INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS 2011
UNDERGRADUATE
www.scu.edu.au/international
CRICOS Provider Nos: NSW 01241G, QLD 03135E, WA 02621K
54,960
56,320
56,320
28,160
53,760
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Graduate Entry)
52,800
Arts & Sciences
51,600
50,400
24,000
Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies)
Bachelor of Business Administration 1
41,400
42,600
42,600
41,400
Bachelor of Business
14,200–21,300
13,800–20,700
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28,400
Bachelor of Applied Computing (8–12 units)
BACHELOR DEGREES
27,600
Associate Degree of Information Technology
ASSOCIATE DEGREES
Bachelor of Visual Arts
46,080
44,880
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Bachelor of Trauma and Healing
56,208
55,008
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
46,800
45,600
Bachelor of Social Science 1
20,320
51,600
Bachelor of Nursing
51,600
Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours
50,400
Bachelor of Media
54,960
60,960
53,760
Bachelor of Marine Science and Management
46,080
Bachelor of Psychological Science
44,880
Bachelor of Indigenous Studies
73,280
74,944
71,680
Bachelor of Forest Science and Management
56,208
57,920
57,920
51,600
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For further information on SCU courses at
Associated Providers, SCBIT and ASTHM,
including information on fees, and majors and
Requests to undertake the Study Abroad
program at Coffs Harbour, Tweed Heads and
Gold Coast campuses will also be considered
The Hotel School Sydney students pay an
administration fee of $1,000 and $550 for the
orientation program.
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to this course, e.g. portfolio.
See course entry for location of course majors.
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Students are also required to pay Overseas Student
Health Cover in advance for the duration of their stay.
In some courses, including those in the
Environmental, Forest and Marine Science areas,
field trips are an additional cost, which varies
depending on duration and location.
In addition to tuition fees students will be required
to pay for such items as textbooks, stationery,
photocopying, printing, postage, telephone calls,
USB drives, calculator and study implements at an
estimated cost of A$840–A$1050 per year.
Fees are correct at time of printing. 2010 fees apply
for the normal duration of a course commenced in
2010. 2011 fees apply for the normal duration of a
course commenced in 2011.
courses
& fees
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
55,008
Bachelor of Exercise Science and Nutrition
Bachelor of Environmental Science
28,960
50,400
Bachelor of Contemporary Music
1
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Bachelor of Clinical Sciences
55,200
45,600
Bachelor of Arts 1
46,800
18,736
18,336
Diploma of Sport Management (Surfing Studies)
BACHELOR DEGREES
15,360
31,200
Fees (A$)
Fees (A$)
2011 Comm.
Course Tuition
2010 Comm.
Course Tuition
Diploma of Community Recovery
DIPLOMA
Associate Degree of Creative Writing
ASSOCIATE DEGREES
Program
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Double Degrees
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52,500
42,600
41,400
65,600
36,000
41,400
Bachelor of Laws – Undergraduate entry
Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies
Bachelor of Sport Tourism Management
82,000
62,100
82,000
82,000
82,000
65,600
84,000
82,000
82,000
82,000
65,600
84,000
62,240
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Contemporary Music /Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Indigenous Studies/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Social Science/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Visual Arts /Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Undergraduate unit fee
(fees vary from Faculty to Faculty)
1,725 1,800
16,400
Year (2 sessions) Abroad
MISCELLANEOUS UNIT FEE
8,200
Session Abroad
STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM
2
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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
DOUBLE DEGREES
49,200
Bachelor of Laws – Graduate entry
1,800 –
1,825
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TBA
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86,000
67,200
84,000
84,000
84,000
86,000
67,200
84,000
84,000
84,000
63,900
84,000
58,720
42,600
37,200
67,200
50,400
42,600
41,400
Bachelor of Environmental Tourism Management
Bachelor of Information Technology
42,600
41,400
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
1
42,600
Bachelor of Business in International Tourism Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
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42,600
41,400
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
42,600
41,400
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
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Telephone: 61-2-6620 3876
Facsimile: 61-2-6620 3227
Email General enquiries: intoff@scu.edu.au
Electronic Applications (other than China):
int.apps@scu.edu.au
Electronic Applications (from China):
china.int.apps@scu.edu.au
Agent enquiries: agents@scu.edu.au
Web: www.scu.edu.au
CRICOS Provider Nos:
NSW 01241G, QLD 03135E, WA 02621K
International Office
Southern Cross University
PO Box 157, Lismore NSW 2480
Australia
For further information on
courses and intakes,
please visit our website at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
3 = Session 3*
Start of Classes – early November
Exams – early Feb
*Limited subject offers
2 = Session 2
Orientation – mid-June
Start of Session – end of June
Exams – end of September
End of Session – mid October
1 = Session 1
Orientation – mid-February
Start of Session – late February
Exams – end of May
End of Session – early June
INTAKES 2010 and 2011
ASTHM = Australian School of Tourism and
Hotel Management
SCBIT = Sydney College of Business and IT
THSS = The Hotel School Sydney
NMSC = National Marine Science Centre,
Coffs Harbour
THR = Tweed Heads Riverside Campus
THL = Tweed Heads Lakeside Campus
GCB = Gold Coast Beachside Campus
CH = Coffs Harbour Campus
L = Lismore Campus
LOCATION
units available, please refer to their websites:
SCBIT: www.scbit.edu.au
ASTHM: www.asthm.com.au
welcome
contents
Fees, Durations, Locations and Intakes
Welcome
Flexible Study
Courses Which Put You in the Workplace
Great Campuses
Accommodation
Associated Providers
Location Map and Distances
Academic Year
Teaching and Assessment
Equipment and Facilities
Student Services and Support
International Exchange Opportunities
Study Abroad Program
Admission Requirements
Pathway Programs
Diploma Programs AUSTRALIA
Diploma Programs OUTSIDE AUSTRALIA
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Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Social Science
Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration
Double Degrees with Business
Associate Degree of Creative Writing
Bachelor of Contemporary Music
Bachelor of Media
Bachelor of Visual Arts
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Graduate Entry)
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined Degrees
Bachelor of Environmental Science
Bachelor of Forest Science and Management
Bachelor of Marine Science and Management
Diploma of Sport Management (Surfing Studies)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Bachelor of Exercise Science and Nutrition
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences
Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours
Diploma of Community Recovery
Bachelor of Indigenous Studies
Bachelor of Trauma and Healing
Associate Degree of Information Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Applied Computing
Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies)
Bachelor of Laws (Undergraduate Entry)
Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)
Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies
Double Degrees with Law
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
Bachelor of Business in International Tourism Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
Bachelor of Environmental Tourism Management
Bachelor of Sport Tourism Management
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Glossary of Uni Terms
International Application Form for Undergraduate Admission
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Consider a new way to think
when choosing where to
study.
Southern Cross University
has a choice of campuses
in some of the best
locations in Australia. From
our new southern Gold
Coast campus, to Lismore
in the Byron Bay hinterland,
and Coffs Harbour on
the Mid North Coast, we
provide an opportunity to
pursue a quality education,
while being immersed in a
unique cultural experience.
International students are encouraged to mix with other students
from different countries and walks of life, and opportunities are
provided to make real community connections.
We are committed to the success of our students, their ability
to generate and apply knowledge, and their capacity to actively
engage in the community to achieve productive outcomes. Such
passion and commitment will support and guide you on your
journey to achieving a valuable and life-changing degree.
You will find that links with industry are an important feature of
our courses, with many combining a strong practical emphasis
including internship placements with a rigorous appreciation of
theory.
The University is named after the constellation of stars that
appears in the night sky of the Southern Hemisphere and that
also appears on the Australian flag. It is a proud and significant
symbol in Australia’s history associated with this country’s move
to establishing its national identity and is a fitting symbol for this
progressive University.
Explore the range of Southern Cross University degrees and
discover a new way to think about undergraduate study.
Professor Peter Lee
Vice Chancellor
Southern Cross University
DISCLAIMER
The information in this publication was correct at time of publishing
(December 2009). Southern Cross University strives to ensure the
accuracy and reliability of the information contained in printed information
distributed by Southern Cross University or information stored on the web
pages of Southern Cross University (Information).
Southern Cross University reserves the right to change or alter at any
time, without notice, any of the information. This includes any information
about courses or units of study offered by Southern Cross University.
Please confirm any information about courses, units of study or fees with
the relevant department.
The information is not intended to convey any offer, promise or guarantee
of a placement within Southern Cross University or any offer or guarantee
that a course or unit will be offered by Southern Cross University in the
future.
To the extent permitted at law, Southern Cross University excludes all
liability (including all losses, damages, costs and expenses of whatever
nature) arising from the use of, or reliance on, any of the information.
flexible study
Learning at Southern Cross University may take
place in traditional lecture theatres or in virtual
classrooms, using state-of-the-art web-based
audio technology. Learning may also involve field
trips, workshops, participation in a summer school
or work experience and internships.
Depending on the course of study, the virtual
environment or e-classroom enables lecturers
to actively engage with students in different
locations and students to talk to each other using
‘interactive learning materials’.
courses which put
you in the workplace
Some Southern Cross University courses can include a paid or unpaid
internship, professional placement, clinical placement or some other type of
hands-on work experience.
Most Southern Cross University undergraduate Tourism and Hospitality
Management courses include industry internships. An attractive option for the
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management at The Hotel School Sydney is an
internship program offered during the first year of the course.
As an elective option within the Business courses, students can complete an
internship with a business firm, which upon successful completion counts as
two units toward their degree.
Our Primary Teaching course includes in-school teaching experiences from the
first year and the new Early Childhood course provides a professional practice
component to ensure students gain experience working with children from birth
to eight years.
Secondary Education students also enjoy extensive in-school teaching
experiences to demonstrate their independent, professional capability as
secondary school teachers.
Contemporary Music students rub shoulders with music industry identities and
are regularly engaged in performance. Visual Arts students have opportunities to
exhibit their works individually or as part of group exhibitions.
Our Nursing course features clinical placements in hospitals, allied health
services and other clinical settings.
Sport and Exercise Science students complete a 3-week internship as part of
their study program with the option of an additional internship, while Exercise
Science and Nutrition, and Sport Management (Surfing Studies) students can
complete 150 hours of industry placement to complement their studies.
Our Environmental and Marine Science and Management degrees offer
internship study to give students on-the-job experience to supplement the
practical skills and theory components of the courses, while Forest Science and
Management students complete 16 weeks of practical workplace experience in
a forestry-related area during their studies.
Law students may also undertake legal experience and professional placement
with legal firms to build their practical legal skills and become familiar with the
many issues that confront legal practitioners.
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great campuses
Lismore
Tweed Heads and Gold Coast
www.scu.edu.au/lismore
www.scu.edu.au/goldcoast
Lismore, located in the Northern Rivers
Queensland’s Gold Coast is Australia’s sixth largest city
region of New South Wales, was aptly
and a major international tourist destination, with long white
named by early European settlers after the
beaches and heritage listed rainforests forming part of its
Scottish Island of Lismore, which means
many attractions. The University’s newest campus is located
“great garden” in Gaelic. The campus
at the southern end of the Gold Coast, adjacent to the Gold
occupies 75 hectares of grounds including
Coast Airport and close to North Kirra Beach. Currently
rainforest walkways and is home to many
the Faculty of Business and Law teaches undergraduate
varieties of Australian flora and fauna.
business, law and tourism management degrees at this
Lismore, and its surrounding villages, has
campus. The foundation building features a student hub,
a population of around 46,000 people. It
a one-stop-shop for student needs, and facilities include a
has a vibrant arts and
library with views of the Pacific Ocean.
All Southern Cross
music scene, and is
The University operates two smaller
close to stunning coastal University campuses are teaching facilities at Tweed Heads, a short
destinations. The city
linked electronically for drive from the Gold Coast campus. SCU
has a domestic airport,
Lakeside at Caloola Drive, Tweed Heads
coursework and
is less than an hour’s
offers undergraduate courses in nursing and
research purposes.
drive to Byron Bay and
midwifery and early childhood education,
under three hours drive
while the main focus of the Riverside campus at Brett
to Brisbane. Facilities on campus include
St, Tweed Heads is postgraduate tourism and hospitality
a student centre, leisure centre including
management, and business management degrees, as
gym and pool, and a range of specialist
well as graduate entry courses in secondary education
teaching facilities, including laboratories,
and undergraduate courses in social science and sport
visual arts studios and contemporary music management. Facilities at this location include six computer
performance space, and law moot court.
laboratories, common room, English Language Centre*,
Coffs Harbour
www.scu.edu.au/coffsharbour
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Coffs Harbour is a popular tourist destination
on the Mid North coast of New South
Wales, and features beautiful beaches and a
lush, coastal hinterland. The contemporary
campus is part of an education precinct, with
the University co-located with a Technical
and Further Education (TAFE) facility and a
secondary school. Facilities include nursing
laboratories and a new recreational centre.
The city has several spectacular surfing
beaches and is gateway to the remarkable
Solitary Islands Marine Park. The University
also operates the National Marine Science
Centre in Coffs Harbour. The city has a
population of more than 65,000 people.
lecture theatre and seminar rooms. A shuttle bus service
connects the three locations.
The Hotel School Sydney
www.hotelschool.scu.edu.au
Southern Cross University offers the Bachelor of Business in
Hotel Management through The Hotel School Sydney. The
School is a unique partnership between Southern Cross
University and Mulpha Australia.
The Hotel School Sydney is renowned for its graduates’
success. Paid work opportunities are an attractive feature of
the course, as is The Hotel School’s proximity to the five-star
InterContinental Sydney (adjacent). The School is positioned
in the heart of the CBD, with the Harbour, Sydney Opera
House and Botanical Gardens on its doorstep.
* subject to NEAS approval.
associated
providers
accommodation
The University places a high priority on ensuring that international students
have access to appropriate accommodation on or close to its campuses.
All students are assisted in finding suitable accommodation.
SCU Village on the Coffs Harbour and Lismore campuses provides a range
of fully furnished accommodation options. Students live in self-catering
units, which comprise two to six bedrooms and shared living, bathroom and
cooking facilities. Students are responsible for buying food and for cooking
and cleaning for themselves. An extensive resident life program is designed
to support social, academic and personal development. Dedicated
Resident Assistant teams at each property are also available to provide
assistance, help students settle into the community and make sure there’s
always someone to talk to if required. www.scuvillage.com.au
Students at the Tweed Heads and Gold Coast live off campus, which
is also an option in Lismore and Coffs Harbour. The most popular type
of off-campus accommodation is a house or unit shared with other
students, where students do their own cooking and share the cost of
household expenses. Both furnished and unfurnished off-campus rental
accommodation is available. www.scu.edu.au/accommodation
It is recommended that students coming to the Tweed Heads and Gold
Coast campuses book temporary accommodation prior to arrival. The
International Office can advise on appropriate temporary accommodation
while suitable longer-term accommodation is being sought.
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Sydney
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Australia
Air
Southern Cross University (SCU) has an educational
collaboration with SCBIT to offer a range of SCU
courses, namely:
!" Bachelor of Business Administration
!" Bachelor of Business
!" Bachelor of Information Technology
!" Bachelor of Applied Computing
Students of these courses are enrolled as SCU
students and are subject to SCU rules and regulations.
They study SCU curriculum and study materials,
sit SCU assessment and exams under SCU quality
assured conditions and are taught by SCU approved
SCBIT teaching staff. SCBIT Campus is in the Sydney
CBD, within a few minutes walk of Sydney’s Central
Railway Station, Darling Harbour and Chinatown.
Sydney enjoys a warm temperate climate and boasts
many tourist attractions as well as a number of
beaches, bays and national parks in close proximity to
the city. Its 4.5 million people come from 180 nations,
speaking 140 languages, making Sydney one of the
most multicultural cities in the world. www.scbit.edu.au
Perth
!" Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort
Management
Hobart
Bus/Train
Self-drive
(Hours: Minutes – approximate times)
Lismore to Sydney
Sydney College of Business and Information
Technology (SCBIT)
ASTHM offers SCU’s:
Melbourne
TAS
Sydney
Australian School of Tourism and Hotel
Management (ASTHM)
Perth
Adelaide
Please note that General Information about Support
Services, Learning Resources and Equipment and
Facilities at Southern Cross University in pages
three to 11, pertain to the Southern Cross University
campuses at Lismore, Coffs Harbour, Tweed Heads
and the Gold Coast and do not reflect the Support
Services, Learning Resources and Equipment and
Facilities at any Associated Provider. For information
on our Associated Providers please go to the websites
provided at the end of their entries in this prospectus.
!" Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event
Management
1:30
12:30
9:30
!" Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
Lismore to Brisbane
–
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2:30
Lismore to Tweed Gold Coast
–
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Tweed Gold Coast to Sydney
1:30
12:00
10:30
ASTHM is centrally located in Perth, the capital city
of Australia’s largest state, Western Australia. Perth
enjoys a warm temperate climate and an outdoor
lifestyle.
Tweed Gold Coast to Brisbane
–
2:00
1:30
Coffs Harbour to Sydney
1:00
8:00
7:00
Coffs Harbour to Brisbane
1:00
7:00
5:00
–
4:00
2:30
Coffs Harbour to Lismore
The School has won many awards for tourism
education and training over the past decade.
www.asthm.com.au
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teaching and
assessment
Teaching Methods and Learning Resources
Units available for study by international students in the University’s courses are delivered
utilising a range of converged teaching methods but most will have regular scheduled face-toface contact with the unit teaching staff. This is necessary so that students can meet their visa
requirement that at least 75% of their course be studied internally. The duration and frequency
of contact may vary from course to course and even from unit to unit.
The range of face-to-face contact and converged teaching activities will also vary with most
units utilising traditional lectures and tutorials, online discussion forums and Elluminate – a
virtual classroom. Laboratories, workshops, and small-group interaction may also be used
in some units. Other forms of teaching may include professional experience (Education),
supervised clinical practice (Nursing), individual supervision, workplace internships (Tourism
and Hospitality) and fieldwork (Environmental Science). Some courses such as Media,
Contemporary Music and Visual Arts also provide studio-based teaching, individual tuition
and small-group learning experiences.
Some units may only be available by Distance Education or in Online mode when individual
students wish to study them. It is acceptable for international students to study these units
in these modes provided they do not in total exceed more than 25% of the units undertaken
in their course.
academic
year
Undergraduate courses operate on an
academic year of three sessions. Many
programs have more than one intake
per year. For further details on specific
programs check individual program entries
in this prospectus.
Principal Dates are available at
www.scu.edu.au/governance/academicboard
Learning resources for individual units reflect the information provided in the Unit Statement,
which outlines the unit objectives, syllabus and assessment requirements. Most units
require the purchase of prescribed textbooks. Other resources may include study guides,
recommended readings, professional and academic journals, public domain materials
and dedicated online learning sites. All students are expected to regularly access the unit
online learning sites at MySCU, which provides and links to a variety of electronic resources
related to that particular unit. This includes unit documents, a discussion board, electronic
readings (ereserve), SCU Library catalogues, databases and electronic resources.
Academic and Learning support is provided on all campuses by the Academic Skills and
Development Unit. This support is in the form of orientation presentations, ongoing generic
and unit-specific workshops, and individual consultation. In addition Academic Skills
information guides are available both online and on CD-ROM.
For information on teaching methods and learning resources for a particular course go to:
ww.scu.edu.au/courses
Assessment Methods
Assessment activities and criteria are designed for specific units and courses, and reflect
University policy and academic best practice and trends. Assessment tasks may require
individual or group submission. Most units include a written exam at the end of the study
period. Exams may be open or closed book and can include essay questions, case studies,
multiple-choice and short-answer questions. Other assessment tasks include researched
essays and reports, case studies, portfolios, annotated bibliographies and are submitted
either in hard copy or electronically. Other types of assessment include online quizzes,
problem resolution, in-class tests, laboratory activities, logbooks, technique tests, portfolios,
creative projects and contribution to online discussion, blogs and wikis. Assessment of
activities such as fieldwork, professional experience and clinical practice may include
supervisor observation and reflective journals and reports. A wide variety of individual and
group presentations is often a component of assessment, and may include oral, audio or
video presentations, media and contemporary music performances.
For information on assessment methods for a particular course go to:
www.scu.edu.au/courses
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equipment and facilities
Southern Cross University provides its students with up-to-date
equipment and facilities to enable them to get the very best out
of their study and leisure time on campus. Students have access
to the Co-operative Bookshop, modern library and well-equipped
general purpose computing labs and centres. Learning at SCU
may take place in up-to-date traditional lecture theatres or in virtual
classrooms, using state-of-the-art web-based audio technology.
Wireless access points are strategically placed around each of the
campuses enabling connection to the internet and web services
from students’ laptops.
Examples of program-specific and industry-relevant equipment
and facilities include:
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moot court with a two-way viewing room and Law library
for law students
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purpose-built nursing laboratory, complete with simulated
wards for nursing students
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osteopathic clinic for clinical sciences students
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science (biology, chemistry, and anatomy and physiology)
laboratories
!"
fully equipped exercise physiology, biomechanics and
biochemistry laboratories, a multi-purpose sports hall and
weight training gymnasium for sport and exercise science
students
!"
studios for visual arts students: 3D (including bronze
foundry, wood workshop plus electric, gas, wood fired
and raku kilns); Drawing; Digital Art and Design; Painting;
Photography (including black and white darkroom and
digital facilities); Printmaking (including screen printing,
etching and relief facilities); Papermaking (including paper
beaters, vats and presses)
!"
newsroom, multi-camera television studio, digital
editing suites, multi-purpose sound production studio
and editing studios, and a 20 work-station multimedia
computer laboratory for media students
!"
purpose-built music building with recording studios,
music production workstation laboratory, keyboard
laboratory, television studio and concert performance
space, and well-equipped tuition and practice facilities
for individual student and band performances for
contemporary music students
!"
networked computer labs containing powerful PCs
and Apple Macintosh computers and several server
computers allowing group access to commercial data
processing software, databases, software engineering
tools and many computer programming languages for IT
students
!"
laboratories across a range of scientific disciplines
including: laboratories fully equipped with advanced
analytical equipment, especially for geochemistry,
microscopy and genetic analysis, and analytic chemistry
machines. The University also provides a large collection
of general sampling and field equipment including several
boats and 4WD vehicles, fish and animal sampling
equipment, sediment samplers, diving equipment
and an underwater video recorder, geotechnical and
geochemical data collection equipment, and a portable
weather station and data logger
!"
research laboratories, psychology computer laboratory,
and a test library for psychology students
Note: Not all facilities are available at each campus. For information
on equipment and facilities relevant to a particular course go to:
www.scu.edu.au/courses
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student services and support
International Office Student Support Services
Using Other Libraries and Reciprocal Borrowing
Southern Cross University is committed to providing all students
with the support services to help achieve a successful academic
and personal experience.
University libraries in Australia extend reciprocal borrower status
to students of Southern Cross University. To take advantage of
this service students take their current student photo ID card and
proof of enrolment to the university library from which they wish to
borrow. Charges may apply at some libraries.
The University prides itself on providing international students with
a very high level of support. International students at our Lismore,
Coffs Harbour, Tweed Heads and Gold Coast campuses are
provided with a range of specialist services, which include:
• pre-departure information
• airport reception
• accommodation placement
• comprehensive orientation
• student advisors
SCU Connect enables students to become part of Southern Cross
University’s online community as soon as possible by providing
them with all the relevant information to connect in one place.
Southern Cross University students are provided with access to a
range of internet and computing services both on and off campus,
including:
• English language assistance
!"
My Enrolment
• organisation of social activities and excursions
!"
MySCU (your University online)
• student visa and health insurance advice
!"
Library catalogues and electronic resources
• returning home meeting
!"
a personal SCU webmail address
!"
on-campus computing labs
International Student Learning Assistance
International students have access to academic and learning
support through the Academic Skills and Development Unit to assist
with academic writing skills, study techniques, understanding the
study culture at SCU and exam preparation.
University Library
The Library provides an extensive range of resources and services:
books, journals, databases and full-text electronic journals,
electronic books, inter-library loans and document supply, and
professional staff to assist students to become independent
learners. Libraries are located at Lismore, Coffs Harbour, and Gold
Coast Beachside campuses and can be accessed electronically.
A shuttle bus connects the three Gold Coast locations to facilitate
library usage. Information on all Library services is available from
the Library home page at: www.scu.edu.au/library
Electronic Access to Library Resources
Our electronic services include access to subject-specific and
multidisciplinary databases. If students have access to the internet
they can:
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Accessing the University
!"
access the Southern Cross University Library catalogue
!"
renew and reserve books online
!"
send requests for books, photocopies of articles and
other material
!"
send requests for subject searches
!"
search our full-text databases and electronic journals
!"
access electronic books
!"
access a range of internet resources
!"
access the catalogues of other university libraries
www.scu.edu.au/scuconnect
MySCU – Your University Online
MySCU brings together all the online resources available to
Southern Cross University students and provides access to:
!"
learning resources and facilities associated with the units
a student is studying, including lecturer announcements
!"
the Library and its electronic databases and catalogues
!"
student administration and other areas of the University
!"
timetables for lectures and exams
!"
access to grades each study period
!"
a personal calendar and address book
!"
the latest University news and events happening around
the campuses and beyond
!"
student classifieds
!"
software and software updates
MySCU is available to all Southern Cross University students
through a password login. All new students are able to access an
SCU user name and password when they arrive in Australia and
login for the first time.
Accessing the Internet
Southern Cross University students can use the on-campus
computer labs, which provide fast access to the internet; they can
also use the wireless network using their own laptops. Students
are provided with 250 megabytes internet quota per month.
Student Computer Labs
Our general purpose computing labs are well-equipped and
available to students on each of the University campuses
and centres. Support staff provide assistance with the use of
technology in the computing labs and orientation sessions are
available for students at the beginning of each session. Wireless
access points are also strategically placed around each of our
campuses enabling connection to the internet and web services
with students’ own laptops.
Audio Visual and Multimedia Services
A variety of services are available from the Multimedia Centre
located on Lismore campus including:
!"
video/audio editing
!"
duplication service
!"
all format conversion – video system conversion
!"
specialised multimedia production support
IT Support
Support is offered across all campuses for our students via the IT
Call Centres and student helpdesks. A comprehensive range of
information relating to IT and telecommunication services (IT&TS)
is available from: www.scu.edu.au/scuconnect
This information is updated on a regular basis. For more
information please visit the IT&TS webpages at:
www.scu.edu.au/it
The Office of Sport and Cultural Activities
(OSCA)
OSCA is part of Student Services and it works closely with SCU
Student Associations to build a vibrant campus community and
to add to the SCU student life experience. OSCA is the home
to SCU Sport, Clubs and Societies and Orientation programs. It
also coordinates university-wide events such as SCU Race Day,
National Campus Band Competition, U Film Fest and the OSCA
Awards.
Go to www.scu.edu.au/osca for all the latest events!
Counselling Service
Should individuals have problems with any aspect of their
personal or academic life while a student at Southern Cross
University, our free confidential counselling services may be able
to help. Our counsellors offer caring and confidential assistance
to all members of the University community at the Lismore, Coffs
Harbour, Tweed Heads and Gold Coast campuses.
The Chaplaincy and Multifaith Service
By helping to connect people this service seeks to serve the
University community during the ordinary and the crisis times
of life. A number of issues-based forums and other lunchtime
meetings are held regularly. Chaplaincy support is ecumenical
and multifaith in nature and maintains strong links with the major
denominational churches and faiths in the region. For more
information email chaplaincy@scu.edu.au
Healthcare Services
The Lismore campus offers a fully accredited medical practice
offering a range of general practitioner services, with a limited
service also available at Coffs Harbour campus.
Students with Disabilities
The University has a number of services and aids to assist with
the special needs of students who have disabilities or chronic
health problems. Each campus has parking for students with a
disability, and wheelchair access to teaching and learning rooms
and facilities. Any prospective student who thinks they might
have such a need or have concerns regarding their mobility,
accommodation, library usage, exams or note-taking, or would
like to discuss any aspect of life on campus, should contact the
Disability Officer at each campus. For more information visit:
www.scu.edu.au/disabilitysupport
Childcare Facilities
Southern Cross University Children’s Centre, on campus at
Lismore, caters for 39 children aged from six weeks to five years,
and operates from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.
Lismore is also well served with other modern long day care
centres, preschools and family day care centres. Students at the
Coffs Harbour, Tweed Heads and Gold Coast campuses also
have access to numerous childcare centres in the district.
Schools for Dependants of International
Students
School attendance is compulsory for all children in Australia aged
between six and 15 years of age, with most children commencing
school at five years of age. In Australia there are two main types
of schools: government (which are public schools) and private
schools.
It is an immigration policy that school-age dependants of
international students undertake formal schooling while they are in
Australia. Students will need to provisionally enrol their children in
a school before leaving their home country and will normally have
to pay the school fees 12 months in advance.
For a list of schools in the area of the three Southern Cross
University campuses go to the ‘Student Life’ section of
www.scu.edu.au/international/downloads
For a full list of public schools in New South Wales visit:
www.schools.nsw.edu.au
For a full list of public schools on the Gold Coast visit:
www.bcl.com.au/goldcoast/schools.htm
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School-age dependants of international students studying at the
Lismore and Coffs Harbour campuses will be studying in New South
Wales.
School-age dependants of international students studying at the
Tweed Heads and Gold Coast campuses will study in either New
South Wales or Queensland. Where the student lives will have an
influence on choice of school.
More information can be found at the NSW Department of
Education and Training International website.
www.detinternational.nsw.edu.au/schools/study_options/
temporary_residents/temporary_residents.htm
More information can be found at the Education Queensland
International website:
www.eqi.com.au/programs/dependant-student.html
Education Services for Overseas Students
(ESOS) Act
The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace
Relations regulates the education and training sector’s involvement
with overseas students studying in Australia on student visas. It
does this through the ESOS Act legislative framework. This protects
Australia’s reputation for delivering quality education services and
the interests of overseas students, by setting minimum standards
and providing tuition and financial assurance.
The ESOS Act mandates a nationally consistent approach to
registering education providers so that the quality of the tuition and
care of students remain high. The professionalism and integrity of
the industry is further strengthened by the ESOS Act’s interface with
immigration law. This imposes visa-related reporting requirements
on both students and providers.
A simple explanation of the framework is the Easy Guide to ESOS.
www.aei.dest.gov.au/AEI/ESOS/EasyGuide_ESOS.htm
Cost of Living
One of the great advantages of living in Lismore, Coffs Harbour,
Tweed Heads or the southern Gold Coast is the cheaper cost
of living compared with that in Australia’s major capital cities. In
particular, accommodation costs in Lismore and Coffs Harbour
are much lower than in the major cities. This can lead to major
savings. In general, a budget of A$230-A$385 per week (pw)
should cover all non-tuition costs associated with studying at the
University, including rent, food, public transport, Overseas Student
Health Cover, textbooks and course materials. It should be noted
that this does not include purchasing or running a car or bringing
family members to Australia. Students with school-age children
should also be aware that school fees in local schools are between
A$4,500 and A$5,500 per child per year.
An example of a weekly budget for a single person is as follows:
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Accommodation (shared)
A$100-A$180 per week
Food
A$45-A$85 per week
Bills
A$20 per week
Transport
A$15 per week
Health costs
A$15 per week
Entertainment
A$15-A$50 per week
Academic costs (books, etc)
A$20 per week
TOTAL
A$230-A$385 per week
This budget is an indication only, as accommodation costs will vary
depending on the type chosen and other costs will be dependent
on lifestyle.
Employment
International students with work permits are able to work for
up to 20 hours per week during the study period and
unlimited hours per week during the session breaks.
Permission to work is automatically granted upon receiving
a student visa. Casual employment opportunities are most
abundant on the Gold Coast; however, it is recommended
that students focus on the demands of their studies during
the study period.
CareerHub is an SCU web-based portal that provides an
electronic communication hub between students and recent
graduates and the University’s Career Service – providing
information useful to job seeking and career planning.
Students of the Coffs Harbour, Tweed Heads and Gold
Coast campuses, as well as those studying by distance
education, can access further information at:
www.scu.edu.au/studentservices
Careers Advisory Service
Southern Cross University provides helpful vocational
counselling for students. The Careers Advisor at the
Lismore campus can help with course and career choices,
counselling, library and resources and casual employment.
Regular seminars and workshops are held to develop
résumé writing and interview skills. The service also invites
employers to visit the University for information sessions
and interviews with final year students. Casual work and
graduate employment is advertised on CareerHub, an online
job board accessed through MySCU.
English Language Programs
Academic Preparation
English language programs are available at Lismore, Coffs
Harbour, Tweed Heads and Gold Coast campus locations
to assist students who do not meet the University’s English
language entry requirements. These programs vary in length
depending on the needs of individual students, and are
aimed at preparing students for university-level study.
Students who do not meet the English language entry
requirement but fulfil the remaining admission requirements
are generally made a package offer to an appropriate
English language program and to the degree program that
they have chosen.
Satisfactory completion of the English Language Academic
Preparation Program requirements will provide students with
the skills and confidence in English needed to succeed in
university-level study.
Four-week English Academic Preparation
The University encourages all students from nonEnglish speaking backgrounds who do meet the English
language entry requirement to undertake the four-week
English Academic Preparation Program to ease their entry
to Australian university study and enhance their chances
of success. Teaching and learning methods in Australia
are different from those in many countries. Research,
analysis, debate, presentations, active class participation,
group work, case studies and ongoing assessment are
features of Australian higher education that students may
not be familiar with in their home country. This course
presents a great opportunity to become familiar with the
unique aspects of Australian education and to understand
what is needed to be successful at an Australian
university.
Students undertaking this program can expect to learn:
• essay writing – essay planning/drafting/editing
• report writing
• note-taking and summarising skills
• paragraphing
• referencing skills
• lecture listening techniques
• listening for specific information
• extended vocabulary development specific to study
areas
• presentation and seminar skills
• discussion and tutorial participation techniques
• critical reading skills
• text analysis
• skimming and scanning reading techniques
• key word searches
• library research methods – compiling bibliographies
• journal and web search skills
• pronunciation
• problem solving
• group work activities
• information about the culture of Australian universities.
This intensive English Program teaches the language,
cultural and academic skills required for tertiary study in
Australia.
For more information visit: www.scu.edu.au/international
2011 Fees (Lismore, Coffs Harbour and Tweed Gold
Coast *)
Please note: these fees are correct at the time of printing
and are subject to change
Tuition
Homestay
Homestay placement
Overseas Student Health
Cover
$310 per week (25 hours)
$185 per week **
$185 one off payment
$388.80 per year (2010 fee)
international
exchange
opportunities
Southern Cross University offers its students the opportunity to complete
part of their studies overseas, and the experience is described by most
on their return as “life-changing”.
Visual Arts students may study for a session at universities overseas,
including the prestigious Pratt Institute in New York. Tourism, Hotel
and Resort Management students have become familiar with the
international tourism industry through their studies with Southern Cross
University’s tourism and hospitality through the SCU International
Exchange program institutions in Canada, Austria, Hong Kong, the
United Kingdom, Holland and the USA.
Environmental Science students too, have substantially increased their
understanding of global environmental issues through their studies in
New Orleans, Northern Arizona and Hong Kong.
Southern Cross University has agreements with around 50 other tertiary
education institutions in countries including the United Kingdom, the
USA, Canada, Europe, Japan, China and Korea. The exchange program
is open to all Southern Cross University students who have successfully
completed their first year of study, and credits earned for study overseas
go toward the achievement of their chosen degree.
Students fund their own travel and living expenses and international
students are subject to the visa requirements of the country which hosts
the exchange program. For more information go to: exchange.scu.edu.au
* subject to NEAS accreditation.
** Homestay fees on the Gold Coast may be higher
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study abroad program
Southern Cross University offers an exciting Study Abroad
experience for students looking to study for only one or two
sessions and experience Australia. The University provides a
distinctive natural environment for study, an interesting range of
subjects and exciting excursions to help students make the most
of their time in Australia.
Unique Unit Selection
Southern Cross University courses take full advantage of the
University’s unique setting. Areas of study such as outdoor
education, contemporary music, arts, environmental studies and
indigenous studies typify the innovative nature of studies at the
University. The University also offers strong unit offerings in the
areas of marketing, management, sport and exercise science,
and tourism and hospitality management, to name a few. Many
of our programs offer opportunities for field trips. All students
are eligible for the Outdoor Education I unit, which develops
students’ stamina, survival skills, ability to educate others, and
interpersonal skills. Another popular unit is Perspectives in
Australia, which offers the students the opportunity to volunteer
and actively participate in the local communities.
Study Abroad students generally study four courses per
session. Provided prerequisites are met and there are no
scheduling conflicts, students can choose any combination of
undergraduate units.
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Study Abroad Excursions
Program fees include an optional one-week excursion run by the
University:
!" a camping trip to Central Australia* Ayres Rock/Uluru – this
outback trip is a unique and unforgettable experience; or
!" a camping trip to Fraser Island the world’s largest sand island –
this trip includes kayaking to see dolphins; or
!" a surf safari held in Byron Bay – students learn to surf and
when possible the surfing trip is run to coincide with the major
festivals held in Byron Bay.
*airfare to Central Australia not included
Students wanting more information should go to the Study
Abroad website. studyabroad.scu.edu.au
Scholarships
The University offers a limited number of competitively awarded
scholarships to international students undertaking postgraduate
research degrees. All Masters by Research and PhD applicants
are automatically considered for one of these scholarships.
The University does not offer scholarships to international
students undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate
coursework courses with the exception of the Innis Foundation
Disadvantaged Scholarship for the Diploma of Sport
Management (Surfing Studies) and scholarships for the Honours
year of some degrees, which are open to both Australian and
overseas citizens. For more information on these scholarships,
email the Scholarships Office at scholarships@scu.edu.au
There are a number of scholarships offered by the Australian
Government to students from a range of countries through
programs such as the Australian Development Scholarship
(ADS) program, Australian Leadership Awards, and the various
Endeavour scholarship programs. Information about these can
be viewed at: www.australianscholarships.gov.au
admission requirements
To be considered for admission to undergraduate
programs at Southern Cross University the applicant
must:
!" Have completed an educational qualification
deemed to be at least equivalent to completion
of Year 12 in Australia and have achieved the
equivalent of the minimum entry grade for the
program for which they have applied, and
The entry requirement for the Bachelor of Occupational
Therapy is IELTS 7.0 with no less than 7.0 in any band.
!" Have met the University’s English language
requirement*
- Academic IELTS 6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any band;
or
- TOEFL 550 with no less than 4.5 in the Test of
Written English;
or
Education Programs – Bachelor of Education
(Secondary), Bachelor of Education (Primary), Bachelor
of Education (Early Childhood) – all require IELTS 7.5
prior to entry with no less than 8.0 in Speaking and
Listening and no less than 7.0 in Reading and Writing,
or International Second Language Proficiency Rating
(ISLPR) with no less than 4+ in Speaking, Listening,
Reading and Writing. This will also apply to any double or
combined degree courses which include an education
degree.
Note: The minimum requirement for Provisional and
Conditional Accreditation in NSW after completion of
an Education degree is IELTS 7.5 with a minimum of
8.0 in Speaking and Listening and a minimum of 7.0 in
Reading and Writing.
- internet-based TOEFL 79 with no
less than 22 in Writing;
or
- equivalent; and
!" Have met any course-specific requirements (e.g., a
portfolio for the Bachelor of Visual Arts).
Key:
*Note: The entry requirement for the Bachelor of Nursing
is IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any band. Please
note: to receive registration with the NSW Nurses and
Midwives Board an IELTS of 7.0 (in all bands) must be
achieved.
Southern Cross University accepts the following
as satisfying the English language requirement for
entry to undergraduate programs other than nursing,
occupational therapy and education:
Comparable Tests
Score
Australian TAFE and private provider studies
Completed AQF Certificate IV or an incomplete AQF Diploma
or Advanced Diploma of 1 year full time equivalent or more
CCPE
C pass
CULT Overall
65
IELTS (Academic version only)
6.0 overall (Minimum 5.5 in each subtest)
International Baccalaureate
Minimum English A2 at higher or standard level
ISLPR
3+ or better in all 4 skills
GCE ‘A’ Levels (from Britain or Singapore)
C pass in humanities subject
GCSE ‘O’ Levels (from Britain or Singapore)
C pass in English
STPM
C pass in 914/920 English
HKALE
Overall C pass, C pass in Use of English
TOEFL Paper-based score
550 (Minimum 4.5 in TWE)
TOEFL Internet-based score
79 (Minimum 22 in Writing)
Abbreviation
Meaning
Abbreviation
Meaning
AQF
Australian Qualifications Framework
IELTS
International English Language Testing System
CCPE
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
ISLPR
International Second Language Proficiency Rating
CULT
Combined Universities Language Test
GCE
General Certificate of Education
STPM
Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia
GCSE
General Certificate of Secondary Education
TOEFL
Test of English as a Foreign Language
HKALE
Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination
TWE
Test of Written English
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The following table gives the qualifications from various countries that will be considered for admission to undergraduate
programs. It is not an exhaustive list. If you have completed a qualification that is not listed, please contact the University at:
int.apps@scu.edu.au
Country/Region Accepted Qualifications
West African General Certificate of Education, West African Higher School Certificate (Principal Level), East African Advanced
Certificate of Education, Tanzanian Advanced Certificate of Education or Ugandan Advanced Certificate of Education.
AFRICA
Aggregate. Minimum of two A-level subjects taken at one sitting plus up to two AS subjects taken in same or previous
academic year. A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 for A-level subjects and A = 2.5, B = 2, C= 1.5, D = 1, E = 0.5 for AS
subjects.
AUSTRALIA
BANGLADESH
CANADA
Higher School Certificate. Entry based on ranking index such as ATAR or OP; University Foundation Year.
Higher Secondary or Intermediate Certificate. Grade average of final year results. A+/80 = 5, A/70 = 4, A-/60 = 3.5, B/50 = 3,
C/39 = 2, D/33 = 1.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Overall average score including six University or University/College Preparation Courses,
or equivalent from other provinces
CHINA (PRC)
National University Entrance Exam (Gao Kao). Percentage of maximum score for relevant province.
DENMARK
Studentereksamen or equivalent. Overall average on a 13-point scale.
FRANCE
French Baccalaureat. Admission average.
GERMANY
Abitur. Durchschnittsnote.
Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination. Aggregate of three best A-levels plus any AS subject. All must be taken in one
HONG KONG
academic year. A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 for A-level subjects and A = 2.5, B = 2, C= 1.5, D = 1, E = 0.5 for AS
subjects. Pure or Applied Maths, Biology, Physics and Chemistry at A-level each attract an extra weight of 1.
All India Senior Secondary School Certificate. Overall grade in best four externally examined subjects. A1 = 5, A2 = 4.5, B1 =
INDIA
3.5, B2 = 3, C1 = 2, C2 = 1.5, D1 = 1, E1 = 0.5.
Indian School Certificate. Average percentage in best four externally examined subjects.
Indian Higher Secondary Certificate. Average percentage in academic subjects.
INDONESIA
Surat Keterangan Hasil Ujian Nasional (SKHUN) (previously Surat Tanda Kelulusan – STK) awarded on passing the National
(Final) Examination (Ujian [Akhir] Nasional – UN/UAN) and issued by the Department of National Education. Overall grade.
International Baccalaureate. Average score including bonus and penalty points.
INTERNATIONAL
Cambridge Higher School Certificate. Aggregate. Minimum of two A-level subjects taken at one sitting plus up to two AS
subjects taken in same or previous academic year. A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 for A-level subjects and A = 2.5, B = 2,
C= 1.5, D = 1, E = 0.5 for AS subjects.
JAPAN
KOREA
MALAYSIA
Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shosho. Grade average of final year results. A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, F = 1.
Immumgye Kodung Hakkyo Choreup Chung or Silopgye Kodung Hakkyo Choreup Chung. Grade average of final year
results. A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1.
Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM). Aggregate of advanced level subjects passed (minimum 2) in the same academic year
(2003 onwards). A = 7, A- = 6, B+ = 5, B = 4, B- = 3, C+ = 2, C = 1.
NEPAL
Proficiency Certificate. Grade average of final year results.
NORWAY
Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole, Examen Artium or Eksamen fra Økonomisk Gymnas. Grade average.
PAPUA NEW
GUINEA
Higher School Certificate (best four subjects). A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1.
Singapore and Cambridge GCE Advanced Level. Aggregate of all H2 and H1 subjects with a minimum of three H2 subjects
SINGAPORE
and one H1 subject, where H1 results can be from previous academic years (2007 onwards). A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E =
1 for H2 subjects and A = 2.5, B = 2, C= 1.5, D = 1, E = 0.5 for H1 subjects.
SRI LANKA
SWEDEN
Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education. Aggregate of best 3 A-level subjects. A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, S = 1, F = Fail.
Secondary Leaving Certificate (Gymnasie Kompetens). Grade average of final year results. Mycket väl godkänd (MVG) (pass
with special distinction) = 4, väl godkänd (VG) (pass with distinction) = 3, godkänd (G) (pass) = 2, Icke godkänd (fail) = 1.
TAIWAN
Senior High School Diploma or Senior Vocational School Diploma. Grade average of final year results.
THAILAND
Thailand Certificate of Secondary Education. Marks out of 100 or GPA. A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, F = 0.
General Certificate of Education. Aggregate. Minimum of two A-level subjects taken at one sitting plus up to two AS subjects
UNITED KINGDOM
taken in same or previous academic year. A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 for A-level subjects and A = 2.5, B = 2, C= 1.5, D
= 1, E = 0.5 for AS subjects.
USA
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VIETNAM
High School Diploma and SAT 1 (Critical Reading, Mathematics and Writing). Presentation of diploma and composite SAT 1
score.
Bang Tu Tai or Bang Tot nghiep Pho thong Trung hoc. General classification or aggregate in best four subjects.
The following table gives indicative minimum academic entry requirements for Southern Cross University undergraduate
programs.
INDICATIVE MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Country
Associate
Degrees
All other courses#
Psychology and
Occupational
Therapy
Education*
other than Early
Childhood
Law**
AUSTRALIA
ATAR 64 or OP 19
ATAR 68 or OP 16
ATAR 73 or OP 14
ATAR 77 or OP 12
ATAR 91 or OP 6
INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE
24 pts
24 pts
25 pts
27 pts
33 pts
CAMBRIDGE HIGHER SCHOOL
CERTIFICATE
3
4
5
9
12.5
AFRICA
3
4
5
9
12.5
3.5 GPA or first div
3.5 GPA or first div
first year university
first year university
first year university
pass
pass
studies required
studies required
studies required
CANADA (OSSD)
50
50
54
62
81
CHINA GAO-KAO
60
60
60
60
68
DENMARK
4.8
5.2
5.6
6.4
9.7
FRANCE
10
10
10
10.25
13
GERMANY
4
4
3.8
3.4
2.2
BANGLADESH
#
HONG KONG (HKALE)
2
2.5
3.5
6
11.5
INDIA (AISSC)
4
6
7
9
15
INDIA (ISC)
50
58
64
72
INDIA (HSC)
73
74
76
79
90
first year university
INDONESIA
7.2
7.8
8.4
9.4
first year university
first year university
first year university
studies required
studies required
studies required
studies required
first year university
studies required
JAPAN
3.3
3.7
KOREA (SOUTH)
2.6
2.7
2.9
3.1
3.5
MALAYSIA (STPM)
4
5
7
12
17
NEPAL
69
76
first year university
first year university
first year university
studies required
studies required
studies required
NORWAY
3
3.5
4
4.5
5
PNG
16
16
first year university
first year university
first year university
studies required
studies required
studies required
SINGAPORE
6.5
7.5
11.5
13.5
18.5
SRI LANKA
4
5
5
6
10
SWEDEN
2
2
2
2.1
3.2
TAIWAN
78
83
first year university
first year university
first year university
studies required
studies required
studies required
THAILAND
1.8
1.9
2.2
2.5
3.4
UNITED KINGDOM
3
4
5
9
12.5
USA
1360
1410
1460
1530
1800
VIETNAM
24
28
first year university
first year university
first year university
studies required
studies required
studies required
admission to Visual Arts is based on portfolio/interview
* including double degrees with Education
** including double degrees with Law
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pathway programs
Overview
Several institutions offer pathways into Southern Cross University undergraduate programs.
Please note that progression into a Southern Cross University degree must satisfy the University’s entry requirements specified on page 13.
Diploma Programs AUSTRALIA
Queensland International Business Academy (QIBA), Gold Coast
(CRICOS Provider Number 01515J)
Diploma of Business
Admission Requirements
Completion of Year 12 and Academic IELTS 5.5 with no band less than 5.0, or equivalent.
Please note that progression into a Southern Cross University degree must satisfy the
University’s entry requirements specified on page 13.
Advanced Standing into Southern Cross University Degree
Eight units (first year) of advanced standing into Bachelor of Business,
Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Business in Tourism
Management, Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event
Tourism Management, Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort
Management, and Bachelor of Business in International Tourism
Management.
Duration
36 weeks
Fees
For information on fees please go to:
www.qiba.qld.edu.au/courses/business-courses-at-qiba
Application
Apply for diploma and intended Bachelor Degree
using the application form at the back of this
prospectus.
Diploma programs OUTSIDE AUSTRALIA
Country
Institution
Course
China
Holmes College, Qingdao University
Diploma (check with SCU for details)
Jiangsu Institute of Education
Diploma of Logistics
Diploma of Marketing
Diploma in Tourism Management
Jilin Transportation Institute of Technology Diploma of Accounting
Diploma of Logistics Management
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Advanced Standing into
Southern Cross University Degree
Up to 8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Associate Degree of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Associate Degree of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Associate Degree of Business Administration
12 units (1.5 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business Administration
Diploma programs OUTSIDE AUSTRALIA (continued)
Country
Institution
Course
Malaysia
Institut Sinaran
Diploma of Commerce
Reliance College
Diploma in Hotel and Travel Management
Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore
Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Singapore Hotel and Tourism Education
Centre
Diploma in Culinary Skills
Singapore
Diploma in Hotel Management
Diploma in Tourism Management
Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management
Singapore Polytechnic
Diploma in Tourism and Resort Management
Temasek Polytechnic
Diploma of Hospitality and Tourism Business
Diploma in Culinary and Catering Management
Diploma in Leisure and Resort Management
Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
ABE Singapore
Diploma of Business Administration
Diploma of Travel Tourism and Hospitality
Advanced Diploma of Business Administration
Advanced Diploma of Travel Tourism and Hospitality
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Diploma in Business Information Technology
Diploma in Tourism and Resort Management
Management Development Institute of
Singapore
Diploma in Business Management
Diploma in Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management
Tourism Management Institute of
Singapore
WSQ Diploma in Tourism
Tourism Foundation Studies Programme
Norway
MI College
Tourism Academy Diploma
United Kingdom
Sunderland University
Foundation Degree in Travel and Tourism
Advanced Standing into
Southern Cross University Degree
12 units (1.5 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business
16 units (2 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
16 units (2 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
12 units (1.5 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
16 units (2 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
16 units (2 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
12 units (1.5 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
16 units (2 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
12 units (1.5 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
16 units (2 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
Bachelor of Business in International Tourism Management
up to 8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
Bachelor of Business in International Tourism Management
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
8 units (1 year) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
12 units (1.5 years) advanced standing into:
Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
Please note that these pathways are subject to change. Prospective students should check with Southern Cross University to confirm the currency of the pathways listed here before acting
on the information. Those whose qualification is not listed here may wish to enquire about new pathways which may have been developed since the publication of this prospectus.
Southern Cross University also has pathways for those with degree-level qualifications. Please contact the relevant School or International Office for further details.
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Bachelor of Arts
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
Arts and Social Sciences
www.scu.edu.au/international
3 years; Session L, CH
The Bachelor of Arts is a contemporary degree which
1, 2 - check page
explores current issues in society and enables the
one for dates.
student to build broad knowledge and understanding.
The course provides the framework to pursue
specialisations such as writing; cultural studies; history,
politics and society; and the freedom to pursue majors
from the comprehensive range of study areas offered
across the University. In addition to the command of
their chosen disciplines, graduates develop creativity,
cultural awareness, intellectual rigour, critical thinking
and communication skills. This is ultimately of benefit to
the graduate’s future workplace, whether they choose
to be employed in the public service, education or
communication in the public or private sector, or to build
their own business.
Part A
Part B
Written Communication
Australia, Asia and the World
Subjects and Citizens
Philosophy on Screen: Film and
Television
Making History
Cultural Studies
Writing Place: Landscapes, Memory,
Introduction to Cultural Studies
History
Plus 7 from the following:
Indigenous World-Views
Space, Place and Travel
Professional Placement
Borderlands
Introduction to Politics
EcoCultural Studies
Global Social Movements
Cultural Studies Research Project
Political Ideologies
Gender, Sexuality and Culture
Peace, War and International Politics
Theory in Practice: Issues in Media
Introduction to Sociology
Studies
Non-Standard Lives: Work and Family
Reel Time: Cinema in a Social Context
in Australia
Communication and Culture
Global Inequality
Perspectives on Australia
Religions and the State
History, Politics, Society
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 with
required entry grade and
IELTS 6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any band
Writing
Introduction to Written Texts
Introduction to Creative Writing
Plus 6 from the following:
Theories of Text and Culture
Issues and Themes in Contemporary
Writing
Prose
Writing for Performance
Writing Genre
Writing from the Edge
Auto/biography
Writing Project
The Fourth Estate: News Journalism
Hot Topics: Feature Journalism
Bachelor of Social Science
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Social Science builds capacity in
problem solving, communication, critical thinking and
analysis. Depending on the chosen area of study, it
will prepare students for professions involved in social
change, social advocacy, community service, social
welfare and government and non-government policy
development.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L, CH,
THR
Part A
Interpersonal Communication
Introduction to Psychology II
Group Work
Written Communication
Indigenous World-Views
Introduction to Politics
Introduction to Sociology
Ethics in Society
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$46,800
$46,800
Part B
Social Welfare
Community Studies
Counselling
Introduction to Social Welfare
Introduction to Community
Studies
Social Policy
Advocacy and Change
Welfare Law
Counselling Theory and
Practice
Social Planning
Grief, Trauma and Crisis
Counselling
Deviance in Society
Non-Standard Lives: Work and
Family in Australia
Introduction to Community
Studies
Community Development
Communities, Education and
Change
Social Planning
Community Project Management
International Community
Development
Introduction to Social Welfare
Advocacy and Change
Local Government
Managing Conflict
Counselling Theory and Practice
Social Policy
Interventions in Counselling
Grief, Trauma and Crisis
Counselling
Counselling Theory and
Practice
Introduction to Social Welfare
Relationships Counselling
Abnormal Psychology
Issues of Protection
Deviance in Society
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 with
required entry grade and
IELTS 6.0 with no less than
5.5 in any band
Government and Policy
Studies
Social Planning
Consultation and Participation
Managing Conflict
Social Policy
Political Ideologies
Non-Standard Lives: Work and
Family in Australia
Religions and the State
Global Inequality
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
•
•
•
•
Writing – L
The Bachelor of Arts builds critical thinking, research and writing skills, giving
Cultural Studies – L, CH
graduates a wide range of career options. The flexible nature of the course
All units from Part
History,
Politics
and
Society
–
L
structure, enabling students to choose more than one major and a range of
A, and
elective units, further enhances future career options. Depending on choice
Additional
majors
may
also
be
At least one 8-unit
of majors, graduates may find employment in community relations, cultural
selected
from
a
wide
range
major from Part B,
policy, management and administration, education, publishing, public service,
offered across the University
and
multimedia design, creative and cultural industries, politics, social justice and
(see Part C below).
Another 8-unit major
human rights.
from Part B or an
A Professional Placement unit offers students the opportunity to gain
8-unit major from
experience in the workplace. Students with the Writing major may seek
Part C or an 8-unit
placement in the writing, publishing and media industries, while students
University-wide
with the History, Politics and Society major may seek placement in heritage
major, and
and historical museums or associations. Students with the Cultural Studies
4 elective units
major may also seek professional placement with a community organisation
working in an area of their interest.
Part C
8-unit major in:
Please note that not all units are
offered in each study period and
that some may only be available by
distance education or online. For
Specific Award Rules and a full list
of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
Arts and Social Sciences
Art and Design
Education
Media Studies
Contemporary Music
Indigenous Australian Studies
Psychology
Law and Justice
Organisational Management
Natural Medicine
Sport Management
Sustainability
For a list of units in Part C majors
visit www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links
to ‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Majors/Specialisations
24 units:
Government and Policy Studies – L Students of Social Welfare and Community
Studies may attain membership, after
Community Studies – CH
graduation, with the Australian Institute of
Counselling – CH
Welfare and Community Workers (AIWCW)
Social Welfare – THR
(dependent upon units selected).
Additional majors may also be
Career options include welfare officers,
selected from a wide range
counsellors, community development
offered across the University (see workers, policy makers and writers within
Part C below).
government departments and agencies,
and also the private sector.
• All units from Part A, and either
• 2 majors from Part B, or
• The Counselling major from Part B plus the Counselling
major from Part C, or
• The Social Welfare major from Part B plus the Social
Welfare major from Part C, or
• The Community Studies major from Part B plus the
Community Studies major from Part C, or
• The Government and Policy Studies major from Part
B plus the Government and Policy Studies major from
Part C, or
• One major from Part B plus one University-wide major, or
• One major from Part B plus 8 electives chosen from any
undergraduate degree offered by the University.
Part C
Advanced Counselling
Counselling for Addictions
Field Education I *
Development across the
Lifespan
Welfare Law
Managing Conflict
Advanced Social Welfare
Counselling within the Ageing
Community
Counselling Children and
Adolescents
Managing Conflict
Human Services Organisations
– Power and Practice
Issues of Protection
Arts Project
Field Education I *
Field Education II *
Global Inequality
Advanced Community
Studies
Welfare Law
Global Inequality
Consultation and Participation
Arts Project
Field Education I *
Field Education II *
Advanced Government and Policy
Studies
Organisational Communication
Local Government
Justice in World Politics
Peace, War and International Politics
Global Social Movements
Internet Society
Deviance in Society
Arts Project
Professional Recognition, Career
Opportunities, Other
www.scu.edu.au/international
Course Structure
Students who choose to specialise in
Counselling, Community Studies or Social
Welfare have the opportunity to gain
relevant work experience by undertaking a
field placement as part of their degree.
Peace, War and International
Politics
Global Social Movements
Internet Society
Deviance in Society
Arts Project
8-unit University-wide
major in:
Law and Justice
Organisational Management
Advanced Government and Policy Education
Studies
Natural Medicine
Sport Management
Organisational Communication
Sustainability
Local Government
Indigenous Australian Studies
Justice in World Politics
* Double-weighted unit
For a list of units in
University-wide majors and all
undergraduate units offered by
the University visit
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Please note that not all units are
offered in each study period and
that some may only be available
by distance education or online.
For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to
the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the
links to ‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
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Commerce and Management
www.scu.edu.au/international
Bachelor of Business
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus
The Bachelor of Business provides the
professional qualifications specifically
required and most in demand throughout
the public and private business sectors.
This course is accredited by key industry
bodies.
3 years; Session L, CH, GCB
1, 2 - check
page one for
dates.
Total Tuition Fee Admission Requirements
(2011 Comm.)
$42,600
Part A
Part B
Finance
Communication in
Organisations
Ethics and Sustainability
Managing Organisations in a
Global Context
Quantitative Analysis for
Business
Financial Information for
Decision Making
Introduction to Business Law
Economics
Marketing Principles
Accounting
Introduction to Accounting
Business Finance
Stock Exchange and Finance
Law
International Finance
Security Analysis and Portfolio
Management
Fundamentals of Financial
Planning
Statistical Analysis
Financial Instruments and
Markets
To obtain accreditation with
Institute of Chartered Accountants
in Australia and to facilitate
admission into CPA Australia
students must complete the unit
Auditing in addition to the 8 units
listed below:
Introduction to Accounting
Business Finance
Financial Reporting
Management Accounting
Taxation
Contemporary Issues in
Accounting
Business Information Systems
Company Law
Qualification equivalent to
Australian Year 12 with required
entry grade and IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any band
Human Resources
Management
International Business
It is recommended that students
also complete EEO and OH&S Law
and Practice in addition to the 8
units listed below.
Principles and Practice
of Human Resource
Management
Staff Selection and
Performance Management
International Human Resource
Management
Industrial Relations
Employment and Industrial
Relations Law
Work: Its Organisation and
Remuneration
Working in Organisations
Staff Development and
Training
Strategic Management
International Human Resource
Management
International Management
Multi-National Business Organisation
International Economics and Trade
International Business Law
International Finance
Global Marketing
Information Systems
Computer Control Auditing and Security
Database Systems I
Applications Development
Data Communications and Networks
Systems Analysis and Design
Electronic Commerce Systems
Web Development I
Contemporary Issues in Multimedia
and Information Technology
Bachelor of Business Administration
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus
Total Tuition Fee Admission Requirements
(2011 Comm.)
The Bachelor of Business Administration
qualification is ideal for experienced
managers early in their career or those
aspiring to move into supervisory/
managerial roles as part of their career
progression. It offers a highly flexible
option to those who already have some
professional or technical qualifications,
and the opportunity to broaden their
knowledge and skill base in the areas of
management and professional practice.
Session 1, 2 check page one
for date
L, CH, GCB
$42,600
Qualification equivalent to
Australian Year 12 with required
entry grade and IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any band
Students with qualifications
comparable to an AQF* Diploma,
Advanced Diploma or Associate
Degree, irrespective of discipline
of study, will receive up to 8, 12
and 16 units of advanced standing
respectively as a general rule
into the Bachelor of Business
Administration.
* Australian Qualifications Framework
Part A
Part B
Part C
All undergraduate units offered
by the School of Commerce and
Management
All undergraduate units offered
from within any specialist major
offered by the University
All undergraduate units
offered by the University
Please note that not all units are offered in each study
period and that some may only be available by distance
education or online. For Specific Award Rules and a full
list of units, please refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’
from www.scu.edu.au/courses
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Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
24 units:
Accounting – GCB, L, CH
Advanced Accounting – DE *
Finance – GCB, L
Human Resource Management – GCB
Information Systems – CH
International Business – L
Management – DE *
Marketing – GCB, L, CH
The Bachelor or Business course is accredited by the
National Institute of Accountants, Australian Human
Resource Institute, Institute of Chartered Accountants in
Australia, the Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance,
and CPA Australia.
• All units from Part A,
and
• One 8-unit major from
Part B, and
• A second 8-unit major
from Part B, or
• 8 elective units selected * Major is available by Distance Education only but some
from Part B or Part C, or units in the major are available on campus. Students can
study up to 25 percent of their course by online and/or
distance learning, but in each compulsory study period each
student must be studying at least one unit that is not distance
or online.
• One 8-unit Universitywide major.
Graduates may begin or advance careers in the areas
of accounting, advertising, banking, finance, human
resource management, international business, investment,
management, marketing, product management, and public
relations.
Students may choose to undertake a 300-hour internship
with a business as an elective which, depending on the
major chosen, may count as two units toward their degree.
Management
Advanced Accounting
Part C
* Double-weighted unit
Consumer Behaviour
Marketing Research
Sales and Promotion
Management
Advertising and Media
Strategies
Global Marketing
Retail Marketing
Strategic Management
Trade Practices Law
Choose any 8 from the
following 10 units:
Because of prerequisites this Major
is only available to those students
who have completed the Accounting
major.
Electives
For a list of units in University-wide
majors and all undergraduate units
offered by the University visit
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Business Finance
Leadership
Strategic Management
Managing Change
Supervision and Teamwork
International Management
Entrepreneurship
Sustainable Business
Management
Working in Organisations
Project Management
Auditing
Advanced Auditing
Advanced Taxation
Advanced Financial Reporting
Security Analysis and Portfolio
Management
Fundamentals of Financial
Planning
Statistical Analysis
Strategic Management
Auditing
Economic Policy
Environmental Economics
Business Internship *
Business Internship (Part 1 of 2)
Business Internship (Part 2 of 2)
Any undergraduate unit offered by
the University
8-unit University-wide major in:
Law and Justice
Organisational Management
Education
Natural Medicine
Sport Management
Sustainability
Indigenous Australian Studies
Please note that not all units are
offered in each study period and
that some may only be available
by distance education or online.
For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the
course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the
links to ‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
24 units:
Accounting – GCB, L, CH
Advanced Accounting – DE *
Finance – GCB, L
Human Resource Management – GCB
Information Systems – CH
General Business – GCB, L, CH
International Business – L
Management – DE *
Marketing – GCB, L, CH
Depending on units completed, students may apply to join
the Australian Human Resources Institute or the Australian
Institute of Management.
• 8 units from Part A, and
• 8 units from Part B, and
• 8 units from Part C
Graduates may find opportunities in management roles
within private and government organisations, human
resource management, marketing, international business,
finance, information systems and management.
www.scu.edu.au/international
Course Structure
Commerce and Management
Marketing
* Major is available by Distance Education only but some units
in the major are available on campus. Students can study up to
25 percent of their course by online and/or distance learning,
but in each compulsory study period each student must be
studying at least one unit that is not distance or online.
Matthew Rocholl
USA
Bachelor of Business Administration
The best things about the course were its flexibility
and the approachability of my lecturers. I own and
run my own photography business – Matthew
Rocholl Photography – which I began developing
during my studies at SCU and have continued to
build since moving to Brisbane. Running a business
isn’t easy. Any skills you can learn regarding
finance, marketing or general business planning are
invaluable.
Specifically however, I started my business
shortly after writing the business plan for it in an
Entrepreneurship course. Again, the usefulness of
my studies was directly applicable to real life.
The location was actually quite amazing. Close
to the beach, but not at the beach (otherwise I
wouldn’t have gotten any study done). Lismore is
a microcosm of culture with everything on offer in
many facets of life. Whether it was food, music,
people, places or lifestyles, Lismore – and SCU –
has one of the most diverse communities on offer.
I remember discussing the war in Israel during a
politics class, and there were students from Israel
who had first-hand experience with the conflict;
talk about hands on. On a side note, Lismore is
also a coffee lovers dream. With the hillsides from
Byron Bay out to Nimbin covered with niche coffee
growers and roasters, one can be treated any day
of the week to a new and exciting cup of coffee.
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Double Degrees with Business
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee
(2011 Comm.)
Admission
Requirements
An option for students wanting to study Business is
to consider one of the following double degrees to
increase career options:
Bachelor of
Business, Bachelor
of Arts – 4.5 years;
Session 1, 2 - check
page one for dates.
L
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and IELTS 6.0
with no less than 5.5 in
any band
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Associate Degree of Creative Writing aims to
provide students with a broad range of skills spanning
all writing genres. It enables students to focus on the
practice of writing, along with developing the attributes
needed for a professional career in writing.
2 years; Session 1 check page one for
dates.
L
Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Laws *
$63,900
* For information on the Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Laws, see
double degrees with Law on page 54
Associate Degree of Creative Writing
$31,200
The course offers a rich mix of creative writing and
literary studies across a range of writing modes
including fiction and non-fiction, writing for stage and
screen, autobiography, memoir, biography, journalism,
editing and publishing.
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and IELTS 6.0
with no less than 5.5 in
any band
Creative and Performing Arts
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Students may choose to study a further eight units to
gain a Bachelor of Arts degree.
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Part A
Part B
Part C
Introduction to Creative Writing
Introduction to Written Texts
Written Communication
Subjects and Citizens
Prose
Writing Genre
Issues and Themes in
Contemporary Writing
Writing for Performance
Auto/biography
Theories of Text and Culture
Writing from the Edge
Act One: Screenwriting
The Fourth Estate: News Journalism
Hot Topics: Feature Journalism
Theory in Practice: Issues in Media Studies
Arts Industry Studies
Australia, Asia and the World
Philosophy on Screen: Film and Television
Indigenous Ways of Cultural Expression
Introduction to Cultural Studies
Gender, Sexuality and Culture
Writing Place: Landscapes, Memory, History
Please note that not all units are offered in each
study period and that some may only be available
by distance education or online. For Specific Award
Rules and a full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’
from www.scu.edu.au/courses
Course Structure
Majors/
Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
36 units:
Business component:
• 8 core Business units, and
Accounting
• 28 other units which can be in a
combination of major/s, Arts and/or
elective units
Finance
The Business course is accredited by the National Institute of
Accountants, Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, the
Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance, and CPA Australia.
Please note that not all units are offered in each
study period and that some may only be available by
distance education or online. For Specific Award Rules
and a full list of units, please refer to the course listing
at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’
from www.scu.edu.au/courses
International Business
Marketing
Arts component:
Cultural Studies
History, Politics and
Society
Graduates of the Business/Arts degree are equipped with the
critical analysis skills and management expertise to help them
succeed in the field of business and the arts and media sector.
Business students may choose to undertake a 300-hour
internship with a business as an elective which, depending on the
major chosen, may count as two units toward their degree.
Writing
Course Structure
Majors/
Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
16 units:
No majors
• All units from Part A, and
Major areas of study
include fiction and
non-fiction; writing
for stage and screen;
autobiography, memoir
and biography;
journalism; editing and
publishing.
Graduates will be eligible for membership of the Australian Society
of Authors, The Australian Writers Guild, the NSW Writers Centre,
and the Northern Rivers Writers Centre or other local writer’s
organisation.
• All units from Part B, and
• 4 units from Part C
Typical career paths include fiction and non-fiction writing,
journalism, writing for film, television and theatre, editing and
publishing, marketing and public relations, literary criticism, writing
reviews and social commentary, essay writing as well as positions
in the public service and arts related industries.
Creative and Performing Arts
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Bachelor of Contemporary Music
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
The Bachelor of Contemporary Music degree at Southern 3 years; Session
1 - check page
Cross University offers students learning in a music
one for dates.
industry environment and engages them from the start of
this course. Students can specialise in performance, music
industry, professional studies and/or music education.
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
L
$ 51,600
Creative and Performing Arts
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Lecturers are all practising musicians and well connected
in the industry. The creative vibe on campus draws
inspiration from the rich music scene of the North Coast
of New South Wales, including annual events such as
Splendour in the Grass and the Byron Bay Blues and
Roots Festival.
Part A
Part B
Contemporary Music Theory I
Introduction to Music Technology
Music Practice I
Contemporary Music Styles
Songwriting
Applied Musicianship
Internet Music Marketing
Music Practice II
Music Industry Studies
Performance
Performance I
Performance II
Performance III
Performance IV
Ensemble I
Ensemble II
Ensemble III
Advanced Musicianship
Professional Studies
Sound Theory and Recording
Technique
Plus 7 from the following:
Professional Placement
Bachelor of Media
About this Course
Duration and
Intake Month
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Media explores narratives in all its forms –
visual, textual and sound. Students have the opportunity to
develop the essential critical and practical skills required for
work in a variety of media industries.
3 years;
Session 1 check page one
for dates
L
$51,600
Excellent production facilities include digital workstations
and labs, radio and television studios and location recording
equipment. Professional placement and media project units
are features of the course, providing practical experience
in content research, production distribution and industry
standard portfolio development. Students also develop skills
in networking, collaboration and project management.
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any band
The Media degree at Southern Cross University has strong
links to the vibrant growing creative industries of Northern
NSW and beyond. Our graduates are critical and creative
thinkers, technologically adaptable, entrepreneurial and
imaginative and ready for work in the digital media industry.
Part A
Theory in Practice: Issues in Media
Studies
The Big Picture: Global Media
Professional Placement
Telling Tales: Introduction to Digital
Storytelling
Caught in the Web: Designing for the
Digital Space
Written Communication
From the Bard to Bart: Media and
Popular Culture
Indigenous Ways of Cultural Expression
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Arts Industry Studies
Music Industry Studies
The Independent Musician
Plus 5 from the following:
Digital Art and Design I
From Page to Production: Essential
Screen Skills
Events Management
Contemporary Music Theory II
Sound Theory and Recording
Technique
Global Perspectives in Music
Advanced Songwriting and
Arrangement
Sounds, Beats and the Home Studio
Advanced Live Sound Production
Advanced Recording Studio Production
Arts Project
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any band
Part B
Journalism
Media Design
Screen
The Fourth Estate: News Journalism
Hot Topics: Feature Journalism
True Stories: Factual Media
Making Radio: Production Essentials
‘Net Works: Online Media Design
Arts Industry Studies
Digital Photography I
Plus 1 from the following:
The Rebirth of Frankenstein: Media
and New Technologies Studies
This Sporting Life: Sports Media
Once Upon a Time: Media Genres
To Be Continued: Media Project
Arts Project
Design
Digital Art and Design I
Cartoon ‘Net Works: Online Animation
‘Net Works: Online Media Design
Arts Industry Studies
From Page to Production: Essential
Screen Skills
Plus 2 from the following:
Digital Art and Design II
From Page to Production: Essential
Screen Skills
Visions of Light: Crafting the Magic
of Film
Reel Time: Cinema in a Social Context
Act One: Screenwriting
Cartoon ‘Net Works: Online Animation
Arts Industry Studies
Plus 2 from the following:
Making Radio: Production Essentials
The Rebirth of Frankenstein: Media
and New Technologies Studies
‘Net Works: Online Media Design
This Sporting Life: Sports Media
Once Upon a Time: Media Genres
To Be Continued: Media Project
Digital Photography I
Arts Project
Act One: Screenwriting
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
Professional Studies (encompasses
composition, music production and
practical music)
Graduates work in the entertainment industry as performers,
recording and mastering engineers, recording studio managers,
and in other music-related businesses. Graduates combining the
degree with the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) can also teach
music at secondary level.
• All units from Part A,
and
• Two 8-unit majors from
Part B
Music Industry
Music Education
Graduates may become members of the Australasian Performing
Performance (guitar, bass, keyboards,
Rights Association, International Association for the Study of
voice or drums)
Popular Music, and The International Society for Music Education.
Please note: Entry into the Performance Major
is restricted. The Performance Major has a
prerequisite of demonstration of aptitude through
an audition prior to commencement of the
Performance Major.
Music Education
Studies in Western Art Music
Advanced Studies in Western Art and
Contemporary Music
Ensemble Direction and Arranging
Advanced Musicianship
Contemporary Music Theory II
Plus 3 from the following:
Music Practice III
Music Practice IV
Sound Theory and Recording
Technique
Performance III
Performance IV
Ensemble III
Global Perspectives in Music
Advanced Songwriting and
Arrangement
Sounds, Beats and the Home Studio
Music Composition Techniques
Advanced Live Sound Production
Arts Project
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
Screen
• All units from Part A,
and
Journalism
• One 8-unit major from
Part B, and
Media and Society
Graduates work in journalism, film and television, radio, multimedia
and online production, teaching, publishing, marketing and public
relations as well as in editing and production. Students have
had their work published in a variety of regional, national and
international publications and our graduates have worked with
numerous media organisations including APN News and Media,
ABC Radio and TV, SBS TV and News Limited.
• Another 8-unit major
from Part B or an 8-unit
University-wide major
or 8 electives from
across the University
or an 8-unit major from
the Bachelor of Arts or
Social Science (subject
to Head of School
approval)
Media Design
Additional majors are available for
this course from across the University
including Arts, Humanities and
University-wide majors (see Part C
below).
The Bachelor of Media includes a compulsory professional
placement unit at the closing stages of the degree. This unit
enables students to undertake practical workplace experience
within media organisations.
Media and Society
Part C
8-unit University-wide major in:
The Rebirth of Frankenstein: Media
and New Technologies Studies
The Fourth Estate: News Journalism
Hot Topics: Feature Journalism
Reel Time: Cinema in a Social Context
This Sporting Life: Sports Media
Once Upon a Time: Media Genres
Arts Project
Plus 1 from the following:
Arts Industry Studies
Australia, Asia and the World
Subjects and Citizens
Space, Place and Travel
EcoCultural Studies
Philosophy on Screen: Film and
Television
Gender, Sexuality and Culture
Second 8-unit major from Part B:
Law and Justice
Organisational Management
Education
Natural Medicine
Sport Management
Sustainability
Indigenous Australian Studies
8-unit Social Science major in:
Screen
Journalism
Media Design
Media and Society
8 Electives:
Any undergraduate unit offered by the
University
Government and Policy Studies
Counselling
Social Welfare
Community Studies
8-unit Arts major in:
Cultural Studies
History, Politics, Society
Writing
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Course Structure
Creative and Performing Arts
From Page to Production: Essential
Screen Skills
Events Management
Music Practice III
Music Practice IV
Global Perspectives in Music
Advanced Songwriting and
Arrangement
Sounds, Beats and the Home Studio
Music Composition Techniques
Audio Visual Synchronisation
Advanced Live Sound Production
Advanced Recording Studio Production
Arts Project
Many students perform at north coast entertainment venues, taking
advantage of the rich music environment. Public performances are
also part of the assessment process.
For a list of units in Part C majors and
all undergraduate units offered by the
University visit www.scu.edu.au/courses
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
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Bachelor of Visual Arts
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Visual Arts provides a comprehensive
grounding in practical and theoretical aspects of
contemporary visual arts practice. Students develop their
skills working in well-equipped, purpose-built studios
for painting, printmaking, 3-dimensional art (including
ceramics and bronze casting), drawing, photography
and digital arts, under the guidance of staff who are all
practising artists. The theoretical component of the course
instils an appreciation of both contemporary and historical
perspectives. Southern Cross University is committed
to providing a diverse and rich studio experience in an
atmosphere that nurtures and inspires creativity.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L
$51,600
Part A
Part B
Arts Industry and Media Arts
Introduction to Visual Culture
Framing Modernity
Visual Arts Studio Studies I: Foundation
Visual Arts Studio Studies II *
Design
Studio Drawing I
Visual Arts Studio Studies III *
Visual Arts Studio Studies IV *
Visual Arts Studio Studies V *
Visual Arts Studio Studies VI *
Arts Industry and Technology
Contemporary Debates in Visual
Culture
Australian Visual Cultures
Arts Industry Studies
Plus 5 from the following:
Digital Art and Design I
Digital Art and Design II
Digital Art and Design III
Digital Photography I
‘Net Works: Online Media Design
Cartoon ‘Net Works: Online Animation
From Page to Production: Essential
Screen Skills
Professional Placement
Arts Project
Contemporary Debates in Visual
Culture
Australian Visual Cultures
Arts Industry Studies
Plus 5 from the following:
Digital Art and Design I
Digital Art and Design II
Digital Art and Design III
Photography II
Digital Photography I
Studio Drawing II
Studio Drawing III
Professional Placement
Studio Elective I (Visual Arts)
Entry by portfolio/
interview and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any band
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
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Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
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About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) was
developed in consultation with state and national
accrediting bodies. The course is distinctive in terms of its
child-centred philosophy and is supported by up-to-date
evidence on best practice in the early years, including
research being undertaken through the Centre for Children
and Young People, which is co-located with the School
of Education. The course includes extensive professional
experience so that students gain practice working with
children from birth to eight years.
4 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L, CH,
THL
Part A
English Education I: Foundations
Mathematics Education I: Curriculum
and Pedagogy
Creative Arts Education I: Foundations
Introduction to Teaching
Human Society and its Environments
Education I: Foundations
Understanding Children and Young
People
Pedagogy in Practice I: Basic Skills and
Strategies
Play and Pedagogies in the Early Years
English Education II: Curriculum and
Pedagogy
Mathematics Education II: Curriculum
and Pedagogy
Creative Arts Education II: Curriculum
and Pedagogy
Personal Development, Health and
Physical Education I: Foundations
Learning Technologies
Sociology of Children, Family and
Communities
Constructions of Childhood
Early Childhood Principles and Practice
$57,920
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 7.5 with no less
than 8.0 in Speaking
and Listening and no
less than 7.0 in Reading
and Writing
Note: IELTS is not required where
the assessable entry qualification
is from a country where English
is the main language and where
the medium of instruction for that
qualification was English.
Science and Technology Education I:
Foundations
Personal Development, Health and
Physical Education II: Curriculum
and Pedagogy
Supporting Learners with Diverse
Abilities
Indigenous Australians in Education
Mathematics Education III: Issues
English Education III: Issues
Pedagogy in Practice II: Quality
Teaching
Science and Technology Education II:
Curriculum and Pedagogy
Transition to Teaching
Positive Behaviour Support
Investigating Issues in Early Childhood
Leadership and Advocacy in Early
Childhood
Education and Care III: Professional
Pathways
Education and Care I: Preschoolers
Education and Care II: Infants and
Toddlers
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
24 units:
Core Studies:
• All units from Part A,
and
Studio studies: 3D studies, painting, printmaking
Art theory
Studio drawing
Design
Graduates work as professional and community artists,
designers, arts administrators, educators, curators and
arts writers. Graduates are employed by the private
and public sectors or are self-employed. Graduates
combining the degree with the Bachelor of Education
(Secondary) can also teach art at secondary level.
• 8 units from one of the
majors in Part B
Major in either:
Arts Industry and Technology: photography,
digital art and design, studio drawing
Arts Industry and Media Arts: online media,
photography, online animation, digital art and
design, screen production basics
Our graduates have featured in some of Australia’s
most prestigious art awards and their work regularly
features in commercial and public galleries nationally and
internationally.
Students have the opportunity to undertake internships
with the dynamic arts industries of the NSW North Coast.
They can also study for a session at universities overseas
including the prestigious Pratt Institute in New York.
I graduated in April 2006 with a Bachelor of Visual Arts, majoring in sculpture. I am currently a professional Mural Artist
and a Master Scuba Diver Trainer. As a Mural Artist I set forth proposals to different organisations, businesses, and private
investors for large scale mural painting projects around the world…I have recently started my own company called Bent
Tree Anomaly, LLC and built my own website, www.sethcre8s.com
I had always considered myself artistic, however, it wasn’t until I had finished my Visual Arts course at SCU that I was able
to call myself an artist. It was a struggle for me in the beginning because I was forced to search for meaning in the work
that I was doing. I am so grateful for that provocation now... to really learn the rules so that now I not only know them but
I can challenge them. This is a key element in everything I do! SCU also allowed me to mould the visual arts course in a
way that was unique for me. I was able to propose my own curriculum for my final year which gave me the opportunity to
propose and execute a 500 square metre mural for Ballina Shire Council and receive university credit for it.
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Bachelor of Visual Arts
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Course Structure
I think the staff and fellow students and the camaraderie with both were the elements that truly made my experience
at SCU exceptional. I had arrived in Australia not knowing anyone and knowing very little about the country. I was
accepted immediately and warmly and was often called upon to offer a different view on issues raised. And of course the
international department was OUTSTANDING in helping me feel comfortable in a new place!
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
32 units:
No majors
• All units from Part A
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
Students gain extensive teaching practice in childcare centres,
kindergartens, schools and other recognised early childhood services.
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
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Graduates of this degree can pursue teaching opportunities in
kindergartens, early primary schools, pre-schools, childcare centres and
other early childhood services.
Education
This course is approved by the NSW Institute of Teachers and also
endorsed by the NSW Department of Community Services. Usually, teacher
The course focuses on
understanding the education, education qualifications approved in NSW are recognised nationally and
internationally, but students need to check with potential employers and
care and development of
other teacher registration authorities in other states, territories and countries
children; childhood studies;
regarding accreditation standards. Note: For graduates from a non-English
and curriculum studies.
speaking background, the minimum requirement for Provisional and
Conditional Accreditation by the NSW Institute of Teachers after completion
of an Education degree is IELTS 7.5 with a minimum of 8.0 in Listening and
Speaking, and a minimum of 7.0 in Reading and Writing.
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Bachelor of Education (Primary)
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This course prepares students to work with primary school 4 years; Session
children, aged from five to 12 years, and is recognised
1 - check page
Australia-wide as well as in many other countries.
one for dates.
Graduates are highly regarded in the primary teaching
profession because of the quality of their preparation for
professional practice.
L, CH
$57,920
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 7.5 with no less
than 8.0 in Speaking
and Listening and no
less than 7.0 in Reading
and Writing
Note: IELTS is not required where
the assessable entry qualification
is from a country where English
is the main language and where
the medium of instruction for that
qualification was English
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Part A
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English Education I: Foundations
English Education II: Curriculum and
Pedagogy
Mathematics Education I: Curriculum
and Pedagogy
Mathematics Education II: Curriculum
and Pedagogy
Human Society and its Environments
Education II: Curriculum and
Pedagogy
Science and Technology Education I:
Foundations
Science and Technology Education II:
Curriculum and Pedagogy
Creative Arts Education I: Foundations
Creative Arts Education II: Curriculum
and Pedagogy
Personal Development, Health and
Physical Education I: Foundations
Personal Development, Health and
Physical Education II: Curriculum
and Pedagogy
Supporting Learners with Diverse
Abilities
Indigenous Australians in Education
Learning Technologies
Introduction to Teaching
Human Society and its Environments
Education I: Foundations
Sociology of Children, Family and
Communities
Transition to Teaching
Curriculum and Programming
Mathematics Education III: Issues
English Education III: Issues
Understanding Children and Young
People
Positive Behaviour Support
Pedagogy in Practice I: Basic Skills and
Strategies
Pedagogy in Practice II: Quality
Teaching
Pedagogy in Practice III: Differentiation
Pedagogy in Practice IV: Professional
Pathways
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) (Graduate Entry)
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This Education degree offers graduates of disciplines other
than Education the opportunity to gain the necessary
qualifications to become a secondary school teacher in
a curriculum specialisation. The curriculum specialisation
units are generally delivered by practising teachers who
bring first-hand experience to lectures and tutorials.
School-based, professional experience enables student
teachers to put theory into practice as they observe and
reflect on the dynamics of the classroom. It also provides
the opportunity to become acquainted with the formal
and informal aspects of what occurs in classrooms and
secondary schools.
2 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L, CH,
THR
Part A
Part B
Education Studies
Teaching and Learning
Supporting Learners with Diverse
Abilities
Learning Technologies
Language, Literacy and Diversity
Professional Experience I
Professional Experience II
School Internship
Positive Behaviour Support
Computing Studies/Information
Technology Curriculum
Curriculum Specialisation: Personal
Development, Health, Physical
Education I (Movement)
Curriculum Specialisation: Personal
Development, Health, Physical
Education II (Lifestyle)
Curriculum Specialisation: Music I
Curriculum Specialisation: Music II
Curriculum Specialisation:
Mathematics I
$28,960
Qualification equivalent
to an Australian
Bachelor degree in a
relevant discipline and
Academic IELTS 7.5
with no less than 8.0 in
Speaking and Listening
and no less than 7.0 in
Reading and Writing
Note: IELTS is not required where
the assessable entry qualification
is from a country where English
is the main language and where
the medium of instruction for that
qualification was English.
Curriculum Specialisation:
Mathematics II
Curriculum Specialisation: Visual Arts I
Curriculum Specialisation: Visual Arts II
Curriculum Specialisation: Science I
Curriculum Specialisation: Science II
Curriculum Specialisation: Human
Society and its Environment I
Curriculum Specialisation: Human
Society and its Environment II
Curriculum Specialisation: English I
Curriculum Specialisation: English II
Curriculum Specialisation: Technology
Studies I
Curriculum Specialisation: Technology
Studies II
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
32 units:
No majors
• All units from Part A,
and
The course covers
foundation studies in areas
of teaching and learning,
professional practice,
program design, educational
information technology,
behaviour management,
understanding children
and young people, special
education, and curriculum
studies across six key
learning areas.
The course is approved by the NSW Institute of Teachers. Usually, teacher
education qualifications approved in NSW are recognised nationally and
internationally, but students need to check with potential employers and
other teacher registration authorities in other states, territories and countries
regarding accreditation standards. Note: For graduates from a non-English
speaking background, the minimum requirement for Provisional and
Conditional Accreditation by the NSW Institute of Teachers after completion
of an Education degree is IELTS 7.5 with a minimum of 8.0 in Listening and
Speaking, and a minimum of 7.0 in Reading and Writing.
• 2 units or one doubleweighted unit from Part
B, and
• 3 units from Part C
Graduates may be employed as primary teachers, after-school care
coordinators, tutors and community/environment/outdoors educators.
During the first year of the course, students are placed in schools to
observe teaching and learning, culminating in a block practicum. In-school
experiences continue throughout each year of the course.
Part B
Part C
Either
Professional Learning Project
Or
Extended Education Project *
Extended Education Project
Co-operative Learning Skills in the
Classroom
Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Languages (TESOL)
Teaching the Gifted
Understanding Educational Research
Assessment and Reporting
Environmental Education
Outdoor Education I
Music and Children
Children’s Literature
Storytelling
Personal Safety and Sexual Health in
Adolescence
Drug and Alcohol Education
Independent Study – Education I
Independent Study – Education II
* Double-weighted unit
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Education
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
16 units:
English – L, CH, THR
• All units from Part A,
and
Music – L
• Not less than two
sequential units
in a curriculum
specialisation from Part
B, and
Visual Arts – L, CH, THR
• For all students except
BHMS graduates, 5
approved elective units,
which may be from
Part C, and
Technology and Design
Studies – L, CH, THR
The course is approved by the NSW Institute of Teachers. Usually, teacher
education qualifications approved in NSW are recognised nationally and
internationally, but students need to check with potential employers and
other teacher registration authorities in other states, territories and countries
regarding accreditation standards. Note: For graduates from a non-English
speaking background, the minimum requirement for Provisional and
Conditional Accreditation by the NSW Institute of Teachers after completion
of an Education degree is IELTS 7.5 with a minimum of 8.0 in Listening and
Speaking, and a minimum of 7.0 in Reading and Writing.
• For BHMS graduates
only – all units from
Part B.
Science – L, CH, THR
Human Society and its
Environment* – L, CH, THR
Mathematics – L, CH, THR
*History, Geography, Society and
Culture, Business Studies, Legal
Studies, Economics, Indigenous
Studies, Commerce
Part C
Movement Skills I
Movement Skills II
Movement Concepts in Education
Personal Safety and Sexual Health in
Adolescence
Drug and Alcohol Education
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In addition to teaching in secondary schools, graduates also work in a
range of training and development settings in industry, the public service,
and in tourist resorts as recreational or activities officers.
Students complete a program of practical in-school teaching experiences
throughout the course, culminating in a 7-week in-school internship to
demonstrate their independent, professional capabilities as secondary
school teachers.
Part D – PDHPE
Specialisation
Note: This specialisation is only available to
students undertaking the combined degree
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science,
Bachelor of Education (Secondary).
Introduction to Personal Development,
Health and Physical Education
(PDHPE)
Physical Education Studies I: Athletics
and Aquatics
Physical Education Studies II: Dance
and Gymnastics
Promoting the Health and Wellbeing of
Young People
Contemporary Health Issues for Young
People
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
With approval from the Course Co-ordinator, full list of units, please refer to the course
Curriculum Specialisation units can also be listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
completed on a cross-institutional basis for For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
Curriculum Specialisations not offered by
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Southern Cross University.
Not all curriculum specialisations may
be available. Applicants are advised to
check with the School of Education prior to
lodging their application.
Students wishing to complete a second
Curriculum Specialisation unit in discipline
areas where only one Curriculum
Specialisation unit is offered may elect
to do an Independent Study unit directed
towards that discipline area. One unit in a
Curriculum Specialisation is required for a
secondary teaching subject.
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Combined Degrees with Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Duration and
Intake
Southern Cross University’s combined degrees in
4 years; Session
secondary education are four-year combined study
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programs which provide the qualification necessary to one for dates.
teach selected curriculum areas within the secondary
education sector. There are a range of courses from
which to choose:
Campus Total Tuition Fee
(2011 Comm.)
L, CH
• Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education
(Secondary)
• Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Education
(Secondary)
• Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, Bachelor
of Education (Secondary), and
Admission
Requirements
BA, BEd(Sec) $58,720 Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
BSc, BEd(Sec)
with required entry grade
$67,200
for courses other than
BSES, BEd(Sec)
Bachelor of Visual Arts,
$67,200
Bachelor of Education
BVA, BEd(Sec)
(Secondary) (where entry
$63,840
is by portfolio/interview)
and Academic IELTS 7.5
with no less than 8.0 in
Speaking and Listening
and no less than 7.0 in
Reading and Writing
• Bachelor of Visual Arts, Bachelor of Education
(Secondary)
Note: IELTS is not required where
the assessable entry qualification
is from a country where English
is the main language and where
the medium of instruction for that
qualification was English.
Education
www.scu.edu.au/international
About this Course
Environmental Science and Management
www.scu.edu.au/international
Bachelor of Environmental Science
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About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee
(2011 Comm.)
Admission
Requirements
The Bachelor of Environmental Science aims
to produce graduates who can manage the
environment for future generations and focuses on
building a scientific knowledge and practical skills
in land, water, flora and fauna conservation. The
degree offers three majors (Coastal Management;
Environmental Resource Management; and Fisheries
and Aquaculture Management) and it is possible to
complete the degree with a double major. Students
can also elect to complete an internship working with
government and industry partners.
3 years (single
major), 3.5 years
(double major);
Session 1, 2 check page one
for dates.
L
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any band
Part A
Part B
Biology
Ecology
Global Environmental Issues
Chemistry
Earth Systems II: The Hydrosphere
Earth Systems I: The Lithosphere
Environmental Information
Management
Environmental Information Analysis
Environmental Mapping
Coastal Management
Coastal Marine Ecosystems
Principles of Coastal Resource
Management
Extension and Professional Practice in
Natural Resource Management
Environmental Planning
Protected Area Management
Plant Identification and Conservation
Integrated Project *
Single major: $54,960
Double major:
$64,120
Environmental Resource
Management
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Management
Wildlife Conservation
Soil Processes
Water and Catchment Management
Land Degradation and Rehabilitation
Plant Identification and Conservation
Ecotechnology for Water Management
Integrated Project *
Extension and Professional Practice in
Natural Resource Management
Coastal Marine Ecosystems
Wetland Ecosystems
Fisheries Biology
Aquaculture Management
Fisheries Management
Integrated Project *
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
32 units
BA, BEd(Sec): English, Society and
Culture, History or Geography, Professional
Experience – L, CH
The courses are approved by the NSW Institute of Teachers.
Usually, teacher education qualifications approved in
NSW are recognised nationally and internationally, but
students need to check with potential employers and other
teacher registration authorities in other states, territories
and countries regarding accreditation standards. Note:
For graduates from a non-English speaking background,
the minimum requirement for Provisional and Conditional
Accreditation by the NSW Institute of Teachers after
completion of an Education degree is IELTS 7.5 with a
minimum of 8.0 in Listening and Speaking, and a minimum
of 7.0 in Reading and Writing.
For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the
relevant course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Please note that not all units are
offered in each study period and
that some may only be available by
distance education or online. For
unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
BSc, BEd(Sec): Biology, Chemistry Physics,
Curriculum Studies, Educational Studies,
Professional Experience – L
BSES, BEd(Sec): Exercise Science,
Movement Studies, School-based Health
Promotion, Personal Development, Health
and Physical Education, Curriculum Studies,
Professional Experience – L
BVA, BEd(Sec): Painting, Printmaking, 3D
In addition to teaching in secondary schools and colleges,
Studies, Digital Art, Photography, Visual Art
graduates also work in a range of training and development
Curriculum Studies, Professional Experience – L
settings in industry, and the public service.
Education students complete a program of practical inschool teaching experiences in the course, culminating in
a seven-week in-school internship to demonstrate their
independent, professional capabilities as secondary school
teachers.
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units (single major):
Coastal Management
• All units from Part A, and
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Management
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Environment Institute of
Australia.
• The relevant 8-unit major
sequence from Part B, and
• 7 elective units from Parts
B and/or C, or other
approved units
28 units (double major):
• 24 units as per single
major, and
• 4 units from a major
from Part B not already
completed
Part C
Graduates may gain employment in an ever-expanding range of areas
including national parks and protected area management, environmental
protection, environmental impact assessment and monitoring,
environmental education and interpretation, sustainable forestry,
fisheries management, aquaculture, ecotourism, and land/river/coast
care programs. The private sector and all tiers of government employ
increasing numbers of our graduates as environmental managers.
Students have the opportunity to undertake an industry internship
during their studies for practical experience to supplement the theory
components of the course.
Introduction to Geographic Information
Systems
Coastlines – Diversity, Dynamics and
Risks
Coastal Biogeochemistry
Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis
Internship Study
Plant Identification and Conservation
Coastal Marine Ecosystems
Protected Area Management
Principles of Coastal Resource
Management
Environmental Planning
Extension and Professional Practice in
Natural Resource Management
Integrated Project
Soil Processes
Water and Catchment Management
Land Degradation and Rehabilitation
Wildlife Conservation
Ecotechnology for Water Management
Fisheries Biology
Fisheries Management
Wetland Ecosystems
Aquaculture Management
* Double-weighted unit
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
www.scu.edu.au/international
Ecological Restoration and Monitoring
Marine Mammals: Biology and
Conservation
Cultural Heritage Science
Environmental Chemistry
Ecological and Environmental
Economics for Sustainable
Development
Waste Technology
Fire Ecology and Management
Plant Physiology and Ecology
Forest Modelling and Management
Natural Resources Policy
Environmental Resource
Management
Environmental Science and Management
Course Structure
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Majors/Specialisations
Education
Course Structure
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Environmental Science and Management
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Bachelor of Forest Science and Management
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee
(2011 Comm.)
Admission
Requirements
Forest management is a science concerned with the
nature of forest ecosystems and how they can best
be managed not only for timber but for biodiversity
conservation, protection of catchments, storage of
carbon and other essential functions.
The Bachelor of Forest Science and Management
was designed in consultation with a range of forestry
stakeholders to meet a shortage of degree-qualified
foresters.
Our forestry graduates develop many skills
and understand the multi-faceted aspects of
sustainable resource management. They also have
the opportunity to specialise in small or largescale plantations, restoration forestry, provision
of environmental services, wood utilisation, forest
inventory and planning, or international forestry.
4 years; Session
1, 2 - check
page one for
dates.
L
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any band.
Part A
Soil Processes
Land Degradation and Rehabilitation
Biology
Ecology
Plant Identification and Conservation
Global Environmental Issues
Chemistry
Native Forest Silviculture
Forest Operations
Plantation Silviculture
Wood Science and Utilisation
Forest Health: Pest and Disease
Management
Agroforestry and Farm Forestry
Forest Modelling and Management
Natural Resources Policy
Extension and Advisory Services
Earth Systems I: The Lithosphere
Introduction to Geographic Information
Systems
Environmental Information
Management
Environmental Information Analysis
Environmental Mapping
Bachelor of Marine Science and Management
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Marine Science and Management combines
marine science with contemporary management concepts to
equip graduates with the skill set sought by employers in this field.
The course develops practical field skills in a range of subtropical
coastal and marine environments, including the Solitary Islands
Marine Park. Further highlights include the intensive marine
mammals and coral reef study units. The marine mammals unit
explores the biology and ecology of whales, dolphins and other
marine mammals and highlights the major conservation and
management issues that threaten these extraordinary species. The
coral reefs unit integrates the material taught throughout the final
year and involves an extended field trip to coral reef sites in the
Great Barrier Reef.
After completing two years of the course in Lismore, students
attend intensive six-day teaching periods in Coffs Harbour to
study specialist marine science units such as oceanic systems,
global climate change, marine pollution and marine ecosystem
management, which are taught at the National Marine Science
Centre (NMSC), a specialised marine teaching and research facility.
3 years; Session
1, 2 - check
page one for
dates.
L (first
2 years)
and
NMSC
(3rd year)
Part A
Part B
Biology
Ecology
Fisheries Biology
Coastal Marine Ecosystems
Wetland Ecosystems
Global Environmental Issues
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Ecological and Environmental
Economics for Sustainable
Development
Earth Systems II: The Hydrosphere
Extension and Professional Practice in
Natural Resource Management
Fire Ecology and Management
Plant Physiology and Ecology
Measuring Trees and Forests
$73,280
Chemistry
Earth Systems II: The Hydrosphere
Earth Systems I: The Lithosphere
Environmental Information
Management
Environmental Information Analysis
Environmental Mapping
Environmental Chemistry
Marine Systems Science and
Management
Survey Design
Science for Management
Marine Communities as Sentinels of
Change
Global Climate and Oceans Systems
$54,960
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
12 with required
entry grade and
Academic IELTS
6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any
band
Sustainable Use of the Marine
Environment
Pollution of the Marine Environment
Coral Reefs on the Edge
Marine Mammals: Biology and
Conservation
Coastlines – Diversity, Dynamics and
Risks
Soil Processes
Course Structure Majors/
Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
32 units:
• All units from
Part A, and
• 6 units from
Part B, or other
approved units
This course meets the requirements for membership of the Institute of Foresters of
Australia.
The National Association of Forest Industries has indicated that strong industry
growth will continue to increase demand for degree-qualified foresters. The estate of
plantations in Australia has doubled in size in the last decade, to two million hectares.
Native forests continue to be important sources of high-value wood, and require
managers not only in public forest agencies but in national parks departments where
the focus is on fire management, weed and feral animal control, and a host of issues.
The Forestry industries in the Green Triangle of Australia (Auspine, ForestrySA, GTFP,
HVP, and ITC) are strongly supportive of the course and its graduates.
Forestry graduates are typically employed in: field forestry in plantation establishment
and management, use of geographic information systems, natural resource
management and environmental planning, native forest management, fire prevention
and control, forest resource assessment, policy development, pest and disease
management, agroforestry and farm forestry advisory services, forest growth modelling
and yield prediction, international forestry focused on developing countries, reserve
management and forestry research.
Students complete 16 weeks of practical workplace experience in a forestry-related
area during their studies.
No majors
The course provides
graduates with a
strong foundation in
forest science, which
incorporates fieldbased practicals and
interactive tutorials.
It also focuses on
the business aspects
of industrial forest
management, while
acknowledging
the importance of
alternatives such
as small-scale farm
forestry, mixed-species
plantations, and
managed private native
forests.
Financial Information for Decision
Making
Water and Catchment Management
Community Development
Wildlife Conservation
Protected Area Management
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
Graduates are eligible for membership of the Environment Institute of
Australia and New Zealand.
Graduates are employed within the public and private environmental
sectors as consultant marine park planners, marine biologists and
ecologists, marine reserve officers, project officers, technical officers,
and state coordinators. Graduates also have opportunities to develop
careers as marine researchers by undertaking marine research for
Honours and postgraduate research degrees.
Students have the opportunity to undertake an industry internship
during their studies for practical experience to supplement the theory
components of the course.
Importantly the course content was relevant.
The case studies used by many lecturers
were based on their experiences in the Pacific
* This course has been replaced by the Bachelor of Environmental Science Islands.
and the Bachelor of Marine Science and Management.
There’s no doubt that the course I studied
I studied the Bachelor of Applied Science,
at SCU has helped me with carrying out my
double majoring in Marine Science and
duties as a Senior Fisheries Officer both in the
Management, and Fisheries and Aquaculture. field and with management of staff.
I am now a Senior Fisheries Officer with the
Studying at SCU gave me the opportunity
Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries in Samoa to study at both Lismore and Coffs Harbour
It is difficult to choose the one best thing
where I met people from a mix of cultures
about my course, as it was all excellent, but
and backgrounds. Plus, Coffs Harbour had
the assistance provided by the lecturers, and great views and excellent shopping and the
tutors was what I remember the most.
international student community gathered
Ulusapeti Tiitii
Samoa
Bachelor of Applied Science *
Soil Processes
Water and Catchment Management
Land Degradation and Rehabilitation
Wildlife Conservation
Plant Identification and Conservation
Fisheries Management
Protected Area Management
Ecological Restoration and Monitoring
Aquaculture Management
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/
courses
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
No majors
This degree combines marine science
with contemporary management
concepts. The course includes marine
mammals and coral reef units with
a strong focus on conservation and
management issues that challenge the
marine environment. Additional specialist
marine science units include oceanic
systems, marine pollution, survey design,
global climate change and marine
ecosystem management.
Part C
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
Principles of Coastal Resource
Management
Ecological and Environmental
Economics for Sustainable
Development
Ecotechnology for Water Management
Waste Technology
Environmental Planning
Fire Ecology and Management
Plant Physiology and Ecology
Forest Modelling and Management
nearly every weekend for BBQ and fun.
The night life was also brilliant and we always
felt safe around the area.
I am also proud that I was the only Samoan
at SCU during my studies, not forgetting the
network established between myself and
other Pacific Islanders – a connection that will
last forever.
Natural Resources Policy
Introduction to Geographic Information
Systems
Coastal Biogeochemistry
Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis
Legislation, Administration and
Communication
Integrated Project *
Cultural Heritage Science
Internship Study
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24 units
• All units from Part
A, and
• At least 9 units
from Part B, and
• Up to 3 elective
units from Parts B
and/or C, or other
approved units
Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Statistics I
Marketing Research
Human Resource Management
Managing Organisations in a Global
Context
Caring for Kuntri: Indigenous
Environmental Management
Ecological Restoration and Monitoring
Environmental Planning
Product Development and Marketing
Writing Place: Landscapes, Memory,
History
Independent Study – Science I
Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis
Environmental Science and Management
Part B
* Double-weighted unit
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
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Diploma of Sport Management (Surfing Studies)
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Diploma of Sport Management (Surfing Studies) was
developed in response to industry demand and in conjunction
with Surfing Australia to provide the knowledge and skills
required of employees and managers in the ever-expanding
global surf industry. Our graduates are academically qualified
specialists in the Australian and international surfing industry
and this course provides a business management qualification
with excellent employment outcomes.
1 year; Session
1, 2 - check
page one for
dates.
THR
$18,736
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any
band
The curriculum provides a balance of sport management
theory and the study of surf culture (surfing studies), practical
components for personal development and involves work
experience in the industry. The Diploma of Sport Management
(Surfing Studies) also provides a pathway to the Bachelor of
Sport and Exercise Science.
Units
Sport Management (Surfing)
Sport Marketing (Surfing)
Sport Events (Surfing)
Sport Media (Surfing)
Sport Business (Surfing)
Surfing Culture
Surfing Technology and Skills
Internship
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Health and Human Sciences
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
3 years; Session
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science developed out
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of a need to provide qualified professionals for employment
one for dates.
in the fields of sport, health fitness and rehabilitation. These
areas are currently expanding and offer increased employment
opportunities both in Australia and overseas.
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
L
$56,208
Field experience is a feature of the course. It provides the
opportunity to apply theory and knowledge in practical
settings enabling students to develop a professional approach
to training and preparation as a sport manager, exercise
scientist, or health and fitness consultant.
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any
band
The sport and exercise science program at Southern
Cross University is also formally recognised by the National
Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) of America as
successfully meeting its established educational criteria.
Part A
Exercise Physiology
Mechanics for Movement
Human Physiology
Human Anatomy
Principles of Behaviour in Physical
Activity
Sport and Exercise Psychology
Principles and Practices of Sport and
Exercise Science
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Sports Conditioning and Training
Methods
Professional Preparation
Sport and the Law
Research and Analysis in Health
Sport Management Principles
Nutrition for Health and Physical
Activity
Part B
Sport Management
Sport Organisation Leadership
Sport Promotion and Public Relations
Sport Marketing
Sports Policy and Planning
Sport Facilities and Events
Sport Economics and Finance
Sport Business
Professional Practice in Sport and
Exercise I
Professional Practice in Sport and
Exercise II
Exercise Science Advanced Exercise
Physiology
Biomechanics and Kinesiology
Applied Biomechanics
Exercise Biochemistry and Drugs in
Sport
Motor Control
Human Growth, Development and
Ageing
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
8 units:
No majors
• All units listed
below, and
The course provides the necessary
business skills to develop a career in
sport management and surfing including
sport marketing, events planning,
sport media, small business and
entrepreneurship.
This course is endorsed by Surfing Australia, which also delivers the
practical surfing components at their High Performance Centre at
Casuarina, Northern NSW.
• A minimum of 75
hours approved
industry
experience
Graduates are employed in the management of surfboard
manufacturing, surf accessories and clothing manufacturing,
wholesale and retail sales of surfing products, surf tourism, and in
the organisation of surf events and surf schools.
Students can complete 150 hours of industry placement for practical
work experience to complement their studies.
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units
Exercise Science
• All units from
Part A, and
Sport Management
Graduates with the major in Exercise Science will be eligible for full membership as Exercise
Scientists with the Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science (AAESS). As
AAESS members, graduates will also be eligible to apply for Fitness Australia (FA) Fitness
Professional Registration.
• All 10 units
from one major
sequence in Part
B, and
• One elective unit,
which may be
from Part C
Graduates who completed the Sport Management strand will be eligible for admission as
an Associate of the Institute of Sport Management (AISM), upon gaining employment in the
sport and leisure industry.
Graduates can expect to find employment in a variety of sport, recreation, health and
fitness related areas, with government and non-government agencies at the community,
local, state and national levels. Graduates currently work as: personal trainers and fitness
consultants, rehabilitation program consultants, health promotion officers, development
officers with amateur and professional sporting organisations, strength and conditioning
coaches, program staff at sport and recreation centres, activities officers at leisure resorts,
fitness and health centre managers, sports administrators, executive officers with national
and state sporting associations, event managers/coordinators, sport facility managers,
recreation officers in state and local government, sport marketing and media officers,
project officers.
Health and Human Sciences
Course Structure Majors/
Specialisations
Students complete a 3-week internship placement of their choice during their third
year studies, and have the option of an additional internship available to them. These
placements normally occur during the session breaks.
Principles of Exercise Testing and
Prescription
Applied Exercise Testing and
Prescription
Advanced Sport and Exercise
Psychology
Motor Learning
Part C
Graduating Seminar #
Internship
Sport Tourism I
Sport and Exercise Nutrition
#
Required unit if applying for entry to
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science with
Honours
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
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Bachelor of Exercise Science and Nutrition
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Exercise Science and Nutrition could be
described as the ‘wellness’ degree. Adopting a healthy
lifestyle combining regular physical activity with good
nutrition can reduce the risk of premature death or the
onset of cardiovascular disease, some cancers, obesity
and diabetes. Exercise science and nutrition provide a
comprehensive picture of the human body, from the chemical
and biochemical aspects to the muscles and nervous
system. As a result of the increased awareness of these links,
employment opportunities in exercise science and related
health fields have expanded.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L
Health and Human Sciences
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Units
Human Anatomy
Human Physiology
Research and Analysis in Health
Exercise Physiology
Professional Preparation
Sports Conditioning and Training
Methods
Applied Exercise Testing and
Prescription
Biomechanics and Kinesiology
Mechanics for Movement
Independent Study – Human Movement I
Principles of Exercise Testing and
Prescription
Biological Chemistry I (Foundations of
Chemistry)
Biological Chemistry II (Natural Products
Chemistry)
Biochemistry
Human Growth, Development and
Ageing
Food and Nutrition in Health
Life Cycle Nutrition and Diet Therapy
Nutritional Pharmacology and
Biochemistry
Sport and Exercise Nutrition
Principles of Behaviour in Physical
Activity
Sport and Exercise Psychology
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any
band
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
This clinically-oriented health science degree enables students 3 years; Session
1 - check page
to develop an understanding of health and disease and the
process of medical diagnosis. The course enables students
one for dates.
to tailor their study program to meet their specific needs and
interests. A particular stream of study also exists within the
course for those wishing to pursue a professional qualification
in osteopathic medicine.
Part A
Human Anatomy
Human Physiology
Physiological Pathology I
Physiological Pathology II
Clinical Diagnosis I
Clinical Diagnosis II
Food and Nutrition in Health
Research and Analysis in Health
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
L
$55,200
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any
band
Part B
Psychology
Human Structure and Function
Osteopathic Studies
8 units from the following:
Introduction to Psychology I
Introduction to Psychology II
Psychological Assessment
Personality and Social Psychology
Learning and Memory
Research Methods in Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Development across the Lifespan
Physiological Psychology and Sensory
Processes
Quantitative Methods in Psychology
Mechanics for Movement
Biomechanics and Kinesiology
Applied Biomechanics
Introductory Pharmacology
Advanced Visceral Anatomy
Neuroscience
Histology and Embryology
Exercise Biochemistry and Drugs in
Sport
Clinical Studies I
Clinical Studies II
Osteopathic Studies I
Osteopathic Studies II
Osteopathic Studies III
Osteopathic Studies IV
Osteopathic Studies V
Osteopathic Studies VI
In order to meet the first stage of
requirements of the NSW Osteopathy
Registration Board a student must complete
both the major in Human Structure and
Function and the major in Osteopathic
Studies.
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$56,208
In order to complete the Australian
Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)
accredited stream of study, all ten (10) units
must be completed (pending approval).
Course Structure Majors/
Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units
No majors
• All units listed
below
This degree
recognises and
promotes the link
between exercise
science and nutrition
for health and
human performance.
This is reflected
in the curriculum
with a focus on
exercise science,
biochemistry and
nutrition.
This course meets the requirements for entry to postgraduate study leading to
accreditation by the Dietetics Association of Australia. Graduates are also eligible to apply
for membership and undertake further postgraduate courses with the Nutrition Society of
Australia.
Some graduates work with special populations such as the aged, obese children, and
people with disabilities. Others work in personal training with individual sportspeople or
with sporting organisations. Some graduates prefer to work in the specialised area of
cardiac rehabilitation. The course is designed to provide graduates with a wide variety of
career choices in exercise and sport science, community and corporate fitness, and/or
health and wellness. Some graduates also choose to pursue further study at postgraduate
level in dietetics and sports nutrition.
Students can complete 150 hours of additional work experience with associated industries
during the study breaks.
24 units
• All units from
Part A, and
• Two 8-unit
majors from Part
B, or
• 16 elective units
from Part B or
Part C
For students interested in pursuing a career in osteopathy, five years of
Human Structure and Function education and training is required. The first component is the Bachelor of Clinical
Sciences with a double major in Osteopathic Studies and Human Structure and
Psychology
Function. The second component is a two-year Master of Osteopathic Medicine
Complementary Medicine.
offered by Southern Cross University (or equivalent).
The course can also be
Entry level training in osteopathic medicine in NSW is accredited by the NSW
completed without a major,
Osteopaths Registration Board, under the NSW Osteopaths Registration
providing the option to pursue Act. This course was granted Conditional Provisional Accreditation in 2008.
a general study program.
Registration in one state gives registration in every state of Australia and New
A wide range of elective
Zealand, and a national system of registration is due for implementation in 2010.
units is available including
This course provides a potential pathway into graduate entry medicine,
Public and Environmental
physiotherapy, occupational therapy and the second stage of training in
Health, Nutrition, Psychology,
osteopathic medicine. It also prepares students for a variety of career directions
Complementary Medicine,
in the health and education sectors including health centres, resorts, retreats,
Indigenous Health, Exercise
in research, as natural health consultants to the industry sector and within the
Physiology, Biomechanics,
media.
Stress Management,
Neuroscience, Chemistry and Professional placement applies only to those students who have chosen the
osteopathic stream of study.
Biochemistry.
Osteopathic Studies
Complementary Medicine
Part C
8 units from the following:
Introductory Homeopathy
Homeopathic Theory and Practice
History and Foundations of Herbal Medicine
Naturopathic Foundations
Clinical Homeopathy
Medicinal Plants: Botany and Applications
Herbal Materia Medica
Critical Reasoning and Research Methods in Natural Medicine
Relaxation and Therapeutic Massage
Advanced Therapeutic Massage: Lymphatic Technique and
Physical Activity
Advanced Therapeutic Massage: Myofascial Techniques
Interpersonal Relating
Biology
Exercise Physiology
Advanced Exercise Physiology
Human Growth, Development and Ageing
Biochemistry
Biological Chemistry I (Foundations of Chemistry)
Biological Chemistry II (Natural Products Chemistry)
Public and Environmental Health
Health and Indigenous Australian Peoples
Stress Management
Care of the Older Person I
Pharmacognosy
Clinical Herbal Medicine
Independent Study in Natural Medicine
Sport and Exercise Nutrition
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• One 8-unit major
from Part B and
8 elective units
from Part B or
Part C, or
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
Health and Human Sciences
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
Please note that not all units are offered in
each study period and that some may only be
available by distance education or online. For
Specific Award Rules and a full list of units,
please refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
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Bachelor of Nursing
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
Southern Cross University’s Nursing degree provides a
combination of coursework and clinical experiences to
prepare students for a career in the health sector. Clinical
experience is gained at government and private hospitals and
health agencies.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
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Part A
Health and Human Sciences
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Contexts of Nursing Practice
Applied Human Bioscience I
Clinical Nursing I
Clinical Nursing II
Applied Human Bioscience II
Foundation Studies in Mental Health
Nursing
Clinical Nursing III
Community Health Nursing
Psychosocial Contexts of Health
Family Health Nursing
Health and Indigenous Australian
Peoples
Mental Health Nursing Assessment
and Intervention
Nursing and Health Promotion
Enquiry and Critique in Health
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.5 with no
less than 6.5 in any
band
Part B
Preparation for Graduate Nursing Practice
Please note that not all units are offered in
each study period and that some may only be
available by distance education or online. For
Specific Award Rules and a full list of units,
please refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This course aims to develop an understanding of the
theoretical and practical components of occupational therapy,
with a focus on both general and specialist knowledge and
skills. The course is taught by dedicated professionals,
both academic and clinical, who have a wide range of work
experience.
4 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
THL
$74,944
Southern Cross University’s Occupational Therapy degree
provides a combination of both coursework and clinical
experiences to prepare students to commence employment
in the health and human services sectors. Teaching facilities
comprise computer-assisted technologies, simulation and
clinical laboratories. Clinical experience is gained at hospitals,
community and health agencies both in Queensland and
NSW, providing students with hands-on experience in a
variety of areas.
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 7.0 with no
less than 7.0 in any
band
The Bachelor of Occupational Therapy was offered for the
first time by any university at Tweed Gold Coast in 2009. The
degree is taught at SCU’s Lakeside campus in Caloola St,
Tweed Heads. Some elements of the human anatomy unit
in first year utilise new, specialised laboratories located at
the School of Health and Human Sciences in Lismore, with
transport provided by the University.
Part A
Psychology and Sociology for Health
Sciences
Human Physiology
Human Anatomy
Motor Control
Functional Kinesiology
The Australian Health Care System
Health and Indigenous Australian
Peoples
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Cellular and Neuropathophysiology
Medical-Surgical Nursing I
Clinical Nursing IV
Systems Pathophysiology
Medical-Surgical Nursing II
Clinical Nursing V
Medical-Surgical Nursing III
Clinical Nursing VI
Medical-Surgical Nursing IV
$52,800
Introduction to Occupational Therapy
and Human Occupations
Communication Skills in Occupational
Therapy
Mobility and Personal Care
Occupations
Sensory Motor Assessments and
Interventions
Learning and Applying Knowledge for
Individuals and Groups
Musculoskeletal and Reduced Energy
Assessments and Interventions
Lifespan Development and
Occupational Transitions
Home and Community Occupations
Regional Rural Remote Fieldwork
Occupational Therapy Theory and
Practice
Mental Function (Cognition)
Assessments and Interventions
Evaluation of Occupational Therapy
Programs
Education, Leisure and Play Occupations
Work and Employment Occupations
Mental Function (Psychosocial)
Assessments and Interventions
Introduction to Complementary Medicine
Health Promotion and Primary Health
Care *
Advanced Fieldwork **
Transition to Professional Practice
Research and Analysis in Health
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
No majors
• All units from
Part A, and
Clinical experience is gained at
hospitals and health agencies
throughout NSW, providing
students with hands-on
experience in a variety of areas
including community health,
surgical, aged care, mental
health, medical, indigenous
health, and child health.
The degree is accredited by the NSW Nurses and Midwives Board, and
provides the necessary qualification for graduates to be eligible to become a
Registered Nurse within the NSW health sector. Please note that registration
with the NSW Nurses and Midwives Board also requires Academic IELTS 7.0
overall and in all bands.
• All units from
Part B
Graduates are employed in a range of clinical areas in the public and private
health sectors including surgical theatres, paediatrics, community health and
education, renal dialysis, as practice nurse in GP clinics, and in mental health.
Nursing students undertake clinical placements throughout the course.
32 units:
OT AUSTRALIA (The Australian Association of Occupational Therapists)
is responsible for monitoring standards of ethical behaviour for
occupational therapists who are members of the Association and
through its Code of Ethics promotes excellence in occupational therapy
practice. This course is developed in consultation with occupational
therapy professionals and other stakeholders, including OT AUSTRALIA,
to ensure the program meets the requirements of both the World
Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) and OT AUSTRALIA.
The University will be seeking full accreditation for the course from OT
AUSTRALIA. Once accredited, this degree will provide the necessary
qualification for graduates to be eligible for membership of OT
AUSTRALIA and eligible for registration in Queensland.
• All units from
Part A, and
• One unit from
Part B, and
• One elective unit
from Part C
In order to meet the Australian
Competency Standards for EntryLevel Occupational Therapists this
course is structured in accordance with
professional body recommendations.
All students complete streams in the
following areas:
Professional areas
Social Sciences
Biological Sciences
Occupational Therapists provide services to people whose ability to
cope with everyday life is impaired by developmental deficits, the ageing
process, physical injury, psychological or social disability. They work
with clients to identify problem areas, assess a client’s abilities, interests
and lifestyle, and then to plan appropriate treatment. Clients may be
individuals or groups of people whose functional abilities are affected or
at risk of limitation.
Part B
* Double-weighted unit
The Mental Health of
Australian Indigenous
Peoples
Trans- and Intergenerational
Trauma
** Triple-weighted unit
For undergraduate units offered by the University
visit www.scu.edu.au/courses
Part C
Please note that not all units are offered in each
study period and that some may only be available
by distance education or online. For Specific
Award Rules and a full list of units, please refer to
the course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
All undergraduate units
offered by the University
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
www.scu.edu.au/international
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
Health and Human Sciences
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
Treatment may include providing activities to encourage development
of physical and perceptual abilities; recommending equipment and/or
environmental modifications to help individuals become more efficient
and independent with daily activities; counselling; and group work to
develop skills when psychological or social problems are interfering with
function.
Occupational Therapists may find work in a wide range of settings,
including public and private hospitals, medical rehabilitation units,
community health settings, occupational rehabilitation and occupational
health facilities, community home care services, aged care facilities,
mental health clinics, hostels and hospitals, vocational rehabilitation
centres, tertiary education centres, independent living centres, private
practice, schools, pharmacies and industry.
Students gain clinical experience in all four years of the course in health
care settings that may include aged care, hospitals, community health,
mental health services and a variety of health centres where they are
supported by clinical teachers and facilitators.
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Health and Human Sciences
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Bachelor of Psychological Science
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Psychological Science provides students
with a sound scientific basis for further study in psychology
leading to professional practice, and with academic skills and
knowledge valued highly by employers in a broad range of
non-psychological settings. First year forms the platform for
academic and practical skills development in years 2 and 3.
Students are encouraged to reflect on their own goals with
respect to development of professional careers, and are
exposed to perspectives of Indigenous and other cultures.
A solid grounding in methodology is provided in preparation
for participation in a research-based fourth year (Bachelor
of Psychological Science with Honours) if desired. A wide
variety of teaching environments is employed, including
traditional lectures, workshops and laboratories in both
on-campus and online modes. In all teaching, including the
content-focused units in second and third year, the emphasis
is on the development of critical thinking, and enhancing
communication skills for evidence-based professional
conduct. This emphasis on methodological rigour and
scientific communication equips all graduates with skills
for a broad range of employment opportunities, including
project management in health and business environments,
human resource management, public service, statistical and
methodological consulting, and management roles in the
military and other large organisations.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
CH
Part A
Introduction to Psychology I
Laboratory Program in Psychology I
Contemporary Issues in Psychology
Written Communication
Introduction to Psychology II
Laboratory Program in Psychology II
Methods and Concepts in Psychology
Indigenous World-Views
Psychological Assessment
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any
band
Personality and Social Psychology
Learning and Memory
Quantitative Methods in Psychology
Research Methods in Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Development Across the Lifespan
Physiological Psychology and Sensory
Processes
Cross Cultural and Indigenous Issues in
Psychology
Behaviour Change
Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours
provides the final year of the four-year sequence required
for conditional registration as a psychologist in Australia.
The central academic work completed in this degree is a
piece of independent research. Students develop a set of
hypotheses, complete the ethical requirements necessary,
conduct the research project, analyse the results, and submit
a thesis of approximately 10,000 words (literature review
and journal manuscript). The research is supervised by an
academic member of staff, and is intended to result in a
document fit for publication in a peer-reviewed journal in
psychology. Coursework units support and complement this
research activity through provision of methodological skills (for
example, in meta-analysis), involvement in high-level scholarly
presentations, and review of conceptual issues. Students also
further develop their understanding of ethical and practical
issues in professional practice.
1 year; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
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Units
Research Thesis (4 units)
Research Methods and Applied Project
Ethics and Professional Issues
History and Philosophy of Psychology
Advanced Seminars in Psychology
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$60,960
Please note that not all units are offered in
each study period. For Specific Award Rules
and a full list of units, please refer to the
course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
$20,320
Bachelor of
Psychological
Science or equivalent
qualification with
at least a Credit
average in all
units forming
the Australian
Psychology
Accreditation Council
sequence for entry to
a fourth year of study
in Psychology and
Academic IELTS 6.0
with no less than 5.5
in any band.
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
In order to practise as a professional psychologist in Australia it is
necessary to have completed not less than four years of study in
programs accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation
Council (APAC), followed by not less than two years of supervised
experience. Membership of the Australian Psychological Society
(APS) requires a further two years of university study in an accredited
program. Membership of a College of the APS (for example, in Clinical
or Neuropsychology) may be sought dependent upon the nature of the
specialisation in the degree forming years 5 and 6 of study.
No majors
• All units from
Part A, and
• 6 units from
Part B
Part B
Any undergraduate unit
offered by the University
May include Psychology
Electives:
Please note that not all units are offered in
each study period. For Specific Award Rules
and a full list of units, please refer to the
course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
No majors
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
In order to practise as a professional psychologist in Australia it is necessary
to have completed not less than four years of study in programs accredited
by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), followed by not
less than two years of supervised experience. Membership of the Australian
Psychological Society (APS) requires a further two years of university study in
an accredited program. Membership of a College of the APS (for example, in
Clinical or Neuropsychology) may be sought dependent upon the nature of the
specialisation in the degree forming years 5 and 6 of study.
The Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours is accredited by APAC
as a fourth year of university study leading to registration as a psychologist. In
order to complete the university study necessary for conditional registration it
is necessary for a graduate to complete a fourth-year program, such as the
Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours.
While many graduates may choose to enter employment as a conditionally
registered psychologist on completion of this fourth year, the Honours thesis
is also the minimal requirement for entering further postgraduate study in
a specialist Masters or Doctoral Program, or for entering a research career
through PhD study.
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To graduate
with Bachelor of
Psychological
Science with
Honours students
must achieve
at least a Credit
average.
Psychologists work in a wide variety of situations, including but not
limited to: providing clinical and counselling support to individuals
and groups; developing behavioural programs for special needs;
administering and interpreting tests of psychological and cognitive
functioning; in multi-disciplinary teams dealing with drug and alcohol
issues; consulting for organisations with respect to personnel or
environmental issues; supporting people in the justice system;
conducting research; and teaching.
Health and Human Sciences
Health Psychology
Environmental Psychology
Human Factors
The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited by APAC for the
provision of the first three years of university study leading to registration
as a psychologist. In order to complete the university study necessary
for conditional registration it is necessary for a graduate to complete a
fourth-year program, such as the Bachelor of Psychological Science
with Honours.
Psychologists work in a wide variety of situations, including but not limited to:
providing clinical and counselling support to individuals and groups; developing
behavioural programs for special needs; administering and interpreting tests of
psychological and cognitive functioning; in multi-disciplinary teams dealing with
drug and alcohol issues; consulting for organisations with respect to personnel
or environmental issues; supporting people in the justice system; conducting
research; and teaching.
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Diploma of Community Recovery
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Diploma of Community Recovery has been developed for
both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to enhance their
abilities to work ‘on the ground’ in communities in need of
services in counselling, trauma and violence recovery.
One year;
Session 1 check page one
for dates.
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$15,360
The focus of the course is to provide students with practical
skills to work as community workers, counsellors or
community project workers or managers in a culturally safe
and secure way to enhance the development of Indigenous
peoples through their own self determination; working with
heart and hand together and to help break the cycles of
dysfunction and trauma which many Indigenous people suffer.
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
12 and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any
band
The course is designed to have students accept and expand
on their own lived experiences and acquired knowledge
and wisdom, before moving to expand and deepen their
understanding of communal context linked to situations of
other human groups.
Indigenous Studies
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Part A
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Dadirri in Recreating the Circle of
Wellbeing
Indigenous Counsellor Training
Trauma and Trauma Recovery
Loss and Grief Counsellor Training
Part B
Professional
Self – Family – Community
Trans- and Intergenerational Trauma
The Biological Effects of Traumatic
Stress
Healing Childhood Traumatisation
Secondary Traumatisation
Family – Community Violence and
Recovery
Working with Children – Prevention
and Healing
It’s my Life/Working with Youth
Plus one from the following, based on
gender:
Men’s Healing Recovery
Women’s Healing Recovery
Conflict Management Restorative
Justice
The Prun – Indigenous Group Conflict
Management
Dispute Resolution and Aboriginal
Communities
Restorative Justice
Indigenous Common Law
Bachelor of Indigenous Studies
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The course has been specifically designed to communicate
and generate a better understanding of Indigenous world
views by exploring past and present histories in a culturally
diverse and supportive environment. This degree increases
awareness of Aboriginal and other Indigenous peoples’
histories, ways of living, and social commitments while
raising understanding between people of all matters relevant
for a shared and valued future. It prepares students for all
workplaces but particularly areas which are highly serviced by
Indigenous people, communities and organisations.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
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Part A
Part B
Indigenous World-Views
Contemporary Australian Indigenous
Issues
Health and Indigenous Australian
Peoples
Indigenous Ways of Cultural Expression
History of Invasion of Aboriginal
Nations
The Story of Healing/Indigenous
Healing
Aborigines, Torres Strait Islanders and
Contemporary Legal Issues
Caring for Kuntri: Indigenous
Environmental Management
The Mental Health of Australian
Indigenous Peoples
International Indigenous Issues
Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples
Indigenous Common Law
Comparative International Indigenous
Legal Issues
Indigenous Australians in Education
Trans- and Intergenerational Trauma
The Biological Effects of Traumatic
Stress
Healing Childhood Traumatisation
Secondary Traumatisation
Cultural and Spiritual Well-Being
$46,080
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
12 with required
entry grade and
Academic IELTS
6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any
band
Aborigines, Torres Strait Islanders
and the Criminal Justice System
Part C
Dispute Resolution and Aboriginal
Communities
Foundation Study: Introduction to
Politics, Media and Identity
Race and Racism
Indigenous Australians and
Anthropology
Law and Justice
Organisational Management
Education
Indigenous Australian Studies
Natural Medicine
Sport Management
Sustainability
Trauma and Healing
8-unit major in:
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
8 units:
Self – Family – Community
• 4 units from Part
A, and
Professional
• 4 units from one
strand in Part B
Caring for Country – Caring for People, Cultural
Heritage and Environmental Management Focus
Career opportunities include counselling, community
development, community welfare, case workers, field
worker, community development managers, allied health
workers, mental health workers, community recovery
areas such as violence, trauma, abuse and addiction
workers, case management, project managers,
international development.
Conflict Management Restorative Justice
Major areas of study include community recovery,
trauma and trauma recovery, Indigenous counsellor
training, loss and grief counselling training, family
violence and recovery, addictions, spirituality and
healing, youth, men and women’s healing recovery,
early childhood and trauma, Indigenous specific
community engagement/recovery, Dadirri – Listening
and Recreating the Circle of Wellbeing.
The course is taught using intensive block workshops
of three days for each unit. Students are also supported
through unit websites, study guides and consultation
with staff. Through the delivery of the course, a range of
Indigenous-based teaching and learning experiences is
utilised. These include but are not limited to the following
cultural tools for healing: reflective and critical discussion;
narration; art; music; theatre; emotional release
counselling and body work. Students may also have
the opportunity to engage more closely in Indigenous
Australian communities through fieldwork.
Caring for Country – Caring for People,
Cultural Heritage and Environmental
Management Focus
Indigenous Studies
Caring for Kuntri: Indigenous Environmental
Management
Global Environmental Issues
Protected Area Management
Cultural Heritage Science
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
24 units:
Legal and Justice Studies
• All units from
Part A, and
Education
• 8 units from Part
B, and
Sustainability
• An 8-unit major
from Part C
Social Science
Graduates can pursue a range of careers in areas
where an understanding of Indigenous issues is
required. Depending on the units completed in the
degree, graduates may be suited to positions in
project management or administration with Indigenous
organisations or in private or public sector areas such
as health services, education and training, paralegal and
social work, environmental management, humanities and
the arts.
Organisational Development
Trauma and Healing
Creative and Performing Arts
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Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
For a list of units in Part C majors visit
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Please note that not all units are offered in each study
period and that some may only be available by distance
education or online. For Specific Award Rules and a full
list of units, please refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’
from www.scu.edu.au/courses
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Indigenous Studies
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Bachelor of Trauma and Healing
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This course meets the need within Indigenous communities
for a healing response to the individual, family and community
pain many people carry as part of their life experiences, which
was acknowledged in the historic apology by the Australian
Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd. It responds to the documented
demand within both Indigenous and non-Indigenous
communities regionally, nationally and internationally for
courses which address the effects of trauma and which
facilitate skills for healing.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
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Part A
Human Anatomy
Introduction to Psychology I
Trans- and Intergenerational Trauma
Secondary Traumatisation
Human Physiology
Introduction to Psychology II
The Biological Effects of Traumatic
Stress
Healing Childhood Traumatisation
$46,080
Part B
Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples
Dispute Resolution and Aboriginal
Cultural and Spiritual Well-Being
Communities
Race and Racism
Dadirri
in Recreating the Circle of
Colonialism
Wellbeing
The Story of Healing/Indigenous
Indigenous Counsellor Training
Healing
Family – Community Violence and
Indigenous World-Views
Recovery
The Mental Health of Australian
Loss and Grief Counsellor Training
Indigenous Peoples
Working with Children – Prevention
Indigenous Research Theory and
and Healing
Practice
It’s
My Life/Working with Youth
Indigenous Ways of Cultural Expression
Men’s Healing Recovery
Health and Indigenous Australian
Women’s Healing Recovery
Peoples
Caring for Kuntri: Indigenous
History of Invasion of Aboriginal
Environmental Management
Nations
Contemporary Australian Indigenous
Issues
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
12 with required
entry grade and
Academic IELTS
6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any
band
Part C
Relaxation and Therapeutic Massage
Advanced Therapeutic Massage:
Lymphatic Technique and Physical
Activity
Advanced Therapeutic Massage:
Myofascial Techniques
History and Foundations of Herbal
Medicine
Food and Nutrition in Health
Welfare Law
Restorative Justice
International Criminal Justice
Mediating Across Cultures
Interpersonal Communication
Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity
Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity
Information Technology
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Associate Degree of Information Technology
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About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This course comprises the first two years (16 units) of the
Bachelor of Information Technology degree (see entry below).
This entry-level course offers strong technical emphasis
in the preparation of computing para-professionals for the
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry
and successful graduates may then upgrade their qualification
to Bachelor level following successful completion of an
additional year. The University also offers the mentoring
program ‘Women in Technology’, to female students of this
course to provide dedicated support for women entering this
specialised area.
2 years; Session
1, 2 - check
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dates.
CH
Part A
Applications Development
Communication in Organisations
Contemporary Issues in Multimedia
and Information Technology
Systems Analysis and Design
Database Systems I
Managing Organisations in a Global
Context
Discrete Mathematics
Web Development I
Data Communications and Networks
Principles of Programming
$28,400
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
12 with required
entry grade and
Academic IELTS
6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any
band
Part B
Part C
Introduction to Accounting
Electronic Commerce Systems
Object Oriented Program Development
Digital Media I: Images, Text and
Interface Design
Any undergraduate unit offered by the
University
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
24 units:
Psychology
• All units from
Part A, and
Additional majors may also be selected from a
wide range offered across the University (see
Part C below).
Graduates will be skilled to work in a diverse range of
community-based and government organisations in
areas linked to trauma and healing work and where an
understanding of Indigenous and humanitarian issues is
required. Depending on the units completed in the degree,
employment options include cross-cultural social work, health,
community services, international aid work, or working with
Indigenous Australian communities and peoples.
• 8 units from Part
B, and
• Another 8 units
from Part B or
8 units from
Part C, or the
Psychology
major, or any
University-wide
major
This degree provides an understanding of the
origins and effects of trauma within Indigenous
and non-Indigenous communities; and a deeper
insight and important skills to deal specifically
with social trauma and levels of violence across
multiple generations, within specific populations.
Students may select their major study area
from disciplines across the University that
complement the core unit base of this degree.
Part C
Ecology
Plant Identification and Conservation
Extension and Professional Practice in
Natural Resource Management
Global Environmental Issues
Protected Area Management
Stress Management
Interpersonal Relating
Introduction to the Natural Therapies
Nursing and Health Promotion
Enquiry and Critique in Health
Introduction to Social Welfare
Issues of Protection
Grief, Trauma and Crisis Counselling
Managing Conflict
Relationships Counselling
or
8-unit major in:
Psychology
or
8-unit University-wide major in:
Law and Justice
Organisational Management
Education
Natural Medicine
Sport Management
Sustainability
Indigenous Australian Studies
For a list of units in Part C majors visit
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
16 units:
No majors
This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
• All units from
Part A, and
Units are available in applications development,
database systems, digital media, programming
systems analysis and design, and web
development.
Graduates can establish information technology careers as
network specialists, web developers, systems administrators,
and technical support personnel.
• 4 elective units
Please note that not all units are offered in each study
period and that some may only be available by distance
education or online. For Specific Award Rules and a full
list of units, please refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’
from www.scu.edu.au/courses
www.scu.edu.au/international
For undergraduate units offered by the University visit
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Information Technology
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
• 2 units from Part
B, and
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Principles and Practices of Sport and
Exercise Science
Understanding Children and Young
People
Play and Pedagogies in the Early Years
Constructions of Childhood
Sociology of Children, Family and
Communities
Introduction to Cultural Studies
Subjects and Citizens
Australia, Asia and the World
Borderlands
Subjects and Citizens
Gender, Sexuality and Culture
Personality and Social Psychology
Development across the Lifespan
Behaviour Change
Health Psychology
Indigenous Studies
Course Structure Majors/Specialisations
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Bachelor of Information Technology
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition
Fee (2011
Comm.)
Admission
Requirements
The Bachelor of Information Technology offers a
complete grounding in all aspects of the Information and
Communications Technology (ICT) industries including
programming, systems analysis and design, multimedia
development and usage, database development, networking
and communications theory, computer security and
technology management.
3 years; Session
1, 2 - check
page one for
dates.
CH
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year 12
with required entry
grade and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no
less than 5.5 in any
band
$42,600
Information Technology
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Students also have the opportunity to study some of the
issues confronting the ICT industry, including employer
obligations, employee rights, impacts on society, and future
directions of the industry. Female IT students are offered the
mentoring program, ‘Women in Technology’ which provides
additional support to women entering this specialist area.
Part A
Part B
Software Development
Interactive Multimedia
Applications Development
Communication in Organisations
Contemporary Issues in Multimedia
and Information Technology
Systems Analysis and Design
Discrete Mathematics
Web Development I
Data Communications and Networks
Principles of Programming
Information Systems
Managing Organisations in a Global
Context
Computing Project II: Development and
Implementation
Database Systems I
Computing Project I: Analysis and
Design
Object Oriented Program Development
Client/Server Systems
Web Development II
Object Oriented GUI Development
Managing Organisations in a Global
Context
Digital Media II: Audio-Video Resources
and Linear Scriptwriting
Database Systems I
Computing Project I: Analysis and Design
Computing Project II: Development and
Implementation
Digital Media I: Images, Text and Interface
Design
Interactive Multimedia Application
Development I
Interactive Multimedia Application
Development II
Bachelor of Applied Computing
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
This course provides more advanced
areas of Information Technology
and IT Management, adding a
theoretical understanding to practical
skills developed in the pathway
programs that lead to it, and providing
greater possibilities in future career
advancement.
1 or 1.5 years;
CH
Session 1, 2 check page one
for dates.
Part A
Discrete Mathematics
Managing Organisations in a Global
Context
Applications Development
Communication in Organisations
Web Development I
Database Systems I
Electronic Commerce Systems
Principles of Programming
Computer Control Auditing and
Security
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Managing Organisations in a Global
Context
Computing Project II: Development and
Implementation
Database Systems I
Computing Project I: Analysis and
Design
Introduction to Accounting
Electronic Commerce Systems
Computer Control Auditing and
Security
Intelligent Decision Systems
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission Requirements
(2011 Comm.)
Intelligent Decision Systems
Contemporary Issues in Multimedia
and Information Technology
Web Development II
Digital Media II: Audio-Video Resources
and Linear Scriptwriting
Systems Analysis and Design
Computing Project I: Analysis and
Design *
Computing Project II: Development and
Implementation
$14,200 to
$21,300 ($1,775
per unit)
New South Wales (NSW) TAFE Diploma
of Information Technology or Aptech
Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering
(ACCP) or NSW TAFE Advanced Diploma
in Information Technology or a qualification
equivalent to any of these, and Academic
IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band
Part B
Part C
Computer Control Auditing and
Security
Intelligent Decision Systems
Object Oriented GUI Development
Electronic Commerce Systems
Client/Server Systems
Web Development II
Digital Media I: Images, Text and
Interface Design
Contemporary Issues in Multimedia
and Information Technology
Computing Project I: Analysis and
Design *
Computing Project II: Development and
Implementation *
Web Development I
Database Systems I
Electronic Commerce Systems
Principles of Programming
Contemporary Issues in Multimedia and
Information Technology
Computer Control Auditing and Security
Web Development II
Computing Project I: Analysis and Design *
Computing Project II: Development and
Implementation *
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career
Opportunities, Other
24 units:
Information Systems
• All units from Part A, and
Software Development
This course is accredited by the Australian
Computer Society.
• One 8-unit major from Part B or all 4 units from
Part C and any 4 units from Part D, and
Interactive Multimedia
• 8 elective units or a second 8-unit major from
Part B or an 8-unit University-wide major
Part C
The course covers programming,
systems analysis and design,
multimedia use and development,
database development,
networking and communications
theory, computer security, and the
management of technology.
Any undergraduate unit offered by the
University
Second 8-unit Part B major in:
Information Systems
Software Development
Interactive Multimedia
8-unit University-wide major in:
Law and Justice
Organisational Management
Education
Natural Medicine
Sport Management
Sustainability
Indigenous Australian Studies
Majors/Specialisations
NSW TAFE Diploma of Information Technology or
No majors
an equivalent qualification, and 12 units from Part A Units are available in applications
or
development, database systems,
Aptech Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering digital media, programming,
systems analysis and design, and
(ACCP) or an equivalent qualification, and 8 units
web development.
from Part B
or
For a list of units in University-wide majors
and undergraduate units offered by the
University visit www.scu.edu.au/courses
Please note that not all units are offered in
each study period and that some may only
be available by distance education or online.
For Specific Award Rules and a full list of
units, please refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Professional Recognition, Career
Opportunities, Other
This course is accredited by the Australian
Computer Society, the organisation that
assesses all IT courses in Australia.
IT specialists are currently in demand within
the banking and finance sector, accounting
firms, service industries, public and private
sector organisations.
www.scu.edu.au/international
Course Structure
8 Electives
Information Technology
Web Development II
Object Oriented GUI Development
Database Systems I
Digital Media I: Images, Text and
Managing Organisations in a Global
Interface Design
Context
Digital
Media II: Audio-Video Resources
Computing Project I: Analysis and
and
Linear Scriptwriting
Design
Computing Project II: Development and Interactive Multimedia Application
Development I
Implementation
Interactive Multimedia Application
Part D
Development II
Electronic Commerce Systems
Computer Control Auditing and
Security
Intelligent Decision Systems
Object Oriented Program Development
Client/Server Systems
Graduates can establish information
technology careers as programmers,
multimedia developers, systems analysts,
software engineers, database administrators,
network specialists, project managers, web
developers, systems administrators and
technical support personnel.
NSW TAFE Advanced Diploma in Information
Technology or an equivalent qualification, and 8
units from Part C
For undergraduate units offered by the University
visit www.scu.edu.au/courses
Please note that not all units are offered in each
study period and that some may only be available
by distance education or online. For Specific
Award Rules and a full list of units, please refer to
the course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
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Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies)
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
2 years; Session
The School of Law and Justice runs a large paralegal program
1 - check page
each year and has extensive experience in teaching paralegal
studies at university level. Our Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal one for dates.
Studies) continues to set the national benchmark for paralegal
education. Graduates may find employment within the national
legal industry or, more specifically, in property conveyancing in
NSW. Students who achieve the required grade point average at
the end of the course may then apply to transfer to the Bachelor
of Laws.
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
L, GCB
$24,800
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
12 with required
entry grade and
Academic IELTS
6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any
band
Southern Cross University was the first university in Australia to
recognise the need for paralegal knowledge across a range of
professions and to introduce a course of this type.
Law and Justice
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Please note that delivery modes differ between campuses.
Students enrolled in the Associate Degree in Law at the Lismore
campus typically attend a two-hour lecture and one-hour tutorial
each week per unit, while students enrolled at the Gold Coast
Beachside campus can expect to receive a comprehensive set
of study materials, MP3 recordings of lectures, fortnightly tutorials
and on-campus academic support.
Part A
Part B
Criminal Process
Legal Research and Writing
Introduction to Land Law
Foundations of Torts
Family Law Practice
Interviewing, Negotiation and Ethics
Australian Legal System
Principles of Contract Law
Paralegal Studies
Wills and Estates
Legal and Conveyancing Practice
Introduction to Evidence and Advocacy
Law and Government Decision Making
Plus 4 from the following:
Drugs, Crime and the Law
Employment and Industrial Relations
Law
EEO and OH&S Law and Practice
Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Litigation Practice
Principles and Practice of Human
Resource Management
Legal and Conveyancing Practice
Conveyancing Law
Wills and Estates
Conveyancers Professional Practice
Commercial Law
Company Law
Local Government and Planning Law
Principles and Practice of Human
Resource Management
Bachelor of Laws (Undergraduate Entry)
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This degree provides accreditation for those who wish to
qualify to practise law as a barrister or solicitor in Australia.
Applicants who do not have the required entry mark are
encouraged to apply for the Associate Degree in Law or
the Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies. If those students
achieve the required grade point average during either of
those courses, they may then apply for transfer into the
Bachelor of Laws.
4 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L, GCB
$67,200
Please note that delivery modes differ between campuses.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies
at the Lismore campus typically attend a two-hour lecture and
one-hour tutorial each week per unit, while students enrolled
at the Gold Coast Beachside campus can expect to receive
a comprehensive set of study materials, MP3 recordings of
lectures, regular tutorials and on-campus academic support.
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Licensed Conveyancing
Part A
Part B
Legal Research and Writing
Legal Process *
Constitutional Law *
Evidence and Civil Procedure *
Equity *
Property Law *
Administrative Law *
Contract Law * #
Criminal Law and Procedure * #
Professional Conduct *
The Philosophy of Law
Corporations Law *
Law of Torts *
Environmental Law
Please note: Not all elective units are
offered each year.
Conveyancing Law
Wills and Estates
Employment and Industrial Relations
Law
Victimology
Clinical Legal Experience
Law Placement
International Business Law
Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Criminology
International Law
Human Rights
International Criminal Justice
Restorative Justice
Legal Research: Context, Perspective
and Method
Mooting
Advanced Taxation
Family Law Practice
Welfare Law
Drugs, Crime and the Law
EEO and OH&S Law and Practice
Local Government and Planning Law
Intellectual Property
Law Placement
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
12 with required
entry grade and
Academic IELTS
6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any
band
Information Technology and the Law
Mediation Practice and Procedure
Commercial Law
Independent Legal Research
Stock Exchange and Finance Law
Mediating Across Cultures
Taxation
Advanced Advocacy
Cyberlaw
Public Interest Advocacy
Entertainment Law
International Intellectual Property Law and
Public Policy
Privacy Law and the Private Sector
Course Structure
Majors/
Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
16 units:
Licensed
Conveyancing
The course is accredited by the NSW Licensed Conveyancers’ Committee. Please
note that all Australian States and Territories have individual statutory requirements
for conveyancing practice, with the exception of Queensland where conveyancing is
carried out by qualified solicitors.
• All units from Part
A, and
• An 8-unit major
from Part B, or
8 elective units
including at least 2
from Part C
Paralegal Studies
The course consists
of 8 compulsory law
units plus 8 elective
units which may be
selected from some
other academic
areas throughout the
University. The two
majors are optional.
Part C
Please note that not all units are offered in each
study period and that some may only be available
by distance education or online. For Specific
Award Rules and a full list of units, please refer to
the course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
Law and Justice
Part C is identical to Part C in the Bachelor
of Legal and Justice Studies (see page
52) except that the unit Legal Project
is not available as a law or non-law
elective in the Associate Degree in Law
(Paralegal Studies).
Typically, a paralegal works as an assistant to a solicitor or barrister and is involved in
most areas of legal practice. Alternatively, students who complete the conveyancing
major and complete two years of related work experience, may apply for a NSW
Conveyancers Licence. Other employment options include as legal assistants with
legal firms, in corporate firms or government legal departments and law enforcement
agencies, in legal aid offices, courts administration, public prosecutions, and in the
corporate sector in finance, banking and insurance.
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
Majors/
Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
32 units:
No majors
• All units from Part
A, and
A diverse range of
law-based units is
available.
This course satisfies the academic requirements for admission to the practice of law in
Australia. To be admitted as a barrister or solicitor in NSW, Law graduates must complete
a Practical Legal Training (PLT) course through a PLT provider. Mutual recognition
legislation extends this accreditation to other Australian States and Territories, but there
may be additional requirements. In Queensland, following completion of an approved law
degree, and practical legal training or a traineeship, applicants apply for admission to the
Roll of Legal Practitioners and a practising certificate from the Queensland Law Society to
practise as a solicitor, or the Bar Association of Queensland to practise as a barrister.
• A minimum of 10
units from Part B,
and
• A maximum of
6 elective units,
which may include
units from Part B
or C
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Course Structure
Students who intend to practise law outside Australia should check with the relevant
country’s admission body to confirm whether completion of this degree meets
accreditation requirements.
Graduates work in Australia and overseas as barristers, solicitors, judges’ associates, and
in corporate or government legal departments. Some also pursue careers in the public
and private sector where their Law degree and legal knowledge are acknowledged and
highly valued in their work.
Law students may choose to undertake legal experience and professional placement with
legal firms or offices to complement their practical legal skills and become familiar with the
many issues that confront legal practitioners.
Human Rights and the Global Economy
Race and the Law
The Holocaust, Genocide and the Law
Psychiatry, Psychology and the Law
Education and the Law
International Human Rights Law
Animal Law
Crime, Globalisation and Governance
Australian Military and National
Security Law
Trials and Witnesses
Sexual Orientation and the Law
Comparative Law
Family Law and Society
Aborigines, Torres Strait Islanders and
the Law
Insolvency Law
Advanced Constitutional Law
Law Review
Environmental Law
International Trade and Development
Law
Part C
Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples
Aborigines, Torres Strait Islanders and
the Criminal Justice System
Dispute Resolution and Aboriginal
Communities
Trade Practices Law
* To undertake these units, students
must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Laws
course as well as satisfy all prerequisite
requirements.
#
Double-weighted units.
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
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Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This degree provides the opportunity for graduates of
appropriate disciplines other than Law to achieve accreditation
to qualify to practise law as a barrister or solicitor in Australia.
The course is similar to the Bachelor of Laws undergraduate
course previously listed but can be completed in three years
rather than four.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L, GCB
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This course provides an excellent grounding in legal issues and
the opportunity for entry into the field of justice studies or law at
the sub-professional level. For students working professionally
in the legal and justice field, it will also help to extend their
knowledge, skills and expertise to develop their careers and
recognise their contribution to the field of law. Additionally, the
course equips students with the knowledge and skills required
to enter the criminal justice system including policing, corrective
services and security.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L, GCB
$50,400
Please note that delivery modes differ between campuses.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Laws at the Lismore
campus typically attend a two-hour lecture and one-hour tutorial
each week per unit, while students enrolled at the Gold Coast
Beachside campus can expect to receive a comprehensive set
of study materials, MP3 recordings of lectures, regular tutorials
and on-campus academic support.
Degree equivalent
to an Australian
Bachelor degree
with a level of
achievement
acceptable to the
School Board and
Academic IELTS
6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any
band
Law and Justice
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Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
12 with required
entry grade and
Academic IELTS
6.0 with no less
than 5.5 in any
band
Students who achieve the required GPA in the Bachelor of
Legal and Justice Studies may apply to course transfer into the
undergraduate Bachelor of Laws.
Please note that delivery modes differ between campuses.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies
at the Lismore campus typically attend a two-hour lecture and
one-hour tutorial each week per unit, while students enrolled
at the Gold Coast Beachside campus can expect to receive
a comprehensive set of study materials, MP3 recordings of
lectures, fortnightly tutorials and on-campus academic support.
Part A
Dispute Resolution
Social Justice Studies
Paralegal Studies
Criminal Process
Legal Research and Writing
Introduction to Land Law
Foundations of Torts
Family Law Practice
Interviewing, Negotiation and Ethics
Australian Legal System
Principles of Contract Law
Introduction to Evidence and Advocacy
Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Plus 6 from the following:
Dispute Resolution and Aboriginal
Communities
Mediation Practice and Procedure
Counselling Theory and Practice
Managing Conflict
Litigation Practice
Restorative Justice
Interpersonal Communication
Legal Project
Mediating Across Cultures
Welfare Law
Human Rights
Plus 6 from the following:
EEO and OH&S Law and Practice
Aborigines, Torres Strait Islanders and
Contemporary Legal Issues
Criminology
Contemporary Australian Indigenous
Issues
Race and Racism
International Criminal Justice
Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples
Justice in World Politics
Dispute Resolution and Aboriginal
Communities
Restorative Justice
Legal and Conveyancing Practice
Conveyancing Law
Wills and Estates
Conveyancers Professional Practice
Commercial Law
Company Law
Local Government and Planning Law
Principles and Practice of Human
Resource Management
Wills and Estates
Legal and Conveyancing Practice
Introduction to Evidence and Advocacy
Law and Government Decision Making
Plus 4 from the following:
Litigation Practice
Drugs, Crime and the Law
Employment and Industrial Relations Law
EEO and OH&S Law and Practice
Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Principles and Practice of Human
Resource Management
Policing Studies
Part B
Criminal Justice Studies
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$37,200
Criminology
Victimology
Aborigines, Torres Strait Islanders and
the Criminal Justice System
Plus 5 from the following:
Human Rights and Indigenous Peoples
Legal Project
Aborigines, Torres Strait Islanders and
Contemporary Legal Issues
Welfare Law
Drugs, Crime and the Law
International Criminal Justice
Restorative Justice
Deviance in Society
Refer to Rule 4.3(b) in the Student
Handbook.
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
No majors
• All units from Part A, and
A diverse range of lawbased units is available.
This course satisfies the academic requirements for admission
to the practice of law in Australia. See professional recognition
information under Bachelor of Laws (Undergraduate Entry).
Students who intend to practise law outside Australia should
check with the relevant country’s admission body to confirm
whether completion of this degree meets accreditation
requirements.
• 8 units from Part B or Part C,
with no more than 2 units being
from Part C
For a list of units, please refer to
Parts A, B and C in the entry for
Bachelor of Laws (Undergraduate
Entry).
Graduates work in Australia and overseas as barristers,
solicitors, judges’ associates, and in corporate or government
legal departments. Some also pursue careers in the public and
private sectors where their Law degree and legal knowledge are
acknowledged and highly valued in their work. Others specialise in
those laws relevant to their partner degree.
Please note that not all units are offered in
each study period and that some may only be
available by distance education or online. For
Specific Award Rules and a full list of units,
please refer to the course listing at www.scu.
edu.au/courses
Law students may choose to undertake legal experience and
professional placement with legal firms or offices to complement
their practical legal skills and become familiar with the many issues
that confront legal practitioners.
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
Dispute Resolution
• All units from Part A, and
Social Justice Studies
• One 8-unit major from Part B,
and
Licensed Conveyancing
• Another 8-unit major from Part
B or 8 elective units with a
minimum of 2 from Part C or
one 8-unit University-wide major
other than the Law and Justice
major.
This course is accredited by the Licensed Conveyancers’
Committee (NSW). Please note that all Australian States and
territories have individual statutory requirements for conveyancing
practice, with the exception of Queensland where conveyancing is
carried out by qualified solicitors.
Paralegal Studies
Criminal Justice Studies
Policing Studies
Studies and Policing Studies
Additional majors may also
be selected from a range
offered across the University
(see Part C below).
Depending on their area of specialisation, graduates work in legal
firms, for government departments and in large corporations –
particularly banking and insurance. Alternatively, students who
complete the conveyancing major and complete two years of
related work experience, may apply for a NSW Conveyancers
Licence.
Students planning to study
at the Gold Coast campus
should contact the Law
School for an up-to-date list
of the units available to them
on campus.
Part C
Taxation
Advanced Taxation
Company Law
Legal Project
Conveyancing Law
Litigation Practice
Welfare Law
Drugs, Crime and the Law
Wills and Estates
Employment and Industrial Relations
Law
EEO and OH&S Law and Practice
Conveyancers Professional Practice
Legal and Conveyancing Practice
Family Law and Society
Environmental Law
Local Government and Planning Law
Victimology
Intellectual Property
International Business Law
Information Technology and the Law
Trade Practices Law
Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Mediation Practice and Procedure
Criminology
International Law
Human Rights
Commercial Law
Cyberlaw
International Criminal Justice
Restorative Justice
Stock Exchange and Finance Law
Law and Government Decision Making
Veterans Law I
Veterans Law II
Introduction to Evidence and Advocacy
Public Interest Advocacy
Entertainment Law
Mediating Across Cultures
The Holocaust, Genocide and the Law
Mooting
Education and the Law
International Human Rights Law
Animal Law
Australian Military and National
Security Law
Trials and Witnesses
Sexual Orientation and the Law
Comparative Law
Any undergraduate unit offered by the
University
8-unit University-wide major in:
Organisational Management
Education
Natural Medicine
Sport Management
Sustainability
Indigenous Australian Studies
www.scu.edu.au/international
Majors/Specialisations
Law and Justice
Course Structure
For a list of units in University-wide majors
and all undergraduate units offered by the
University visit www.scu.edu.au/courses
Please note that not all units are offered
in each study period and that some may
only be available by distance education
or online. For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units, please refer to the course
listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to
‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
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Law and Justice
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Double Degrees with Law
About this Course
Duration and Campus
Intake
Southern Cross University offers nine
double degrees with Law on campus
at Lismore to provide a broader
range of employment opportunities.
In addition to the traditional areas
that combine with Law such as Arts,
Business and Science, the University
offers non-traditional double degrees
with Contemporary Music, Tourism
Management, Sport and Exercise
Science, and Indigenous Studies.
5 years;
Session 1 check page
one for dates.
Total Tuition Fee (2011 Comm.)
Admission
Requirements
Qualification
equivalent to
Australian Year
Bachelor of Business in Tourism
Management, Bachelor of Laws $84,000 12 with required
entry grade and
Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Laws
Academic IELTS 6.0
$84,000
with no less than
Bachelor of Contemporary Music,
5.5 in any band
Bachelor of Laws $84,000
L
Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Laws
$84,000
Bachelor of Environmental Science,
Bachelor of Laws $86,000
Applicants who do not have the
required entry mark are encouraged
to apply for the single, partner degree.
If those students achieve the required
grade point average during that course,
they may then apply for transfer into the
double degree with Law.
Bachelor of Indigenous Studies, Bachelor
of Laws $84,000
Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies,
Bachelor of Laws $84,000
Bachelor of Social Science, Bachelor of
Laws $84,000
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science,
Bachelor of Laws $86,000
Tourism and Hospitality Management www.scu.edu.au/international
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
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About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee
(2011 Comm.)
The Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event
Management positions graduates at the centre of
the fast growing business events industry. Students
acquire the skills and knowledge required to pursue a
career in the management, planning and marketing of
corporate events; conventions and meetings; festivals
and special events.
3 years; Session
GCB
1, 2 - check page
one for dates.
$42,600
Admission
Requirements
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 with
required entry grade and
Academic IELTS 6.0 with
no less than 5.5 in any
band
This course offers an optional International Exchange
program for second year students to study in the
USA, England, Holland, Canada, Austria, Hong Kong
or Germany.
Part A
Part B
Part C
Financial Information for Decision
Making
Communication in Organisations
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Marketing
Tourism and Hospitality Research and
Analysis
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Management
Hospitality Services Management
Human Resource Management in the
Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Tourism Theories and Practices
Economic Analysis for Tourism and
Hospitality
Intern Study I *
Intern Study II *
Intern Study III *
Intern Study IV *
Strategic Management for Tourism and
Hospitality Enterprises
Professional Development for the
Workplace
Business Law and Ethics for Tourism
and Hospitality
Tourism and Hospitality Sales and
Promotion
Conventions, Meetings and Exhibitions
Management
Events Management
Theming and Staging for Conventions
and Events
Project Management for Conventions
and Events
Food and Beverage Management
Entrepreneurship in Tourism and
Hospitality
Facility and Risk Management for
Hospitality Operations
*Intern Study MKT01221–4 may be taken
either throughout the course during times
when other units are not scheduled, or
over a 20-week (600 hours) period after
the completion of 19 units. All internship
placements must be approved by the
Internship Coordinator prior to commencement.
Please note that not all units are offered in
each study period and that some may only be
available by distance education or online. For
Specific Award Rules and a full list of units,
please refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
40 units
Under the double degree structure,
students study simultaneously for
the Bachelor of Laws plus the other
specified degree course and, on
graduation, have the advantage of
qualifications in two fields.
This course satisfies the academic requirements for admission to
the practice of law. See Bachelor of Laws (Undergraduate Entry) for
further professional recognition information. International students
must confirm with their country’s admission body if completion of this
degree meets accreditation requirements.
For Specific Award Rules and a
full list of units for a particular
double degree with Law, please
refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Graduates of SCU’s double degree law programs have found
employment as solicitors, barristers, judges’ associates, and in
corporate or government legal departments. Not all graduates enter
legal practice; some pursue other careers in the public and private
sector where their law degree and legal knowledge, or the second
degree is highly advantageous to their work.
Law students may choose to undertake legal experience and
professional placement with legal firms or offices to complement their
practical legal skills and become familiar with the many issues that
confront legal practitioners on a daily basis.
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
No majors
• All units from Part
A, and
Developed in consultation with
industry and academic leaders in
the field of convention and event
management, this degree offers
industry-specific topics such as
Project Management; Theming
and Staging; Events Management;
Facility and Risk Management; and
Conventions, Meetings and Exhibition
Management.
All School of Tourism and Hospitality Management courses are
assessed to meet the standards set by the Tourism and Hospitality
Education-International Centre for Excellence (THE-ICE).
• All units from Part
B, and
• All units from Part C
Graduates may pursue careers in professional conference
organisation, business development, conference, event or destination
marketing, corporate meeting planning, event and concert
production, festival direction, event planning, and/or sponsorship
coordination.
During the final session an Internship Program, which counts as four
units of the degree, will provide students with a 20-week block of
practical workplace experience that involves working in a hospitality,
tourism, events or sport tourism organisation in Australia or overseas.
Tourism and Hospitality Management
Course Structure
www.scu.edu.au/international
Please note that not all units
are offered in each study period
and that some may only be
available by distance education
or online. For unit availabilities
follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Law and Justice
Course Structure
www.scu.edu.au/international
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Bachelor of Business in Hotel and Resort Management
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
Tourism and Hospitality Management www.scu.edu.au/international
This course is designed to give students the business 3 years; Session
CH
management skills to pursue a career as a hospitality 1, 2 - check page
industry leader capable of managing international
one for dates.
hotel and resort operations or to run a hospitality
business of their own. It offers an optional International
Exchange program for second year students to study
in the USA, England, Holland, Canada, Austria, Hong
Kong or Germany.
Part A
Part B
Part C
Communication in Organisations
Tourism Theories and Practices
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Management
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Marketing
Human Resource Management in the
Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Financial Information for Decision
Making
Hospitality Services Management
Tourism and Hospitality Research and
Analysis
Business Law and Ethics for Tourism
and Hospitality
Professional Development for the
Workplace
Strategic Management for Tourism and
Hospitality Enterprises
Economic Analysis for Tourism and
Hospitality
Intern Study I *
Intern Study II *
Intern Study III *
Intern Study IV *
Food and Beverage Management
Foodservice Operations
Conventions, Meetings and Exhibitions
Management
Information Systems for Tourism, Hotel
and Event Management
Managing Rooms Division Operations
Entrepreneurship in Tourism and
Hospitality
Facility and Risk Management for
Hospitality Operations
Gaming and Club Management
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 with
required entry grade and
Academic IELTS 6.0 with
no less than 5.5 in any
band
Contemporary Workplace Relations
Issues for Tourism and Hospitality
Tourism and Hospitality Sales and
Promotion
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange I
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange II
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange III
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange IV
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
3 years; Session
THSS
This degree focuses on hotel operations and
1, 2 - check page
management practice in a changing global
one for dates.
environment. It provides students with the
management skills required for a career in the tourism
and hospitality industries. The Hotel School Sydney
is a unique partnership between Southern Cross
University and Mulpha Australia. An attractive option
is an internship program offered during the first year
of this course. The School is located adjacent to the
five-star InterContinental Hotel in the heart of Sydney’s
central business district with Sydney Harbour, the
Opera House and Botanic Gardens right on its
doorstep. There are more than 40 four- and five-star
hotels in Sydney’s CBD enabling ease of access to
part-time employment for students.
Part A
Hospitality and Tourism Financial
Management
Communication in Organisations
Intern Study I
Intern Study II
Intern Study III
Intern Study IV
Tourism Theories and Practices
Human Resource Management in the
Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Strategic Management for Tourism and
Hospitality Enterprises
Environmental Management for the
Hotel Industry
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$42,600
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Marketing
Tourism and Hospitality Sales and
Promotion
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Management
Financial Information for Decision
Making
Hospitality Services Management
Tourism and Hospitality Research and
Analysis
Business Law and Ethics for Tourism
and Hospitality
$54,000
Contemporary Workplace Relations
Issues for Tourism and Hospitality
Facility and Risk Management for
Hospitality Operations
Professional Development for the
Workplace
Food and Beverage Operations
Rooms Division Operations
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 and
Academic IELTS 6.0 with
no less than 5.5 in any
band. All applicants for
The Hotel School Sydney
are selected on their
individual merit and an
interview is conducted in
person or via telephone.
For application information
visit:
hotelschool.scu.edu.au
Part B
Economic Analysis for Tourism and
Hospitality
Special Interest Tourism
Tourism and Hospitality Industry Project
Conventions, Meetings and Exhibitions
Management
Tourism in Pacific Asia
Managing Rooms Division Operations
Information Systems for Tourism, Hotel
and Event Management
Events Management
Entrepreneurship in Tourism and
Hospitality
Contemporary Tourism Issues
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
No majors
• All units from Part
A, and
The course focuses on management
skills relevant to the operation of
hotels and resorts including food and
beverage management, hotel and
resort management, human resource
management, sales and marketing,
facility and risk management and
strategic management.
All School of Tourism and Hospitality Management courses are
assessed to meet the Standards set by the Tourism and Hospitality
Education-International Centre for Excellence (THE-ICE).
• All units from Part
B, and
• 8 units from Part
C
Career opportunities include management careers in industry
sectors such as hotels, resorts, cruise lines, restaurants, catering
organisations, clubs and casinos.
During the final session an Internship Program, which counts as four
units of the degree, will provide students with a 20-week block of
practical workplace experience that involves working in a hospitality,
tourism, events or sport tourism organisation in Australia or overseas.
*Intern Study MKT01221–4 may be taken either throughout
the course during times when other units are not scheduled,
or over a 20-week (600 hours) period after the completion of
19 units. All internship placements must be approved by the
Internship Coordinator prior to commencement.
Please note that not all units are offered in each study period
and that some may only be available by distance education or
online. For Specific Award Rules and a full list of units, please
refer to the course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
Majors/Specialisations Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
No majors
• All units from Part
A, and
First year study includes
operational subjects
as well as Professional
Development in the
Workplace followed by
one study session of
paid work placement;
second year covers
management, finance
and marketing; third
year students develop
advanced analytical and
management skills.
• 2 units from Part
B, and
• 2 other units
acceptable to the
School Board
Please note that not all units are offered in each study period
and that some may only be available by distance education or
online. For Specific Award Rules and a full list of units, please
refer to the course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
The Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management meets the standards set by the
Tourism and Hospitality Education-International Centre for Excellence.
The Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management is accredited by the Institute of
Hospitality, UK.
The Hotel School Sydney is a member of:
• EUHOFA INTERNATIONAL – an association of hotel schools
• AAHS – Australian Association of Hotel Schools
Graduates of this course have built management careers in hotel, tourism and
service management in Australia and overseas. Examples include positions
in human resources, marketing, rooms division, guest relations, front office,
banqueting, food and beverage management, event and conference management,
and general management.
A paid internship in the second study session of the first year counts as four units
of the degree. This may be completed in Australia or abroad. All students are
employed and consequently establish valuable industry experience, confidence
and networks in their first year of study. This enables students to continue casual
employment throughout years two and three of study and graduate with almost
three years work experience.
www.scu.edu.au/international
Course Structure
Tourism and Hospitality Management
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Bosco Chan
Having graduated from The Hotel School Sydney June 2009,
Bosco has been able to take full advantage of the skills
he gained from studying his Bachelor of Business in Hotel
Management and apply it immediately into his current position
of Guest Relation Officer at Four Seasons Hong Kong. “The
course provided great analytical skills for me to effectively
handle challenging guests’ enquiries, the combination of work
experience and academic recognition internationally also made
me more employable than other local Hong Kong students”
Bosco said. The social aspects of studying and working in
Sydney also provided Bosco with a maturity and personal
growth that will remain a positive and memorable experience.
“I really enjoyed studying at The Hotel School Sydney, I made
a lot of friends and the opportunities that I was given has only
elevated my desire to gain a senior role in Hotel Management”
Bosco also said. The flexibility of the course and genuine care of
lecturing staff and fellow students was such a warm welcome to
Bosco that it still continues today with his regular communication
through the networking he established.
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Bachelor of Business in International Tourism Management
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
The Bachelor of Business in International Tourism
Management aims to prepare students for an
international career in the tourism industry by
providing a global perspective and experience in
the tourism industry. This newly developed course
includes an optional International Exchange program
for second year students to study in the USA,
England, Holland, Canada, Austria, Hong Kong or
Germany.
3 years; Session
1 - check page
one for dates.
L, GCB
Tourism and Hospitality Management www.scu.edu.au/international
Part A
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Communication in Organisations
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Management
Tourism Theories and Practices
Hospitality Services Management
Human Resource Management in the
Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Financial Information for Decision
Making
Economic Analysis for Tourism and
Hospitality
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Marketing
Business Law and Ethics for Tourism
and Hospitality
Tourism and Hospitality Research and
Analysis
Strategic Management for Tourism and
Hospitality Enterprises
Professional Development for the
Workplace
Tourism in Pacific Asia
International Tourism Destinations
Global Politics of Tourism
International Transport and Tourism
Intern Study I *
Intern Study II *
Intern Study III *
Intern Study IV *
$42,600
Part B
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange I
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange II
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange III
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange IV
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 with
required entry grade and
Academic IELTS 6.0 with
no less than 5.5 in any
band
*Intern Study MKT01221–4 may be taken
either throughout the course during times
when other units are not scheduled, or
over a 20-week (600 hours) period after
the completion of 19 units. All internship
placements must be approved by the
Internship Coordinator prior to commencement.
Please note that not all units are offered in
each study period and that some may only be
available by distance education or online. For
Specific Award Rules and a full list of units,
please refer to the course listing at
www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search
Units’ from www.scu.edu.au/courses
Bachelor of Business in Tourism Management
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
Graduates of this degree will have the management
expertise to build a tourism and hospitality
management career anywhere in the world. This
course offers an optional International Exchange
program for second year students to study in the
USA, England, Holland, Canada, Austria, Hong Kong
or Germany.
L, GCB
3 years; Session
1, 2 - check page
one for dates.
$42,600
Part A
Part B
Part C
Communication in Organisations
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Management
Tourism Theories and Practices
Hospitality Services Management
Human Resource Management in the
Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Financial Information for Decision
Making
Tourism and Hospitality Research and
Analysis
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Marketing
Business Law and Ethics for Tourism
and Hospitality
Professional Development for the
Workplace
Strategic Management for Tourism and
Hospitality Enterprises
Economic Analysis for Tourism and
Hospitality
Intern Study I *
Intern Study II *
Intern Study III *
Intern Study IV *
Contemporary Tourism Issues
Tourism Planning and the Environment
Special Interest Tourism
Tourism in Pacific Asia
Events Management
Conventions, Meetings and Exhibitions
Management
Food and Beverage Management
Gaming and Club Management
Entrepreneurship in Tourism and
Hospitality
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 with
required entry grade and
Academic IELTS 6.0 with
no less than 5.5 in any
band
Information Systems for Tourism, Hotel
and Event Management
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange I
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange II
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange III
Tourism and Hospitality International
Exchange IV
Foundations of Visitor Interpretation
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities,
Other
24 units:
No majors
• All units from Part A, and
Developed in consultation with industry
stakeholders, this degree offers
industry-specific units on topics such
as human resource management,
marketing, economics, finance,
planning, environmental management,
and law.
Graduates will have the opportunity to build an international
management career in a wide range of tourism, hospitality
and leisure industries.
• 4 units from Part B or
4 elective units from
University offerings, with
approval by the Course
Advisor
During the final session an Internship Program, which counts
as four units of the degree, will provide students with a 20week block of practical workplace experience that involves
working in a hospitality or tourism organisation in Australia or
overseas.
24 units:
No majors
• All units from Part
A, and
This degree focuses on
generic areas of business
management as well as
providing opportunities
for study in such areas as
special interest tourism,
tourism planning and
development, tourism
in the Asia Pacific and
entrepreneurship.
• All units from Part
B, and
• 8 units from Part C
*Intern Study MKT01221–4 may be taken either throughout
the course during times when other units are not scheduled,
or over a 20-week (600 hours) period after the completion of
19 units. All internship placements must be approved by the
Internship Coordinator prior to commencement.
Please note that not all units are offered in each study period
and that some may only be available by distance education or
online. For Specific Award Rules and a full list of units, please
refer to the course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
All School of Tourism and Hospitality Management courses are assessed to
meet the standards set by the Tourism and Hospitality Education-International
Centre for Excellence (THE-ICE).
Graduates may find employment as professional managers in resorts and hotels,
government and tourist organisations, clubs, airlines, tourist attractions and
other special interest operations.
During the final session an Internship Program, which counts as four units of
the degree, will provide students with a 20-week block of practical workplace
experience that involves working in a hospitality, tourism, events or sport tourism
organisation in Australia or overseas.
A double degree with Law is also available. For information on this please see
‘Double Degrees with Law’ on page 54 and refer to the course listing for Bachelor of
Business in Tourism Management, Bachelor of Laws at www.scu.edu.au/courses
Jonas Rosborg
www.scu.edu.au/international
Majors/Specialisations Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
Tourism and Hospitality Management
Course Structure
Sweden
Bachelor of Business in
Tourism Management
I will definitely return to complete
my Masters with Southern Cross
University because of the fantastic
support I received from the
School of Tourism and Hospitality
Management’s staff, not just the
high quality academic support but
they really prepared me with the
work life balance skills I needed for
my career in tourism. I previously
studied with University Kalmar,
Sweden; that experience does not
compare to the experience I have
had at SCU.
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Bachelor of Environmental Tourism Management
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About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
This multi-disciplinary degree combines tourism
education with leading edge environmental science
studies to develop interests in marine, forest and
natural resource management into a viable tourismbased career, while developing an understanding
of the social, cultural and environmental impacts of
tourism development. This course offers an optional
International Exchange program for second year
students to study in the USA, England, Holland,
Canada, Austria, Hong Kong or Germany.
3 years; Session
L
1, 2 - check page
one for dates.
$42,600
Part A
Part B
Part C
Communication in Organisations
Tourism Theories and Practices
Biology
Ecology
Environmental Information
Management
Human Resource Management in the
Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Environmental Information Analysis
Contemporary Tourism Issues
Environmental Mapping
Principles of Coastal Resource
Management
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Management
Professional Development for the
Workplace
Special Interest Tourism
Tourism Planning and the Environment
Integrated Project #
Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality
Marketing *
Entrepreneurship in Tourism and
Hospitality *
Economic Analysis for Tourism and
Hospitality *
Events Management *
Hospitality Services Management *
Foundations of Visitor Interpretation *
Protected Area Management **
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 with
required entry grade and
Academic IELTS 6.0 with
no less than 5.5 in any
band
Environmental Planning **
Plant Identification and Conservation **
Ecological Restoration and Monitoring **
Extension and Professional Practice in
Natural Resource Management **
Wildlife Conservation **
Bachelor of Sport Tourism Management
About this Course
Duration and
Intake
Campus Total Tuition Fee Admission
(2011 Comm.)
Requirements
L
Offered jointly by the School of Tourism and Hospitality 3 years; Session
Management and the Department of Exercise Science 1, 2 - check page
one for dates.
and Sport Management, this specialised course is
designed to put students on track to build a sport
tourism management career anywhere in the world.
This course offers an optional International Exchange
program for second year students to study in the
USA, England, Holland, Canada, Austria, Hong Kong
or Germany.
Part A
Communication in Organisations
Sport Management Principles
Sport Tourism I
Tourism Theories and Practices
Sport and the Law
Research and Analysis in Health
Sports Policy and Planning
Sport Economics and Finance
Sport Marketing
Professional Development for the
Workplace
Sport Tourism II
Principles of Behaviour in Physical
Activity
Intern Study I *
Intern Study II *
Intern Study III *
Intern Study IV *
Tourism in Pacific Asia
Human Resource Management in the
Tourism and Hospitality Industry
$42,600
Part B
Special Interest Tourism
Sport Promotion and Public Relations
Conventions, Meetings and Exhibitions
Management
Sport Organisation Leadership
Sport Facilities and Events
Sport Business
Tourism and Hospitality Research and
Analysis**
Events Management
Contemporary Tourism Issues
Qualification equivalent
to Australian Year 12 with
required entry grade and
Academic IELTS 6.0 with
no less than 5.5 in any
band
*Intern Study MKT01221–4 may be taken
either throughout the course during times
when other units are not scheduled, or
over a 20-week (600 hours) period after
the completion of 19 units. All internship
placements must be approved by the
Internship Coordinator prior to commencement.
** This unit (or equivalent) must be
satisfactorily completed for entry to the
Bachelor of Sport Tourism Management with
Honours.
Course Structure
Majors/Specialisations Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
No majors
• All units from Part
A, and
The course provides
a combination of skills
in business tourism
and environmental
management including
HR management, tourism
management, tourism
planning, biology, ecology
and coastal resource
management.
• All units from Part
B, and
• 8 units from Part
C (4 from the
School of Tourism
and Hospitality
Management and
4 from the School
of Environmental
Science and
Management)
#
All School of Tourism and Hospitality Management courses are assessed to
meet the standards set by the Tourism and Hospitality Education-International
Centre for Excellence (THE-ICE).
Graduates can pursue careers in eco-tourism operations at attractions, hotels
and resorts; environmental and visitor management at state and national parks;
policy planning related positions with government bodies and community-based
tourism organisations.
A compulsory integrated project involves identification of a suitable resource
management issue or research topic, the planning and design of research
methods, the gathering of relevant information and data, and the preparation of
a professional report.
double weighted
* School of Tourism and Hospitality Management unit
** School of Environmental Science and Management unit
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
Majors/Specialisations
Professional Recognition, Career Opportunities, Other
24 units:
No majors
• All units from Part
A, and
This degree meets the rising
demand for managers with
the ‘hands-on’ skills and the
theoretical knowledge needed
in this growing field of tourism.
The curriculum has been
designed to provide a balance
between tourism studies,
management principles, and
the business of sport.
All School of Tourism and Hospitality Management courses are assessed
to meet the standards set by the Tourism and Hospitality EducationInternational Centre for Excellence (THE-ICE).
• 6 units from Part B
or 4 units from Part
B and 2 electives
Please note that not all units are offered in each study period
and that some may only be available by distance education or
online. For Specific Award Rules and a full list of units, please
refer to the course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
Career opportunities include management of sport tourism events and
attractions, sport festivals, sport conferences, leisure theme parks, sport
tourism tours, sports adventure tourism, and sport tourism resorts and also
within local, state and national government sport and tourism departments.
During the final session an Internship Program, which counts as four units
of the degree, will provide students with a 20-week block of practical
workplace experience that involves working in a hospitality, tourism, events
or sport tourism organisation in Australia or overseas.
www.scu.edu.au/international
Course Structure
Tourism and Hospitality Management
Please note that not all units are offered in each study period
and that some may only be available by distance education or
online. For Specific Award Rules and a full list of units, please
refer to the course listing at www.scu.edu.au/courses
For unit availabilities follow the links to ‘Search Units’ from
www.scu.edu.au/courses
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four steps to admission
Overview
There are four main steps to follow when applying
for admission to a Southern Cross University
degree
1. Research your course options: using this guide
and the University course website
www.scu.edu.au/courses
By Email as Scanned Documents:
int.apps@scu.edu.au – for applications other than
those from China
china.int.apps@scu.edu.au – for applications from
China
2. Submit your application
or
3. Accept your offer
By Mail:
International Admissions Officer
International Office
Southern Cross University
PO Box 157
Lismore NSW 2480
Australia
4. Prepare for departure
Step 1
Research your course options
a) Read the course information in this guide then
visit the University website for more details on
the courses that interest you
*Please note: Only courses listed in
this guide are available for International
Students.
b) Visit: www.scu.edu.au/courses
Note: International students in Australia on
a Student Visa are not permitted to enrol in
distance education courses.
To use the course options website:
c) Select either: Undergraduate or Postgraduate
d) Select broad area of study: After selecting one
Area of Study, you will find the list of courses
offered. Click on your preferred one.
e) Either: Download Undergraduate Application
Form (International) at
www.scu.edu.au/international/downloads or
use the form at the back of this guide.
Step 2
Submit your application
a) Complete the application form and application
checklist. (Please print clearly in black ink
using block letters.)
Please complete all fields of the application
form.
b) Attach all the required academic certificates,
transcripts and relevant documents.
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c) Submit your application form, with attachments:
Academic certificates, transcripts and other
documents must be original documents or
copies of original documents accompanied
by authorised translations with certification by
a notary, Justice of the Peace or equivalent
testifying to the genuineness of the documents
and their translations. In addition, any coursespecific requirement (e.g. a portfolio for the
Bachelor of Visual Arts) must also be supplied.
or
By Courier:
International Admissions Officer
International Office
Southern Cross University
Military Road,
East Lismore NSW 2480
Australia
Please note: All students are required to bring their
original documentation to Australia as documentation
will need to be sighted by the International Office upon
request.
Step 3
Accept your offer
After your application has been assessed and a
decision made, Southern Cross University will send
you one of the following letters:
a) An Unconditional Letter of Offer: This provides
you with an unconditional offer, and allows entry
in the next available intake for the course you
have selected. No further conditions need to
be satisfied. Sometimes alternative courses are
suggested if you do not meet entry requirements
of the course/s that you have applied for.
b) A Provisional or Conditional Offer: This letter
outlines the conditions that need to be satisfied in
order for you to be offered a place in your selected
course. Evidence must be shown that you have
met the conditions before a conditional offer can
be converted to an unconditional offer.
c) A Package Offer: This letter requires that you
complete an English Language Program or
another preliminary program before commencing
the course. You must accept the entire package
by the deadline stated on the offer letter. (Please
note: if you choose to re-take an English test
and meet the University’s English Language
requirement, you will need to re-submit your test
score to the University’s International Office).
d) If your application is unsuccessful: We
will send you a letter advising that your
application does not meet the University’s entry
requirements.
You will be emailed a copy of your offer and
directions to information on:
•
How to accept your offer
•
How to pay fees
•
Overseas Student Health Cover
•
Southern Cross University’s tuition fee refund
policy
•
University Accommodation*, and
•
Living and Learning at Southern Cross
University.
This information should be read thoroughly.
*Available at Lismore and Coffs Harbour.
See www.scuvillage.com.au
For students who choose to live off campus,
information can be found at
www.scu.edu.au/accommodation
Instructions for accepting your offer and paying fees
can be found at
www.scu.edu.au/international/downloads
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) information
can be found at www.medibankprivate.com.au –
follow the links to Overseas Students.
To secure your place at the University, you must
accept the offer and pay the initial fee stated on
the offer letter by the deadline clearly stated in the
offer letter, or the offer will lapse.
The Australian Government has listed all
countries according to student visa assessment
levels. If you are from an assessment level three,
four or five country you will need to submit a
Pre-Visa Assessment (PVA) application to the
Immigration Office once you obtain your letter of
offer. The PVA can take around two to 12 weeks
to be assessed. Once you pass your PVA you
can accept your offer by following the acceptance
of offer instructions. PVA is not required where
electronic lodgement of student visa applications
(eVisa) takes place.
Information regarding the visa assessment levels
can be found at: www.immi.gov.au/students/
student-visa-assessment-levels.htm
Method of Payment
The offer letter lists information about a number
of ways to pay the initial tuition and OSHC fees.
Please note that the electronic Confirmation of
Enrolment (eCoE – see glossary of terms page
62) will not be issued until all funds are cleared.
You can pay:
• By Telegraphic Transfer (outside Australia
only)
•
By telephone – credit card
•
By mail – bank draft, or
•
In person (if already on campus)
Please note: payment must be in Australian
Dollars.
Step 4
Preparing for Departure
Visa requirements
Once the University has received your signed
acceptance of offer, the initial tuition fee payment
and the OSHC fee payment, the eCoE will be
issued by email as an attachment along with predeparture information. A hard copy of the eCoE
and pre-departure information will be sent in the
mail only if requested.
You will then need to submit the eCoE to the
Immigration Office in your nearest Australian
Overseas Diplomatic Mission (check
www.dfat.gov.au/missions), where you can apply
for a student visa. Student visas carry certain
conditions: for example you have to study fulltime, and cannot change institutions within the
first six months of your program. To find out more
about student visa conditions please refer to the
Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)
website:
www.immi.gov.au/students/students/chooser
Students from assessment level one countries
are able to apply for their Australian visa on-line.
Students from other assessment level countries
should go to
www.immi.gov.au/students/students/chooser
for further information regarding how to apply.
Pre-departure information
With the eCoE you will be sent pre-departure
information, which has information on the
Greeting Service for International Students, arrival
in Australia, contact details once in Australia
and related important information. Please read
thoroughly and ensure you submit the Greeting
Service form to ensure you are met upon arrival.
Orientation Week
Compulsory Orientation and Enrolment sessions
are held in the week prior to the commencement
of classes. It is essential that you arrive in
Australia in time to attend these sessions. This
program is intended to help you settle into the
University and your local area.
Course Information
It is highly recommended that you check the unit
selection available for study prior to arrival as unit
availability is subject to change. You can check
this information at: www.scu.edu.au/courses
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glossary of uni terms
Academic record – An official record of all
subjects and results gained from secondary,
post-secondary or tertiary studies.
CRICOS – Australian Government
Commonwealth Register of Institutions and
Courses for Overseas Students.
Postgraduate – A program of study undertaken
by a student who already holds a university
degree at Bachelor level or higher.
Additional selection criteria – These are
compulsory requirements either in addition to, or
instead of, the normal admission requirements
you must meet to be considered for selection
for the course. Examples include interviews,
auditions, portfolios, supporting statements,
questionnaires and tests.
Cut-off – The minimum selection rank required
for entry to a course in a particular year. Cut-offs
may vary from year to year.
Post-secondary study – Study since leaving
high school but not including university studies.
For example, on the job training/studies, TAFE
study and studies with other training providers.
Admission – Formal entry to a course.
Admission requirements – The minimum
qualifications required for you to be considered
for entry to a particular course. Entry to many
courses is competitive. The attainment of
minimum qualifications does not guarantee that
you will be offered a place.
Advanced Standing – Prior study or experience
which has been completed and which is
assessed as having some academic value to
your intended course. This means that you will
not have to study the units for which advanced
standing has been granted.
Application – A formal, written request for
consideration for entry to an award (or study)
program.
AQF – Australian Qualifications Framework. This
is a unified system of national qualifications in
schools, vocational and educational training, and
higher education.
Articulation – The arrangements which facilitate
the movement or progression of students from
one program to another, or from one education
and training sector to another: e.g. from a TAFE
program to a university program.
Award – A certificate, diploma, degree, graduate
certificate, or graduate diploma awarded upon
successful completion of the requirements for
that specified course.
Bachelor Degree – An award requiring three or
four years full-time or equivalent part-time study
at a university.
DIAC – Department of Immigration and
Citizenship www.immi.gov.au
DEEWR – Department of Education and
Workplace Relations
Disability – A physical or mental incapacity,
either congenital or resulting from an injury or
illness etc.
Double degree – An award encompassing two
main fields of study. Two awards (testamurs)
are received upon completion. An example of a
double degree is Bachelor of Business, Bachelor
of Laws.
ELICOS – English Language Intensive Courses
for Overseas Students.
Enrolment – The registration of a person with an
education or training provider for the purpose of
undertaking a program or course.
ESL – English as a Second Language.
ESOS Act – Education Services for Overseas
Students Act. Information for students www.aei.
dest.gov.au/AEI/ESOS/EasyGuide_ESOS.htm
External study – Full or part-time study that
takes place off campus or by distance education.
(Students on Student Visas are not permitted to
enrol in distance education courses. They are,
however, permitted to study up to 25 percent of
their course by online and/or distance learning,
but in each compulsory study period each
student must be studying at least one unit that is
not distance or online.)
IELTS – International English Language Testing
System.
Prerequisites – This indicates units which
must be completed or requirements which
must be satisfied before a student may enrol
in the unit named. The Head of the School
or Director of the College offering the unit
may waive a prerequisite where it can be
satisfactorily demonstrated a student has a
background of study sufficient to undertake the
unit successfully. Any student who considers
sufficient grounds can be presented for a waiver
of a prerequisite should present the case to the
Head of School/Director of College concerned or
nominee.
PVA – Pre-Visa Assessment. PVA is an initial
immigration assessment of your genuineness as
a student. This includes measuring your ability
to meet the student visa requirements that are
relevant to you.
Selection rank – A selection rank is a score
out of 100 used to determine your eligibility for
a place.
Session/s – The academic year is divided into
three study periods referred to as ‘sessions’.
Study period/s – the blocks into which the
academic year is divided. For undergraduate
programs, the study periods are referred to as
‘sessions’. (See previous entry).
Tertiary study – Study undertaken at university.
TAFE – Technical and Further Education. A
publicly funded post-secondary education,
including higher education, vocational education
and training, or other specialist post-secondary
education or training.
Tertiary Preparation Courses – Courses
offered as a preparation for tertiary study.
They are usually undertaken by students with
insufficient formal entry qualifications, or who
have not participated in formal education for
some time.
Bridging course – A course to enable you to
achieve the required level of assumed knowledge
needed for enrolment in a particular academic
program.
Mid-year intake – The academic year is divided
into three sessions. Those courses available for
entry at the start of Session 2 are referred to as
open to mid-year entry (or mid-year intake).
Campus – The University locations where
specific courses are administered, and/or
available for study (e.g. Lismore, Coffs Harbour,
Tweed Heads Riverside, Gold Coast Beachside).
Mode – The way in which a course is delivered
to students. For example, on-campus or
distance education (external), online, or a mixture
of one or more methods (mixed mode). Also
includes choice of full-time or part-time study.
TOEFL – Test of English as a Foreign Language.
On-campus/internal – The form of full-time
or part-time study that requires attendance
at a university campus. This term is used to
differentiate this type of study from off-campus
or distance education study. On-campus is also
known as internal study.
Trimester – The academic year for some
postgraduate courses is divided into three 15
week periods called trimesters.
Certified documents – Copies of all necessary
documentation that have been officially stamped
and signed by either a Justice of the Peace or
authorising body certifying that originals have
been sighted.
CoE – Confirmation of Enrolment. When an
international applicant accepts an offer to study
at the University and pays the necessary deposit,
an electronic CoE is issued which enables the
applicant to apply for a student visa.
Combined degree – A degree course
combining two fields of study. A single award
(testamur) is received. An example of a
combined degree is Bachelor of Contemporary
Music/Bachelor of Laws.
Course – A collection of units constructed in
an approved way to form a program of study
leading to one of the awards of the University
(e.g., an Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree).
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Deferment – Official permission to delay the
commencement of a tertiary course, usually for
the maximum period of one year.
Online – Study of a unit undertaken entirely over
the internet.
OSHC – Overseas Student Health Cover: While
in Australia, international Student Visa holders
must have OSHC for themselves and their
families. This is a condition of the Student Visa
for the duration of their stay in Australia.
Permanent Residency (PR) – Refers to a
person’s status such that the person is allowed
to reside indefinitely within the country despite
not having citizenship.
Transcript – An academic transcript (Statement
of Academic Record) is a copy of your academic
record to date. It lists the subjects you have
studied and all the grades.
Undergraduate – Course of study generally
undertaken by first-time university students
which generally result in the awarding of an
Associate Degree, Bachelor Degree, Combined
Degree or Double Degree award.
Unit – A subject to be studied as part of a
course which has its own code and name,
and which may be a core (compulsory) unit, or
elective (non-compulsory) unit.
International Application for
Undergraduate Admission
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY IN BLACK INK USING BLOCK LETTERS.
Applications other than those from China should be submitted to the International Admissions Officer, International Office, at the
following address:
Southern Cross University, PO Box 157, Lismore, NSW, 2480 Australia. Telephone (612) 6620 3876 Facsimile (612) 6620 3227.
Or a scanned copy sent to int.apps@scu.edu.au All applications from China should be sent to china.int.apps@scu.edu.au
PERSONAL DETAILS
Family Name/Surname As this appears in your passport Given Names
Preferred or Adopted
Title (Mr/Mrs/
Given Name
Miss/Ms)
Full Formal Name (for use on formal documents, including degree certificate)
Gender (M/F) Date of Birth (dd/mm/yy)
Citizenship
Country of Birth
Correspondence Address (Agent if applicable)
Permanent Address (Student’s home address)
Email
Email
Tel
Fax
Tel
Fax
Agent Branch Office (City) attended by student
Do you hold a current Australian visa?
Yes If ‘Yes’, you must attach a copy of visa and passport
No
Do you have a disability, psychological or medical condition
which may affect your studies?
Yes If ‘Yes’, you must attach a separate sheet giving details.
No
Have you previously enrolled at Southern Cross University?
No
Yes
If ‘Yes’, supply student number.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Please refer to inside cover for a list of courses and fees.
Course Preferences
Location
Course Duration
Commencing e.g. Feb/June 2011
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
Is English your first language?
Yes
No If ‘No’, what is your first language?
Was English the language of instruction in previous secondary or tertiary studies?
If ‘yes’, please indicate the studies that were completed in English and their combined duration.
Studies
No
Yes
No
Duration
Have you completed a test of English proficiency in the last 2 years?
If ‘yes’, please indicate date taken and test.
Date Taken (dd/mm/yy)
Yes
English Test Name
Result (if known) IELTS Test Report Form Number
If you answered ‘No’ to all of the above English language proficiency questions, you must sit an approved English test and advise us of the
results before an Offer of Admission can be made. NB. Australian visa regulations require all applicants from specified countries to sit an
IELTS test if they have not undertaken an IELTS test in the 2 years prior to visa application.
Southern Cross University
CRICOS Provider Nos: NSW 01241G, QLD 03135E, WA 02621K
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International Application for
Undergraduate Admission
QUALIFICATIONS
Please provide details and documentation of all secondary and tertiary studies completed or currently being undertaken, including
explanations of grading systems.
SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDIES
Name of Qualification
School/Institution
State/Country
Year Completed
Are you CURRENTLY attempting a final year high school qualification?
If ‘Yes’, please indicate the date the results will be available and name of qualification.
No
Date (dd/mm/yy)
/
OTHER STUDIES
e.g. University, Technical College, Polytechnic etc. If insufficient space, please attach a separate sheet giving additional details.
From
mm/yy
To
mm/yy
/
Yes
Full-time/
Part-time
Name of Qualification
Degree/Qualification
Institution
State/Country
Year
Completed
All official transcripts must be submitted, including failures (if any).
Are you CURRENTLY attempting a final year of tertiary study?
If ‘Yes’, please indicate the date the results will be available and the name of the qualification.
Yes
No
Have you been excluded or are you liable for exclusion, on academic or other grounds, from any
tertiary institution or faculty and/or course within such an institution following a previous enrolment?
Yes
No
Are you seeking advanced standing for previous tertiary study?
Yes
No
Date
/
(dd/mm/yy)
/
Name of Qualification
(If ‘Yes’, you must attach a separate sheet giving details).
If ‘Yes’, you must submit a certified copy of your transcript/s and complete comprehensive syllabus details for
each subject unit for which you are seeking advanced standing. This includes unit descriptions, learning hours,
assessment methods and an explanation of the weighting of each unit.
RELEVANT EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
From
mm/yy
To
mm/yy
Full-time/
Part-time
If insufficient space, please attach a separate sheet giving additional details.
Employer
Position
Duties
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Completed application form
Syllabus (if applying for advanced standing)
Academic transcripts
Evidence of employment history (if required)
English test results
All documents must be originals or certified copies of originals.
Translation of documents into English must be carried out by an
accredited translation authority.
Where did you first hear about Southern Cross University?
SCU website
Friend
Alumni
Agent
Interview
Educational Partner
Exhibition
Web other than SCU
Publication
Other
DECLARATION (your application will not be considered if this declaration is not signed)
The personal information you provide on this form is protected by the New South Wales Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 and the health information is protected by the
Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002. Details regarding the operation of the Acts are contained in Southern Cross University’s Privacy Management Plan and may be viewed at:
www.scu.edu.au/policy/privacy.
I declare that I have read the International Application form and that all the information submitted is correct and complete and I accept the conditions of the application. I consent to the
terms and conditions set out in the International Application form and at www.scu.edu.au/policy/privacy in respect of handling my personal information, including health information.
I consent to the University independently verifying the information, including personal and health information. I acknowledge it is my responsibility to provide all necessary information
and documentary evidence in support of my application. I acknowledge that the University reserves the right to vary or reverse any decision regarding admission made on the basis of
incorrect or incomplete information. I authorise the University to obtain from other educational institutions, past employers and relevant authorities details of my enrolment, academic
record, examination results and employment history. I also authorise the University to make the information I have provided available to relevant Australian government agencies as they
deem necessary and as required by law. I understand and acknowledge that the University may withdraw the offer until such time as the offer has been accepted by me. I acknowledge
that the University will not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever which I or any other person may suffer as a result of my admission being terminated in accordance with this
condition. I authorise the University to collect, receive, store, transfer, use and disclose all such information in or connected with the application for research purposes and I give these
authorities on condition that all information provided pursuant to them is de-identified by the University. I agree to abide by the Rules, policies and procedures of the University (as they
may be from time to time). I understand and acknowledge that the University is collecting the information in this form for the purpose of assessing my application. I consent to the above
use of my personal information, including health information.
Applicant’s Signature
Date (dd/mm/yy)
/
/
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CRICOS Provider Nos: NSW 01241G, QLD 03135E, WA 02621K
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International Office
Southern Cross University
PO Box 157
Lismore NSW 2480
AUSTRALIA
Telephone:
(+61 2) 6620 3876
Facsimile:
(+61 2) 6620 3227
Email:
intoff@scu.edu.au
Email Applications
(other than those from China): int.apps@scu.edu.au
Email for Agents:
agents@scu.edu.au
Web:
www.scu.edu.au/international
CRICOS Provider Nos: NSW 01241G, QLD 03135E, WA 02621K
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Email Applications from China: china.int.apps@scu.edu.au