Diploma of Commerce at Macquarie University

About

The Diploma of Commerce introduces you to the fundamental concepts of accounting, business statistics, economics, finance, management and marketing.

The diploma is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree. If you successfully complete the diploma and meet the entry requirements, you can progress directly into the second year of the following degrees without losing any time, as you’ll receive credit for the units you complete in the diploma: Bachelor of Actuarial Studies, Bachelor of Applied Finance, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Economics, Bachelor of Professional Accounting.

You may need to undertake a mathematics diagnostic test at the beginning of your diploma. Depending on the outcome, we may recommend that you complete a mathematics module, which may increase the time it takes to complete your diploma.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

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looking to start my course in

2026
2025

Simple steps to entry at Macquarie

Meet the academic requirements

Meet the minimum English language requirements

Academic requirements

International selection rank: 60

The selection rank is based on the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). It determines the minimum eligibility requirements for entry to Macquarie.

What is an International selection Rank?

Your home country score is converted into an Australian selection rank. Our qualification converter tool can help you calculate the minimum score you need for your entry.

How do I know if my qualification is recognised?

Macquarie University recognises a range of international academic qualifications for direct entry to our courses, including:

What if I don’t meet the academic requirements?

You may still qualify for admission under our International Academic Entry Program (IAEP), which considers your overall performance and your results in specific subjects relevant to your selected studies.

Entry pathways into Macquarie

We also offer foundation programs, undergraduate certificates and diplomas through the Macquarie University College that will prepare you for a seamless transition into a bachelor degree.

International qualification converter

If you’re unsure about your qualification, you can submit an application and our admissions team will assess it. If you don’t qualify for direct entry, you’ll be considered for a packaged offer with a suitable pathway program from the Macquarie University International College.

The information on this page is for guidance only and is subject to change.

English language requirements

All Macquarie University applicants are required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. The standard of English required for entry is based on the IELTS Academic test. Other accepted evidence of English proficiency, including minimum scores on other English tests and qualifications, can be checked using the conversion tool.

The required standard of English for entry is:

The required standard of English

IELTS band

Minimum score required

Overall

6

Reading

5.5

Writing

5.5

Listening

5.5

Speaking

5.5

You may also satisfy the English language requirements by:

passing an approved English language test at the required level
holding a qualification from an approved country with English as the language of instruction
completing an approved high school qualification or foundation program with study in English
completing an approved English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.

What if I don't meet the requirements?

If you don’t meet the English requirements for your course, you may be issued an offer of study that includes an English preparation program at the Macquarie University English Language Centre (ELC). If you receive a packaged offer, you can apply for a single student visa covering both your English preparation program and your course.

The length of your English program will depend on your current English level and the minimum English requirements for your course. Our admissions team will be able to recommend the number of weeks required when you submit your application.

What English language tests are approved?

We accept the IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT (internet-based), Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic, Cambridge English Qualifications (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency), and the Occupational English Test (OET).

English language qualification convertor

English Test
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program
Foundation program
High school English subject
Other evidence
Qualification from an English-speaking country

The information on this page is for guidance only and is subject to change.

Additional information and requirements

Admission requirements

Year 12 (or equivalent) qualification with a minimum Selection Rank of 60

or

HSC (or interstate) board exam with minimum average mark* of 60.

International students must be at least 17 years of age at the time of commencement and have a qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12 with an ATAR of 60.

*Other factors including ATAR and other attempted studies are taken into consideration with the average mark. Achieving the average mark does not guarantee an offer. Only relevant State Board approved academic subjects are included when reviewing your average. For instance, in the New South Wales HSC, only results from Board Developed courses are considered.

Assumed knowledge

HSC Mathematics Advanced or HSC Mathematics Standard 2, or equivalent. For progression into Bachelor of Actuarial Studies: HSC Mathematics Advanced (Band 3) or equivalent is required to enrol in the core mathematics unit.

Recommended studies

For progression to actuarial studies degrees: HSC Mathematics Advanced (Band 4) or HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or 2, or equivalent.

Inherent requirements

To be eligible to graduate from your degree, you must satisfy the inherent requirements – essential activities, capacities and academic requisites – of your degree.

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Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

If you’ve completed prior study at diploma level or higher, you may be eligible for credit towards your degree.

Your prior learning may consist of:

formal learning (post-secondary study)
informal and non-formal learning (work and life experience).

Learn more about RPL

Note:

Satisfying the admission criteria does not guarantee you a place in this degree.

Career

Acquire and demonstrate fundamental key concepts and principles in the area of commerce such as accounting, finance, management, economics, marketing, and statistics.

Acquire and use fundamental technical skills and tools, and appropriate techniques to analyse data to solve a diverse range of business problems.

Demonstrate oral and written communication skills through teamwork and a range of activities, such as presentations, report writing, active engagement and other assessment tasks.

Demonstrate academic integrity and apply teamwork knowledge and skills for effective collaboration and engagement.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 37,900

Application Fee

AUD

Diploma of Commerce

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