College Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40217)

Program overview

College Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40217) is a certificate program in business and management at Education Training & Employment Australia (ETEA) - South Australia (Adelaide), a private institution in Norwood, South Australia, Australia.

First-year tuition is listed at 11,700 AUD and the application fee at 250 AUD. The earliest intake currently open is Apr 2027.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 41,660 AUD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. The visa application charge and the living-cost figure are set by the government and have changed in recent years. Tuition varies widely by provider and course. Use the Home Affairs pages for the current visa charge and funds requirement.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

How the tuition compares in Australia

Our directory lists 90 certificate programs in business and management at 27 schools in Australia. Their median first-year tuition is 6,450 AUD, and the middle half cost between 5,300 AUD and 8,500 AUD.

At 11,700 AUD, College Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40217) is 81% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. The full range runs from 2,600 AUD to 36,500 AUD.

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Plan for the Apr 2027 intake

Working back from a Apr 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. The main intakes are February or March and July, with some providers adding more. Plan your application several months ahead.

Entry requirements and documents

Education Training & Employment Australia (ETEA) - South Australia (Adelaide) sets the exact entry requirements for College Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40217). For a certificate, applicants usually need the following.

Providers and the visa accept a range of tests such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE Academic, with minimums that depend on the course and provider.

• Your most recent academic transcripts and certificates.
• A statement of purpose.
• References, and a CV where work experience is relevant.
• A valid passport.
• English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Student visa (subclass 500)

Students from India need a Student visa (subclass 500) to study in Australia. Department of Home Affairs decides the application.

The subclass 500 visa requires an enrolment at a registered provider, health cover for the stay and evidence that you are a genuine student with enough money. Policy settings for international students have changed often, so use the Home Affairs pages as the source of truth.

• Choose a course at a provider registered for international students and apply for admission.
• Accept the offer, pay the required deposit and receive the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
• Arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the stay.
• Prepare the genuine student statement, financial evidence, English evidence and identity documents, then apply online.

• Study in Australia: full visa guide
• Home Affairs: Student visa (subclass 500)
• Home Affairs: Temporary Graduate visa (485)

After you graduate

Eligible graduates may apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). Eligibility depends on the qualification, the visa stream and age limits, and settings have changed, so read the current requirements.

How to apply with Study Spectra

• Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
• We check your profile against College Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40217) and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
• We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
• When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for College Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40217)?

First-year tuition is listed at 11,700 AUD. Living costs are extra; Education Training & Employment Australia (ETEA) - South Australia (Adelaide) estimates 29,710 AUD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

The application fee is 250 AUD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Apr 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is College Certificate IV - Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40217) a degree?

It is listed as a certificate. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.

Which visa do I need to study in Australia?

You need a Student visa (subclass 500), decided by Department of Home Affairs. Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Education Training & Employment Australia (ETEA) - South Australia (Adelaide), then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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