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Stellenbosch University

School of Accountancy

The School of Accountancy, established in 1925, is a cornerstone of academic excellence at Stellenbosch University. With over 90 dedicated staff members and over 3,800 undergraduate and postgraduate students, we are the largest academic unit in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences. 
 

We prepare students for professional accounting certifications, including South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Known for our excellent pass rates in professional examinations, our graduates consistently rank among the best nationally. Committed to research, teaching and social impact, we are shaping future accountants and leaders through a transformative and inclusive learning environment. 
 

Contact us
+27 21 808 3428

BAccHons/ PGDA enquiries
+27 21 808 3845 
[email protected]

Chartered Accountants (CA(SA)) 
+27 21 808 3846

Chartered Management Accountants (CIMA)
+27 21 808 3470

Certified Accountants (ACCA)
+27 21 808 3422

BCom degrees
+27 21 808 3422

Physical address
Van der Sterr Building
Bosman Street
Stellenbosch
 

“Renowned for our outstanding pass rates in professional exams, our graduates consistently rank among the best nationally.”

Our Programmes

BAcc (Chartered Accountant)

Prepares students for SAICA’s Chartered Accountant qualification, fostering critical thinking and professional ethics.

BCom Financial Accounting (ACCA)

Offers exemption from nine ACCA exams, equipping students with global financial management skills.

BCom Management Accounting (CIMA)

Provides a strategic and financial management foundation, leading to exemptions from CIMA exams.

Thuthuka Bursary Programme

The Thuthuka programme is the transformation project of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), aimed at motivating previously disadvantaged learners to pursue a career as Chartered Accountants (CA's).

Postgraduate programmes

BAcc Hons/PGDA (Chartered Accountant)

Designed to prepare graduates for SAICA’s professional examinations with a strong integration of core accounting disciplines.

BCom Hons (Management Accounting)

It focuses on strategic decision-making, risk management and preparing students for CIMA’s final exams.

MCom/MAcc (Taxation)

Develops tax law interpretation and consulting expertise through a research or lectured pathway.

MCom (Computer Auditing)

Equips students to address IT governance and assurance challenges in modern business environments.

PhD (Accounting)

Supports advanced research in Auditing, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting and Taxation, contributing to academic and professional knowledge.