Undergraduate Course Guide
Undergraduate Course Guide
Undergraduate Course Guide
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Southern Cross University is committed to delivering education differently, so you
get the knowledge and networks you need for the new world of work. We want to
be known not only for innovation, but also integrity.
This book is not just about a degree. If you are going to commit three or more
years of your life to formal learning, you deserve an educational experience with
the potential to open new horizons and to change the lives of others as well as
your own.
To help you decide if Southern Cross is the right place for you:
• Read through course listings in the subject areas that interest you;
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• Talk to our friendly student advisers, either on the phone, by email or in
person – so we can help you work out if you would like to apply and also help
you through the application process.
Students at Southern Cross are treated as peers in a community dedicated
to creating new knowledge, new solutions and new capabilities. I urge you to
consider joining us – there are exciting opportunities ahead.
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Professor Andrew Rose examines cultures of a
marine cyanobacterium (blue-green algae) in
the Southern Cross GeoScience lab, part of his
research to determine how this environmentally-
significant organism affects the bioavailability of
iron in marine waters.
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JOIN AUSTRALIA’S ENGAGED
UNIVERSITY
Do you want to help save reefs, protect our homes from floods, attract
tourists to festivals and resorts, build businesses where there were none,
teach children desperate to learn … or a hundred other potential careers?
Whatever your passion, Southern Cross University As a young, relentlessly adaptable university, Southern
offers a degree to help you pursue it and a network of Cross is committed to building partnerships with students,
expert academics, students, business, government and with other universities and with a range of partners across
community partners who are committed to driving the community who are willing to do things differently – to
positive change. achieve better results for students and through research by
collaboration.
We offer the chance to learn from a community of
knowledge and resources, not just a single lecturer working As you consider which university to attend, challenge us to
amidst a sea of students. display the integrity behind our promise. Demand to see the
Southern Cross difference.
From left: Master of Science student Peta Beeman photographs the tail flukes of migrating whales at Byron Bay as part of her
research; dancers celebrate the launch of the University’s Reconciliation Action Plan; festival-goers enjoy music courtesy of the
Sunflower, a solar-powered audiovisual production system, built by Southern Cross School of Arts and Social Sciences.
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NINE AREAS OF OUR
RESEARCH HAVE
BEEN RANKED WELL
ABOVE WORLD
STANDARD.
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JOIN AN EMERGING LEADER
One of the top young universities in the world. Study on campus or online or a combination of both.
Southern Cross University is ranked in the top 150 universities Many of our degrees offer the opportunity to study partially
in the world under the age of 50 by the Times Higher or completely online, allowing you to tailor your studies to
Education Young University and QS rankings. A degree from suit your lifestyle.
Southern Cross is recognised by employers around the
world.
Outstanding student support.
Extensive mentoring programs are available, including
Cutting-edge learning facilities. specific programs for Indigenous students, on-campus
chaplaincy and counselling, academic skills programs and
High-tech engineering labs, a flow-through seawater facility
on-call tutors.
at the National Marine Science Centre, drone technology,
recording studios, digital media suites and analytical
research equipment are just some of our world-class
facilities. Nine areas of our research have been ranked well Lifestyle opportunities that are envied by the rest of
above world standard. We achieved this ranking – the highest the world.
possible – in the Commonwealth Government’s Excellence Our campuses are located in areas of great natural beauty,
in Research for Australia evaluation. At Southern Cross with beaches, rainforests and marine parks providing unique
University, you will learn from some of the best researchers in environments for work, study and exploration.
Australia and the world.
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EDUCATORS WHO MAKE
SOUTHERN CROSS DIFFERENT
Dian Tjondronegoro
School of Business and Tourism
With his expertise in affective computing
and mobile health applications, Dian’s
current focus is on personalised
technology, wellness apps and devices
that leverage big data in the Internet of
Things.
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Cristy Clark
School of Law and Justice
An active contributor to The
Conversation on legal topics ranging
from the #MeToo campaign to the
rights of nature, Cristy investigates
the intersection of human rights,
neoliberalism, activism and the
environment.
Peter Harrison
Director, Marine Ecology Research
Centre
Peter is leading a major project into the
acceleration of coral regrowth on the
Great Barrier Reef and in the Philippines
by growing coral larvae and ‘reseeding’
them onto the reef.
Kate Neale
Centre for Children and Young People
Combining her personal love of
gardening and her academic expertise,
Kate has developed a suite of
educational and horticultural therapy
programs for early years learning
centres with an industry partner.
Nan Bahr
Dean of Education
A national expert on responsive
teaching and teacher education, Nan
focuses on the developmental and
learning needs of young adolescents.
Chris Stevens
School of Health and Human Sciences
Twice named Exercise & Sports Science
Australia’s best young researcher, Chris –
a keen triathlete – investigates practical
strategies to maximise endurance
performance in professional athletes.
Grayson Cooke
School of Arts and Social Sciences
Renowned media artist and multimedia
scholar, Grayson turns perception inside
out with his examination of both human
and environmental archives.
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PATHWAYS TO
UNIVERSITY
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There is a range of pathways into Southern Cross University degrees.
We recognise secondary school education provides an excellent
foundation for university study, but there are other equally valid ways
to prepare to tackle an undergraduate degree.
SCU College is an academic unit of Southern Cross University The College also provides a range of Diplomas and Associate
with a long history of providing award-winning preparation Degrees which are pathways that give credit towards degree
courses to people of all ages interested in studying. studies. Extra support is available for all students.
ATAR/OP
Direct entry to
course based on
ATAR/OP
STAR
Direct offer to
SECONDARY Year 12 student based
SCHOOL on recommendation by
Principal of Southern
Cross partner school
SOUTHERN
CROSS
UNIVERSITY
Diplomas
PREPARING
FOR SUCCESS
and
AT SCU PROGRAM Degrees
Three-month
program preparing
students without an
ATAR/OP
NON-SCHOOL for university
LEAVER study
or
TAFE / VET
EARLY OFFER
The STAR Early Offer program enables Year 12 students who Our Head-Start program is designed for Year 11 and 12
attend a Southern Cross University partner high school to students who have the academic capability to succeed at
gain early admission on the basis of their school Principal’s university. Head-Start introduces you to university life and
recommendation. study while you are still at school, and can count as credit
towards a Southern Cross degree.
Visit www.scu.edu.au/star for details about the program.
Visit www.scu.edu.au/headstart for details.
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OUR
COURSES
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“I really enjoy learning about the way society is,
the theories behind it and how this influences
people’s values and beliefs. I currently work with
women in an empowerment program. I hope to
use the knowledge, skills and experiences I have
gained at university to work overseas in a social
work capacity in the future.”
Sabrina
Bachelor of Social Welfare graduate
Master of Social Work (Professional Qualifying)
student
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ARTS,
HUMANITIES
& SOCIAL
SCIENCES
Turn your passion for social justice, human relationships,
communication or creativity into a career.
BACHELOR OF ARTS
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BACHELOR OF ARTS BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
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BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WELFARE ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF ARTS
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
The course is accredited by the Australian Community
Workers Association (ACWA). Graduates are eligible to join
ACWA.
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BUSINESS
& TOURISM
Andrea
Bachelor of Business student
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Business professionals of tomorrow need more than an understanding of core
business disciplines – they need adaptability, curiosity and agility to respond to a
changing future.
BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTING
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS
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BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTING BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
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BACHELOR OF BUSINESS IN BACHELOR OF BUSINESS IN
IN CONVENTION AND EVENT TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT MANAGEMENT
COURSE OVERVIEW
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event
Management positions graduates at the centre of the fast The Bachelor of Business in Tourism and Hospitality
growing events industry. Students acquire the skills and Management prepares students with transferable skills for a
knowledge required to pursue a career in the management, career rich with diversity.
planning and marketing of corporate events, conventions
Core units comprise subjects in business operations,
and meetings, festivals and special events.
marketing, finance, human resources and regulation.
Core units develop foundational knowledge in research, Students may either choose from a range of electives,
management and marketing of events and include or specialise with one of the following majors: event
advanced studies in festival and special events planning; management; hospitality management or tourism
event operations management; facility and risk management.
management; production planning and management;
and convention and exhibition planning with the option to PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT
specialise through the selection of electives.
Students complete a 14-week internship as part of their
studies and have the opportunity to participate in an
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT
optional international exchange program in second year, to
This course includes a compulsory internship program, build their experience abroad.
which provides students with a block of practical workplace
experience during their final study session in a hospitality, CAREER OUTCOMES
event or tourism organisation in Australia or overseas.
Students may also undertake an optional international Graduates might seek professional management positions
exchange program in second year. in a range of tourism and hospitality operations including
hotels and resorts; clubs and gaming operations;
restaurants and catering; tourism destination planning and
CAREER OUTCOMES
marketing; tourism policy development; ecotourism; visitor
Graduates are suited to professional positions in conference management; tourism retail management; tourist attractions
organisation, trade fair and exhibition development, event and theme parks; conference and event operations.
or destination marketing, corporate meeting planning, event
and concert production, festival direction, event planning, PATHWAYS INTO THIS COURSE
and/or sponsorship coordination.
Graduates of the Associate Degree of Business will be
guaranteed entry to this course with up to 16 units of credit.
PATHWAYS INTO THIS COURSE
Graduates of the Associate Degree of Business will be
guaranteed entry to this course with up to 16 units of credit.
Also Available:
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS,
BACHELOR OF LAWS
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BACHELOR OF BUSINESS, ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF BUSINESS
BACHELOR OF ARTS
COURSE OVERVIEW
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Associate Degree of Business covers a broad range of
The Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Arts gives students the business topics that develop the professional skills necessary
possibility of combining business management skills with for gaining employment or for continuing study at a higher
a focus on humanities or creative arts. Students build core level. The course provides students with foundational
capabilities to support business decision-making, including understanding of business language and organisational
foundations in business law, economics and accounting communication. Students can also select to focus on an area
and have the opportunity to specialise in a wide range of of their interest for part of the course including accounting,
subjects from both business and arts disciplines. business, tourism or digital business.
The double degree permits multiple combinations of This degree is offered through SCU College, which
arts and business majors, for example, coupling a major understands that learners have diverse experiences and
in accounting with tourism, marketing with psychology, ways of learning. The College provides additional, tailored
information systems with creative arts or many other workshops to assist students develop academic and study
combinations. skills, supporting their study and connecting them to their
peers.
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT
CAREER OUTCOMES
Students can choose a double-weighted internship unit to
get practical experience and build professional networks. The Associate Degree of Business provides guaranteed
entry into a Southern Cross Bachelor degree in accounting,
CAREER OUTCOMES business, digital business, information technology,
convention and event management, or tourism and
Graduates might pursue careers that combine knowledge hospitality management with up to 16 units of credit.
of business and the arts or those specific to each discipline.
Opportunities exist in a range of fields from journalism to Graduates may find work in para-professional roles in a range
policy, management to design, public relations to banking of settings in the private and public business sectors and in
and beyond. A number of majors are accredited by industry fields such as general business, marketing, management,
bodies, offering a guaranteed pathway into professions. retail, tourism and other business services.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
The accounting major in the Bachelor of Business is
accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and
New Zealand and CPA Australia. Students may apply for
membership of the Institute of Public Accountants.
The finance major in the Bachelor of Business is aligned
with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission
(ASIC) RG146 accreditation requirements and Southern
Cross University provides authorised assessment for
certification.
Students are eligible to join the Australian Institute of Internships provide students with the opportunity to gain
Management. valuable hands-on skills and experience as they acquire
greater awareness of employer expectations, develop
workplace competencies and experience, and test their
career choices against the realities of the workplace. A
Work Integrated Learning program, which consists of one
workplace preparation unit and four internship units, is a
major strength of our degrees.
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COURSE OVERVIEW
DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS The Diploma of Business gives you the opportunity
to develop your academic and business skills in areas
that could include digital business, tourism, finance,
management, economics and marketing.
Students complete core units and tailor their studies with
the choice of either an information technology or a business
UAC 332061 stream.
QTAC 052171 The Diploma of Business is offered through SCU College,
Guaranteed entry ATAR/OP 2019: 55/17 which understands that learners have diverse experiences
and ways of learning. The College supports your study
Lowest Selection Rank 2018: n/a success and connects you to your peers through additional
Highest Selection Rank 2018: n/a workshops to assist you develop academic and study skills.
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DIGITAL
MEDIA & IT
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The jobs of tomorrow will require agile digital specialists who can create,
deliver and distribute information and resources seamlessly.
Josh
Bachelor of Information Technology
student
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BACHELOR OF DIGITAL BUSINESS BACHELOR OF DIGITAL MEDIA AND
COMMUNICATIONS
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BACHELOR OF INFORMATION ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF
TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
This course also covers issues confronting the IT industry CAREER OUTCOMES
including employer obligations, employee rights, impacts on
society, and future directions of the industry. Career opportunities exist as user-experience designers and
developers, web developers, systems administrators, and
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT technical support personnel.
This course includes optional work placements to gain The Associate Degree of Information Technology is an ideal
hands-on experience working with industry, developing pathway to the Southern Cross Bachelor of Information
information technology responses to business dilemmas. Technology and provides up to 16 units of credit in this
degree to graduates.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Graduates can look forward to good employment prospects
as a programmer, user-experience designer and developer,
systems analyst, database administrator, project manager,
web developer, ICT network professional or technical
support personnel.
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EDUCATION
& TEACHING
Home to the Centre for Children and Young People and an active research community,
Southern Cross produces teachers armed with the latest knowledge in teaching practice
and adolescent education.
Benjamen
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Education (Primary)
student
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BACHELOR OF ARTS / BACHELOR OF BACHELOR OF ARTS / BACHELOR
EDUCATION (PRIMARY) OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY/EARLY
CHILDHOOD)
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
This degree is accredited by the NSW Education Standards
Authority and the Queensland College of Teachers and
nationally by the Australian Children’s Education and Care
Quality Authority and the Australian Institute for Teaching
and School Leadership.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS / BACHELOR BACHELOR OF ARTS / BACHELOR OF
OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY/ EDUCATION (SECONDARY)
SECONDARY)
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
This degree is accredited by the NSW Education Standards
Authority and the Queensland College of Teachers and
nationally by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School
Leadership.
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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY /
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
(SECONDARY)
UAC 334191
QTAC 051191
Guaranteed entry ATAR/OP 2019: 75/11
Lowest Selection Rank 2018: 74
Highest Selection Rank 2018: 96
Duration: 4 years full-time/8 years part-time
Starts: March
Location: online
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Bachelor of Technology/Bachelor Education (Secondary)
prepares students as secondary school teachers in the
Technological and Applied Studies key learning area. The
course has a focus on creativity and innovation and a
strong underpinning in social, cultural and environmental
sustainability.
This course includes core subjects in education, teaching,
design and technology and students specialise in two of
the following areas: food, textile, computing, graphics/
multimedia and industrial technology with the choice
of additional electives that cover a range of design and
education subjects.
Students who already hold the appropriate TAFE or other
recognised VET provider qualifications will receive advanced
standing in this course.
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT
Students complete significant blocks of in-school supervised
professional experiences throughout the degree to
demonstrate their capabilities as teachers.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Graduates are qualified as secondary teachers in NSW in
the Technological and Applied Studies area, which includes
food, textiles, computing and industrial technology.
Graduates might also be suited to professional roles in
organisations where innovation, technology skills and
specific industry knowledge is highly desired.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
This course is accredited by the NSW Education Standards
Authority and nationally through the Australian Institute for
Teaching and School Leadership.
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ENGINEERING
& SCIENCE
Abby
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering student
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BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
DIPLOMA OF SCIENCE
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BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING
(HONOURS) IN CIVIL ENGINEERING (HONOURS) IN MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING
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BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
(HONOURS) IN COASTAL SYSTEMS
ENGINEERING
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF SCIENCE DIPLOMA OF SCIENCE
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“I grew up in Spain, and my mum worked with women
to help prevent human trafficking. I got to see first-
hand how combining medicine and law really helped
in this field of work.”
Sophie
Bachelor of Biomedical Science,
Bachelor of Laws student
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HEALTH
SCIENCES
Put your empathy to good use in a degree that’s all about caring for people and
improving their lives. Our health sciences courses are driven by contemporary
best practice and many allow you to qualify for professional registration.
BACHELOR OF PODIATRY
BACHELOR OF PEDORTHICS
DIPLOMA OF HEALTH
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BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE BACHELOR OF CLINICAL SCIENCES
(OSTEOPATHIC STUDIES)
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BACHELOR OF EXERCISE SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF OCCUPATIONAL
PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE THERAPY
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BACHELOR OF PODIATRY BACHELOR OF PEDORTHICS
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BACHELOR OF PODIATRY, BACHELOR BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL
OF PEDORTHICS SCIENCE
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BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL BACHELOR OF SPEECH PATHOLOGY
SCIENCE, BACHELOR OF LAWS
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CAREER OUTCOMES
BACHELOR OF SPORT AND EXERCISE As an exercise scientist, graduates can expect to gain
SCIENCE employment in sports coaching, strength training and
conditioning, sport development, performance testing and
talent identification, personal training and gym instruction,
health promotion, occupational rehabilitation and sports or
recreation management.
UAC GC 338160, L335100, CH 335154
Graduates may also choose to pursue further postgraduate
QTAC GC 056181, L 055001, CH 055551 study. They receive up to four units of credit towards the
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, which enables
Guaranteed entry ATAR/OP 2019: 75/11 registration as an exercise physiologist. Total duration of
Lowest Selection Rank 2018: 67 the combined Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology is four years.
Highest Selection Rank 2018: 97
This degree is also a pathway to the Master of Teaching
Duration: 3 years full-time/6 years part-time that can prepare students as PDHPE teachers in secondary
Starts: March, July, October settings.
Shawn
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise
Science student
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Students complete a 140-hour exercise science professional
BACHELOR OF SPORT AND EXERCISE placement in the third year of the course. Placements
might be in health and sporting centres, clubs, schools and
SCIENCE, BACHELOR OF LAWS academies or sport and recreation centres.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Graduates will have an array of opportunities to practice
UAC GC 336163, L 336106 their legal skills across the health, sport, fitness and leisure
industries, as employees or in private practice.
QTAC GC 056861, L 056081
There are several career paths that combine a knowledge
Guaranteed entry ATAR/OP 2019: 90/5 of health, sport, fitness or leisure industries with law in
Lowest Selection Rank 2018: n/a sports administration and management or as a lawyer with a
specialisation in sports-related issues.
Highest Selection Rank 2018: n/a
Duration: 5 years full-time/10 years part-time PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Starts: March, July This degree fulfils the academic requirements for admission
to the legal profession. Professional admission authorities
Location: Gold Coast, Lismore also require law graduates of all universities to complete
practical legal training or similar to be eligible to practise as
COURSE OVERVIEW a lawyer.
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, Bachelor The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science delivered from
of Laws prepares students as both exercise science the Lismore campus is accredited by Exercise and Sport
professionals and as lawyers – developing skills across Science Australia (ESSA) at the Exercise Science level. The
commercial and employment contracts, litigation, and tax course is also recognised by the National Strength and
and to work with sporting individuals or teams in areas of Conditioning Association of America. Subject to successful
sport psychology, strength and conditioning, coaching or accreditation, all graduates, regardless of the major
health promotion. completed, will be eligible for full membership as Exercise
Scientists with ESSA.
Students complete core units in law and exercise science.
Although there are no majors in this course, students can Graduates are also eligible for registration as an Exercise
specialise through the choice of a wide range of electives. Professional with Fitness Australia and as a Level 1 Strength
This course offers a rare perspective on legal issues affecting and Conditioning Coach with the Australian Strength and
professional athletes and associations – an understanding of Conditioning Association.
the impact of player agreements, sponsorship agreements
and the governance of professional sporting bodies. PATHWAYS INTO THIS COURSE
Applicants who do not have the required entry mark are
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT encouraged to apply for the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise
Students may undertake voluntary legal experience and Science. If those students achieve the required grade point
professional placement with legal firms or offices, to average during the course, they may then apply for transfer
complement their practical legal skills and become familiar into the double degree.
with the issues facing working lawyers.
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF HEALTH DIPLOMA OF HEALTH
CAREER OUTCOMES
Graduates of this SCU College program are guaranteed
entry into Southern Cross Bachelor degrees in occupational
therapy, biomedical science, speech pathology,
psychological science, podiatry, pedorthics or sport and
exercise science – with up to 16 units of credit depending on
the stream taken.
Alternatively, graduates will have opportunities in para-
professional roles across a range of health care settings.
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INDIGENOUS
KNOWLEDGE
Dylan
Bachelor of Indigenous Studies
(Now Bachelor of Indigenous
Knowledge) student
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Interested in understanding how learning and knowledge is shared in the world’s
oldest living cultures? Our unique Indigenous Knowledge degree develops a
teaching and learning process that is founded on principles of social justice,
cultural integrity, inclusion and social justice through education.
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BACHELOR OF INDIGENOUS
KNOWLEDGE
UAC 337118
QTAC 057701
Guaranteed entry ATAR/OP 2019: 75/11
Lowest Selection Rank 2018: n/a
Highest Selection Rank 2018: n/a
Duration: 3 years full-time/6 years part-time
Starts: March, July
Location: Lismore, online
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge generates greater
understanding of Indigenous world views, by exploring
histories, knowledge systems, determinants of health and
wellbeing and ways of living, in a culturally diverse and
supportive environment.
Students build theoretical and practical capability in areas
including cultural protocols and Indigenous ways of knowing
and being. They learn to engage with communities and
work towards better environmental, social and economic
outcomes.
Majors include community and land management; and
Aboriginal health care with the option in the final year to
study other disciplines including education, law and justice,
environmental science and engineering, business and
tourism, arts and social sciences and health and human
sciences.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Career opportunities exist in project management or
administration with Indigenous, government or community-
based organisations, especially those with a focus on
Indigenous issues. Typical career sectors include: health
services, paralegal work, social welfare, environmental
management, education or business.
Eligible graduates can apply for the Bachelor of Indigenous
Knowledge with Honours as a pathway to the Doctor
of Indigenous Philosophies and to other postgraduate
programs offered by Southern Cross University.
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LAW &
JUSTICE
Kahu
Bachelor of Laws student
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Ready to make an impact on the world we live in? Our law degrees prepare you
for admission as a lawyer and are taught by some of the country’s most innovative
legal scholars. Expand your career options by combining your law degree with a
degree in Arts, Business, Sport and Exercise Science, Social Science, Psychology
and even Creative Writing.
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BACHELOR OF LAWS BACHELOR OF LAWS
(GRADUATE ENTRY) (UNDERGRADUATE ENTRY)
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BACHELOR OF LAWS AND CREATIVE BACHELOR OF ARTS, BACHELOR OF
WRITING LAWS
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BACHELOR OF BUSINESS, BACHELOR OF LEGAL AND JUSTICE
BACHELOR OF LAWS STUDIES
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PATHWAYS INTO THIS COURSE
BACHELOR OF LEGAL AND JUSTICE Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements are
STUDIES, BACHELOR OF LAWS encouraged to apply for the Bachelor of Legal and Justice
Studies. Students who achieve the required grade point
average may then apply to transfer to the double degree.
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Also available as a double degree with Law:
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN LAW
(PARALEGAL STUDIES) BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL
SCIENCE, BACHELOR OF LAWS
Refer to Health Sciences page 45
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies) provides an
academic qualification as a paralegal or conveyancer and an
admission pathway to the Bachelor of Laws.
Students will gain foundational knowledge about the
Australian legal system and its processes, develop skills in
legal research and writing, and a working understanding of
key legal principles. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain
a formal qualification and start working in a wide range of
industries as a paraprofessional.
This course consists of compulsory law units and
elective units. Students may choose to study a major in
conveyancing to satisfy the academic requirements as a
conveyancer in NSW.
Please note: Some elective units require attendance at on-
campus workshops.
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT
Students may undertake voluntary legal experience and
para-professional placement with legal firms or offices to
complement their practical legal skills and become familiar
with the issues facing working paralegals.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Paralegals work with solicitors and barristers, in government
legal departments, law enforcement agencies, legal aid
offices, court administration, public prosecutions, in the
community sector and in the corporate sector in finance,
banking, insurance and conveyancing.
Students who achieve the required grade point average
during or on completion of this degree may apply for
admission into the undergraduate entry Bachelor of Laws.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
When taken with a major in conveyancing, this course
provides students with the academic requirements
necessary to obtain a conveyancer’s licence in NSW, and is
accredited by NSW Fair Trading.
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“Studying at Southern Cross helped me to find my
passion for environmental science, in particular
chemistry. Getting out into the field during the
environmental science degree was great, in particular
the trip to Heron Island which coincided with the coral
spawning.”
Kate
Bachelor of Environmental Science graduate
Bachelor of Science with Honours student
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MARINE &
ENVIRONMENTAL
SCIENCES
Explore your passion for the ocean and the land, sustainability and species
conservation in state-of-the-art analytical facilities and through field trips in the
living laboratory of our natural environment – the world heritage rainforests, reefs
and rivers that surround our campuses.
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BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL BACHELOR OF MARINE SCIENCE AND
SCIENCE MANAGEMENT
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BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL BACHELOR OF FOREST SCIENCE AND
SCIENCE / BACHELOR OF MARINE MANAGEMENT
SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
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MUSIC &
CREATIVE
ARTS
Sabrina
Bachelor of Art and Design student
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Is the artist in you just busting to get out into the world? Our Lismore campus is a
perfect place to spread your creative wings. Be taught by industry professionals
with the best of modern production facilities at your disposal.
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BACHELOR OF ART AND DESIGN BACHELOR OF CONTEMPORARY
MUSIC
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PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT
ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF CREATIVE Students can undertake an optional professional placement
WRITING unit of 70 - 100 hours in an appropriate organisation.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Graduates might find work as a writer of novels and scripts;
food, nature, art or travel writer; feature journalist; critic and
UAC 333301 reviewer; essayist; poet; editor and publisher; or writer for
QTAC 053301 marketing and public relations, the public service and arts-
related industries.
Guaranteed entry ATAR/OP 2019: 55/17
Successful completion of the Associate Degree of Creative
Lowest Selection Rank 2018: n/a Writing offers up to 16 units of credit towards a Southern
Highest Selection Rank 2018: n/a Cross Bachelor of Arts.
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NURSING &
MIDWIFERY
Make your mark in the rewarding professions of nursing and midwifery with degrees
taught in cutting edge health science laboratories and facilities.
BACHELOR OF MIDWIFERY
BACHELOR OF NURSING
Grace
Bachelor of Midwifery student
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women during birth and support women and their babies
BACHELOR OF MIDWIFERY with diverse needs across pregnancy, labour and birth, and
the postnatal period.
CAREER OUTCOMES
Registered midwives may practise midwifery in various
capacities in public and private hospitals and community,
UAC GC 335167, CH 335153 maternity and neonatal health care settings in urban, rural
and remote areas. They can practise as group practice
QTAC GC 055861, CH 055451 midwives, clinical midwifery consultants, midwifery
Guaranteed entry ATAR/OP 2019: 90/5 educators, midwifery unit managers, community midwives,
researchers, and as independent midwives (with further
Lowest Selection Rank 2018: 83 training). They can work in any state of Australia and in New
Highest Selection Rank 2018: 99 Zealand.
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT
Students undertake placements of about 1,000 hours and
may attend antenatal and postnatal assessments/visits with
women; provide direct care to women during labour; assist
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BACHELOR OF NURSING BACHELOR OF NURSING (FOR
ENROLLED NURSES)
Duration: 3 years full-time/6 years part-time Location: Gold Coast, Lismore, Coffs Harbour
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“I finished the Preparing for Success at SCU Program through SCU
College which gave me confidence in academic skills and all things
university. Now I am studying to become an osteopath which I am
really excited about.”
Markas
Preparing for Success at SCU Program graduate
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) student
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PATHWAY
PROGRAMS
Also available:
PREPARING FOR SUCCESS AT SCU
PROGRAM (PSP)
ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF ARTS
Refer to Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
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OUR CAMPUSES
Gold Coast
Our Gold Coast campus provides a dynamic learning environment.
You will study in state-of-the-art facilities just minutes away from
North Kirra Beach and a short walk to Gold Coast Airport.
Business and tourism degrees take full advantage of Degrees are also offered in arts, education, IT, law, social
this thriving city where a multitude of leisure and service science and social welfare.
industries offer work and placement opportunities.
If you are studying one of our health science degrees, you
will learn in discipline-specific laboratories with high-tech
interactive models to provide simulated training experiences
ABOUT THE GOLD COAST REGION
and industry-standard equipment for podiatry, pedorthics, A sun-loving subtropical city of beaches, rainforest, parkland
midwifery, nursing, sport science, speech pathology, and thriving business and retail activity, the Gold Coast is the
osteopathy and occupational therapy. Students also gain sixth largest city in Australia with a population of more than
clinical experience providing health services to the public in half a million people. Sport and entertainment, including
the Southern Cross University Health Clinic. major theme parks, are part of the relaxed lifestyle.
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Lismore
Our Lismore campus, in its beautiful rainforest setting, hums with
vitality and is a creative hub for the music, media and visual arts
degrees for which it is renowned.
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Coffs Harbour
Our Coffs Harbour campus is a place where you instantly feel at home.
Located together with North Coast TAFE and a senior high school, this
coastal campus is surrounded by a beautiful natural environment, with an
abundance of birdlife, amazing beaches and views of the Pacific Ocean
from the hilltop above the campus.
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OUR CAMPUSES
National Marine Science Centre
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OUR CAMPUSES
Online
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live , study, explore.
Get more out of your university
education by joining a club, playing
a sport or participating in the many
social and cultural activities that
make our campuses such great
places to study.
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CAMPUS LIFE
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Southern Cross University doubled its scholarship pool in 2018
with a new $100,000 scholarship program.
A total of 40 Southern Cross scholars receive a $2,500 award All students are encouraged to apply for a scholarship and
under the program, as well as the opportunity to act as a paid the process is simple. You can apply online by following the
student ambassador and be a part of the Vice Chancellor’s links on our scholarships page. With just one application,
student caucus. eligible commencing students are in the running for all Rising
Stars scholarships.
A number of other scholarships, that range in value from
$150 to $25,000, are available for undergraduate (your first Check out the Scholarships Finder at
degree), postgraduate, Indigenous Australian students and www.scu.edu.au/scholarships to see if there are any
international students. scholarships for which you are eligible.
Through our Rising Stars program, scholarships are made Future and current students interested in an equity
available by the Vice Chancellor, industry providers and scholarship (for students who have experienced
generous donors who believe in the value of education. disadvantage) should apply via UAC Equity Scholarships:
The Australian Government also provides scholarships. www.uac.edu.au/equity
There are also scholarships available to help you study
overseas for a short period as an international exchange
student. Selection criteria vary widely.
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SERVICES FOR STUDENTS
LIBRARY SERVICES IT SERVICES
Libraries are located at all campuses and provide students Apart from our state-of-the-art computer labs with their
with print and online resources, computers, printing and scanning, printing and copying services, currently enrolled
photocopying facilities, and spaces for both group work and students have access to a range of technology services
individual study. including:
The library’s online resources include electronic books and
journals that can be accessed anywhere, anytime on your
MYSCU – YOUR UNIVERSITY ONLINE
desktop, laptop or mobile device. You can borrow print • Student administration services including My Enrolment
resources from all Southern Cross University libraries. Items where you can check your progress, grades and more
not held at your home campus can be requested through
the catalogue and will be delivered free of charge, either to • Blackboard Learn, your online access to unit resources,
the campus of your choice or to your home address if you communication, collaboration tools and, in many cases,
study online. lecture recordings
Librarians are available in person, over the phone, via chat, • Online readings, eBooks, journal articles, books and
or via email to help you. The library website offers a range of multimedia provided by the library
useful online guides and other information that will help you • Booking study rooms and library help services
to find the resources you need.
• Access to timetables for lectures and exams
Students studying online can benefit from having print books
mailed out to them, with free return postage included. They • University news and events happening around the
can also request copies of journal articles or book chapters campuses and beyond.
from print sources in the library to be scanned and delivered
electronically. MOBILE TECHNOLOGIES
Other universities in Australia and New Zealand extend Mobile@SCU is a free mobile application that lets you stay
borrower status to our students. You’ll need to provide your connected wherever you are and offers access to phone
student photo ID card and proof of current enrolment to the directories, searchable campus maps, news, videos, the
University library from which you wish to borrow. Charges library, iTunesU and your learning sites in Blackboard Learn.
may apply at some libraries. Visit: www.scu.edu.au/library To download or get further information, visit:
www.scu.edu.au/it/mobility
DEVELOPING ACADEMIC SKILLS Visit: www.scu.edu.au/it for more details about our
Staff from the Centre for Teaching and Learning help technology services or to contact the helpdesk.
students realise their full academic potential. Online
resources provide self-guided assistance in areas such as STUDIOSITY
essay and report writing and academic writing generally, Studiosity is an after-hours online tutoring service available
approaches to effective reading, note-taking, critical from 4pm to midnight, six days a week (Sunday to Friday).
analysis, time management, academic integrity and exam This service allows you to immediately connect to a real-life
technique. Workshops, group study sessions and individual expert tutor who can help you work through questions, or
consultations are available along with the PASS (Peer provide feedback. You can also upload a writing draft to
Assisted Study Sessions) program in selected units. Studiosity Check Mate and receive feedback in 24 hours.
Visit: www.scu.edu.au/academicskills
EDUROAM
Eduroam is a worldwide roaming wireless service between
participating educational institutions to allow sharing
of wireless access. Eduroam provides a secure wireless
connection for staff, students and visitors. Being part of
eduroam allows you to visit a participating institution or
partner and connect to the internet the same way you do
on campus without having to request a guest account.
Access to eduroam is free. There are no account fees, no
connection fees and no access fees.
Visit www.scu.edu.au/eduroam
STUDENT EMAIL
All currently enrolled students are given access to our cloud-
based email service and free access to Microsoft Office
products for installation on up to five devices.
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SUPPORTS
CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICE UNIMENTOR – CONNECTING STUDENTS
Give your career the head start it deserves and make contact When you are starting out at university as a new student, it
with the Career Development Service from the first year of can sometimes feel daunting. That’s why we have developed
your studies. the UniMentor program, to help make the transition easier
for you. We will connect you with an experienced student
The Career Development Service can help you with:
mentor studying in the same discipline area as you.
• Choosing the right degree
Your UniMentor is in touch with the academic and social
• Discovering your passion challenges of university life, as they have already ‘been there’
and ‘done that’. Regular meetings with your UniMentor can
• Part-time work help you gain positive, empowering advice and support.
• Volunteering and work experience UniMentors can advise on a range of student issues, from the
best way to navigate an online study environment to where
• Assistance with job applications to buy text books.
• Mock interviews You and your mentor can meet face-to- face, communicate
• Networking and participating in the Bright Futures online via email, or catch up on Facebook and other social
Program (gaining a graduate mentor from Year 2 of your media sites.
studies) The UniMentor program is available to commencing
• Help with targeting graduate employers. undergraduate on-campus and on-line students and is
coordinated by the Equity and Diversity Office.
Visit: www.scu.edu.au/mentor
STUDENT ACCESS AND INCLUSION Check us on Facebook!
If you are a student with disability, we provide a range of
support services to assist you to be successful in your
studies. CHAPLAINCY AND PASTORAL CARE
SERVICES
These services may include note-taking assistance or digital
note-takers, access to alternative format materials, special Chaplaincy services at each campus support and promote
software or other services as needed. the spiritual, social and emotional wellbeing of all students
from all faiths during the ordinary and the crisis times of
If you are vision or hearing impaired or have a significant life. All conversations with chaplains are confidential. Some
physical disability which requires a high level of support, emergency financial support is also available to students.
please contact Student Access and Inclusion as early as Chaplaincy maintains strong links with the faith groups in
possible (at least three-to-four months prior to your intended each community, including established religious groups and
enrolment). denominational churches.
For more information: Visit: www.scu.edu.au/chaplaincy
Coffs Harbour campus:
T: 02 6659 3263
INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN STUDENT
For all other locations and online:
SERVICES (IASS)
T: 02 6626 9514
IASS provides information, advice and support to Aboriginal
E: inclusion@scu.edu.au
and Torres Strait Islander students relating to admission,
www.scu.edu.au/disabilitysupport
acceptance of offers, enrolment through self-management,
fees, examinations and grades, accommodation, tutorial
assistance, Abstudy, access to learning resources,
counselling and other support services. We have IASS staff
located at each campus – Lismore, Coffs Harbour and the
Gold Coast.
T: 1800 769 763
E: iass@scu.edu.au
www.scu.edu.au/iass
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ACCOMMODATION
At both Lismore and Coffs Harbour, you can enjoy quality on-campus
accommodation just minutes away from your classes, while the Gold Coast
offers a range of private accommodation.
ON-CAMPUS OFF-CAMPUS
SCU Village at Lismore offers a range of two-to-six-bedroom Check out Unistays for a range of off-campus
apartments at three colleges – Orion, Sirius and Magellan. accommodation in the local area: unistays.scu.edu.au.
Facilities at each college include internet access and on-site
Local real estate agents or portals such as
laundries indoor and outdoor entertainment areas and movie
realestate.com.au also list private rentals.
facilities. Weekly room rental ranges from $167-$209 (in 2018).
See www.scuvillage.com.au for details.
SCU Village at Coffs Harbour provides modern, fully
furnished four-bedroom apartments with wireless internet
access, laundry facilities, and a recreation lounge for group
gatherings and organised social events. Weekly room rental
ranges from $189-$209 (in 2018). See
www.scuvillage.com.au for details.
COSTS
COMMONWEALTH SUPPORTED PLACES STUDENT SERVICES AND AMENITIES FEE
The Australian Government provides support to most Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee
Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand is charged for each study period in which you are enrolled
citizens enrolled in undergraduate and some postgraduate and is used to provide important services and amenities to
degrees. For each unit a Commonwealth-supported student students both on and off campus. Eligible students have
undertakes towards their degree, the government pays the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan
part of the cost and the student pays the rest, known as the scheme. Visit: www.scu.edu.au/fees/ssaf for details.
Student Contribution Amount (SCA). The SCA for each unit
varies according to which band applies to that unit.
To find out which bands apply to your units of study, visit:
OTHER STUDY COSTS
www.scu.edu.au/fees. You can either pay the SCA upfront Your costs could also include computer equipment and
or defer payment through the HECS-HELP scheme. software, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course
specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment
or travel for practicums, internships or industry experience.
HECS-HELP SCHEME
To defer your fees, complete the HECS-HELP form, which is
available under ‘My Commonwealth Assistance Forms’ on
BOOKS AND SUPPLIES
the MyEnrolment section of the Southern Cross University Most courses will require you to buy textbooks. The cost of
website. Not all students eligible for Commonwealth textbooks varies greatly from unit to unit. Students should
supported places will be eligible for HECS-HELP. get in touch with the Co-op bookshop to find textbooks for a
given unit. You can also do a textbook search online by going
Payment can be deferred until you are earning a specific
to the Textbooks tab at: www.coop.com.au
income that the government determines every year. The
repayments will come out of your income depending on Second-hand textbooks are sometimes available. Check
how much you are earning. through the various student associations at each campus.
Visit: www.scu.edu.au/studentassociations
FEE-HELP is another Australian Government loan program to
help eligible fee-paying students to pay their tuition fees. See
www.studyassist.gov.au for details.
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QUICK REFERENCE
Course Name Guaranteed Entry ATAR/OP* UAC QTAC GC L CH O Duration Page
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Course Name Guaranteed Entry ATAR/OP* UAC QTAC GC L CH O Duration Page
HEALTH SCIENCES
Bachelor of Biomedical Science 75/11 335165 059661 • 3F/6P 40
INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE
Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge 75/11 337118 057701 • • 3F/6P 50
LAW
Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) 90/5 GC 336766
L 336100
GC 056761
L 056001
• • • 3F/6P 54
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Course Name Guaranteed Entry ATAR/OP* UAC QTAC GC L CH O Duration Page
PATHWAY PROGRAMS
Preparing for Success at SCU Direct application • • • • 0.25F/1P 73
Program (PSP)
*Guaranteed entry ATAR/OP: If you are a school leaver and you achieve the guaranteed entry ATAR/OP, the University will
offer you a place into that course, subject to any other selection criteria that could include English language proficiency, a
personal statement, interview or portfolio of work. High demand courses fill quickly – apply as soon as possible to guarantee
your place.
Please note: the University can apply adjustment factors to your ATAR or OP based on your status as an elite athlete or
performer, disadvantage you might have experienced, your location in a rural or remote area or your performance in
particular subjects.
Some undergraduate courses do not require you to have an ATAR or an OP and can be a pathway to further study. See
page 9 for details about pathway courses or contact the University.
Selection Rank: Selection Rank of an applicant to which an offer of a place was made includes the consideration of any
adjustments the applicant may have been eligible for.
While the information in this guide was correct at the time of publication, please refer to www.scu.edu.au/courses for the
most up-to-date information regarding course entry requirements.
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WHERE TO NEXT?
1. Choose a course
4.
Apply!
2.
Check the course To apply as a school leaver with
requirements on an ATAR or OP, go to
ourcourses.scu.edu.au uac.edu.au or qtac.edu.au
To apply as a non-school
leaver or for online study, apply
3.
Talk to a student adviser
directly to the university
if you need more advice
www.scu.edu.au/howtoapply
on 1800 626 481
Published by Southern Cross University August 2018. The information in this brochure was accurate at the time it was published and is to be
used as a guide only.
Southern Cross University reserves the right to alter, amend or delete details of course offerings and other information published in the
brochure at any stage. To the extent permitted at law, the 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 contained in this brochure. Information in this brochure refers to
Australian Domestic Students only. International students should refer to the University website: www.scu.edu.au/international
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