Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op)
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1
- Duration
- 4 Year(s)
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended)
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- UAC code 424600
- Program code 3554
- CRICOS code -
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2024 Indicative first year full fee
- $16,000*
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2024 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $62,500*
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2024 Indicative first year full fee
- $51,500*
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2024 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $225,000*
Fees
Fees
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Industry experience
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Financial scholarships
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One-to-one mentoring
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- Double degrees
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
Combine your BCom with in-depth industry training, personal mentoring and leadership development as well as a yearly scholarship. From your first year, you'll learn the essentials of business, tackle real-world challenges and begin building a portfolio that demonstrates your experience to future employers. Become one of Australia's most employable graduates with this business degree.
Key features
You’ll learn in the classroom and the boardroom through experiences that are unique to UNSW’s BCom and to the Co-op Program. This degree offers accreditation with industry bodies and international study opportunities.
Financial assistance
Support your studies with financial assistance. The Co-op Program provides a scholarship of $21,600 per year for four years (and it’s tax-free).
Work experience included
Complete up to three internships, a total of 18 months industry training. You’ll trial working at our Co-op Program sponsor organisations, which include leading global organisations like Coca-Cola Amatil, News Corp Australia, Salesforce and The Westpac Group.
Personal career mentoring
For your first work placement, you’ll be assigned a Co-op Program graduate to guide you and help your decision-making.
Leadership training
Build professional development and leadership skills through challenging, practical and social camps and interactive workshops.
Integrated First Year
Our first year courses are designed to reflect the nature of real-world business, and we call it the Integrated First Year. Traditionally, first year business courses are a series of ‘introduction to’ or ‘fundamentals of’ courses, which are separate introductions to different business disciplines. However we know that in reality, business problems are complex, multi-layered and span several disciplines. Our integrated curriculum reflects this. You'll gain a breadth of experience and nuance of understanding across a range of disciplines, preparing you to tackle real challenges in the workplace.
MyBCom portfolio
MyBCom portfolio is an award winning interactive platform and assessment tool. You'll use MyBCom throughout your degree to guide your studies, develop a tailored career plan, and collate a portfolio of professional experiences to showcase future employers.
Why study this degree at UNSW?
UNSW Business School has been ranked the #1 business school in Australia by AFR BOSS for the last two years in a row*. That means our business education leads the way in career impact, quality and reputation.
Our strong industry connections ensure the knowledge, skills, and experience you gain will be relevant and in-demand. Alongside a rigorous education, you'll grow professionally and socially through the UNSW Co-op Program’s scholarship, work placements with leading global organisations, personal mentoring and leadership training.
*AFR BOSS 2023 Best Business School Rankings
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Entry requirements
The Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op) features sponsored professional development and has limited places available. You’ll need to apply directly with the UNSW Co-op Program, which involves responding to a questionnaire and sitting for an interview, in addition to meeting the required ATAR (or equivalent).
ATAR equivalent ranks are derived from the following:
Australian interstate Year 12 qualifications (e.g., OP rank)
New Zealand NCEA Level 3
Equivalent overseas qualifications e.g., International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, GCE A-Levels
You can apply after a gap year (max. 2 gap years) however please note that if you commence a university degree or undertake any university study towards a degree during their gap year you'll become ineligible for a Co-op Scholarship. Some exemptions apply, e.g. accelerated high school subjects.
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- The 2024 Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) is the adjusted rank (ATAR plus adjustment factors) you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2024.
- The 2024 A levels score is based on four Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry scores are calculated from the best three or four A2 subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. At most one Applied A Level subject may be included in the best four subjects used to calculate the aggregate.
- The 2024 IB Diploma is an indication of the IB you would have needed to gain entry to this degree in 2024. It is to be used as a guide only.
- The 2024 Lowest ATAR is the lowest ATAR (before adjustment factors were applied) to which an offer was made. Where <5 is listed, this indicates that less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made and so the score has not been published. N/A indicates no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
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At UNSW, we are committed to ensuring prospective students have all the information they need in order to make informed decisions about their study options.
To assist you in gaining a better understanding of how Admissions works at UNSW, we have provided you with a summary of ATAR offers and the student profile.
We hope this information will help you identify the degree that is right for you.
Adjustment Factors
We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.
HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.
Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.
Educational Access Scheme (EAS)
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.
Admission pathways
Your ATAR is not the only measure of your potential to succeed, which is why we offer a range of pathways into university. Explore your options below and get in touch with our future student advisors to discuss your path to UNSW.
Gateway Admission Pathway
This scheme is open to students in Years 11 and 12 who attend Gateway schools. It significantly adjusts the ATAR requirements for your preferred UNSW degree and provides you with an early conditional offer to UNSW.
Entry programs for Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
We offer entry programs for Indigenous Australians, including the Indigenous Preparatory Programs and the Indigenous Admission Scheme (IAS). The entry pathway program you apply for will depend on the degree you want to study.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
International direct entry
We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.
Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
Admission pathways
The pathways to study at UNSW Business School include UNSW Foundation studies and our Diploma of Business, which offers a direct pathway to the second year of UNSW’s Bachelor of Commerce. Visit UNSW Global for more information.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Program structure
The Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op) is a four year program consisting of 26 courses and three industry placements (worth 192 Units of Credit (UOC)) and personal career mentoring.
The program includes:
Commerce Integrated First Year Courses
A Commerce major in Accounting, Finance, Marketing or Information Systems
Optional second major in Commerce or language subjects
Free electives and general education courses
Professional development courses and experiences:
Industry training – You’ll complete three work placements with Co-op program sponsor organisations.
Personal career mentoring – For your first work placement, you’ll be assigned a Co-op Program graduate to guide you and help your decision-making.
Leadership training – Build professional development and leadership skills through challenging, practical and social camps and interactive workshops.
Global work/study opportunities - You can participate in an international student exchange, international business case competitions and study tours.
Final Year Synthesis – Apply and integrate the knowledge and skills from your Bachelor of Commerce (BCom).
MyBCom – A digital career blueprint, a first year portfolio and a graduate portfolio that demonstrates your skillset to future employers.
Study areas
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- Accounting
- Behavioural Economics
- Business Analytics
- Business Economics
- Business Sustainability and Social Impact
- Cybersecurity Management
- Finance
- FinTech
- Human Resource Management
- Information Systems
- Innovation, Strategy and Entrepreneurship
- International Business
- Marketing
- Marketing Analytics
- Taxation
- Accounting
Full program structure
Some courses need to be studied in your first and second year, so you’re prepared for courses that can only be studied in later years. Your study options are full-time or part-time. Each university year has three terms and an optional summer study period. Depending on how you plan your study load, you can fit two or three courses into a term and one course in a summer term.
Below is an example of what you could study in four years full-time.
First year
myBCom Blueprint*
MyBCom First Year Portfolio* ^
8 Integrated First-Year Commerce courses
Second Year
4 Courses in your chosen major
2 Elective or optional second major courses
Industry Placement 1 with personal mentoring
Third Year
Industry Placement 2
4 Courses in your chosen major
2 Elective or optional second major courses
Fourth Year
Industry Placement 3
6 Elective or optional second major courses
MyBCom Graduation Portfolio*
Final Year Synthesis*
*Bachelor of Commerce credit-free courses dedicated to career planning and employability.
^Pre-requisite: COMM0999 AND completed 30 UOC of Integrated First Year Courses
For a three-year, non-scholarship degree, visit the Bachelor of Commerce.
Future careers
Co-op Program graduates have excellent career prospects. You’ll be in demand from a range of industries including accounting business analytics, finance, management or marketing. As a Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op) student, you’ll complete internships with industry-leading Co-op Program sponsor organisations, which creates the potential to launch your career before you even graduate.
Potential careers
- Accountant/Auditor
- Business Analyst
- Consultant
- Customer Experience Officer
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Digital Innovation Officer
- Economist
- Financial Adviser
- Human Resource Consultant
- Investment Banker
- Marketing/Brand Manager
- Tax Adviser
- Strategist
Honours
Take your Commerce studies to the next level with an additional one-year Honours degree, where you'll gain advanced knowledge and research skills in your chosen area of business. You'll have the opportunity to be mentored by top-tier researchers and work on industry relevant projects while undertaking a significant research thesis. Graduate with advanced knowledge, analytical, problem-solving and research skills that are highly sought after in business and government. Learn more about BCom Honours.
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Commerce can give you professional recognition and accreditation in industry governing bodies, including the Australian Human Resources Institute, Australian Securities and Investment Commission, CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, ACCA, Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) and Institute of Public Accountants.
Double degrees
It's unusual to study a double degree while participating in the Co-op program, but not impossible. Discuss your options with a member of the Co-op team if you can:
- demonstrate strong academic achievement,
- fulfil all Co-op requirements, and
- get approval from your sponsors.
(Please note, the Bachelor of Laws is already a double degree program and cannot be added as a second degree to the Co-op study plan.)
How to apply
Domestic students are Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens. If this is you, apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) as normal and also directly with the UNSW Co-op Program.
Co-op Program application
Your application to the UNSW Co-op Program will include a questionnaire and interview. Make sure you apply with the UNSW Co-op Program by 30 September the year before you want to start university. If successful, you’ll be awarded a Co-op scholarship, making you eligible for the degree.
UAC application
Visit the Apply section of the UAC website and you can nominate up to five degrees in order of preference, with the first being your most desired degree and university.
On-time applications for admission usually close at the end of September each year for Term 1 admission. Late applications can be submitted, but a late fee will apply. For study starting in Term 1, the majority of offers are made in December and January.
Visit the UAC website for key dates for admission outside of Term 1.
Ready to start your application?
This scholarship program is only available to domestic students, who are Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens.
Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
Commonwealth Supported Place: Student Contribution Band 3
*The student contribution for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the amount payable in Year 1 based on a standard full-time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The actual student contribution you will be liable for depends on your individual program of study and the calendar year in which you enrol. Actual fees are calculated upon enrolment. Student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the university and may increase each year during your studies (subject to caps determined by the Australian Government), effective at the start of each calendar year.
The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only - other fees and charges are not included.
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International.
Scholarships
The Co-op Program is a scholarship that is open to high achieving high school leavers. The scholarship is A$19,600 each year for four years. The scholarship is tax-free and paid fortnightly over the duration of the program. You may still be eligible to apply for additional scholarships.
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Studying Commerce as a Co-op student made my university experience extremely well-rounded.
