2016 POSTGRADUATE COURSEWORK PROGRAMS. Postgraduate

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1 2016 POSTGRADUATE COURSEWORK PROGRAMS Postgraduate

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3 Challenge yourself and discover what you can really achieve. Contents Why choose ANU? 2 Education at ANU 4 Professional short courses 5 Academic excellence 6 Employability 8 Study options 10 What can I study? 12 How long will it take? 13 Postgraduate coursework 14 programs index Coursework program descriptions 18 How do I apply? 50 Fees, scholarships & other costs 52 How much will my degree cost? 54 Cost of living 55 Scholarships 56 Life at ANU 58 Life outside the classroom 60 Accommodation options 62 Discover Canberra 64 Come visit us 68 INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE OF RESEARCH UNIVERSITIES Published May 2015 by the Division of Student Recruitment and Admissions, The Australian National University. CRICOS Provider Number: 00120C No undertakings are binding on the University unless they are obtained in an official letter from the Pro Vice-Chancellor (International and Outreach). The University may vary the entrance scores and requirements, content and availability of programs and courses, and costs and charges applied to the courses outlined in this student guide. The University reserves the right to change the contents of courses and not to offer all courses listed in the student guide Postgraduate Coursework Programs 1

4 WHY CHOOSE ANU? ANU has a rich history of discovery and sets the standard in teaching, research and community engagement. Engage with leading minds Learn from world class researchers Make global connections #1 ANU is ranked #1 in Australia and number 25 in the world. 1 87% Percentage of ANU academic staff who hold a PhD. 2 Go8 ANU is part of the Group of Eight, a coalition of Australia s leading universities for education and distinguished by depth and breadth in research. 94% Percentage of academics research rated above world standard or well above world standard. 3 IARU ANU is the only Australian member of the International Alliance of Research Universities. 10th ANU is the 10th most international university in the world and equal first in Australia QS World University Rankings, 2014/ Good Universities, Australian Government s Excellence in Research for Australia initiative, Times Higher Education International Outlook indicator, The Australian National University

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6 EDUCATION AT ANU Education at ANU is shaped by our culture of intensive research. We are the university of choice for top students from Australia and around the world. ANU is one of the world s foremost centres of education, research and leadership. Our students are taught by distinguished academics, and the ANU student experience is enhanced by world-class resources providing them with many opportunities. ANU has seven academic colleges housing a number of schools and research centres that specialise in a range of disciplines: some unique in Australia and our region. ANU College of Arts & Social Sciences The ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences is the largest of the seven colleges at ANU. The College sets national and international standards in research, education, and community engagement across the humanities, creative arts, and social sciences. The College is structured into two main research schools to enhance the multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary nature of its research and provide a research intensive teaching environment that challenges and inspires students. > > cass.anu.edu.au ANU College of Asia & the Pacific The ANU College of Asia and the Pacific is one of the world s leading centres for teaching and research on the region. With the College s focus on Asia and the Pacific more relevant now than ever before, ANU is indisputably the best place to prepare the next generation of regional specialists. > > asiapacific.anu.edu.au ANU College of Business & Economics The strength of the ANU College of Business and Economics international reputation attracts exceptional students from Australia, the Asia Pacific and beyond. Our College staff are at the forefront of global thinking on issues of national and international significance, issues relating to wealth and well-being, strong organisations, and transformative innovation. > > cbe.anu.edu.au ANU College of Engineering & Computer Science The ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science has a track record of exceptional performance, a strong international research reputation based on a culture of excellence, a vibrant research-led education program, and strong contributions in policy advice and community engagement. > > cecs.anu.edu.au ANU College of Law The ANU College of Law is Australia s national law school. Ranked among the world s top 20 law schools, the ANU College of Law has a long-standing reputation for excellence in education, research and community outreach. Through a focus on local, national and global contexts, the College provides a unique understanding of current law and policy, and has particular expertise in constitutional and administrative law, international law and environmental law, and places an emphasis on the values of law reform and social justice. > > law.anu.edu.au ANU College of Medicine, Biology & Environment, and ANU College of Physical & Mathematical Sciences Research and education delivered by the ANU College of Medicine, Biology and Environment and the ANU College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences focus on specific areas of academic endeavour. There are more than twelve research schools and centres that focuses on delivering teaching and research outcomes in science, medicine and health. In concert with the College s highly collaborative and intensive research culture, students are provided with stateof-the-art facilities and a world-class education. > > cmbe-cpms.anu.edu.au 4 The Australian National University

7 PROFESSIONAL SHORT COURSES Our academic colleges offer short courses for professional and skills development that are tailored for a variety of students. ANU College of Law ANU law professional development courses allow the opportunity to build, expand or update your understanding of law. Most courses are suitable for lawyers and nonlawyers, are taught intensively over 2-3 days (or delivered completely online) and do not require prerequisite study. > > law.anu.edu.au/professional-short-courses Courses are available in key topics such as: > > Aviation law > > International trade > > Law, governance and development > > Legislative drafting > > National security > > Water resources and environmental law Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science Science communication short courses are run regularly, tailored to help scientists and teachers better communicate scientific research, or to help others to better understand the process and findings of science. > > cpas.anu.edu.au/study/short-courses Courses available include: > > Science communication and the web: short course > > Science communication for research scientists > > Science communication for science teachers > > Science communication for mums Crawford School of Public Policy The Executive Education program offers access to world-leading experts drawn from the public service and academia. Regardless of your career stage, the range of courses will provide skills, knowledge and expertise in public policy. > > crawford.anu.edu.au/executive-education Courses are available in key topics such as: > > Coporate leadership and management > > Managing domestic and international economies > > Managing politics, international relations and security > > Managing the environment and resources > > Public sector management and accountability National Centre for Epidemiology & Population Health Short courses are ideally suited to those working in population health, medicine or related areas. They are suitable both for those who have no previous formal training or for those who would like to refresh their understanding. > > nceph.anu.edu.au/education/short-courses Courses available include: > > Analysis of public health data > > Biostatistics in population health > > Fundamentals of epidemiology > > Methods in applied epidemiological research > > Outbreak investigation > > Public health surveillance > > Scientific writing > > Systematic reviews National Security College Executive Development Programs are delivered exclusively to members of the public sector who are working within the national security environment. Some Professional Development courses may be available to a broader audience depending on their nature and content. > > nsc.anu.edu.au/edpd/executive-dev > > nsc.anu.edu.au/edpd/professional-dev Executive Development courses include: > > Introduction to australia s national security challenges and policy-making > > National security executive level 1 development program > > National security executive level 2 development program > > National security senior executive development program Professional Development courses include: > > Cyber challenges for national security agencies and departments > > Key country briefing series > > Risk management for national security professionals > > Strategic communication for national security professionals > > Strategy planning and implementation in national security policy-making > > The relationship between intelligence and policy-making on national security issues 2016 Postgraduate Coursework Programs 5

8 ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Our disciplines are ranked in the top 50 in the world. > > Accounting and Finance: 25* > > Agriculture and Forestry: 7* + > > Arts and Humanities: 16** + > > Biological Sciences: 43* > > Business and Management: 36* > > Computer Science and Information Systems: 26* > > Development Studies: 10* + > > Earth and Marine Sciences: 12* + > > Economics and Econometrics: 26* > > Electrical and Electronic Engineering: 35* > > English Language and Literature: 25* > > Environmental Sciences: 17* > > Geography and Area Studies: 15* + > > History: 9* + > > Law: 16* > > Life Sciences: 33** > > Linguistics: 16* > > Mathematics: 31* + > > Modern Languages: 24* + > > Philosophy: 19* + > > Physical Science: 28** + > > Politics and International Studies: 7* + > > Psychology: 26* > > Social Sciences: 24** > > Sociology: 16* + > > Statistics and Operational Research: 48* 1 QS World University Rankings Number 1 in Australia 2014/ QS World University Rankings Number 25 in the World 2014/2015 *QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2015 **Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2014/ Ranked number one in Australia 45 Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2014/2015

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10 EMPLOYABILITY ANU is ranked number one for Australia s most employable graduates Imagine where ANU can take you! #1 most employable graduates in Australia* #23 most employable graduates in the world* 7,585 ANU alumni are leaders 7,585 alumni are currently working in executive level positions, all over the world! 6 ANU has been home to six Nobel Prize winners. * Emerge Global Employability Survey ANU alumni and community leaders mentored ANU students in 2014, passing on their knowledge to the next generation ANU currently has over 500 active alumni volunteers who take part in a variety of activities in Australia and Internationally. 92,000+ ANU has over 92,000 alumni from all over the world. 2 ANU has produced two Australian Prime Ministers. 8 The Australian National University

11 Advocate Dr Anne Gallagher AO Master of International Law 1992 A former Special Adviser to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Dr Gallagher is considered an expert in the development of international law and policy on human trafficking. Recipient of the Anti-Slavery Australian Freedom Award 2011, and an Officer of the Order of Australia. Economist Arjuna Mohottala Master of International and Development Economics 2013 and current PhD candidate in Economics Senior Economist at the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and currently undertaking a PhD in Economics at the Crawford School of Public Policy. Arjuna Mohottala has been actively involved in the student experience at ANU; as Treasurer (2013) and President (2014) of the Postgraduate and Research Students Association. Entrepreneur Thérèse Rein Bachelor of Arts 1980, Master of Psychology (qualifying degree) 1981 Managing Director of Ingeus Ltd, an international business that now spans ten countries and has helped hundreds of thousands of people experiencing disability or social disadvantage to find work. Policymaker Dr Mari Elka Pangestu Bachelor of Economics (Honours) 1979, Master of Economics 1981 The first female Chinese-Indonesian to hold a cabinet position in Indonesia, Dr Mari Elka Pangestu is globally recognised as a highly effective public speaker and minister. Currently working as a Professor of International Economics at the Faculty of Economics, University of Indonesia, and on the Board of Directors of the Centre of Strategic and International Studies, Indonesia s leading think tank. Politician Thomas Kaydor Master of Public Policy 2014 Appointed as the Deputy Foreign Minister for International Cooperation and Economic Integration of Liberia by the President of Liberia two weeks before graduation. Within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, his responsibilities include coordinating all of Liberia s multilateral development programs and projects Postgraduate Coursework Programs 9

12 STUDY OPTIONS ANU was the best decision for my academic and professional life it is the only university in Australia that offers this subject at a postgraduate level I am enjoying my studies and life at Canberra and at ANU. Nur Newaz Khan Master of Culture, Health and Medicine 10 The Australian National University

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14 WHAT CAN I STUDY? Postgraduate coursework results in the awarding of a graduate certificate, a graduate diploma or a Master degree. Some postgraduate coursework programs may also involve a research component, where students work with the assistance of supervisors on a more substantial project. > > Graduate Certificate: approximately 24 units, or six months of full-time study > > Graduate Diploma: approximately units, or one year of full-time study > > Masters: approximately 72 units, or two years of fulltime study > > Masters (Advanced): approximately 72 units, or two years of full-time study. Includes a 24 unit equivalent supervised sub-thesis. Admission to a postgraduate coursework program requires the completion of a Bachelor (or undergraduate) degree. Some programs may require the completion of an Honours degree (at upper second class level or above) or study in a cognate discipline. Refer to the admission requirements outlined in the Postgraduate Coursework Programs entries (see pages 18 to 49). Key terms Course: A subject that you study in your degree (for example, an English course). Other universities might use this to describe the degree, whereas ANU uses program to describe degrees. Postgraduate: A postgraduate student is anyone who has already completed a Bachelor degree and enrols in further study. Program: A University-approved structured sequence of study, undertaken in one or more academic colleges of the University, normally leading to the award of a degree, diploma or certificate. Online study options ANU has a suite of programs that are offered fully or partially online, in recognition of the need for flexible study options at a postgraduate level. > > Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law and Practice > > Graduate Certificate of Management > > Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice > > Juris Doctor (Fully Online) > > Master of Applied Anthropology and Participatory Development > > Master of Applied Anthropology and Participatory Development (Advanced) > > Master of Laws (Migration Law) > > Master of Legal Practice > > Master of Management > > Master of Studies There are also individual courses that are available to study online. Please check the website for a full and comprehensive list of programs and courses that are offered through online delivery. > > programsandcourses.anu.edu.au Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) ANU currently has five courses on edx, with four more launching over the next 18 months. ANU was the first Australian member of edx, an online learning platform which provides online university-level courses in a wide range of disciplines to a worldwide audience. > > edx.org/school/anux Design your own postgraduate program Graduate Studies Select enables you to create your own individualised Masters degree, offering flexibility and choice, while allowing you to develop specialised expertise. You can sample an eclectic mix of disciplines and interests, or focus your learning in a particular direction. > > drss.anu.edu.au/gss 12 The Australian National University

15 HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? Our postgraduate coursework programs at ANU can take between six months and two years to complete if studied full-time, depending on the level of program studied. A two year Master program if studied full-time will usually comprise of four semesters of study. Part-time study is generally represented as double the duration of full-time study. A number of courses within degree programs are offered in non-standard sessions: Summer, Autumn, Winter and Spring. Full details on course offerings can be found within each degree program listing. > > programsandcourses.anu.edu.au Credit for previous study Credit may be awarded for previous study in a related field. Once you receive an offer from ANU, you will be automatically assessed and, if eligible, awarded credit. > > If you have an undergraduate degree in a related field, you could be eligible for up to six months credit (24 units) > > If you have an undergraduate degree with honours in a related field OR a postgraduate qualification in a related field, you could be eligible for up to twelve months credit (48 units) > > Credit cannot be awarded for programs of one year duration. Pathway options You have an undergraduate degree in a related field You have an undergraduate degree with honours in a related field or a graduate qualification in a related field Up to 6 months credit Up to 12 months credit 2 years 2016 Postgraduate Coursework Programs 13

16 POSTGRADUATE COURSEWORK PROGRAMS INDEX Program Indicative annual domestic fee (A$)* Domestic applications through UAC** Domestic applications direct to ANU*** Indicative annual international fee (A$)* International applications direct to ANU**** Accounting Graduate Certificate of Accounting $14,640 $19, Graduate Diploma of Accounting $29,280 $39, Master of Accounting $29,280 $39, Master of Professional Accounting $29,280 $39, Actuarial Studies Graduate Certificate of Finance and Actuarial Statistics $14,640 $19, Graduate Diploma of Finance and Actuarial Statistics $29,280 $39, Master of Actuarial Practice $29,280 $39, Master of Actuarial Studies $29,280 $39, Anthropology Master of Anthropology $24,432 $34, Master of Anthropology (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Master of Applied Anthropology and Participatory $24,432 $34, Development Master of Applied Anthropology and Participatory $24,432 T $34, Development (Advanced) Master of Applied Anthropology and Participatory $24,432 $34, Development (Fully Online) Master of Applied Anthropology and Participatory $24,432 T $34, Development (Advanced) (Fully Online) Master of Biological Anthropology $27,840 $37, Master of Biological Anthropology (Advanced) $27,840 T $37, Master of Culture, Health and Medicine $31,152 $41, Master of Culture, Health and Medicine (Advanced) $31,152 T $41, Archaeology Master of Archaeological Science $24,432 $34, Master of Archaeological Science (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Art History and Curatorial Studies Master of Art History and Curatorial Studies $24,432 $34, Master of Art History and Curatorial Studies (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Arts Graduate Certificate of Arts $12,216 $17, Master of Arts (Advanced) $24,432 $34, Asia-Pacific Studies Graduate Certificate of Teaching Asia $12,216 Not offered 23 Master of Asia-Pacific Studies $24,432 $34, Astronomy and Astrophysics Master of Astronomy and Astrophysics (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Biology Master of Biological Sciences $27,840 $37, Master of Biological Sciences (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Master of Biotechnology $27,840 $37, Master of Biotechnology (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Master of Neuroscience $27,840 $37, Master of Neuroscience (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Business Graduate Certificate of Business Information Management $13,920 $18, Master of Business Administration $29,280 $39, Master of Business Information Systems $29,280 $39, Page 14 The Australian National University

17 Program Indicative annual domestic fee (A$)* Domestic applications through UAC** Domestic applications direct to ANU*** Indicative annual international fee (A$)* International applications direct to ANU**** Classical Studies Master of Classical Studies $24,432 $34, Master of Classical Studies (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Commerce Master of Commerce $29,280 $39, Computing Graduate Diploma of Computing $27,840 $37, Master of Computing $27,840 $37, Master of Computing (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Criminology Master of Criminology $24,432 $34, Master of Criminology (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Digital Arts Master of Digital Arts $20,160 $31, Master of Digital Arts (Advanced) $20,160 T $31, Diplomacy Master of Diplomacy $26,016 $37, Earth Sciences Master of Earth Sciences (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Economics Graduate Certificate of Economics $14,640 $19, Graduate Diploma of Economics $29,280 $39, Master of Applied Economics $29,280 $39, Master of Economic Policy $29,280 $39, Master of Economics $29,280 $39, Master of Environmental and Resource Economics $29,280 $39, Master of Financial Economics $29,280 $39, Master of International and Development Economics $29,280 $39, Engineering Master of Engineering in Digital Systems and $27,840 $37, Telecommunications Master of Engineering in Mechatronics $27,840 $37, Master of Engineering in Photonics $27,840 $37, Master of Engineering in Solar Energy Technologies $27,840 $37, Environment and Resource Management Graduate Certificate of Environment $13,920 $18, Graduate Diploma of Environment $27,840 $37, Master of Climate Change $27,840 $37, Master of Energy Change $27,840 $37, Master of Energy Change (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Master of Environment $27,840 $37, Master of Environment (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Master of Environmental Management and Development $27,840 $37, Master of Environmental Science $27,840 $37, Master of Environmental Science (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Master of Forestry $27,840 $37, Master of Forestry (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Finance Master of Applied Finance $29,280 $39, Master of Finance $29,280 $39, Master of Financial Management $29,280 $39, Page 2016 Postgraduate Coursework Programs 15

18 Program Indicative annual domestic fee (A$)* Domestic applications through UAC** Domestic applications direct to ANU*** Indicative annual international fee (A$)* International applications direct to ANU**** Globalisation Master of Globalisation $26,016 $37, Master of Globalisation (Advanced) $26,016 T $37, Graduate Studies Select Graduate Certificate of Studies $15,576 $20, Master of Studies $31,152 $41, Master of Studies (Advanced) $31,152 T $41, Master of Studies (Fully Online) $31,152 $41, History Master of History $24,432 $34, Master of History (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, International Relations Master of International Relations $26,016 $37, Master of International Relations (Advanced) $26,016 $37, Law Graduate Certificate of Australian Migration Law and $13,008 $18, Practice Graduate Certificate of Law $13,008 $18, Juris Doctor $29,280 $39, Juris Doctor (Fully Online) $29,280 Not offered 37 Master of Laws $26,016 $37, Master of Laws in Environmental Law $26,016 $37, Master of Laws in Government and Regulation $26,016 $37, Master of Laws in International Law $26,016 $37, Master of Laws in International Security Law $26,016 $37, Master of Laws in Law, Governance, and Development $26,016 $37, Master of Laws in Migration Law $26,016 $37, Master of Legal Practice $29,280 $39, Liberal Arts Master of Liberal Arts $24,432 $34, Master of Liberal Arts (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Linguistics and Languages Master of General and Applied Linguistics $24,432 $34, Master of General and Applied Linguistics (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Translantion Master of Translation $24,432 $34, Master of Translation (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Management and Marketing Graduate Certificate of Management $14,640 $19, Master of Management $29,280 $39, Master of Project Management $29,280 $39, Mathematical Sciences Master of Mathematical Sciences (Advanced) $27,840 $37, Medicine and Health Sciences Graduate Certificate of Applied Epidemiology $15,576 Not offered 42 Master of Public Health $31,152 $41, Master of Public Health (Advanced) $31,152 $41, Doctor of Medicine and Surgery Commonwealth supported $69, Page 16 The Australian National University

19 Program Indicative annual domestic fee (A$)* Domestic applications through UAC** Domestic applications direct to ANU*** Indicative annual international fee (A$)* International applications direct to ANU**** Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies Master of Islam in the Modern World $24,432 $34, Master of Islam in the Modern World (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Master of Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies $24,432 $34, Master of Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Museums and Heritage Studies Master of Museum and Heritage Studies $24,432 $34, Master of Museum and Heritage Studies (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Music Master of Music $20,160 $31, Master of Music (Advanced) $20,160 T $31, Physics Master of Nuclear Science $27,840 $37, Policy and Governance Graduate Certificate of Public Policy $13,008 $18, Master of Public Administration $26,016 $37, Master of Public Policy $26,016 $37, Master of Public Policy in Development Policy $26,016 $37, Master of Public Policy in Economic Policy $26,016 $37, Master of Public Policy in International Policy $26,016 $37, Master of Public Policy in Policy Analysis $26,016 $37, Master of Public Policy in Social Policy $26,016 $37, Psychology Master of Clinical Psychology $27,312 $39, Science Graduate Diploma of Science $27,840 $37, Science Communication Master of Science Communication $24,432 $34, Master of Science Communication Outreach $27,840 $37, Social Research Master of Social Research $24,432 $34, Master of Social Research (Advanced) $24,432 T $34, Statistics Master of Statistics $27,840 $37, Strategic Studies and National Security Master of National Security Policy $26,016 $37, Master of National Security Policy (Advanced) $26,016 $37, Master of Strategic Studies $26,016 $37, Master of Strategic Studies (Advanced) $26,016 $37, Visual Arts Master of Visual Arts $20,160 $31, Master of Visual Arts (Advanced) $20,160 T $31, Page *These fees are indicative only, please refer to programsandcourses.anu.edu.au **Domestic applications: uac.edu.au ***Domestic direct applications: anu.edu.au/study/apply/anu-postgraduate-coursework-domestic-applications ****International direct applications: anu.edu.au/study/apply/anu-postgraduate-coursework-international-applications T: Admission by internal transfer Postgraduate Coursework Programs 17

20 COURSEWORK PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS Accounting Graduate Certificate of Accounting Duration: 1 semester Program code: 6459XGCACC CRICOS code: G Indicative annual domestic fee: $14,640 Indicative annual international fee: $19,512 College: ANU College of Business and Economics Program overview: This program suits students with various aspirations, including: graduates with no background in accounting who wish to study concepts and techniques in accounting without the need to enrol in a full degree; graduates with prior accounting studies who wish to develop more advanced skills and knowledge in accounting without enrolling in a full Master program; and graduates with prior accounting studies who need up to four more courses to satisfy the admission requirements of the Australian professional accounting bodies. The Certificate program is designed to articulate into a Master program for students who wish to continue their advanced studies. Students may be able to transfer to the Master of Professional Accounting, Master of Accounting, or the Master of Commerce programs. with an average mark of at least 65%. Graduate Diploma of Accounting Duration: 1 year Program code: 6401XGDACT CRICOS code: C Indicative annual domestic fee: $29,280 Indicative annual international fee: $39,024 College: ANU College of Business and Economics Program overview: This program is designed for students who wish to gain or extend their knowledge of accounting and related disciplines. Available courses address issues and topics of importance in accounting and business areas. The program is designed to articulate into a Master program for students who wish to continue their advanced studies. Students may be able to transfer to the Master of Professional Accounting, Master of Accounting, or the Master of Commerce programs. with an average mark of at least 65%. Master of Accounting Program code: 7414XMACCT CRICOS code: J Indicative annual domestic fee: $29,280 Indicative annual international fee: $39,024 College: ANU College of Business and Economics Program overview: This program allows students to develop accounting skills and undertake independent research. For students with limited or no prior accounting training, the program offers conversion courses that allow them to meet the education entry requirements of the Australian accounting professional bodies. Students who need to complete additional courses to gain Australian accounting accreditation can also do this as part of the program. Students with prior accounting studies will take more advanced accounting courses, and have the opportunity to undertake substantial research projects. With continuing high global demand for qualified accountants, graduates of the program have a wide range of career opportunities in accounting firms, government departments, banking and finance organisations, corporations and other related accounting fields. The Master of Accounting is accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants ANZ. with an average mark of at least 65%. Applicants with a Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline may be eligible for 24 units (1 semester) of credit. Applicants with a Graduate Diploma or Honours in a cognate discipline may be eligible for 48 units (1 year) of credit. Cognate disciplines: Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business, Business Information Systems, Computing Science, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Mathematics. Master of Professional Accounting Duration: 1.5 years Program code: 7413XMPACC CRICOS code: G Indicative annual domestic fee: $29,280 Indicative annual international fee: $39,024 College: ANU College of Business and Economics Program overview: This program allows graduates to develop skills in accounting and the ability to analyse accounting-related issues. The program allows students with prior studies in cognate disciplines to specialise in accounting and meet the education entry requirements for the Australian accounting professional bodies. Students are exposed to professional and scholarly accounting and research. With continuing high global demand for qualified accountants, graduates of the program have a wide range of career opportunities in accounting firms, government departments, banking and finance organisations, corporations and other related accounting fields. The Master of Professional Accounting is accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants ANZ. with an average mark of at least 65%, and with courses in at least one of the following areas: accounting, business, business information systems, computing science, economics, finance, actuarial studies, mathematics, management, marketing, international business. Cognate disciplines: Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business, Business Information Systems, Computing Science, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Mathematics. All applicants must meet the University s English Language Admission Requirements for Students > For further information: programsandcourses.anu.edu.au * 18 The Australian National University