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Honours Degree of Bachelor of Finance
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Honours Bachelor
Duration 1 year full-time or part-time equiv.
SATAC Code N/A
2012
ATAR
TBC
- Program Outline
Bachelor of Finance (Honours) is an intensive program and runs for two semesters starting the last week in February. The program is structured around the requirements of the students and their research interests and a pathway leading to PhD,if students wish to pursue further studies.
* PREREQUISITES from 2012:
A minimum Distinction grade average, which is the benchmark.
All honours and MPhil students must have completed the following courses (or their equivalent at another institution) prior to enrolment.
- ‘Corporate Finance Theory III’ OR ‘Corporate Investment and Strategy III’
- At least a ‘level 2’ course or its equivalent in econometrics or statistics
- ‘Portfolio Theory and Management III’
- EITHER ‘Financial Modelling Techniques III’ OR ‘Options, Futures and Risk Management III’).
Or equivalent in the Masters coursework programs.
*2011- transition year
Note: Annually we have over 30 honours/MBR applications and only accept approximately 10 students.
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- Admission and Fee Information
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:Domestic applicants
Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $9,792Mid-year entry? Subject to availability Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Students who have completed the required undergraduate program to a satisfactory level may be eligible to apply for the Honours program.
Alternative entry pathways
How to Apply
International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $26,750 Mid-year entry? No CRICOS 041727K Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Students who have completed the required undergraduate program to a satisfactory level may be eligible to apply for the Honours program.Prerequisites
Graduate entry only.Equivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Annual tuition fees International student place: $26,750 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Students who have completed the required undergraduate program to a satisfactory level may be eligible to apply for the Honours program. - Areas of Specialisation
International areas.
- Study Plans
The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2013 (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.
First semester of the program involves undertaking four courses, two of which are common for all students and the other two are discipline-specific.Common courses:
Research Methods
Quantitative Methods
Discipline-specific courses:
Advanced Theory
Selected Readings
Second semester involves a research project of around 12,000 to 15,000 words. This thesis counts for 50% of the year’s assessment. - Career Opportunities
Finance graduates will be in a strong position to gain employment with private and public companies anywhere in the world, and also in many government departments. They may be employed by trading and merchant banks, investment firms, consulting specialists, private and public corporations and local and national government agencies. Openings for graduates are in treasury and risk management, stockbroking, fund and portfolio management, international trade and derivatives trading and pricing.
Potential careers
Business Manager, Econometrician, Economist, Management Consultant
- Graduate Attributes
- Professional Accreditation
The University's business programs have been awarded a five year international accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) http://www.aacsb.edu/accreditation/
AACSB accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in business education and has been earned by less than 5% of the world's business schools.
This means the University of Adelaide's Business Degrees are recognised internationally for their high quality and successful graduates.
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- Further Information
Please direct enquiries to the University Contact Centre
Phone: +61 8 8313 7335 (toll free 1800 061 459)The annual Open Day and Information Night events provide an excellent opportunity to see our campus, meet with academics, and discuss your study options.
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- It may be possible for Honours students to undertake an overseas study experience. See supervisors for more information.
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013
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