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'When deciding where to study, I did a lot of research and I even called a few of my dream potential employers. They shared how QUT graduates were so prepared for the real world and had great practical skills. Once I had heard everybody’s feedback, I knew it had to be QUT.'
Develop your technical and problem-solving skills
My course at QUT was developed in consultation with industry and it provided many practical and real-world learning opportunities. This allowed me to develop my technical and problem-solving skills, which helped me pursue a career in financial planning in an ever-changing and dynamic environment.
The best in business
'When deciding where to study, I did a lot of research and I even called a few of my dream potential employers. They shared how QUT graduates were so prepared for the real world and had great practical skills. Once I had heard everybody’s feedback, I knew it had to be QUT.'
Highlights
- Graduate with a degree accredited by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority recognised by the Federal Treasury*.
- Develop skills and knowledgeable in the fields of investment taxation, superannuation, insurance, and estate planning.
- Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in critical thinking, professional communication, teamwork, and financial planning technology.
- Learn about the legal framework and regulation of financial markets in Australia, including securities, managed funds, financial instruments, and the role of regulators.
- Be taught by expert academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
- Gain practical experience working with consultancies, government, corporate settings, and/or community groups through QUT's Work integrated learning (WIL) unit.
- Meet the requirements for membership with the Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA).
*- As of January 1st, 2022, the responsibilities of the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) have been, in part, taken over by the Federal Treasury.
Highlights
- Graduate with a degree accredited by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority recognised by the Federal Treasury*.
- Develop skills and knowledgeable in the fields of investment taxation, superannuation, insurance, and estate planning.
- Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in critical thinking, professional communication, teamwork, and financial planning technology.
- Learn about the legal framework and regulation of financial markets in Australia, including securities, managed funds, financial instruments, and the role of regulators.
- Be taught by expert academics and industry leaders who bring valuable real-world experience to the classroom.
- Gain practical experience working with consultancies, government, corporate settings, and/or community groups through QUT's Work integrated learning (WIL) unit.
- Meet the requirements for membership with the Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA).
*- As of January 1st, 2022, the responsibilities of the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) have been, in part, taken over by the Federal Treasury.
Explore this course
Are you someone who enjoys working with people and is passionate about helping others achieve their goals? If so, a career in financial planning might be the perfect fit for you. As a financial adviser, every day you will collaborate with individuals, businesses, and organisations, helping them manage their financial matters and meet their financial goals.
In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of finance, investment, taxation law, superannuation, and retirement planning. From there, you will explore more advanced subjects, including insurance, risk, management and estate planning, financial services and law and personal financial planning.
You'll also gain valuable hands-on experience navigating and operating widely used financial software such as XPlan. Guided by industry experts, you'll learn how to gather and analyse information to manage finances effectively, evaluate risk, and assess performance and value.
QUT's Financial Planning course is designed in collaboration with industry partners, with an emphasis on real-world learning. Throughout your studies, you will hear from many prominent financial planning professionals ranging from CEOs of leading finance associations to local and international financial advisers from a variety of industries.
As part of our Work Integrated Learning program, you'll also have the opportunity to complete professional work placements in consultancies, corporate settings, government, and community groups. This will allow you to build on what you've studied in class while also helping you develop the transferable skills and essential work experience you need to enter the workforce confidently.
The Financial Advisers Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) has approved QUT’s financial planning major as meeting the minimum education requirement to be a financial planner. The financial planning major will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and recognised qualification to practise as a qualified financial adviser.
Additionally, students enrolled in this course are eligible for free membership of the Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA), providing them with invaluable access to career networking events and professional resources and graduates will qualify for the FAAA’s Certified Financial Planner® Certification Program.
Careers and outcomes
Financial planning is a dynamic and broad industry that offers many career opportunities in financial advising, wealth creation, investment management, insurance planning, estate planning, debt resolution and risk management.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Business (Financial Planning) has received approval from the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA)* and provides the necessary educational qualifications to practice as a financial planner in accordance with Australia's new regulations.
*- As of January 1st, 2022, the responsibilities of the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) have been taken over by the Federal Treasury.
Possible careers
- Financial planner
- Investment manager
- Paraplanner
- Private client advisor
- Risk insurance advisor
- Stockbroker
- Superannuation advisor
- Wealth management consultant
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 70.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2024.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- BS05
- QTAC code
- 413021
- CRICOS code
- 003491G
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- Online
- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 3 years full-time
- 6 years part-time
- 3 years full-time
- February and July
- February, July and November
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Year 12 early offer scheme
If you're a current Queensland Year 12 student, you may be eligible to receive an offer for this course on the last day of Queensland Year 12, before receiving your ATAR or selection rank.
Find out more about the QUT Year 12 Early Offer Scheme
Helping you to get into your course
If you don't think your ATAR or selection rank is high enough to get into this course, you can guarantee your entry with guaranteed advanced standing by upgrading through one the following programs which you can select as one of your QTAC preferences:
QUT College Diplomas
As a QUT College Diploma in Business, Entrepreneurship (business pathway), or Esports (business pathway) graduate you will automatically receive an offer to start the Bachelor of Business within one week after completion of the diploma. You will also automatically receive up to 1.0 year (96 credit points) credit transfer and be able to complete the degree in 2 years as a full-time student (or equivalent part-time).
Find out more about the QUT College Diploma in Business
Find out more about the QUT College Diploma in Entrepreneurship
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 70.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2024
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
98.40
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Selection rank
99.95
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
81.05
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Selection rank
82.95
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
63.30
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Selection rank
70.05
|
You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
I completed my studies outside of Australia
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Assumed knowledge
- General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
You must have achieved this study at a level comparable to Australian Year 12 or in recognised post-secondary studies.
I completed secondary school in Australia
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)
- ATAR/selection rank
- 70.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 70.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $17,300 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $35,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $16,300 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $33,700 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
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- Scholarship eligibility
- Sporting excellence
QUT Budding Entrepreneur Scholarship
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- Scholarship eligibility
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