Degree Transfer Commerce at the University of Newcastle College of International Education (CIE) is a pathway program for international students who want to progress into Year 2 of selected University of Newcastle commerce degrees. The program follows the same curriculum as Year 1 of the Bachelor of Commerce and adds Academic English study to strengthen students’ academic communication and university-study skills.

Key benefits include:

• Direct pathway to Year 2 of selected University of Newcastle commerce degrees after successful completion.
• Curriculum aligned with Year 1 of the Bachelor of Commerce.
• Academic English A and Academic English B integrated into the program.
• Development of practical commerce, accounting, economics, finance, management and business decision-making knowledge.
• Exposure to international case studies and cross-cultural learning.
• Opportunities to develop job-ready skills and benefit from the University’s connections with the local business community.
• Study in Newcastle City Centre, close to the University’s $100 million Business School facilities.
• Eligible students progressing to a University of Newcastle degree can receive the 20% per-year UON Progression Scholarship, subject to the scholarship conditions.

Programme Structure and Subjects / Topics

The current Degree Transfer Commerce program contains 10 core courses:

• ACFI1001 Accounting for Decision Makers
• ACFI1002 Accounting Practice
• ACFI1003 Introduction to Finance
• ECON1001 Microeconomics for Business Decisions
• ECON1002 Macroeconomics in the Global Economy
• LEGL1001 Foundations of Law
• MNGT1001 Introduction to Management
• Academic English A
• Academic English B
• STAT1060 Business Decision Making

The curriculum therefore covers:

• Accounting principles and accounting decision-making
• Accounting practice
• Finance
• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Commercial/legal foundations
• Management
• Academic English and communication
• Statistics and quantitative business decision-making

Disciplines / Specialisations

Degree Transfer Commerce itself does not have separate specialisations. Instead, it provides the first-year commerce foundation required for progression into selected Year 2 University of Newcastle degrees and majors.

The current CIE programme page lists these progression options:

• 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

Programme Highlights

• CRICOS code: 104606E.
• 2-semester, 12-month pathway.
• 10 core courses.
• Current 2026 tuition fee: AUD 34,800.
• Study location: Newcastle City Campus (NUspace).
• Curriculum equivalent to Year 1 of the Bachelor of Commerce.
• Direct progression to Year 2 of selected commerce/business degrees after successful completion.
• Core study in accounting, finance, economics, law, management, statistics and academic English.
• Exposure to international case studies and cross-cultural learning.
• Access to the Newcastle City campus environment and proximity to the University Business School.
• Business and Economics ranked in the top 175 worldwide in the Times Higher Education Subject Rankings 2024, as stated on the current CIE programme page.
• The University of Newcastle's CIE courses are registered with the University and accredited by TEQSA.

Career Outcomes

Degree Transfer Commerce is a pathway rather than a standalone professional bachelor's qualification, so it does not itself provide a separate graduate career outcome.

Students progress into the second year of an eligible bachelor's degree, such as:

• 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.

Depending on the subsequent degree and major, graduates can pursue careers in areas such as:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Economics
• Business analysis
• Commercial management
• Business operations
• Financial services
• Business consulting
• Corporate and management roles

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

The current live CIE programme page identifies the following latest programme information:

• 2026 program fee: AUD 34,800.
• Duration: 2 semesters/12 months.
• 10 courses.
• January, August and September intakes.
• September intake is restricted to pathways where the University program has a mid-year intake.
• CRICOS code: 104606E.
• Study location: Newcastle City Campus (NUspace).

International Student Visa Requirements

International students normally require an Australian Student visa (subclass 500) to study Degree Transfer Commerce in Australia.

The Australian Department of Home Affairs currently states that Student visa applicants must, among other requirements:

• Be enrolled in an eligible Australian course.
• Hold a valid Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) when the visa is decided.
• Maintain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), unless an exemption applies.
• Meet the Genuine Student requirement.
• Meet applicable health and character requirements.
• Provide financial-capacity evidence when requested.
• Comply with all visa conditions.