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in association with Your direct pathway to Griffith University 2013/14 Brisbane & Gold Coast, Australia INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE
QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
Why study at QIBT?
• Upon the successful completion of a Diploma, QIBT students are
eligible for entry into second year of the equivalent bachelor degree
at Griffith University, in Brisbane or the Gold Coast.
• A supportive learning environment, including small class sizes
and extra tuition time, ensures students receive individual attention
from their teachers (see page 10).
• Over 9,000 QIBT graduates have continued their studies at
Griffith University, with an average pass rate of 90 percent.
• Starting salaries for Griffith University graduates are among the
best in Australia (see program pages 14–23).
Read on to find out more about studying in Queensland, Australia.
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OVERVIEW
YOUR PATHWAY
TO SUCCESS
Queensland Institute of Business and Technology (QIBT) is your pathway to a
degree at Griffith University. For 15 years, we have successfully bridged the
academic and English gap for over 9,000 students to help them achieve their
goal of becoming a successful Griffith University graduate.
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 Griffith University campuses, QIBT resulted in high success rates for our students.
offers a range of university-level programs to By choosing a QIBT program, you will be
enable a smooth transition to your future following thousands of students who have
degree. Our programs are designed and gone on to achieve academic success at
taught by university lecturers in a supportive Griffith University.
environment, with small class sizes and
Heather Tinsley
additional contact hours to those typically
College Director and Principal QIBT
offered at university. This teaching model has
Message from the
Vice-Chancellor of
Griffith University
Since we opened our doors in 1975, Griffith collaborations with partner universities
University has come to be regarded as one of around the world.
the leading and most influential universities of
Australia and the Asia–Pacific region. We offer I wish you well with your studies at QIBT
a distinctive learning experience that fosters a and look forward to welcoming you as a
global perspective for our students: from Griffith University student.
curricula that address international issues to Ian O’Connor
study exchanges abroad and research Vice-Chancellor and President Griffith University
2 QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
Griffith University: Know More. Do More.
A top-ranked University with a welcoming atmosphere. What more could you want?
You’ll join more than 42,000 students from over 130 countries, all building their future
with one of Australia’s most respected universities.
At Griffith, an innovative approach to Why choose Griffith? Australia’s fastest growing
research, training and learning is creating university precinct
a whole new student experience. As a Ranked in the top 5 percent worldwide With more than $320 million worth of
founding member of Innovative Research By choosing to study with Griffith University, upgrades to our campuses across Brisbane,
Universities Australia (IRU-Australia), Griffith you’ll benefit from degrees that are informed Logan and the Gold Coast being rolled out
has a reputation for identifying new industry by world-class research, expert knowledge for 2014, you’ll study in an exciting and
developments and pioneering innovative and industry connections. progressive environment.
degree programs in emerging fields.
Since opening its doors in 1975, Griffith They’ll help you reach your potential Internationally accredited
As a Griffith student, you’ll be taught by Business School
University has come to be regarded as
one of Australia’s most innovative tertiary an award-winning teaching team and Griffith Business School is internationally
institutions and one of the most influential have access to dedicated international accredited by the Association to Advance
universities in the Asia-Pacific region. Griffith student success advisors to help you Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB
now offers more than 300 degrees across succeed at university. International): fewer than five per cent of
five campuses and is Australia’s fastest the world’s business schools have received
growing university precinct. this accolade. The school has also been
recognised for leadership in integrating
social, environmental and ethical issues
into its programs.
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“The best part about
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studying at QIBT for
me was the learning
support. I knew that
if I was struggling
with a subject or
wasn’t sure how to
write and present an
assignment I could
get help at
any time.
My QIBT: Katherine Gorstkova, Russia Diploma of Commerce
4 QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
Griffith University: Know More. Do More. (continued)
Griffith University campuses Gold Coast useful international contacts through
the ever‑growing alumni community.
QIBT students attend classes on the Griffith The Gold Coast is one hour’s drive south of
Visit griffith.edu.au/development-alumni
campus and are welcomed as part of the Brisbane and home to 56 kilometres of some
for further details.
Griffith University community. of the world’s best beaches, exhilarating
theme parks and beach front shopping Griffith University’s Careers and Employment
Mount Gravatt precincts. Griffith University’s Gold Coast Service assists both students and graduates
campus is set amid native bush land and to find career direction, prepare for their
If you want to study at a relaxed and friendly
features state-of-the-art facilities. Students job search, find job vacancies and work
university campus, then Griffith’s Mt Gravatt
can relax at the campus café or restaurant experience, and launch their global
campus is for you. The college is located
and enjoy extensive sporting facilities, career. Students can make one-on-one
10 kilometres south of central Brisbane, in
including an Olympic-standard athletics appointments with a careers advisor; attend
the scenic bush land setting of the Toohey
track, a gym, basketball courts and tennis free seminars on resume writing, job-search
Forest. QIBT students attend classes here
courts. The campus offers banking, post, strategies or interview techniques; attend
and at the nearby Nathan campus. A well-
medical and welfare services, as well as on- the yearly careers fairs at the Gold Coast
equipped library, 24-hour computer labs,
campus accommodation. Gold Coast Griffith and Nathan campuses; and search for job
modern classrooms, bookshops, cafeterias
University Village offers fully furnished vacancies on the Griffith Careerboard.
and cafés are just a few of the many facilities
apartments just a short walk from the QIBT
available to students. Sporting facilities Griffith University also provides an Industry
International Building.
include tennis, basketball and badminton Mentoring Program, designed to help
courts, a sports oval, pool and a gym. There Griffith’s largest and fastest-growing Gold students transition into the workplace by
is also ample on-campus car parking and an Coast campus has more to come as a matching postgraduate students from a
express bus service that operates regularly light-rail connection, a university teaching range of disciplines with professionals in
between the campuses and to the city. hospital and the Commonwealth Games the same career field. Participants have
The Mt Gravatt Residential College is less athletes’ village take shape on and around the opportunity to take part in professional
than five minutes’ walk from the college the campus. development activities, share research and
and offers fully catered single rooms with expertise and engage in social activities.
shared amenities. Degrees that create opportunities For more information, visit griffith.edu.au/
Griffith graduates are successful leaders careers-employment.
in their fields around the world. As a
Griffith graduate you’ll be able to make
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QIBT: your pathway to Griffith
QIBT provides alternative pathways to Griffith University • Small class sizes, typically with a
maximum of 50 students in each
for students who may not qualify for direct entry to a degree lecture and 25 students in each tutorial
program and seek a supportive learning environment. or workshop, to ensure you receive
individual attention from your teachers.
QIBT bridges the gap to make sure you reach your goal
• A single visa for the duration of your
of becoming a Griffith University student. studies, covering your QIBT program,
your Griffith degree program and your
English language program (if applicable).
QIBT provides high-quality education in or PhD in their discipline area, and
a supportive learning environment that also lecture at Griffith University. QIBT is a registered higher education
ensures the best graduate outcomes. provider and is approved by the Australian
• Full access to all Griffith University
The college’s outstanding facilities and Government. The college delivers programs
services and facilities on the
academic and welfare support services in compliance with the: Higher Education
Mount Gravatt and Gold Coast
have also contributed to its success. Standards Framework (Threshold Standards)
campuses, including libraries,
2011; Higher Education Support Act 2003;
As a QIBT student, you will benefit from: computer labs, sporting facilities,
and the Australian Council for Private
on-campus accommodation
• Guaranteed entry to second year of your Education and Training (ACPET).
and employment services.
bachelor degree at Griffith University
when you complete your QIBT diploma*. • Great value for money — QIBT
tuition fees are competitively priced
• The expertise of QIBT teachers, many
among Australian institutions.
of whom have either a master’s degree
* 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)
entry requirements.
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"The best th ing for me
about QlB T is the learning
OVERVIEW
environment and l like
that students come from
many different countries.
You can share stories
about your life in your
h ome country and learn
more about other cultures.
QIBT is such a
wonderful and
welcoming
place and the
staff and students are
always happy to help
new students."
My QIBT: Venus Lai Sin Ting, Hong Kong Hotel Management
8 QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
Pathways to Griffith University
QIBT diploma programs are equivalent to the first A Mixed English and Academic Program
(MEAP) is available and has been designed
year of Griffith University degree programs. When for students who require additional English
you successfully complete a QIBT diploma, you are language study. During their first semester,
students undertake a combination of English
guaranteed entry into the second year of the relevant language classes and one academic course
Griffith University bachelor degree.† from Certificate IV or a diploma program,
then continue with their chosen program in
the following two semesters.
QIBT offers diploma programs in: • Hotel Management
An Associate Degree in Commerce and
• Biosciences • Information Technology (IT)
Business is also available; a two-year
• Commerce • Media and Communication program leading to the third year of a
• Criminology and Criminal Justice QIBT also offers a Certificate IV Tertiary Griffith University Bachelor of Commerce
• Engineering Preparation Program and a Postgraduate or Bachelor of Business degree.
• Graphic Design Qualifying Program (PQP).
• Health Care (Nursing)
• Health Sciences
Postgraduate
Master’s 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, options also available. The diploma programs completing a diploma program you will earn
with intakes in February, June and October. consist of eight courses studied over two or 80 credit points (equivalent to one year’s
The Certificate IV program consists of eight three semesters with part-time study options full-time study) towards a relevant Griffith
academic courses, and takes two semesters also available. Each course in the diploma University bachelor’s degree.
to complete full-time, with part-time study is worth 10 credit points. By successfully
† To be granted entry into second year of a Griffith University bachelor’s degree, you must complete the relevant diploma and achieve all GPA entry requirements.9
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 IV – 4 diploma courses – 4 diploma courses 12 months
transfer program* courses
MEAP (plus Certificate IV English plus 1 – 3 Certificate IV or – 4 Certificate IV or 12 months
or diploma program)† Certificate IV or diploma courses diploma courses
diploma course
Associate Degree in Commerce 3 core, specialist or – 3 core, specialist or – 2 core, specialist or 12 months
and Business (first-year)‡ 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 or – 3 core, specialist or – 2 core, specialist or 12 months
and Business§ (second-year)‡ 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 - - - - 4 months
Program (PQP) (see page 22)
* 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 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 (packaged with the Bachelor
of Pharmaceutical Science, Bachelor of Exercise Science (Pre-Physiotherapy), Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science) 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.
‡ 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.
§ 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
bachelor degree program. 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 4.510 QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
Our commitment to student support
QIBT will support you on your journey to becoming an Peer Mentor program
independent learner. A range of support services and During orientation, you will be introduced to
your friendly student mentors who can help
programs are available to ensure you achieve your academic you adjust to university life. We encourage
potential while developing personally and maintaining a you to stay in contact with these mentors,
as they can help with any questions or
balanced lifestyle. The services and programs are outlined concerns you may have.
below and are available to all students and are provided at
no additional cost. Safety and security
Security is provided on all Griffith University
campuses 24 hours a day, seven days a
week. Located around the campus are
Academic and welfare guidance Clubs and societies
telephones for contacting Campus Security,
Assistance is never far away! A free and Griffith University Campus Life at Mt Gravatt who can arrange an escort to take you to
confidential welfare and counseling service campus and the Griffith University Student your vehicle or on-campus accommodation,
is available to all QIBT students. Our Guild on the Gold Coast campus organises particularly on weekends or after dark.
Student Counsellor and Welfare Advisor various events and activities throughout
can meet with you to discuss any problems the year, including social sport matches,
Student experience
or concerns. If anything is preventing you free movie nights and lunchtime events
from enjoying your academic, social or such as table tennis competitions. For more Taking part in a range of extracurricular
personal life, seeing the Student Counsellor information visit griffith.edu.au/clubs or Gold activities is an important part of student
and Welfare Advisor is often a very good Coast gugcstudentguild.com.au. life. Each week of each semester at QIBT is
way to start resolving these issues. Student packed full of great activities, events and
Advisors are also available to assist with academic enhancement sessions that are
Disability support
your academic progress. designed especially for you to get the most
QIBT is committed to providing equal out of your time at QIBT. Almost all of these
opportunities for students with disabilities. activities and sessions are free and they are
Airport reception We strongly advise you to provide full details easy to get involved with.
A QIBT representative will be available to in your application of any disabilities or special
welcome you when you arrive at the airport needs you may have. When you arrive at
Student Representative Group
and transfer you to your accommodation. QIBT, you can meet with a student advisor to
This service must be booked in advance. discuss how we can make your time here as The Student Liaison Committee (SLC)
For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/ positive and enjoyable as possible. gives staff and students an opportunity to
students/international-students. meet and discuss issues that affect them.
The committee consists of academic and
Learning and language support
administrative staff and students from
We understand that the transition to each of the programs. Many SLC initiatives
university studies can be difficult, so we have already improved the quality of life for
have a range of learning support services many students, and participation is greatly
available. If you are finding things difficult, encouraged as a way for you to gain valuable
we encourage you to access these services meeting and public-speaking skills.
as soon as possible. They include: lecturer
consultations; help with assignments; a free
Transition to Griffith University
Language Development Program to improve
your English skills; Peer-Assisted-Learning Each semester, QIBT organises information
(PAL), where high-achieving students can sessions for students progressing from
provide academic and cultural support; their QIBT program to their degree program
and workshops on time management, at Griffith University. These sessions are
researching, academic writing and presented by university staff who provide
exam preparation. information about admissions, programs
and transition. Every year, we also hold
a graduation ceremony for students
Orientation and enrolment
who successfully complete their Tertiary
Your orientation program will provide all Preparation, diploma and degree programs
the information you need to settle in at at QIBT.
QIBT as quickly as possible. Attendance at
orientation is compulsory, and it’s a great
chance to select and enrol in courses,
meet fellow students and QIBT staff, get
your student ID card and textbooks and
familiarise yourself with the campus.
To view the current orientation program,
visit qibt.qld.edu.au/students/orientation.11
“ I decided to study
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at QIBT as they
offer small class
sizes and a
personal
approach to
teaching.
Also, QIBT ’s
strong affiliation
with Griffith
University made for
an easy decision.”
My QIBT: Nicholas Crossin, Australia Commerce12 QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
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 ideal climate, Brisbane offers a vibrant social, cultural Brisbane
and recreational scene. Gold Coast
A hub of creativity and invention, Local attractions include:
Brisbane provides students with • Cityside Botanic Gardens and
world‑class research facilities and Brisbane Botanic Gardens at
innovative educational resources. Mt Coot-tha
• Fortitude Valley, the hub for art,
Things to see and do music, dance and youth culture • Southbank Parklands,
Brisbane is the ideal location for a wide • Gallery of Modern Art including Streets Beach
range of outdoor pursuits such as surfing, • Suncorp Stadium
• Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
bushwalking, sailing, snorkelling, golfing,
abseiling, hot-air ballooning, kayaking and • Queensland Museum • Story Bridge Adventure Climb
skydiving. The city also hosts a variety of • Queen Street Mall
BRISBANE
markets and festivals throughout the year.13
The Gold Coast: study in paradise
Located one hour’s drive south of Brisbane in southeast Things to see and do
Queensland, the Gold Coast is one of Australia’s most Local attractions include:
• over 70 kilometres of beaches, with
beautiful coastal cities. an average water temperature of 22°C
• some of the world’s most exhilarating
As one of Australia’s fastest growing Coast offers a multitude of employment theme parks, including Warner
cities, the Gold Coast is also home to a prospects in the hospitality industry. Bros Movie World, Dreamworld
thriving business community. Recognised The Gold Coast has also been elected and Wet ‘n’ Wild
as Australia’s premier tourist destination as the host destination for the 2018 • a variety of wildlife parks including
— and attracting over 10 million overnight Commonwealth Games. Sea World and the Currumbin
and day trip visitors each year — the Gold Wildlife Sanctuary
GOLD COAST
• the Gold Coast Hinterland, home to
rainforest reserves, national parks,
vineyards, quaint villages and farmland
• evening entertainment from
nightclubs, restaurants, clubs and the
famous Conrad Jupiter’s Casino to
ballet, theatre and Broadway musicals
• restaurants and cafes in Surfers
Paradise and Broadbeach, offering
cuisine from around the world
• major shopping centres, small
boutiques, specialty shops and markets
• world-class sporting and
recreational facilities
QUEENSLAND FAST FACTS
Population* Brisbane: 2,145,000
Gold Coast: 590,000
Currency Australian dollar (A$)
Time zone Australian Eastern
Standard Time
(GMT/UTC +10)
Electricity 220–240 V
Language English
Queensland climate
The weather in Queensland is comfortable
Average daily
and sub-tropical. The Sunshine State Season Period temperature
enjoys brilliant, warm summers and clear,
Summer December to February 21˚C to 29˚C
mild winters, making it idyllic all year round.
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
*’Regional Population Growth, Australia 2010-11’. Australian Bureau of Statistics.14 QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
Undergraduate program outlines
Certificate IV Tertiary Preparation Program
You will need to achieve a minimum GPA in the Elective courses**
QIBT’s Certificate IV Tertiary Preparation Certificate IV, relevant to the Griffith bachelor Select two electives for each semester (some fields
Program is equivalent to year 12 and provides degree, to qualify for direct entry. of study require you to choose specific electives):
a bridge between secondary school and
undergraduate studies. We have designed this After the Certificate IV program, you may prefer • Accounting
program to adequately prepare you for entry to enter a QIBT diploma program rather than • Advanced Mathematics
to university-level programs in the fields of progressing straight to your degree. By completing • Biology
Arts, Commerce, Design, Engineering, Health, a diploma program you will earn 80 credit points • Chemistry
Hotel Management, Information Technology (equivalent to one year’s full-time study) towards
• Economics
(IT) and Science. completion of a Griffith University bachelor’s
• Information Design
degree. For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.
au/programs/study-foundation. • Management
• Marketing
Locations Sample program structure • Mathematics
Mount Gravatt and Gold Coast First semester • Physics
Intakes • Communication Skills 1 • Statistics
February, June and October • Introduction to Computing
Prerequisites: Portfolio and audition criteria as
• Elective course
Duration well as closing dates apply for the Certificate IV
• Elective course in some fields.
Full-time: Two semesters
Second semester CRICOS code: 075245C
Program fee
• Communication Skills 2 See page 20 for additional information and
$17,200*
• Intercultural Studies entry requirements
This program will prepare you for entry to the first • Elective course
year of a Griffith University bachelor’s degree. • Elective course
Diploma of Biosciences
Location QIBT, through its association with Griffith
Biosciences refer to the processes and University, provides a well-designed, flexible and
Mount Gravatt
systems that create, sustain or threaten life. coherent diploma program leading primarily to a
By undertaking the Diploma of Biosciences Intakes selection of Griffith University bachelor degrees.
you will develop foundational knowledge and February and June The QIBT Diploma of Biosciences is well-matched
skills in the biological sciences and clinical to the university syllabus and clearly informed by
sciences and understand their application Duration
industry and research.
to research and healthcare services. Full-time: Two or three semesters
During the program you will also have the For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/
Program fee programs/diploma-of-biosciences.
opportunity to engage in basic level practical $24,940*
laboratory experiences.
Courses§§ Second-year entry to
Employment and career options
First semester Griffith University †
Bioengineering; biology; cancer research; • Bachelor of Biomedical Science N 80CP§
• Academic and Professional Skills Development
forensic science; health care; laboratory • Bachelor of Biomolecular Science (Advanced)
for Science and Technology
or pathology work; neuroscience; or N 80CP§
veterinary science. • Cell Biology and Biological Systems
• Chemistry A • Bachelor of Science
Average starting salaries Majors: Biochemistry and Molecular
• Human Biology: Human Organism
According to 2011 research conducted Biology; Biological Science; Chemistry;
by Graduate Careers Australia Second semester Clinical Science; Forest and Horticultural
(graduatecareers.com.au), average • Chemistry B Science; Microbiology N 80CP§
national graduate starting salaries are: • Functional Molecular Genetics
Credit eligibility for other programs
Agricultural Science: $50,600 • Statistics
• Bachelor of Science
Biological Sciences: $50,000 • Structural Biochemistry
Majors: Applied Chemistry; Marine Biology
GC 50CP
CRICOS code: 070424G
See page 20 for additional information and
entry requirements
Campus legend: GC: Gold Coast Campus L: Logan Campus MG: Mount Gravatt Campus N: Nathan Campus SB: South Bank Campus15
PROGRAMS
Diploma of Commerce
Duration Second-year entry to
Acclaimed as one of the best places to study
business in Australia, the Griffith Business
Full-time: Two or three semesters Griffith University†
School offers innovative programs in areas Program fee • Bachelor of Business†
such as international business, finance, $20,000* Choose one major and a second (optional)
accounting, management and marketing. area of specialisation. Majors: Employment
Courses†† Relations; Human Resource Management;
Employment and career options First semester International Management; Logistics and
Accounting; advertising; auditing; business • Academic and Professional Skills Supply Network Management; Management;
management; commercial and taxation Development Marketing; Sustainable Enterprise
law; financial and management accounting; • Accounting Principles GC N 80CP§
human resource management; industrial • Bachelor of Commerce†
• Business Informatics; OR Accounting
relations; international business; marketing; Major: Accounting GC L N 80CP§
Information Systems
public relations; stock broking. • Bachelor of Commerce†
• Introduction to Marketing
Average starting salaries Majors: Economics; Finance GC N 80CP§
Second semester
According to 2011 research conducted • Bachelor of Commerce†
• Business Statistics Major: Financial Planning GC 80CP§#
by Graduate Careers Australia
(graduatecareers.com.au), average national • Economics for Managers • Bachelor of International Business†
graduate starting salaries are: • Employment Relations GC N 80CP§^
Accounting: $49,000 • Management Concepts
Credit eligibility for other programs
Economics and Business: $48,000 The Griffith Business School joined the ranks of
• Bachelor of Business†
Harvard, Yale and the London Business School in
Major: Real Estate and Property GC N 70CP
2009 when it received international accreditation
Locations • Bachelor of Business†
(AACSB International). Its MBA program has
Mount Gravatt and Gold Coast Majors: Event Management; Hotel
also received a five-star ranking in the Good
Management; International Tourism and
Intakes Universities Guide for eight consecutive years.
Hotel Management; Sport Management
For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/
February, June and October GC N 60CP
programs/diploma-commerce.
• Bachelor of Arts GC L N 50CP
• Bachelor of Business Information Systems
GC N 50CP
CRICOS code: 026674K
See page 20 for additional information and
entry requirements
Diploma of Criminology and Criminal Justice##
Location Griffith University was one of the pioneers
Criminology is the study of the complex of the criminology degree in Australia, and
Mount Gravatt
issues of crime and criminal justice. provides students with a pathway to a wide
Criminologists work in federal and state Intake range of career opportunities in the criminal
justice agencies such as research and February and July justice system.
statistics institutes, police departments and
courts. Correctional authorities also employ Duration Students enrolled in this program will attend
criminologists as researchers, assessors and Full time: Two semesters classes delivered by QIBT and Griffith University
policy advisors, while other criminologists on Griffith University’s Mount Gravatt campus.
Program fee
work in private practice providing consulting For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/
$20,480*
services for law reform, justice, forensic programs/diploma-of-criminology.
psychology, behavioural science or Courses§§
crime statistics. First semester Second-year entry to
• Academic and Professional Griffith University
Employment and career options
Skills Development • Bachelor of Criminology and
Community conference convening;
• Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice MG 80CP§
community corrections; criminal
justice; customs; investigation; legal aid Criminal Justice International students must successfully complete
administration; security consulting; state or • Police, Courts and Criminal Law the diploma to be eligible to enter the Bachelor of
federal police; strategic crime assessment. • Understanding Social Problems Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Average starting salaries Second semester Griffith University CRICOS code: 058861J
According to 2011 research conducted • Doing Criminology See page 20 for additional information and
by Graduate Careers Australia • Homicide entry requirements
(graduatecareers.com.au), average national • Introduction to Forensic Psychology
graduate starting salaries are: • Law, Government and Policy
Social Sciences: $43,000
Social Work: $50,00016 QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
Undergraduate program outlines (continued)
Diploma of Engineering
Location Griffith Engineering students learn in advanced
Engineers are integral to today’s changing facilities and also have the opportunity to
Gold Coast
world in many ways, from the planning, participate in the Overseas Industrial Experience
design, construction and management of civil Intakes Program, which involves 12 weeks of overseas
engineering projects to the design of essential February, June and October work experience. For more information, visit qibt.
electronic circuits and systems and the qld.edu.au/programs/diploma-engineering.
development of strategies and technologies Duration
for a sustainable future. Full-time: Two or three semesters Second-year entry to
Employment and career options Program fee Griffith University†
Civil engineering, electrical engineering, $25,920* • Bachelor of Engineering
environmental engineering, manufacturing Courses†† Majors: Civil Engineering; Electronic and
engineering, mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering; Mechatronic
First semester
mechatronic engineering, sport and Engineering; Mechanical
• Academic and Professional Skills Development Engineering GC 80CP§
biomedical engineering.
for Science and Technology • Bachelor of Engineering
Average starting salaries • Engineering Materials Majors: Electronic & Energy;
According to 2011 research conducted by • Engineering Practice Electronic & Computer N 80CP§
Graduate Careers Australia (graduatecareers. • Mathematics 1A • Bachelor of Engineering Technology
com.au), average national graduate starting Major: Civil Engineering GC 80CP§
salaries are: Second semester
Engineering $63,000 • Computing and Programming with MATLAB Credit eligibility for other programs
Earth Sciences: $73,000 • Electronics for Engineers • Bachelor of Engineering
• Engineering Mechanics Major: Environmental Engineering N 70CP
• Mathematics 1B • Bachelor of Engineering Technology
Major: Environmental Engineering N 70CP
• Bachelor of Engineering
Major: Sport and Biomedical Engineering
GC 70CP
CRICOS code: 070423G
See page 20 for additional information and
entry requirements
Diploma of Graphic Design
Location During the program you will work in teams and
As in many fields, the design industry individually as you learn to think spatially and
Mount Gravatt
is continuously evolving as trends and visually. You will also develop creative problem-
technologies change. At QIBT and Griffith Intakes solving techniques and skills in time management,
University’s Queensland College of Art February and June communication, resourcefulness, creativity, visual
(QCA) you will be immersed in the core appreciation and exploration.
fundamentals of design: colour theory, Duration
typography and drawing. Full-time: Two or three semesters For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/
programs/diploma-of-graphic-design.
Employment and career options Program fee
Advertising, graphic design, interior design, $23,290* Second-year entry to
marketing, package design and print design. Courses‡‡ Griffith University†
Average starting salaries First semester • Bachelor of Design Futures with Honours.
• Academic and Professional Skills Development Majors: Interior Environments; Product Design,
According to 2011 research conducted by
Visual Communication Design SB 80CP§
Graduate Careers Australia (graduatecareers. • Digital Graphic Design
com.au), average national graduate starting • Bachelor of Digital Media.
• Drawing for Design
salaries are: Majors: 3-Dimensional Design;
• Modernism and Post-Modernism
Digital Design; ePhotojournalism;
Art and Design: $40,000
Second semester Fine Art; Graphic Design GC 80CP§
• Computer Visualisation and Image Creation
Credit eligibility for other programs
• Reading the Visual
• Bachelor of Fine Art^^ SB 60CP
• Typographic Design I
• Visual Communication Design I CRICOS code: 056514M
See page 20 for additional information and
entry requirements17
PROGRAMS
Diploma of Health Care
Duration Second-year entry to
The Diploma is primarily designed to prepare
students for entry to the second year of
Full-time: Two or three semesters Griffith University†
the Griffith University Bachelor of Nursing Program fee • Bachelor of Nursing GC 80CP§
degree, although graduates will exit with $23,750* Degree graduates will be eligible to apply for
knowledge, skills and attitudes for beginner registration as a nurse (RN) with the Australian
level practice in a health care setting. Courses§§
Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
First semester
Employment and career options All university nursing graduates who seek
• Anatomy & Physiology I
Registered Nurse: With further study or • Effective Communication registration and are identified as having English
experience, a nurse may choose to specialise as a second language will be required to
• Clinical Health Assessment
in a range of fields such as aged care, meet English language testing requirements.
• Academic and Professional Skills
cancer, community practice, emergency, International students should contact the
Development for Science and
intensive care, medical health, medical/ Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
Technology; OR English Language
surgical, midwifery, pediatrics, palliative care, for information regarding English language
Communication for Health
or women’s health. Degree graduates will be competency requirements: ahpra.gov.au.
eligible to apply for registration as a nurse Second semester Students will be required to purchase additional
(RN) with the Australian Health Practitioner • Anatomy & Physiology II clothing and equipment, as well as cover
Regulation Agency. • Health Care Practices costs associated with immunisation and pre-
Average starting salaries Understanding Research in Practice placement checks.
According to 2012 research conducted • Medications and Safe Administration Please note: Entry into the Diploma of Health Care is
by Graduate Careers Australia Students will learn about core concepts related limited to 60 students per intake. Progression from
(graduatecareers.com.au), average national to the anatomy and physiology of the human the Diploma of Health Care is limited. A quota of 50
graduate starting salaries are: body and the ways in which the body and mind places per intake (100 per year) exists for entry to
Paramedical Studies: $55,000 develop and change across the life-span. The the second year of the related degree. Students are
Medicine: $60,000 theoretical content explored in these beginning required to at least meet minimum GPA and/or rank
level courses takes place within the classroom, requirements to be eligible for consideration for a
through simulated practice in laboratory settings, place in the degree. If student numbers exceed the
Location as well as real life exposure in a health care quota, places in the degree will be awarded on the
Gold Coast setting. Classes and practical placements may basis of the highest GPA and the highest average
be scheduled during weekends and outside mark across completed Diploma courses.
Intakes
of the normal semester period. For more CRICOS code: 075186J
February and June information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/programs/ See page 20 for additional information and
diploma-health-care. entry requirements
Diploma of Health Sciences
Duration Degree programs vary in duration and outcomes,
The Diploma provides an interdisciplinary with further details provided on the Griffith
Full-time: Two or three semesters
approach to the field of health science. It website: griffith.edu.au/health.
focuses on the biological and biochemical Program fee
aspects of health science and provides a For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/
$ 27,110*
firm grounding in chemistry, cell biology, programs/diploma-health-sciences.
and anatomy. Courses ††
First semester Second-year entry to
Employment and career options
• Chemistry of Biological Systems I Griffith University†
Allied health, ambulance services, laboratory • Anatomy & Physiology Systems I • Bachelor of Health Science GC 80CP§
assistance, OH&S, sports organisation, • Bachelor of Biomedical Science GC 80CP§
• Cells, Tissues and Regulation
pathology and rehabilitation. With further • Bachelor of Medical Laboratory
• Academic and Professional Skills Development
Masters study, career options in dentistry, Science GC 80CP§
for Science and Technology; OR English
medicine, pharmacy, and physiotherapy may
Language and Communication for Health Credit eligibility for other programs
also be available.
Second semester • Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science GC 60CP
Average starting salaries
• Chemistry of Biological Systems II • Bachelor of Exercise Science GC 70CP
According to 2011 research conducted
by Graduate Careers Australia • Anatomy & Physiology Systems II • Bachelor of Exercise Science
(graduatecareers.com.au), average national • Cell Biology (Pre-Physiotherapy) GC 60CP
graduate starting salaries are: • Health Challenges for the 21st Century • Bachelor of Pharmacy GC 60CP
Pharmacy (pre-reg) $39,000 The diploma is primarily designed to provide Please note: Entry into the Bachelor of
Paramedical Studies: $55,000 a comprehensive foundation for entry into the Pharmaceutical Science, Bachelor of Exercise
Medicine: $60,000 second year of a number of Griffith University Science (pre-physio) and Bachelor of Medical
degree level programs in health, although Laboratory Science is limited to 5 places per year
graduates will also exit the diploma with per program.
Location the knowledge and skills for beginner level CRICOS code: 075188G
Gold Coast employment in health-science related industries. See page 20 for additional information and
Intakes entry requirements
February and June18 QIBT Your pathway to GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY 2013/14
Undergraduate program outlines (continued)
Diploma of Hotel Management
Duration Second-year entry to
The hospitality and tourism industries
contribute more than A$4 trillion in gross
Full-time: Two or three semesters Griffith University†
global output, which translates into millions of Program fee • Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event,
jobs worldwide. $ 20,000* Real Estate and Property, Sport)
Majors: Hotel Management; Event
Employment and career options Courses¶¶ Management; Sport Management, Sustainable
Airline services, club and recreational facility First semester Tourism Management GC 80CP§
management; hotel, resort and restaurant • Introduction to Marketing • Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event,
management; and tourism, event or • Information Systems for Service Industries Real Estate and Property, Sport)
sport management. Majors: Event Management; International
• Academic and Professional Skills Development
Average starting salaries • International Tourism and Hotel Systems Tourism & Hotel Management;
According to 2011 research conducted by OR Introduction to Hotel Management Sport Management N 80CP§
Graduate Careers Australia (graduatecareers. Second semester Credit eligibility for other programs
com.au), average national graduate starting
• Management Concepts • Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event,
salaries are:
• Rooms Division Management Real Estate and Property, Sport)
Humanities $45,000 Majors: Real Estate and Property Development
• Accounting for Decision Making
Economics, Business $48,000 GC N 70CP
• International Food and Beverage Management
• Bachelor of Commerce
During the diploma you will learn about the Majors: Accounting; Economics; Finance
Locations service industry in general, as well as basic hotel GC N 70CP
Mount Gravatt and Gold Coast operations, and will gain basic management and • Bachelor of Commerce
accounting skills. Major: Financial Planning GC 60CP
Intakes
February, June and October For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/
CRICOS code: 052593F
programs/diploma-hotel-management.
See page 20 for additional information and
entry requirements
Diploma of Information Technology
Location Second-year entry to
Australians are leaders in software and
system development. IT professionals
Mount Gravatt Griffith University †
contribute to business growth and Intakes • Bachelor of Information Technology
organisational efficiency by monitoring and February, June and October Majors: Computing and Intelligent Systems;
sustaining technology within an organisation, Informatics; IT Management and Marketing;
troubleshooting technical issues, controlling Duration Multimedia; Software Development;
information systems, processing data and Full-time: Two or three semesters IT Services GC N 80CP§
maintaining IP addresses. Program fee • Bachelor of Information Technology
Major: Information Systems N 80CP§
Employment and career options $21,440*
• Bachelor of Information Technology
Application programming, communications, Courses†† Major: Systems Services GC 80CP§
database design, game development, First Semester
software engineering, systems analysis and Credit eligibility for other programs
• Introduction to Programming
systems programming. • Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor
• Academic & Professional Skills Development
Average starting salaries of Multimedia GC N 70CP
for Science and Technology
According to 2011 research conducted by • Bachelor of Multimedia GC N 50CP
• Foundations of Computing Systems
Graduate Careers Australia (graduatecareers. • Bachelor of Business Information Systems
• Web Design & Development
com.au), average national graduate starting GC N 50CP
salaries are: Second Semester
CRICOS code: 026675J
Computer Science: $52,500 • Object Oriented Programming See page 20 for additional information and
• Introduction to Computer Systems Networks entry requirements
• Interactive Applications Development
• Introduction to Information Systems
The diploma will give you a broad understanding
of all aspects of IT to equip you for further studies
in computer programming, computer science,
database administration, information systems,
interactive web development, software engineering
and systems design. For more information, visit
qibt.qld.edu.au/programs/diploma-of-it.19
PROGRAMS
Diploma of Media and Communication
Location Second semester
Society is based on communication,
Gold Coast • New Communication Technologies
whether it is written, spoken or visual.
The communication industry is Intakes • Communication Performance
rapidly changing with specialist areas • News and Politics
February, June and October
continually developing. • Introduction to Public Relations
Duration
Employment and career options This wide ranging program was developed
Full-time: Two or three semesters
to meet the changing needs of the industry
Journalism, public relations, media or
film, public education, commercial Program fee and encompasses communication skills and
$20,490* techniques including screen production,
communication, art or leisure management.
analysis of the mass media and communication
Average starting salaries Courses†† industries, marketing, public relations, creative
According to 2011 research conducted First semester writing, new technologies and journalism.
by Graduate Careers Australia • Academic and Professional Skills For more information, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/
(graduatecareers.com.au), average national Development programs/diploma-media-communication.
graduate starting salaries are: • Styles and Genres of Journalism
Humanities: $45,000 • Youth and Society Second-year entry to
• Screen Analysis I Griffith University †
• Bachelor of Communication GC 80CP§
• Bachelor of Journalism GC 80CP§
CRICOS code: 075187G
See page 20 for additional information and
entry requirements
Associate Degree in Commerce and Business
QIBT’s Associate Degree in Commerce and Courses
The business world offers exciting and Business is a two-year program leading to the First year
rewarding careers for young people with third year of a Griffith University Bachelor of
initiative, talent and drive. A wide range of Eight core courses, reflecting the Diploma of
Commerce or Bachelor of Business degree. QIBT Commerce or Hotel Management (80CP)
options are available, from the vibrant and Diploma of Commerce or Hotel Management
challenging global professions of accounting graduates who do not meet requirements to Second year
and finance to managing people in today’s enter the second year of the Griffith University Eight core, specialist and elective courses (80CP)
business world or engaging in the rapidly Bachelor of Commerce or Business are eligible Specialisations
growing international tourism and hotel for one year of credit within the Associate
management industries. • Accounting
Degree. Only one further year of study must • Finance
Employment and career options then be completed to be eligible for the degree
• Hotel Management
Depending on your specialisation, award. The additional year in QIBT’s supportive
• Human Resource Management
potential careers include: accounting, environment provides students with an
• International Tourism and Hotel Management
administration management, airline opportunity to further prepare for entry to the
Griffith bachelor degree. • Management
services, auditing, business management,
club and recreational facility management, Direct entry to the first or second year of the For details of second-year courses within each
hotel and resort management, human Associate Degree in Commerce and Business specialisation, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/programs/
resource management, international with credit from other education institutions may associate-degree.
business, managerial accounting, restaurant also be considered on application.
management, taxation, tourism and Third-year entry to
For more information about the Associate
event management. Griffith University†
Degree, visit qibt.qld.edu.au/programs/
associate-degree. • Bachelor of Business
Average starting salaries
Majors: Hotel Management; Human
According to 2011 research conducted Locations Resource Management; International
by Graduate Careers Australia Mount Gravatt and Gold Coast Tourism and Hotel Management;
(graduatecareers.com.au), average national Management GC N 160CP‡
graduate starting salaries are: Intakes
• Bachelor of Commerce
Economics, Business $48,000 February, June and October
Majors: Accounting; Finance GC N 160CP‡
Humanities $45,000 Duration CRICOS code: 070425F
Full-time: Two years (including the See page 20 for additional information and
Diploma of Commerce or Diploma of entry requirements
Hotel Management).
Program fee
$40,000* (First-year entry with no credit)
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