The College of International Education (CIE) is the official pathway provider for the University of Newcastle (UoN) in Australia. CIE offers a range of programs — including Degree Transfer pathways that are equivalent to the first year of a bachelor’s degree. Successful completion allows students to enter directly into Year 2 of a corresponding UoN degree without having to sit further English tests (e.g., IELTS) for progression.

 

The Degree Transfer Commerce program is tailored for students who want a strong foundation in commerce and are looking to progress to second year of a Bachelor of Commerce (or related combined degrees) at the University of Newcastle.

 

Why Study Degree Transfer Commerce?

• Equivalent to Year 1 of Bachelor of Commerce at UoN — so you save time compared to direct entry from Year 12.
• Smooth progression: Successful graduates continue into Year 2 of selected commerce and business degrees.
• Academic and English preparation embedded in the curriculum, including academic English courses.
• Industry-relevant curriculum: You study core accounting, economics, law, management and statistics subjects that build job-ready skills.
• City campus experience: Classes are located at NUspace, a modern Newcastle City Campus — close to the main UoN facilities, with light rail access and university shuttle buses.
• Recognition and ranking: Business and economics at the University of Newcastle are highly ranked globally, within the top ~175 in THE subject rankings.

 

Subjects & Programme Structure

The Degree Transfer Commerce program mirrors Year 1 of a Bachelor of Commerce and includes ten core academic units.

Core Academic Courses

1. ACFI1001 Accounting for Decision Makers

2. ACFI1002 Accounting Practice

3. ACFI1003 Introduction to Finance

4. ECON1001 Microeconomics for Business Decisions

5. ECON1002 Macroeconomics in the Global Economy

6. LEGL1001 Foundations of Law

7. MNGT1001 Introduction to Management

8. Academic English A

9. Academic English B

10. STAT1060 Business Decision Making

These subjects give you a strong foundation in financial, legal, economic, managerial and statistical principles used in commerce and business.

 

Disciplines or Specialisations Offered

Upon successful completion, you may progress into Year 2 of the following UoN degrees:

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
• Bachelor of Commerce (Economics)
• Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)
• Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Analytics

 

Highlights & Benefits

• You study the same curriculum as Year 1 at the University of Newcastle with extra academic English support. Newcastle PROD
• Strong focus on job-ready skills and ties to local and global business contexts.
• Access to university facilities and services (libraries, career support, student clubs).
• Direct progression to Year 2 of your degree — no additional English test required if successfully completed.
• The city campus is modern and well connected (light rail, shuttle buses to main campus).

 

Career Outcomes

Completing the Degree Transfer Commerce program followed by a full commerce degree prepares you for careers in:

• Accounting and Finance
• Economics and Business Analysis
• Management and Leadership
• Business Analytics and Consulting
• Economic Policy and Research

 

Visa Requirements

International students must obtain an Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500) to study the full-time Degree Transfer Commerce program. Requirements typically include:

• Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from CIE
• Proof of financial capacity (tuition + living costs)
• OSHC
• Valid passport and academic documents

 

Latest Updates & Special Notes

• The program runs with multiple intakes per year (e.g., January/February, July/August, September).
• CIE’s Degree Transfer and Degree Transfer Extended options offer flexibility for students with different preparation needs.
• If you don’t meet entry requirements, you may also consider the Degree Transfer Extended – Commerce pathway which includes a bridging trimester.