Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Dalyell Scholars)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Dalyell Scholars) program at the University of Sydney is a highly selective program designed for exceptional students with an ATAR of 98 or equivalent. The program aims to nurture future leaders through exclusive units, enrichment opportunities, and collaboration with world influencers. Graduates have access to various employment opportunities in fields such as accounting, finance, and consulting, and are supported by the university's triple-accredited Business School and award-winning employability programs.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Dalyell Scholars) program at the University of Sydney is designed for high-achieving students with an ATAR of 98 or equivalent. The program aims to nurture future leaders who are ready to create innovative solutions and disrupt the world for good. The Dalyell Scholars program offers exclusive units and a suite of enrichment opportunities, including:

• Masterclasses
• Events
• Units of study
• Competitions
Students will have the opportunity to collaborate and network with like-minded world influencers.

Outline:

Course Structure:

• Duration: 4 years full-time (available part-time)
• Location: Camperdown/Darlington University of Sydney
• Study mode: Face-to-face
• Credit points: 192 total

Core Units:

• Future of Business: This unit is designed to prepare students for the contemporary workforce, equipping them with leadership and entrepreneurial skills, as well as the tools to develop a global mindset.
• Leading and Influencing in Business: This unit focuses on developing leadership and influencing skills, helping students to navigate the business world effectively.

Majors:

• Students must choose two majors, with at least one major from the range of business subject areas.
• The second major can be chosen from business subject areas or from the shared pool of majors and minors across the university.

Advanced Studies:

• In the final year, students undertake advanced coursework to enhance their leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• This includes challenging coursework and a substantial real-world project, which can be completed individually or in collaboration with other students.
• Students who meet the relevant admissions requirements can apply for an appended honours degree after completing three years of undergraduate study.

Dalyell Scholars Program:

• Students will complete distinctive Dalyell units of study with other high achievers.
• They will also have access to enrichment opportunities, including:
• Exclusive research and entrepreneurship programs
• Direct access to industry-based project learning
• Tailored mentoring and professional skills development
• International experiences to develop a global perspective
• Acceleration to master's level study

Careers:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Dalyell Scholars) program have many employment opportunities in various fields, including:

• Accountant
• Business analyst
• Corporate/government relations officer
• Economist
• Entrepreneur
• Enterprise architect
• Financial dealer and broker
• Human resources specialist
• International business consultant
• Investment banker
• Management consultant
• Marketing executive
• Policy adviser
• Project manager
• Advertising and market research executive

Other:

The University of Sydney Business School is triple accredited, placing it in the top 1% of business schools in the world. The University of Sydney is ranked equal 2nd in Australia and among the top 20 universities in the world (QS 2024). The university has a dedicated careers office and award-winning employability and industry placement programs to help students develop valuable skills, build global networks, and gain real-world experience. The University of Sydney Business School is the only business school in Australia to be a member of the prestigious CEMS global network of business schools.