The Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting at NWU's Vanderbijlpark campus is a three-year degree that provides a solid grounding in financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, and auditing within the South African regulatory and business framework. Students develop the technical competencies and professional foundation needed for careers in corporate finance, public sector accounting, and the broader financial services sector. The degree is positioned as an accessible entry point into accounting studies, with a lower APS requirement than the Chartered Accountancy stream, making it suitable for students who wish to build their accounting career through professional certification pathways such as SAIPA or SAICA bridging programmes. Graduates are equipped for a range of accounting and finance support roles across South African industry.
Mathematics: Level 3 (40-49%)
English: Level 4 (50-59%)
APS: 24
Junior Accountant – Prepare financial statements, reconciliations, and tax submissions for South African SMEs, corporates, or public sector entities under supervision of a registered accountant.
Bookkeeper – Maintain accurate financial records, process invoices, and manage debtors and creditors for South African businesses using accounting systems such as Pastel or Xero.
Payroll Administrator – Process employee payroll, calculate PAYE, UIF, and SDL, and ensure compliance with South African Revenue Service (SARS) requirements for South African employers.
Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk – Manage invoice processing, debtor follow-up, and creditor payments within South African finance departments across retail, manufacturing, or services sectors.
Financial Administrator – Coordinate budgeting, expense reporting, and financial record-keeping for South African government departments, NGOs, or private companies.
