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in association with Your direct pathway to Griffith University 2012 Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Australia INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE University Programs
QIBT Your direct pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2012
• Brisbane is a culturally diverse,
vibrant and environmentally
friendly city, with an ideal
Queensland climate.
• The Gold Coast has some of
the world’s best beaches, as
well as exhilarating theme
parks and beachfront
shopping precincts.
• Griffith University is ranked in
the top four percent of
universities worldwide* and
among Australia’s top 10
research universities.†
• QIBT is Queensland’s
leading university pathway
provider, and has helped over
8,000 Australian and
international students begin
their university studies.
• In 2010 more than 103,000
international students from
over 130 countries chose
Queensland as their preferred
study destination.
* Times Higher Education-QS
World University Rankings, 2010.
† Based on fields of research at the
four-digit level. Australian Research
Council, Excellence in Research for
Australia, national report, 2010.
Read on to find out
more about studying
in Queensland.
WHY STUDY
AT QIBT?
1
YOUR PATHWAY
OVERVIEW
TO SUCCESS
Queensland Institute of Business and Technology (QIBT) is your pathway to a
degree at Griffith University. QIBT is part of the global Navitas Group, an
internationally recognised education provider with the knowledge and resources
of staff in more than 50 different colleges and campuses worldwide.
Message from the
College Director of QIBT
Based on the Griffith University campuses, By choosing a QIBT program, you will be
QIBT offers a range of university-level following thousands of students who have
programs to enable a smooth transition to your gone on to achieve academic success at
future degree. Our programs are designed and Griffith University.
taught by university lecturers in a supportive
Heather Tinsley
environment, with small class sizes and
College Director and Principal QIBT
additional contact hours to those typically
offered at university. This teaching model has
resulted in high success rates for our students.
Message from
the Vice-Chancellor
of Griffith University
Since we opened our doors in 1975, Griffith approves. As a QIBT student, you automatically
University has come to be regarded as one of become part of the wider university community,
the leading and most influential universities of with full access to student services and
Australia and the Asia–Pacific region. We offer facilities at Griffith University.
a distinctive learning experience that fosters a
global perspective for our students: from I wish you well with your studies at QIBT and
curricula that address international issues to look forward to welcoming you as a Griffith
study exchanges abroad and research University student.
collaborations with partner universities around Ian O’Connor
the world. Vice Chancellor and President Griffith University
At QIBT you can choose from the foundation
year, diploma and postgraduate qualifying
programs, which the university monitors and
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Brisbane:
An idyllic student city
Located in Queensland, Australia’s Sunshine State,
Brisbane is Australia’s third largest city. As well as being a
culturally diverse and environmentally friendly city with an Brisbane
ideal climate, Brisbane offers a vibrant social, cultural and
recreational scene. It even boasts a man-made beach —
right in the central business district.
A hub of creativity and invention, Brisbane • Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
provides students with world-class • Queensland Museum
research facilities and innovative From Brisbane, travel one hour south to the
• Queen Street Mall
educational resources. Gold Coast, famous for its beaches,
• Southbank Parklands, including hinterland and theme parks. An hour
Things to see and do Streets Beach north of Brisbane is the Sunshine Coast,
Brisbane is the ideal location for a wide • Suncorp Stadium which features breathtaking beaches and
range of outdoor pursuits such as surfing, • Sunnybank, known as the rainforests, Australia Zoo and the World-
bushwalking, sailing, snorkelling, golfing, ‘real Chinatown’ Heritage-listed Fraser Island and Moreton
abseiling, hot-air ballooning, kayaking and Island. For more information about living in
• Story Bridge Adventure Climb Brisbane, visit studybrisbane.com.au.
skydiving. The city also hosts a variety of
markets and festivals throughout the year.
Brisbane is the perfect starting point for
exploring southeast Queensland — with
amusement and theme parks, zoos and
animal parks, wineries and scenic drives all
within easy driving distance.
Local attractions include:
• Cityside Botanic Gardens and Brisbane
Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha
• Fortitude Valley, the hub for art, music,
dance and youth culture
• Gallery of Modern Art
Message from
the Premier of Queensland
The Queensland Government is committed to who wish to take that first step towards a
ensuring Australian and overseas students are successful future.
given the opportunity to fulfil their educational
potential and reap the benefits of learning at world- Become part of a culturally diverse community, learn
class universities and tertiary colleges in a safe in a relaxed and welcoming environment and enjoy
and secure environment. living in Australia’s most progressive state.
Anna Bligh
For 14 years, QIBT has aided the growth of
Premier and Minister for the Arts
Queensland’s international education sector,
Queensland Government
attracting students from around the world
3 BRISBANE
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The Gold Coast:
Study in paradise
Located one hour’s drive south of Brisbane in southeast
Queensland, the Gold Coast is one of Australia’s most
beautiful coastal cities.
Gold Coast
Offering a near perfect climate with over 300 Things to see and do
days of sunshine a year, the region is home Local attractions include:
to over 70 kilometres of some of the world’s
best surfing beaches, exhilarating theme • over 70 kilometres of beaches, an
parks, beachfront shopping precincts, average water temperature of 22°C
rainforest hinterland and an array of vibrant • some of the world’s most exhilarating
live entertainment and nightlife hotspots. theme parks, including Warner • the Regional Botanic Gardens, featuring
As one of Australia’s fastest growing cities, Bros Movie World, Dreamworld and a Butterfly Garden and Rose Garden
the Gold Coast is also home to a thriving Wet ‘n’ Wild • evening entertainment from
business community. Recognised as • a variety of wildlife parks including nightclubs, restaurants, clubs and the
Australia’s premier tourist destination — and Sea World and the Currumbin famous Conrad Jupiter’s Casino to
attracting over 10 million overnight and Wildlife Sanctuary ballet, theatre and Broadway musicals
daytrip visitors each year — the Gold Coast • the Gold Coast Hinterland, home to • restaurants and cafes in Surfers
offers a multitude of employment rainforest reserves, national parks, Paradise and Broadbeach, offering
prospects in the hospitality industry. There vineyards, quaint villages and farmland cuisine from around the world
are excellent facilities and opportunities for
• the world’s tallest residential tower, • major shopping centres, small
aspiring film students and world-class
Q1, which is 322.5 metres above street boutiques, specialty shops and markets
infrastructure for research, training and
level and has an observation deck on • world-class sporting and
education in the healthcare industry. Gold
the 78th floor recreational facilities
Coast City is also a candidate to host the
2018 Commonwealth Games.
Queensland climate
The weather in Queensland is comfortable and sub-tropical. The Sunshine State enjoys
brilliant, warm summers and clear, mild winters, making it idyllic all year round.
Average daily
Season Period temperature
Summer December to February 21˚C to 29˚C
Autumn March to May 16˚C to 26˚C
Winter June to August 10˚C to 21˚C
Spring September to November 15˚C to 25˚C
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GOLD COAST
QUEENSLAND FAST FACTS
Population Brisbane: 2 million
Gold Coast: 528,000
Currency Australian dollar (A$)
Time zone Australian Eastern
Standard Time
(GMT/UTC +10)
Electricity 220–240 V
Language English
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Griffith University:
Play your part in the world
Griffith University’s global approach to teaching prepares Career Smarter, Griffith University’s
innovative online program, has been
graduates for tomorrow’s international job market. Its developed exclusively for Griffith students.
programs focus on industry connections and hands-on It will give you skills, confidence and the
edge in national and global employment
experience, which means Griffith students are already markets. You can also use our Career Search
networked and connected before they graduate. engine to match your desired career goals
with our program offerings at
griffith.edu.au/future-students.
In 2010 the Australian Research Council world’s business schools have received this
gave Griffith University a rating of ‘world accolade. The school has also been The Griffith University Industry Mentoring
standard or better’ in 25 broad areas of recognised for leadership in integrating Program helps students to transition into
research.* By this measure Griffith is among social, environmental and ethical issues into the workplace by matching postgraduate
the top 10 Australian universities, with its programs. Griffith’s Master of Business students from a range of disciplines with
more than 90 percent of its academic staff Administration (MBA) degree was ranked professionals in the same career field. You
working in these fields. Griffith is also 27th in the world — and number one in will have the opportunity to take part in
among the top three percent of universities Australia — in the Aspen Institute’s Beyond professional development activities, share
worldwide,* and is the number one Grey Pinstripes Global Top 100 for 2009–10. research and expertise and engage social
Australian university destination for students activities. For more information, visit
from 28 countries. Global career choices griffith.edu.au/careers-employment.
In 2011 Griffith was ranked in the top 500 Griffith graduates are successful leaders
in their fields around the world. As a
Degrees that
institutions for Academic Ranking of World
Universities (ARWU) (Shanghai Jiao Tong Griffith graduate you’ll be able to make create opportunities
World Ranking). useful international contacts through our At Griffith, an innovative approach to
ever-growing alumni community. Visit research, training and learning is creating a
Griffith Business School is internationally griffith.edu.au/development-alumni whole new student experience. As a founding
accredited by the Association to Advance for further details. member of Innovative Research Universities
Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB Australia (IRU-Australia), Griffith has a
International): fewer than five percent of the reputation for identifying new developments
in industry and pioneering innovative degree
programs in emerging fields.
Griffith was the first university in Australia to
offer programs in:
• Asian Studies
• Environmental Management
• International Business
• Microelectronic Engineering
• Multimedia
• an education alliance in Aviation
The university currently has:
• five campuses (Nathan, the Gold Coast,
Mount Gravatt, Logan and South Bank)
• 38 research centres
• 268 undergraduate programs
• 382 postgraduate programs
• 2,173 areas of research expertise
• 230 exchange partners
* Based on fields of research at the four-digit level. Australian Research Council, Excellence in Research for Australia, national report, 2010.
† Times Higher Education-QS World University Rankings, 2011.
“QIBT is a place
surrounded by
OVERVIEW
different people
from all around the
world. It is a great
opportunity not
only to study in an
environment that makes
education more direct,
helpful to students
and that is a direct
pathway to Griffith
University, but also a
great
opportunity
to know
different
cultures and
learn from
others
to enrich yours.”
Erica Carrera, Ecuador Commerce
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QIBT: Queensland’s leading
pathway provider
Since 1997, QIBT and Griffith University have helped over Gold Coast campus
8,000 Australian and international students enter tertiary In February 2012 QIBT will open on the
Griffith University’s Gold Coast campus.
studies, making QIBT Queensland’s leading university The Gold Coast is one hour’s drive south of
pathway provider. Brisbane and home to 56 kilometres of
some of the world’s best beaches,
exhilarating theme parks and beach front
QIBT provides high-quality education in a Mount Gravatt campus shopping precincts.
supportive learning environment that If you want to study at a relaxed and friendly
ensures the best graduate outcomes. The Griffith University’s Gold Coast Campus
university campus, then QIBT is for you. The spans several sites. Students may need to
college’s outstanding facilities and academic college is located on Griffith University’s
and welfare support services have also attend classes across sites, including the
Mount Gravatt campus, 10 kilometres south Australia Fair Shopping Centre site. The main
contributed to its success. of central Brisbane, in the scenic bushland campus is set amid native bushland and
As a QIBT student, you will be benefit from: setting of Toohey Forest. features state-of-the-art facilities. Students
QIBT students attend classes here and at the on the main campus can relax at a campus
• guaranteed entry to second year of your
nearby Nathan campus. A well-equipped café or restaurant and enjoy extensive
bachelor’s degree at Griffith University
library, 24-hour computer labs, modern sporting facilities, including an Olympic-
when you complete your QIBT diploma‡
classrooms, bookshops, cafeterias and cafés standard athletics track, a gym, basketball
• the expertise of QIBT teachers, many of courts and tennis courts.
are just a few of the many facilities available
whom have either a master’s degree or
to QIBT students. Sporting facilities include The campus offers banking, post, medical
PhD in their discipline area, and are also
tennis, basketball, badminton courts, a and welfare services, as well as on-campus
Griffith University lecturers
sports oval, pool and a gym. There is also accommodation. QIBT can also help you find
• full access to all Griffith University ample on-campus car parking and an off-campus accommodation, including
services and facilities on the Mount express bus service that operates regularly homestays. See page 42 for more
Gravatt and Gold Coast campuses, between the campuses and to the city. information about accommodation options.
including libraries, computer labs,
sporting facilities, on-campus If you want to live on campus, Griffith
accommodation and University’s Mount Gravatt Residential
employment services College provides fully catered single-room
accommodation. See page 42 for more
• great value for money — QIBT tuition
information about accommodation options.
fees are competitively priced among
Australian institutions
• small class sizes, typically with a
maximum of 50 students in each lecture
and 25 students in each tutorial or
workshop, to ensure you receive
individual attention from your teachers
• a single visa for the duration of your
studies, covering your QIBT program,
your Griffith degree program and your
English language program (if applicable)
QIBT is a registered higher education
provider and is approved by the Australian
Government. The college delivers programs
in compliance with the:
• Commonwealth Education Services for
Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000
• Commonwealth Register of
Institutions and Courses for
Overseas Students (CRICOS)
• Australian Council for Private Education
and Training (ACPET)
‡ To be eligible to enter second year of a Griffith University degree you must successfully complete the diploma program and achieve all grade-point average (GPA)
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Pathways to Griffith University
QIBT offers a pathway to Griffith University for students programs enable students to enter
undergraduate or postgraduate studies
who may not qualify for direct entry to university and at Griffith.
seek a supportive study environment. We also offer an Associate Degree in
Commerce and Business, a two-year
QIBT diploma programs are equivalent to the • Criminology and Criminal Justice program leading to the third year of a
first year of Griffith University degree Griffith University Bachelor of Commerce
• Engineering
programs and are moderated by Griffith or Bachelor of Business degree.
• Graphic Design
lecturers. When you successfully complete a The Mixed English and Academic Program
QIBT diploma program, you are guaranteed • Health Care
(MEAP) is designed for students who require
entry into the second year of the relevant • Health Sciences additional English language study. During
Griffith University degree program.# A full • Hotel Management their first semester, students undertake a
year’s credit may also be available at many combination of English language classes
other universities around Australia. • Information Technology (IT)
and one academic course from Certificate IV
• Media and Communication or a diploma program, then continue with
The college offers diploma programs in:
QIBT offers a Certificate IV Tertiary their chosen program in the following
• Biosciences Preparation Program and a Postgraduate two semesters.
• Commerce Qualifying Program (PQP). These bridging
Postgraduate
Masters Degree
Postgraduate Qualifying Program
YOUR BACHELOR DEGREE
Year 3 (Bachelor Degree#)
Undergraduate
Associate Degree
= Year 2
Diploma
= Year 1
Pre-University
Year 12 or equivalent Certificate IV (Foundation Year)
Year 11 or equivalent
Secondary School QIBT Griffith University
# Some Bachelor Degree programs are more than three years duration.
Program schedule
QIBT operates three semesters each year, semesters. Each course in the diploma is
with intakes in February, June and October. worth 10 credit points. By successfully
The Certificate IV program consists of eight completing a diploma program you will earn
academic courses, and takes two semesters 80 credit points (equivalent to one year’s
to complete. The diploma programs consist of full-time study) towards a relevant Griffith
eight courses studied over two or three University bachelor’s degree.11
OVERVIEW
Semester study plans
First semester Break Second semester Break Third semester Program
Program 14 weeks 2 weeks 14 weeks 2 weeks 14 weeks duration
2 semester Certificate IV 4 Certificate IV or – 4 Certificate IV or – – 8 months
or diploma program diploma courses diploma courses
3 semester diploma program 3 diploma courses – 3 diploma courses – 2 diploma courses 12 months
Certificate IV 70% 4 Certificate – 4 diploma courses – 4 diploma courses 12 months
transfer program† IV courses
MEAP (plus Certificate IV English plus 1 – 3 or 4 Certificate IV – 3 or 4 Certificate IV 12 months
or diploma program)‡ Certificate IV or or diploma courses or diploma courses
diploma course
Associate Degree in Commerce 3 core, specialist – 3 core, specialist or – 2 core, specialist or 12 months
and Business (first-year)* or elective courses elective courses elective courses
Associate Degree in Commerce 4 core, specialist or - 4 core, specialist or - - 8 months
and Business (first-year) elective courses elective courses
2 semester duration*
Associate Degree in Commerce 3 core, specialist – 3 core, specialist or – 2 core, specialist or 12 months
and Business§ (second-year)* or elective courses elective courses elective courses
Associate Degree in Commerce 4 core, specialist or - 4 core, specialist or - - 8 months
and Business§ (second-year) elective courses elective courses
2 semester duration*
Postgraduate Qualifying 4 PQP courses - - - - -
Program (PQP) (see page 30)
* Students who have completed the Diploma of Commerce or Diploma of Hotel Management receive credit for first- year of the Associate Degree and enter in
second-year.
# To be granted entry into second year of a Griffith University bachelor’s degree, you must complete the relevant diploma program and achieve all GPA
entry requirements.
† If you have completed Year 12 at secondary school (or equivalent) you may transfer from Certificate IV to a diploma program after one semester if you achieve a
70 percent mark average across four courses.
‡ The MEAP is not offered with the Diploma of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Diploma of Health Care, Diploma of Health Sciences or the Postgraduate
Qualifying Program (PQP). The MEAP is also not available for the June intakes of the Diploma of Graphic Design or the Diploma of Biosciences.
§ The Associate Degree in Commerce and Business is aimed at students who complete a QIBT Diploma of Commerce or Hotel Management with a GPA of less
than 4.5. You must complete a further eight courses over one year and obtain a GPA of 4.0 for entry into the third year of the equivalent Griffith bachelor’s degree.
What is a GPA?
Each student who completes a QIBT
diploma will receive a grade-point average
(GPA). This is a score between 0 and 7.0
that reflects average academic
achievement during a program.
GPA calculations are especially relevant
where a GPA requirement is part of the
entry criteria for a Griffith University
degree program. If you complete a
Diploma of Commerce, for example, the
Bachelor of Commerce has a GPA entry
requirement of 4.5. GPA examples:
• a student who achieves a pass grade in
eight courses with no failing grades
would have a GPA of 4.0
• a student who achieves four pass
grades and four credit grades across
eight courses would have a GPA of 4.512 QIBT Your direct pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2012
Certificate IV Tertiary
Preparation Program
QIBT’s Certificate IV Tertiary Preparation Program provides
a bridge between secondary school and undergraduate
studies. We have designed this program to adequately
prepare you for entry to university-level programs in the
fields of Arts, Commerce, Design, Engineering, Health, Hotel
Management, Information Technology (IT) and Science.
This program will prepare you for entry to the rather than progressing straight to your
first year of a Griffith University bachelor’s degree. By completing a diploma program
degree. For most bachelor’s degree you will earn 80 credit points (equivalent to
programs, you need to achieve a minimum one year’s full-time study) towards your
GPA of 4.5 in the Certificate IV to qualify for entry into second year of the relevant Griffith
direct entry. For programs in high demand, University bachelor’s degree.
you may need a higher GPA.
For more information, visit
After the Certificate IV program, you may qibt.qld.edu.au/foundation.
prefer to enter a QIBT diploma program
Certificate IV Tertiary Preparation Program
Locations Elective courses†
Mount Gravatt and Gold Coast campuses Select two electives for each semester
(some fields of study require you to
Intakes choose specific electives):
February, June and October
• Accounting
• Advanced Mathematics
Duration
• Biology
Two semesters
• Chemistry
• Economics
Sample program structure
• Information Design
First semester
• Management
• Communication Skills 1
• Marketing
• Introduction to Computing
• Mathematics
• Elective course
• Physics
• Elective course
• Statistics
Second semester
• Communication Skills 2
Program Cost: A$15,950*
• Intercultural Studies
• Elective course
• Elective course
CRICOS code: 075245C
* This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
† All elective courses are subject to availability. Closing dates for course selection may also apply.
Prerequisite: Some fields of study may require you to audition or submit a portfolio. Portfolio and audition criteria as well as closing dates apply for the Certificate IV
in some fields.PROGRAMS
“It is great that
QIBT is a
smaller
college
and I feel that it is
easier to talk to the
tutors whenever
I a m having
problems with
the course.”
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Diploma of Biosciences
Biosciences refers to the processes and systems that
create, sustain or threaten life. It is one of the fastest
developing branches of science today, with world issues
such as BSE (Mad Cow Disease), genetically modified food
and human-gene research constantly in the headlines.
QIBT, through its association with Griffith Students enrolled in this program will
University, provides a well-designed, flexible attend classes delivered by QIBT at
and coherent diploma program leading Griffith University’s Mount Gravatt and
primarily to a selection of Griffith University Nathan campuses.
bachelor’s degrees. The QIBT Diploma of
For more information, visit
Biosciences is well-matched to the university
qibt.qld.edu.au/biosciences.
syllabus and clearly informed by industry
and research.
Diploma of Biosciences* Second-year entry to Griffith University‡
Location Credit
Mount Gravatt campus Degree points§
Intakes Bachelor of Biomedical Science N 80
February and June Bachelor of Biomolecular Science (Advanced) N 80
Bachelor of Science 80
Duration
Two or three semesters Majors: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Biological Science; Chemistry;
Clinical Science; Forest and Horticultural Science; Microbiology N
Courses Credit eligibility for other programs
First semester Bachelor of Science 50
• Academic and Professional Majors: Applied Chemistry; Marine Biology GC
Skills Development for Science
and Technology
• Cell Biology and Biological Systems
• Chemistry A
• Human Biology: Human Organism Potential career paths for degree graduates
OR Mathematics 1A Bioengineering; biology; cancer research; forensic science; healthcare; laboratory or
Second semester pathology work; neuroscience; veterinary science.
• Chemistry B
• Functional Molecular
Genetics Statistics
• Statistics
• Structural Biochemistry
This program can also be completed in
three semesters.
Program Cost: A$22,980†
CRICOS code: 070424G
* Program structure is an indicative guide only. Year 12 Mathematics B (or equivalent) is a prerequisite for this program. Year 12 Chemistry or Biological Science (or
equivalent) is also recommended.
† This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
‡ Progression: For progression to a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Griffith University, students must obtain a GPA of at least 4.5. Entry to the Bachelor of Biomolecular
Science or Bachelor of Science requires a GPA of at least 4.0.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study.
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Diploma of Commerce
Acclaimed as one of the best places to study business in The Griffith Business School joined the
ranks of Harvard, Yale and the London
Australia, the Griffith Business School offers innovative Business School in 2009 when it received
programs in areas such as international business, finance, international accreditation. Its MBA program
has also received a five-star ranking in the
accounting, management and marketing. Good Universities Guide for eight
consecutive years. For more information,
visit qibt.qld.edu.au/commerce.
Diploma of Commerce* Second-year entry to Griffith University‡
Locations Credit
Mount Gravatt and Degree points§
Gold Coast campuses
Bachelor of Business‡ 80
Intakes Choose one major and a second (optional) area of specialisation
February, June and October Majors: Employment Relations; Human Resource Management; Information
Systems; International Management; Logistics and Supply Chain
Duration Management; Management; Marketing; Occupational Health and Safety;
Two or three semesters Sustainable Enterprise GC N
Bachelor of Commerce‡ 80
Courses
Major: Accounting GC L N
First semester
Bachelor of Commerce‡ 80
• Academic and Professional
Skills Development Majors: Economics; Finance GC N
• Accounting Principles Bachelor of Commerce‡ 80**
• Business Information Systems Major: Financial Planning GC
• Introduction to Marketing
Bachelor of International Business‡ GC N 80††
Second semester
Credit eligibility for other programs
• Business Statistics
• Economics for Managers Bachelor of Business‡ 70
• Employment Relations Major: Real Estate and Property GC N
• Management Concepts Bachelor of Business‡ 60
This program can also be completed in Majors: Event Management; Hotel Management; International Tourism and
three semesters. Hotel Management; Sport Management GC N
Bachelor of Arts GC L N 50
Program Cost: A$18,480† Bachelor of Business Information Systems 50
Bachelor of Communication 30
Potential career paths for degree graduates
Accounting; advertising; auditing; business management; commercial and taxation
law; financial and management accounting; human resource management; industrial
relations; international business; marketing; public relations; stockbroking.
CRICOS code: 026674K
* Program structure is an indicative guide only.
† This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
‡ Progression: International students must obtain a GPA of at least 4.5 in the diploma to progress to their chosen degree.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study.
** 70 credit points are available to international students who are required to undertake an English Language Enhancement course as part of the bachelor’s degree.
†† 80 credit points are available to students who do not take a language major. 70 credit points are available to students who take a language major.
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"I believe
that QIBT
is the best
place to start
your degree.
You will never
regret your
decision if you
choose to
study
at QIBT."
Lu Myang Shawng, Myanmar Hotel Management17
PROGRAMS
Diploma of Criminology and
Criminal Justice
Criminology is the study of the complex issues of crime Griffith University was one of the pioneers
of the criminology degree in Australia, and
and criminal justice. Criminologists work in federal and provides students with a pathway to a wide
state justice agencies such as research and statistics range of career opportunities in the
criminal justice system.
institutes, police departments and courts. Correctional
Students enrolled in this program will
authorities also employ criminologists as researchers, attend classes delivered by QIBT and Griffith
assessors and policy advisors, while other criminologists University on Griffith University’s Mount
Gravatt campus. For more information,
work in private practice providing consulting services for visit qibt.qld.edu.au/criminology.
law reform, justice, forensic psychology, behavioural
science or crime statistics.
Diploma of Criminology Second-year entry to Griffith University‡
and Criminal Justice*
Credit
Location Degree points§
Mount Gravatt campus
Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice 80
Intake Majors (choose one): Corrections; Crime and Justice Research; Crime
February Prevention; Criminal Justice; Police Studies MG
Duration
Two semesters
Potential career paths for degree graduates
Courses Community conference convening; community corrections; criminal justice; customs;
First semester investigation; legal aid administration; security consulting; state or federal police;
• Academic and Professional strategic crime assessment.
Skills Development
• An Introduction to Crime
• Crime and Society
• Police Courts and Criminal Law
Second semester
• Doing Criminology
• Introduction to Criminal Justice
• Introduction to
Forensic Psychology
• Law, Government and Policy
This program can also be completed in
three semesters.
Program Cost: A$18,960†
Griffith University CRICOS code: 058861J
* Program structure is an indicative guide only. You must have an IELTS score of 6.5 to enter this program (with no sub-score less than 6.0).
† This program is not available to Australian students, only to international students.
‡ Progression: International students must successfully complete the diploma to be eligible to enter the Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study.
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PROGRAMS
Diploma of Engineering
Engineers are integral to today’s changing world in
many ways, from the planning, design, construction and
management of civil engineering projects to the design
of essential electronic circuits and systems and the
development of strategies and technologies for a
sustainable future.
QIBT teaches a well-designed diploma which involves 12 weeks of overseas
program leading primarily to a selection of work experience.
progressive and professionally recognised
Students enrolled in this program will
Engineering degrees at Griffith University.
attend classes delivered by QIBT at
Griffith Engineering students learn in
Griffith University’s Gold Coast campus.
advanced facilities and also have the
For more information, visit
opportunity to participate in the
qibt.qld.edu.au/engineering.
Overseas Industrial Experience Program,
Diploma of Engineering* Second-year entry to Griffith University‡
Location Credit
Gold Coast campus Degree points§
Intakes Bachelor of Engineering 80
February, June and October Majors: Civil Engineering; Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Mechanical
Engineering; Mechatronic Engineering; Sport and Biomedical Engineering GC
Duration Bachelor of Engineering Technology 80
Two or three semesters
Major: Civil Engineering GC
Courses Credit eligibility for other programs
First semester Bachelor of Engineering Please
• Academic and Professional contact
Major: Environmental Engineering N
Skills Development for Science QIBT for
and Technology details
• Engineering Materials Bachelor of Engineering Technology Please
• Engineering Practice contact
Major: Environmental Engineering N
• Mathematics 1A QIBT for
details
Second semester
• Computing and Programming
with MATLAB
• Electronics for Engineers
• Engineering Mechanics Potential career paths for degree graduates
• Mathematics 1B Civil engineering; electrical engineering; environmental engineering;
manufacturing engineering; mechanical engineering; mechatronic engineering;
This program can also be completed in
sport and biomedical engineering.
three semesters.
Program Cost: A$24,000†
CRICOS code: 070423G
* Program structure is an indicative guide only. Year 12 Mathematics B (or equivalent) is a prerequisite for this program.
Year 12 Physics (or equivalent) is also recommended.
† This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
‡ Progression: International students must obtain a GPA of at least 4.0 in the diploma to be eligible to progress to their chosen degree.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study
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Diploma of Graphic Design
As in many fields, the design industry is continuously evolving During the program you will work in teams
and individually as you learn to think
as trends and technologies change. At QIBT and Griffith spatially and visually. You will also develop
University’s Queensland College of Art (QCA) in South Bank, creative problem-solving techniques and
skills in time management, communication,
Brisbane, you will be immersed in the core fundamentals of resourcefulness, creativity, visual appreciation
design: colour theory, typography and drawing. and exploration. For more information, visit
qibt.qld.edu.au/design.
Diploma of Graphic Design* Second-year entry to Griffith University‡
Location Credit
Mount Gravatt campus Degree points§
Intakes Bachelor of Design 80
February and June Majors: Interior Design; Product Design, Visual Communication Design SB
Bachelor of Digital Media 80
Duration
Majors: 3-Dimensional Design; Digital Design; ePhotojournalism; Fine Art
Two or three semesters
Practice; Graphic Design GC
Courses Credit eligibility for other programs
First semester Bachelor of Fine Art** SB 60
• Academic and Professional Skills
• Digital Graphic Design
• Drawing for Design
• Modernism and Post-Modernism
Potential career paths for degree graduates
Second semester Advertising; graphic design; interior design; marketing; package design; print design.
• Computer Visualisation and
Image Creation
• Reading the Visual
• Typographic Design I
• Visual Communication Design I
This program can also be completed in
three semesters.
Program Cost: A$21,525†
CRICOS code: 056514M
* Program structure is an indicative guide only. Previous completion of Year 12 Art, Design, Graphics or Technical Studies (or equivalent) is recommended.
† This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
‡ Progression: International students must obtain a GPA of at least 4.0 in the diploma to progress to the degree.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study. To receive 80 credit points towards the Bachelor of Design (Interior Design), Bachelor of Design
(Product Design) or Bachelor of Digital Media you must choose a specialisation or elective major in Visual Communication Design. Selecting any of these programs may
extend the duration of your degree by up to one year.
** Students must submit a portfolio.
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“QIBT is such a
welcoming place,
you can really
feel the
passion
that the lecturers have
for the subjects that
they teach.”
Rebecca Tizzone, Australia Graphic Design22 QIBT Your direct pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2012
Diploma of Health Care
The Diploma is primarily designed to prepare students for
entry to the second year of the Griffith University Bachelor
of Nursing degree, although graduates will exit with
knowledge, skills and attitudes for beginner level practice in
a health care setting.
Students will learn about core concepts simulated practice in laboratory settings,
related to the anatomy and physiology of the as well as real life exposure in a health
human body and the ways in which the body care setting. Classes and practical
and mind develop/change across placements may be scheduled during
the lifespan. The theoretical content weekends and outside of the normal
explored in these beginning level courses semester period. For more information,
takes place within the classroom, through visit qibt.qld.edu.au/healthcare.
Diploma of Health Care* Second-year entry to Griffith University ‡
Location Credit
Gold Coast campus Degree points§
Intakes Bachelor of Nursing GC 80
February and June
Duration
Two or three semesters Potential career paths for degree graduates
Registered Nurse.
Courses
First semester With further study or experience, a nurse may choose to specialise in a range of fields
such as aged care, emergency, medical health, paediatrics, midwifery, palliative care,
• Effective Communication
intensive care, cancer, medical/surgical, community practice or women’s health.
• Clinical Health Assessment
• Anatomy & Physiology I
• Academic and Professional Skills
Development for Science and
Degree graduates will be eligible to information regarding English
Technology; OR English Language
Communication for Health
apply for registration as a nurse (RN) language competency requirements:
with the Australian Health Practitioner ahpra.gov.au/.
Second semester Regulation Agency.
Entry to the Diploma of Health Care
• Anatomy & Physiology II
All university nursing graduates who seek requires an IELTS of 6.5 with no band
• Health Care Practices
registration and are identified as having below 6.5. Each intake is limited to
• Understanding Research in Practice English as a second language will be 50 students.
• Medications and safe administration required to meet English language testing
Students will be required to purchase
This program can also be completed in requirements. International students
additional clothing and equipment, as
three semesters. should contact the Australian Health
well as cover costs associated with
Practitioner Regulation Agency for
immunisation and pre-placement checks.
Program Cost: A$21,970†
CRICOS code: 075186J
* Program structure is an indicative guide only.
† This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
‡ International students wishing to progress from a Diploma of Health Care at QIBT to the Bachelor of Nursing at Griffith University will be required to achieve
a minimum overall GPA of 4.0. Quotas apply.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study.
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Diploma of Health Sciences
The Diploma provides an interdisciplinary approach world class health precinct with state-of-
the-art facilities and teaching programs.
to the field of health science. It focuses on the biological The diploma is primarily designed to
and biochemical aspects of health science and provides provide a comprehensive foundation for
entry into the second year of a number of
a firm grounding in chemistry, cell biology, and anatomy. Griffith University degree level programs in
Relevant to the workplace; skills will be developed and health, although graduates will also exit the
diploma with the knowledge and skills for
assessed in chemistry, biology and laboratory procedures, beginner level employment in health-
as well as written and oral communication. science related industries.
Degree programs vary in duration and
The burgeoning health and bioscience application of new scientific knowledge to outcomes, with further details provided on
industries provide opportunities for degree the practice of medicine, postgraduate the Griffith website: griffith.edu.au/health.
graduates across a range of health areas specialist studies, or work as a medical For more information, visit
depending on the degree, for example, the laboratory specialist. Griffith Health offers a qibt.qld.edu.au/healthsciences.
Diploma of Health Sciences* Second-year entry to Griffith University ‡
Location Credit
Gold Coast campus Degree points§
Intakes Bachelor of Health Science GC 80
February and June Bachelor of Exercise Science GC` 80
Duration Bachelor of Biomedical Science GC 80
Two or three semesters Bachelor of Exercise Science (Pre-Physiotherapy) GC 80
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science GC 80
Courses
Credit eligibility for other programs
First semester
• Chemistry of Biological Systems I Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science GC 60
• Anatomy & Physiology Systems I
• Cells, Tissues and Regulation
• Academic and Professional Skills
Development for Science and Potential career paths for
Technology; OR degree graduates
• English Language and
Communication for Health Scientific advisor; allied health
worker; pathology technician;
Second semester technical sales; ambulance attendant;
• Chemistry of Biological Systems II laboratory assistant; rehabilitation
• Anatomy & Physiology Systems II manager; oh&s practitioner; sports
• Health Challenges for the organisation professional.
21st Century
With further Masters study career
• Cell Biology options in medicine, dentistry,
This program can also be completed in physiotherapy and pharmacy may
three semesters. be available.
Program Cost: A$25,050† For English language requirements, please refer to page 34.
CRICOS code: 075188G
* Program structure is an indicative guide only.
† This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
‡ International students are required to obtain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 4.0 to progress to the Bachelor of Health Science or the Bachelor of Exercise
Science. To progress to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science, international students must achieve a GPA of at least 4.5. For the Bachelor of Exercise Science
(Pre-Physiotherapy), Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science, or the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science, international students must achieve a GPA of at least 5.5,
to be considered for one of the quota limited degrees. Please note: Entry into the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science, Bachelor of Exercise Science (pre-Physio) and
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science is limited to 5 places per year per program.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study.
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Diploma of Hotel Management
The hospitality and tourism industries contribute more than
A$4 trillion in gross global output, which translates into
millions of jobs worldwide.
As the industry moves from being skills hotel operations, and will gain basic
based to a more knowledge-based industry, management and accounting skills. In
you need a higher level of education to addition to quality classroom experiences
access the top jobs. Managers now need to with your lecturers, you will gain valuable
be fully attuned to the culture, service and training and work experience in leading
competitive aspects of the sector. hotels and restaurants — you may even get
paid employment during your studies. For
During the diploma you will learn about the
more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/hm.
service industry in general, as well as basic
Diploma of Second-year entry to Griffith University ‡
Hotel Management*
Credit
Locations Degree points§
Mount Gravatt and
Gold Coast campuses Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event, Real Estate and Property, Sport) 80
Majors: Hotel Management; Sustainable Tourism Management GC
Intakes
Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event, Real Estate and Property, Sport) 80
February, June and October
Majors: Event Management; Sport Management GC N
Duration Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event, Real Estate and Property, Sport) 80
Two or three semesters Majors: International Tourism and Hotel Management N
Courses Bachelor of International Business GC N 80**
First semester Credit eligibility for other programs
• Introduction to Marketing Bachelor of Business 70
• Information Systems for
Majors: Employment Relations; Human Resource Management; Information
Service Industries Systems; International Management; Logistics and Supply Chain Management;
• Academic and Professional Management; Marketing; Occupational Health and Safety; Sustainable
Skills Development Enterprise GC N
• International Tourism and
Hotel Systems Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event, Real Estate and Property, Sport) 70
Major: Real Estate and Property GC N
Second semester
• Management Concepts Bachelor of Commerce 60
• Rooms Division Management Majors: Accounting; Economics; Finance GC N
• Accounting for Decision Making
Bachelor of Commerce 60
• International Food and
Beverage Management Major: Financial Planning GC
This program can also be completed in
three semesters.
Potential career paths for degree graduates
Program Cost: A$18,480† Airline services; club and recreational facility management; hotel, resort and restaurant
management; tourism, event and sport management.
CRICOS code: 052593F
* Program structure is an indicative guide only. Students must also complete 80 hours of relevant work experience.
† This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
‡ Progression: International students must obtain a GPA of at least 4.5 in the diploma to progress to their chosen degree.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study.
** 80 credit points are available to students who do not take a language major. 70 credit points are available to students who take a language major.
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"As I left school early
to study dance, I did
not complete my HSC
and was not able to go
directly into university. I
was informed of QIBT
and commenced study the
following semester.
QIBT has
given me the
opportunity
to study at
a university
level
whilst effectively
Jessica Burness, Australia Hotel Management
completing the first year
of my degree."26 QIBT Your direct pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2012
Diploma of Information Technology
Australians are leaders in software and system The diploma will give you a broad
understanding of all aspects of IT to equip
development. IT professionals contribute to business growth you for further studies in computer
and organisational efficiency by monitoring and sustaining programming, computer science, database
administration, information systems,
technology within an organisation, troubleshooting technical interactive web development, software
issues, controlling information systems, processing data engineering and systems design. For more
information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/it.
and maintaining IP addresses.
Diploma of Second-year entry to Griffith University ‡
Information Technology*
Credit
Location Degree points§
Mount Gravatt campus
Bachelor of Information Technology 80
Intakes Majors: Computing and Intelligent Systems; Games Programming; Informatics;
February, June and October IT Management and Marketing; Multimedia; Systems Development and
IT Services GC N
Duration Bachelor of Information Technology 80
Two or three semesters Major: Information Systems N
Courses Bachelor of Information Technology 80
First semester Major: Networking and Security GC
• Academic and Professional Credit eligibility for other programs
Skills Development for Science
Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Multimedia GC N 70
and Technology
• Introduction to Computing Systems Bachelor of Multimedia GC N 50
and Networks
Bachelor of Business Information Systems GC N 50
• Introduction to Information
Systems Development
• Programming I
Second semester Potential career paths for degree graduates
• Discrete Structures I
Application programming; communications; database design; game development;
• Programming II software engineering; systems analysis; systems programming.
• Systems Analysis and Design
• Web Design and Development
This program can also be completed in
three semesters.
Program Cost: A$19,440†
CRICOS code: 026675J
* Program structure is an indicative guide only. Year 12 Mathematics A (or equivalent) is a prerequisite for this program.
† This fee applies to international students only. Fees for Australian citizens and permanent residents are listed at qibt.qld.edu.au.
‡ International students must successfully complete the diploma to progress to their chosen degree.
§ Credit: 80 credit points are equivalent to one year of full-time study.
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