • Graduate Attributes

    Commerce Undergraduate Program Graduate Attributes

  • Professional Accreditation
    Graduates of the finance degree are entitled to affiliate membership of the nationally-recognised Financial Services Institute of Australia (Finsia).  Full membership of Finsia requires completion of the Institute’s Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment, progress towards which is greatly facilitated by completion of this degree.

    By undertaking specific courses, graduates can also obtain partial compliance with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission PS146 tier I Compliance, in the areas of generic knowledge derivatives and securities.  

    The Bachelor of Finance degree covers material relevant for entry to the Chartered Financial Analysts and Financial Planning Association.
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Last updated: Tuesday, 4 Oct 2011

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