Course overview
Diploma of Commerce is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in finance & accounting at Deakin College in Melbourne, Australia. It takes 8 or 12 months, with intakes in March; June; October.
Deakin College is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Deakin College (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Melbourne, Australia |
| Course | Diploma of Commerce |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Finance & Accounting |
| Duration | 8 or 12 months |
| Tuition per year | A$40,000 (≈ ₹26 lakh) |
| Intakes | March; June; October |
| English requirement | Indian citizens: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent |
Interested in Diploma of Commerce?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is A$40,000 a year, about ₹26 lakh.
2026 total course fee (8 units at A$5,000); the diploma lasts 8 or 12 months. Leads to Year 2 of Deakin's Bachelor of Commerce, Business Analytics and others.
Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Chartered accountant
- External auditor
- Financial manager
- Investment analyst
- Tax adviser
- Financial risk analyst
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Deloitte
PwC
EY
KPMG
HSBC
JPMorgan Chase
Barclays
Citi
Goldman Sachs
BNP Paribas
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Deakin College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Diplomas need Year 12 or an equivalent qualification; grade requirements by country are on Deakin College's international academic entry requirements page.
- Engineering expects senior school maths (Australian students without it take an extra maths unit).
- Moving into Year 2 at Deakin depends on passing the diploma with the required grades (for example, a WAM of 50 for engineering).
English requirements
For this course: Indian citizens: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| Diplomas, Indian citizens | IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or equivalent |
| Diplomas, general requirement | IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0); PTE Academic 42 (no skill below 36); TOEFL iBT 51; Duolingo 100 (no subscore below 90) |
| Masters Qualifying Program | IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); PTE Academic 50 (no skill below 42); TOEFL iBT 69 |
| Language Development Module | A free, compulsory English unit in the first trimester unless exempt (for example, with IELTS 6.0 or above) |
Intakes
This course starts in: March; June; October.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in AustraliaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score report (no more than two years old)
- Genuine Student documents and financial evidence
- Overseas Student Health Cover
Scholarships
Deakin College MQP Scholarship
PG pathway (Masters Qualifying Program)
Value: 15% of MQP tuition fees
International students starting the MQP in 2026 or 2027. No application needed.
Official pageNavitas Family Bursary
All programmes
Value: 10% of tuition for up to 8 units
The second and later family members studying at a Navitas institution at the same time. Apply with the family bursary form.
Official page
About Deakin College
Deakin College is the pathway college for Deakin University, teaching on Deakin's Melbourne Burwood and Geelong campuses. Its diplomas are equivalent to the first year of a Deakin degree: pass with the required grades and you enter the second year of a Deakin bachelor's degree in IT, business, commerce, engineering, health or science. It also runs a Foundation Program and a Masters Qualifying Program.
Indian students use it when they narrowly miss direct entry to Deakin. Note that Indian citizens need IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) for diplomas, higher than the general 5.5. Diplomas take 8 or 12 months and there are three intakes a year.
Similar courses
Finance & Accounting courses at other universities in Australia
- Bachelor of CommerceAdelaide University3 years full time · A$52,200 / year
- Bachelor of AccountingAIH Higher Education3 years full time · A$16,800 / year
- Bachelor of CommerceThe Australian National University3 years · A$57,640 / year
- Bachelor of Accounting (CQ01)CQUniversity Australia3 years · A$35,040 / year
- Bachelor of AccountingCharles Sturt University3 years · A$32,000 / year
- Bachelor of AccountingCrown Institute of Higher Education3 years full-time (240 credit points) · A$18,000 / year
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FAQs
What is the fee for Diploma of Commerce at Deakin College?
The tuition for international students is A$40,000 a year (about ₹26 lakh). 2026 total course fee (8 units at A$5,000); the diploma lasts 8 or 12 months. Leads to Year 2 of Deakin's Bachelor of Commerce, Business Analytics and others. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Diploma of Commerce?
The course takes 8 or 12 months.
What English score do I need?
Indian citizens: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: March; June; October. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
