Accounting is a fundamental organisational tool for business planning and control. Education and training in this specialised field will open up a range of career opportunities for you across a multitude of different industries – in government and business, and in management and finance.

Griffith University’s Bachelor of Arts program offers students the chance to study from a wide variety of areas. Studying a Bachelor of Arts degree allows you to tailor your education to suit your individual needs and interests. If you have a love of learning then this course is ideal for you.

"Macquarie University’s Bachelor of Arts degree offered through Open Universities Australia gives you the opportunity to study units from a wide range of disciplines in the Social Sciences and Humanities. This degree offers considerable flexibility, allowing students to construct programs and tailor their education and training to meet their individual needs and interests. Subject units in this Macquarie University program are based on online and computer-based learning and teaching. Internet access is therefore essential."

The Murdoch University Bachelor of Arts (Community Development) program is a great choice for those who are interested in improving the conditions of a range of community groups. This degree will provide you with a strong education of community issues and institutions.

"The Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art and Visual Culture) program offered through Open Universities Australia will give you a thorough understanding of the history of art and visual culture and its place in society and everyday life. Studying this bachelor course, you will explore both art theory and practice to provide you with an in-depth education in fine arts and visual culture. As a part of this program, you will study the conceptual decision-making process of artists in a range of mediums. You will learn about the significance of using text, images and other objects to create meaning and representation."

"The Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Studies) program develops knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal cultures and societies within the Australian community and a broader international context. The degree recognises social diversity and emphasises human rights and social justice within a framework that promotes ethical action, social responsibility and empowerment. The recent decision of the United Nations General Assembly to adopt the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples also adds a significant international dimension to this field of study. The Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Studies) program is the only completely online Indigenous Studies program in Australia."

"You will explore the human dimensions of the Internet – how people network, interconnect and creatively design the Internet. The Bachelor of Arts (Internet Studies) degree examines the Internet as a social technology and a key development in the world of media and information in which we now live. The course combines professional outcomes, scholarly creativity, technological skills and intellectually demanding academic study, as well as the chance for innovative cutting-edge project work. The approach is inter-disciplinary, involving options to develop skills in website design, online writing and communication, and virtual community management, and links well with media, business and computing."

"The Bachelor of Arts (Librarianship and Corporate Information Management) program offered through Open Universities Australia will give you knowledge and training in management, record-keeping, archiving and analysis of information. Studying this program, you will learn about contemporary issues in information management in an Australian context. You will also study a range of arts subjects, including text and culture, art and creativity, engaging media and classic Hollywood cinema."

"The Bachelor of Arts (Security, Terrorism and Counter-terrorism) program focuses on examining the important areas of global security and the phenomenon of terrorism from the beginning of the 21st century. This is an exciting program which is multi-disciplinary in both its approach and content. This degree has been designed to encourage students to understand the nature of security and terrorism from military, legal, political, scientific and sociological perspectives."

The Bachelor of Behavioural Studies program from Swinburne University has been structured to enable you to acquire knowledge and skills across a variety of study areas. Students who complete the program are well equipped to understand and explain human behaviour.

"The Bachelor of Behavioural Studies (Psychology) program offered through Open Universities Australia has been designed to provide students with a broad-based degree majoring in psychology. Studying this degree, you will gain knowledge and understanding of a wide range of areas involved in human behaviour. The topics covered in this bachelor degree program cover the gamut of behavioural studies, from counselling to Aboriginal studies, abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, organisational psychology, statistics, marketing, media relations, professional communication, social psychology, sports psychology and the psychology of crime, health and personality."

The Bachelor of Business degree from Swinburne University of Technology provides you with highly marketable skills that are relevant to a wide range of professional careers in the private and public sectors. During this course, you will be given the opportunity to enhance a number of other skills valued by employers, including self-awareness, presentation and communication.

"The movement for stronger, professional standards within the finance industry has driven the success of RMIT University’s Bachelor of Business in Financial Planning program. The degree has been developed with extensive input from the industry to ensure the degree is relevant to the student’s career prospects, pertinent to the issues in the industry and can provide practitioners with an understanding of the ethical, legal and professional ramifications of their decisions. This degree provides students with a detailed education of financial planning and the legal, regulative and social environment in which it exists."

The Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) degree offered by RMIT provides students with the opportunity to pursue a career in logistics and supply chain management. This course provides a strong emphasis on general business, and also allows students to specialise and gain a thorough education in all major areas of the business discipline, including economics, accounting, law and administration.

"The Bachelor of Commerce (Business Law) program offered through Open Universities Australia will give you an in-depth understanding of business law in the corporate administrative field. Studying this bachelor degree will give you knowledge and skills in a variety of areas, including advocacy, company law, cyber law, international taxation and economics."

"Griffith University offers this Bachelor of Communication degree to provide students with the opportunity to gain the education and training essential to the media and communication industries. This program comprehensively covers all key communications disciplines and subject areas. These include: media research and analysis; and knowledge of film and media history. As such, you will develop a strong knowledge base spanning broadcasting policy, regulation, content critique, development techniques applicable in journalism, screen production and new media settings."

Griffith University’s Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice program, offered through Open Universities Australia, is a broad-based social science degree examining crime, the criminal justice system and related social issues.

"Upon completion of the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) degree offered by Curtin University you will have the education and training to make informed decisions regarding teaching and learning. You will have a comprehensive understanding of the early childhood stage and the education curriculum suitable for this age group. You will also be able to create and manage learning environments and be able to plan, implement and analyse a range of teaching practices. Studying this course through Open Universities will give you the confidence to take on an independent and self-motivated approach to teaching."

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree has been designed for people who wish to teach at primary school level. OUA students can freely enrol in seven of the program’s first year units, either to ‘dip’ into the education discipline, or (with their university’s approval) to use these units as electives in another program. However, the remaining units in the program are restricted. To continue working towards the Bachelor of Education (Primary) degree, students must apply for a place in the program and meet specific eligibility criteria.

"The Bachelor of Liberal Studies program enables you to study widely and explore your interests while working toward a degree. This degree is suitable for students who may wish to combine study from different disciplines or for those who want to study a broad range of subject areas. This degree offers a fantastic opportunity to tailor your education to your individual needs."

"The Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences) program offered by RMIT allows you to explore the molecular level of living systems from which you can devise practical solutions to important problems. Bioscience and biotechnology are shaping today’s environment and food supply, ensuring that all living things can survive and live more safely. Drawing on core science areas such as genetics, biological chemistry and microbiology, this degree is taught by researchers at the leading edge of industry practice. This Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences) degree is designed for those who wish to pursue careers in biological sciences and also provides a biology specialisation for aspiring teachers."

"The Bachelor of Technology (Computing Studies) program is designed to give you a foundation in computer programming and information technology fundamentals, while also providing you with the opportunity to study outside the realm of IT and to gain a range of general business skills. This innovative degree is taught online to allow you to immediately apply what you are learning."

"The Bachelor of Technology (Info Systems) program recognises the ever-changing nature of the workplace and the business-critical importance of technology-related disciplines which now pervade every aspect of modern business life. As such, the study of information systems and supporting technologies is vital for any student entering the business world. This degree gives you the education and training to investigate and manage change and to understand the impact of technology on society. As a graduate, you will be given a strong knowledge base which you can leverage to become a leader in Australia’s technology industries, businesses and other organisations. The emphasis of this Bachelor of Technology (Info Systems) course is on the effective use of information and information technology within an organisation and the development of systems for solving business problems."