Course overview
From accounting, to economics, to marketing, tailor your degree and open up opportunities in every area of business and government.
After spending your first year studying key business disciplines, you’ll then choose from a wide range of specialist major sequences. You can also choose from specialised areas offered by other faculties such as journalism, sociology, politics and policy studies, languages, and psychology.
Studying Commerce at Deakin gives you more than a world-class degree. You have the flexibility to design the course around areas you’re interested in – within Commerce and in other fields.
Read MoreKey dates
Direct applications to Deakin for Trimester 2 2025 close 22 June 2025
Direct applications to Deakin for Trimester 3 2025 close 26 October 2025
Current Deakin Students
To access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook
Save time and money with a double degree
Studying a Bachelor of Commerce and a second degree lets you complete two qualifications at the same time, equipping you with versatile skills, deeper knowledge and a competitive edge. Graduate faster with expertise in two fields, opening more career options and enhancing your value in the job market.
- Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Analytics
- Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Communication
- Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of International Studies/Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Nutrition Science/Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Commerce
Course information
- Award granted
Bachelor of Commerce
- Year
2016 course information
- VTAC code
- 1400411331 - Waterfront (Geelong), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
1400414511 - Waterfront (Geelong), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
1400514511 - Burwood (Melbourne), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
1400614511 - Online, Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
1400711331 - Warrnambool, Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
1400714511 - Warrnambool, Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
9190110102 - Burwood (Melbourne), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
9190110162 - Burwood (Melbourne), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS)
9190210162 - Waterfront (Geelong), Commonwealth Supported Place (HECS) - Deakin code
- M300
- CRICOS code?
- 001838A Burwood (Melbourne), Waterfront (Geelong), Warrnambool
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Deakin Learning Centre course codes
Students who wish to study this course at the Deakin Learning Centres, must enrol into the following course codes:
Hume Global Learning Centre-Craigieburn - course code M300CR
Deakin Learning Centre Dandenong - course code M300DA
Werribee Learning Centre - course code M300WE
Course structure
To complete the Bachelor of Commerce students must attain 24 credit points. The 24 credit points include 8 core units, 8 units from a major (you will be required to complete at least one major), one zero credit point induction unit and 8 elective units (you may choose to undertake another 8 unit major). Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake 2 trimesters each year.
Core units
Major sequences
Refer to the details of each major sequence for availability.
All students in the Bachelor of Commerce are required to complete at least one major sequence chosen from the following:
- Accounting^
- Business Analytics
- Commercial Law
- Economics
- Finance
- Financial Planning^
- Human Resource Management
- International Trade
- Management
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
^ M300 Bachelor of Commerce is the recommended pathway to qualify for membership of professional organisations.
Elective units
Students may choose up to eight credit points of electives. These may constitute a second commerce major, or a major available in another Faculty (provided any prerequisites can be met), or a combination of units (again pre-requisites allowing) chosen by the student.
These may include the following Work Integrated Learning (WIL) units and general elective units offered by the Faculty which are specifically designed to enhance a student’s experience of the workplace:
Other elective unit:
~ new unit offered as part of the course structure from Trimester 3 2016
Intakes by location
The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.
Trimester 1 - March
- Start date: March
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
- Waterfront (Geelong)
- Warrnambool*
- Cloud (online)
Or
Offered at Deakin Learning Centres:
- Hume Global Learning Centre Craigieburn
- Deakin Learning Centre Dandenong
- Werribee Learning Centre
Trimester 2 - July
- Start date: July
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
- Waterfront (Geelong)
- Warrnambool*
- Cloud (online)
Or
Offered at Deakin Learning Centres:
- Hume Global Learning Centre Craigieburn
- Deakin Learning Centre Dandenong
- Werribee Learning Centre
Trimester 3 - November
- Start date: November
- Available at:
- Burwood (Melbourne)
- Waterfront (Geelong)
- Cloud (online)
* Not all major sequences are available via Campus study at Warrnambool. Students undertaking units in major sequences that are not available in Campus mode may enrol in units offered in Cloud (online) mode.
Deakin splits the academic year into three terms, known as trimesters. Most students usually undertake two trimesters each year (March-June, July-November).
Unit selection
Students admitted to the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) will be given advice on unit selection, however students must take responsibility for planning their own studies within the course structure and course rules.
Part-time studies
Part-time study is available via Campus and Cloud (online) mode. Part-time study refers to academic workload, not mode of study.
Workload
As a student in the Faculty of Business and Law, you can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Entry requirements
Recognition of prior learning
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
Fees and scholarships
Fee information
Learn more about fees.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
Under the present legislation, a Commonwealth supported place is one for which the University receives some Government funding. Students enrolled in these places are required to contribute part of their course costs. To be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place you must be an Australian citizen, or New Zealand citizen or holder of a permanent visa who will be residing in Australia for the duration of your study.
Full-fee paying place
A full-fee paying place is one which the University does not receive any Government funding. Students enrolled in these places contribute the full cost of their course. Domestic full-fee paying places are available to Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of a permanent visa.
Fee information for all domestic students
The Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or the full fee paying annual indicative course fee shown in the table above is provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2015, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking full-time study within the specified discipline. The actual fees charged by Deakin University, will depend on the individual unit discipline and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2016 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
The fees per unit/credit point may be otherwise subject to an annual increase due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
This information is provided as a guide only. No representation is made that the information provided is current or accurate. Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on indicative course fee to calculate the total future cost of their course. Applicants can email enquire@deakin.edu.au for more information about 2016 fees.
Study Load and unit fee
Eight credit points is considered a standard full time load for one year, which equals one Equivalent Full Time Study Load - EFTSL. You can find the unit fee, credit point and EFTSL value for each unit by looking up your units in the Handbook Unit Search.
Fee payment assistance
Australian citizens or holders of a permanent humanitarian visa, enrolling in a CSP or full-fee paying place, may be eligible for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP respectively. For more information about HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP visit the Study Assist website.
Scholarship options
A Deakin scholarship could help you pay for your course fees, living costs and study materials. If you've got something special to offer Deakin - or maybe you just need a bit of extra support - we've got a scholarship opportunity for you. Search or browse through our scholarships
Apply now
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To apply, create an account in the Deakin Application Portal, enter your personal details and education experience, upload supporting documents and submit. Need help? Play this video, or contact one of our friendly future student advisers on 1800 693 888 or submit an online enquiry.
Pathways
View pathways into the Bachelor of Commerce with our pathways finder.
Further study options
Contact information
Faculty of Business and Law - student advisers
Tel 03 9244 6555
Email buslaw@deakin.edu.au
Careers
Want a degree that’s more than just a qualification? Our industry connections, world-class facilities and practical approach to learning are just some of the reasons why Deakin students graduate confident and ready to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow.
Career outcomes
There are employment opportunities for Bachelor of Commerce graduates in virtually every area of business and government – in Australia and overseas. Potential careers include becoming a professional accountant, IT and systems professional, economist, financial planner, human resources manager, social and economic policy developer, international trade officer and marketing assistant/manager. As this is a very broad course there are further possibilities in other professions especially if taken with further study.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Commerce can lead to accreditation with many professional bodies, such as the Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) Program of CPA Australia, entry into the CA program of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Institute of Public Accountants, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Economics Society of Australia, providing you meet the specified requirements within the course.
Eligibility may also depend on work place experience and students are advised to consult the professional body.
To check your eligibility for entry to the CA Program of the ICAA click here.
To check your eligibility for entry to the CPA Program of CPA Australia click here.
To check your eligibility for entry to the IPA Program of the Institute of Public Accountants click here.
Details are also available from Faculty Enrolment Officers, who can assist you with course planning.
Course learning outcomes
Deakin's graduate learning outcomes describe the knowledge and capabilities graduates can demonstrate at the completion of their course. These outcomes mean that regardless of the Deakin course you undertake, you can rest assured your degree will teach you the skills and professional attributes that employers value. They'll set you up to learn and work effectively in the future.
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
| Discipline Specific knowledge and capabilities | Apply a broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge of commerce and its applications |
| Communication | Communicate commerce concepts and information effectively including in oral, written and visual forms in a cohesive and understandable manner to academic audiences, business professionals and laypersons. |
| Digital Literacy | Use technologies to Identify, locate, evaluate, synthesise and disseminate and communicate information in the field of commerce. |
| Critical thinking | Evaluate and critically analyse academic, professional and business information and values. |
| Problem Solving | Identify solutions to a diverse range of authentic problems in commerce. |
| Self-management | Take personal responsibility for actions, self- reflect and critique own performance and identify and plan future professional development. |
| Teamwork | Interact and collaborate with others from a range of disciplines and backgrounds. |
| Global Citizenship | Engage effectively in different environments and contexts reflecting social, sustainable, ethical, economic, and global perspectives in the field of commerce. |
| Approved by Faculty Board October 2014 |
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I learnt so much about the corporate world and studying overseas was single handedly the most amazing, educating and broadening experience of my life.
Taylar Farquhar
Bachelor of Commerce
Footnotes
**Graduate Outcomes Survey 2018
+ Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our list of media references.
++Some courses have limited places, apply early to avoid missing out.