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MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY 2015 - Sydney, Australia STUDENT GUIDE
Your direct pathway to

MACQUARIE
UNIVERSITY
2015
Sydney, Australia
STUDENT GUIDE
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY 2015 - Sydney, Australia STUDENT GUIDE
SIBT Your direct pathway to MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY 2015

                                      Why study at SIBT?
   • More than 20,000 students have successfully graduated from SIBT
     since 1997

   • Macquarie University is a QS 5 star-rated institution, one of only five
     Australian universities to receive 5 stars in all categories

   • According to a recent survey, Sydney is the most popular city
     in the world for international students (2014 Global Cities Index
     A.T. Kearney)

   • SIBT programs are taught at the main Macquarie University campus
     in North Ryde and at the city campus in Sydney’s central business
     district, giving you access to all the university’s facilities, including
     one of the best university libraries in Australia
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                                                                                                OVERVIEW
YOUR PATHWAY
TO SUCCESS
Sydney Institute of Business and Technology (SIBT) is your direct pathway
to a Macquarie University degree. Since 1997, 20,000 graduates have
successfully completed their SIBT diploma program, the first-year equivalent
of a Macquarie University bachelor degree. SIBT is part of the global Navitas
Group, an internationally recognised education provider. Located at the main
Macquarie University campus in North Ryde and at the city campus in Sydney’s
central business district, SIBT offers you a customised learning approach and
unparalleled teaching support. This ensures academic success, while also
helping you transition into the larger Macquarie University community.

                         Message from the
                         College Director and
                         Principal of SIBT
Take the pathway well travelled
We’re delighted to see you are looking           Macquarie University offers students a
for information about SIBT and its highly        world-class education. Together, SIBT
respected partner, Macquarie University.         and Macquarie look forward to helping
                                                 you achieve your academic and career
As an SIBT student, you will study your          objectives. Over 20,000 SIBT graduates
first-year undergraduate degree units on         have already gone on to succeed at
a Macquarie University campus, but in an         Macquarie University. Join SIBT and be
environment that offers you personalised         part of the next 20,000 students to take
teaching, small classes and additional           the pathway well travelled.
support from our team.
                                                 We look forward to assisting you in
SIBT students become independent                 achieving your academic goals.
learners who have the skills and knowledge
to succeed at Macquarie. At SIBT you will        Best of luck with your studies!
develop personally, have the opportunity to
                                                 Heather Tinsley
gain lifetime friendships and establish career
                                                 College Director and Principal
networks with fellow students from Australia
                                                 SIBT
and around the world.
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Macquarie University:
leading the way in education
Macquarie is renowned for excellence in interdisciplinary                                       a wide range of networking opportunities
                                                                                                with potential employers. The campus train
research and teaching, a unique approach to learning and                                        station provides rail links to the city and
a first-class campus environment. SIBT students have the                                        surrounding suburbs.
option to choose a degree at either Macquarie University                                        Macquarie gives you more
in North Ryde or Macquarie City Campus in Sydney’s CBD.                                         • Macquarie University is one of only
                                                                                                  five Australian universities to receive
                                                                                                  the QS 5 star rating in all categories:
The Macquarie experience                       new library, a private teaching hospital,          teaching, employability, research,
Macquarie University is a QS 5 star-rated      cutting-edge media facilities and some             internationalisation, facilities, innovation,
institution that offers you more than just     of the most advanced science labs in the           access and specialist subjects
an exceptional education and outstanding       Asia‑Pacific region.                             • Macquarie’s business graduates receive
career prospects. Macquarie offers you the                                                        higher than average starting salaries
opportunity to transform yourself. Through     Campus life                                        (Good Universities Guide 2012)
global engagement, real-world experiences      There are plenty of places to eat, drink,        • Global CEOs surveyed in the New York
and our unique curriculum, Macquarie will      shop and play on the Macquarie North Ryde          Times ranked Macquarie in the top
help you realise your aspirations, whatever    campus or at the nearby Macquarie Centre           100 universities in the world for their
they might be.                                 shopping complex. Macquarie University’s           graduate recruitment (Global
                                               Sport and Aquatic Centre features indoor           Employability Survey 2012)
The University has 38,000 students
                                               and outdoor swimming pools, gym and
(with an additional 1,000 students at                                                           For more information about Macquarie
                                               group fitness spaces, and numerous sports
Macquarie City Campus) and 145,000                                                              University, visit mq.edu.au.
                                               facilities. Discounted membership is
alumni in over 140 countries. It offers more
                                               available for SIBT students.
than 200 highly regarded undergraduate
and postgraduate programs.
                                               Location

First-class facilities                         Macquarie’s main campus is located in
                                               North Ryde, 15 kilometres from the Sydney
Over A$1billion has recently been
                                               CBD. The 126 hectare park-like campus is
invested in the campus, giving you access
                                               uniquely based in the heart of Australia’s
to the very best facilities, including a
                                               largest high technology precinct, offering you
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                                                                     OVERVIEW

“ The small class sizes and
customised academic
support I received at SIBT made the
transition from high school to university-
level studies far less stressful!”

   My SIBT:   Daniel Beracochea, Australia Diploma of Commerce
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Macquarie University:
leading the way in education (continued)

Macquarie City Campus                          areas for relaxing between classes. You will
                                               also have access to all facilities and services
Based in the heart of Sydney’s CBD,            at the North Ryde campus.
only a 10 minute walk from the iconic
Sydney Harbour Bridge, SIBT at Macquarie       The campus’s convenient location in
City Campus offers a dynamic learning          Sydney’s CBD, right above Wynyard train
environment. You will study the same           station, presents many opportunities for
content and enjoy the same high standard       you to find part-time work. Internships
of teaching as SIBT students at Macquarie      are available to students looking to
University, North Ryde, but in the vibrant     gain experience in a business or media
urban environment of central Sydney.           environment. Internships provide on-the-job
                                               training and practical work experience, both
Modern, purpose-built facilities at the city   of which will enhance your future career
location include a course-tailored library,    prospects. For the latest information on
contemporary lecture rooms and computer        program offerings, visit city.mq.edu.au.
laboratories, and sociable student common
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  1.         Building E3A: SIBT (Level 2)                                                      8.          On-campus services: post office,                                           16.        Macquarie University Hospital
                                                                                                           bar, game centre, National                                                            and the Advanced School
  2.         Macquarie University Sport
                                                                                                           Australia Bank, ATMs,                                                                 of Medicine
             and Aquatic Centre
                                                                                                           newsagency, travel agencies,                                               17.        Australian Hearing Hub
  3.         Australia’s leading region for                                                                Co-op Bookshop
             high-technology companies                                                                                                                                                18.        New state-of-the-art library
                                                                                               9.          Food outlets and restaurants
  4.         Macquarie Centre
                                                                                               10.         Lincoln Student Services                                                              Car parks: student car parking
             shopping complex                                                                                                                                                          P
                                                                                                           Building: University Health Centre                                                    available for approximately
  5.         Building E3B: English Language                                                                and Careers Service                                                                   A$264 per year
             Centre and Independent Learning
                                                                                               11.         Building C1A: Security office
             Centre (Level 4) for English                                                                                                                                                        Student accommodation
             language students                                                                 12.         Observatory
  6.         Macquarie Graduate School of                                                      13.         Sporting fields for sports such                                                       Macquarie University train station
             Management (MGSM)                                                                             as cricket, hockey and soccer
  7.         Macquarie Research Park:                                                          14.         Travelodge Hotel                                                                      Bus stop
             promotes synergies between                                                        15.         Lighthouse drama theatre
             leading Australian and
             international companies
             and the University
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Why choose SIBT at
Macquarie University?
Over 20,000 graduates and counting! Since 1997, SIBT and                                                                A multicultural student body
                                                                                                                        With students from all over Australia
Macquarie University have worked together to provide a                                                                  and the world, SIBT is an ideal
leading university pathway program.                                                                                     environment for meeting friends,
                                                                                                                        developing international networks and
                                                                                                                        experiencing different cultures.
With over 3,000 students across two                         Two fantastic study locations
campuses, SIBT is an excellent option                       SIBT students have access to all facilities on              Access the University’s Career Service
for students seeking a supportive and                       both Macquarie University campuses. This
customised learning environment for their                                                                               SIBT students at both campuses can make
                                                            includes access to one of the best libraries
first year.                                                                                                             use of Macquarie’s Career Service, which
                                                            in Australia, world-class sporting amenities,
                                                                                                                        runs regular workshops to provide career
                                                            student associations, MUSE, a brand new
                                                                                                                        education and job application support
Why choose SIBT?                                            custom-designed social learning space,
                                                                                                                        for students. The service also advertises
                                                            and on-campus accommodation. All SIBT
Gain direct entry to                                                                                                    internships and part-time or casual work,
                                                            buildings have Wi-Fi, allowing you to access
Macquarie University                                                                                                    and arranges for employers to meet with
                                                            high speed internet and study on the go.
                                                                                                                        and recruit students. For more information,
SIBT diploma programs are equivalent to the
                                                                                                                        visit careers.mq.edu.au.
first year of a Macquarie University bachelor               Individually tailored academic support
degree. Upon successful completion of                       SIBT programs are delivered in a
your diploma you will receive full credit for                                                                           One visa for all your studies
                                                            personalised and supportive environment.
your studies and advance directly to the                                                                                SIBT will be able to provide you with one visa
                                                            Class sizes are limited to less than
second year of your chosen degree. At the                                                                               for the entire duration of your studies. This
                                                            50 students, which means you will benefit
end of your degree you will graduate with                                                                               includes your SIBT program and the final two
                                                            from increased contact with your lecturers.
an internationally recognised qualification                                                                             years of your Macquarie University degree.
                                                            SIBT also offers a variety of academic
from one of Australia’s most progressive                    and welfare support programs to provide
and innovative universities. (See page 9                                                                                High quality education
                                                            additional assistance where required.
for information about Macquarie University                                                                              Macquarie University encourages creative
Transfer Rules.)                                                                                                        and independent thinking, giving you the
                                                            Flexible study options
                                                                                                                        opportunity to develop academically,
                                                            SIBT has three intakes a year, allowing you
                                                                                                                        professionally and personally. SIBT is a
                                                            to begin your program in February, June or
                                                                                                                        registered vocational and higher education
                                                            October. Eligible SIBT students are able to
    Macquarie’s Global                                      complete both a diploma program and a
                                                                                                                        provider and our programs are accredited by
                                                                                                                        the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards
    Leadership Program                                      bachelor’s degree within three years.
                                                                                                                        Agency (TEQSA) and Australian Skills
                                                                                                                        Quality Authority (ASQA). Our academic
                                                            First-rate educational facilities
    Macquarie’s Global Leadership                                                                                       standards are assured by Macquarie
    Program (GLP) offers eligible SIBT                      SIBT is located in modern, purpose-built                    University’s moderation procedures. SIBT
    students* the opportunity to gain                       facilities. Classrooms and computer                         programs provide a recognised qualification
    a competitive edge by developing                        laboratories contain leading-edge                           for employment purposes, and graduates
    cross‑cultural awareness and                            audiovisual teaching equipment, allowing                    receive a nationally accredited award.
    leadership skills, as well as obtaining                 lecturers to deliver program content using
    practical international experience.                     interactive technologies. You will also have
                                                            access to computer labs, printing facilities
    Participants attend networking                          and online study materials, with dedicated
    functions and seminars with prominent                   IT personnel on hand to help you as required.
    lecturers and business leaders, in
    addition to having access to overseas
    student exchanges or internships.
    Best of all, the program is recognised
    on your Macquarie academic
    transcript. For further details, visit
    international.mq.edu.au/GLP.*

* To be eligible for the GLP, students must have completed one semester at SIBT and have an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 and GPA of 2.25.
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“ SIBT gave me

                                                                    OVERVIEW
the skills I
needed to
succeed
at Macquarie.”

  My SIBT:   Laura Pamela Amaya Roa, Colombia Diploma of Arts
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Pathways to Macquarie University
SIBT provides various pathway options to a Macquarie                                                    Teaching and assessment
                                                                                                        Each week you will attend classroom‑based
University degree if you are looking for a supportive transition                                        lectures and tutorials or workshops for each
to university-level studies. SIBT offers a personalised learning                                        course of study. You are also expected
environment and a range of courses to suit each student’s                                               to dedicate approximately six to eight
                                                                                                        hours per week to independent study for
academic needs.                                                                                         each course. Methods of assessment
                                                                                                        may vary depending on the program
                                                                                                        and course you select. A combination of
Certificate IV in                                     The following diploma programs                    university-approved assessments such as
Tertiary Preparation                                  are available:                                    assignments, essays, oral presentations
Program (TPP)                                         • Diploma of Arts                                 and formal examinations may be used.
The Certificate IV program is a pre-                  • Diploma of Business Administration
                                                                                                        Duration
university course that will prepare you for           • Diploma of Commerce
university-level studies.                                                                               The diploma usually takes three sessions
                                                      • Diploma of Communication                        (12 months) to complete. However, with a
Students who successfully complete the                • Diploma of Computing                            fast-track diploma you are able to complete
Certificate IV will be able to progress to                                                              in two sessions (eight months). Macquarie
the SIBT diploma of their choice.                     • Diploma of Engineering
                                                                                                        City Campus also runs on a three-session
                                                      Provisional Entry program                         system. With three intakes a year, you have
Diploma programs                                      If you are an international student with an
                                                                                                        the potential to fast track your bachelor
We offer a range of diploma programs,                                                                   degree. If you have completed an SIBT
                                                      IELTS of 5.5 (and meet the relevant academic
each designed to articulate into a related                                                              fast-track diploma and you choose to
                                                      requirements, see page 22), you can begin
Macquarie University undergraduate                                                                      continue your studies at Macquarie City
                                                      your diploma studies at SIBT on a Provisional
degree program. Each diploma consists of                                                                Campus, you have the option of completing
                                                      Entry program. In your first semester at SIBT
eight academic units, which are equivalent                                                              your degree program in just two-and-a-half
                                                      you will study two academic diploma units,
to the first year of your bachelor degree.                                                              years, saving a session.
                                                      as well as a compulsory Culture and Learning
After successfully completing a diploma,              unit focusing on academic literacy and
you will advance directly to the second               study skills.
year of your relevant degree 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                                       SIBT                           Macquarie University
           *Some bachelor degree programs are more than three years duration.
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                                                                                                OVERVIEW
Requirements for transfer to                   units are equivalent to the first session
Macquarie University                           of second year in a Macquarie University
In line with the Macquarie University          bachelor degree. The advanced diploma
Progression and Transfer Rules, you            is an excellent option if you complete
must successfully complete all eight           your SIBT diploma and wish to continue
diploma units to progress to the second        your studies in the October session, as
year of your chosen Macquarie University       Macquarie University’s main campus
degree. For further details, visit             offers only select courses during
sibt.nsw.edu.au.                               the summer session. Students who
                                               enjoy the SIBT learning environment
Important information about
                                               can also choose to continue with an
SIBT programs                                  advanced diploma.
• Other conditions may apply from
  time to time. Where applicable, you
                                               Associate Degree in Business
  will be advised in your Letter of Offer      The Associate Degree in Business is
  from SIBT.                                   a two-year program comprising 16
                                               academic units. It is equivalent to the
• Some courses (or modules) are only
                                               first two years of Macquarie University’s
  available in a particular session,
                                               Bachelor of Business Administration. After
  depending on the major or
                                               completing the associate degree, you will
  specialisation selected as well as
                                               advance to the third year of the bachelor
  any necessary pre-requisites.
                                               degree. The associate degree is suitable
                                               if you wish to continue studying in SIBT’s
Advanced Diploma programs                      supportive learning environment before
The advanced diploma programs consist          proceeding to Macquarie University.
of a standard SIBT diploma (eight units)
plus four additional units. These additional
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Student services
SIBT will support you on your journey to becoming an                                             include counselling, medical advice,
                                                                                                 disability and welfare support. All services
independent learner. A range of support services and                                             offered are free and confidential. For more
programs are available to ensure you achieve your                                                information, visit sibt.nsw.edu.au/students/
                                                                                                 student-services.
academic potential while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
The services and programs outlined below are available                                           Computing facilities
to all students and are provided at no additional cost.                                          The University has a campus-wide, fibre-
                                                                                                 optic information network with wireless
                                                                                                 access in various locations. You will be
Academic and welfare guidance                      as well as the state-of-the art library and   able to access internet services through
                                                   brand new MUSE study space. Students          the University’s library and student hubs
SIBT’s qualified staff are able to provide                                                       as well as the Language Centre. Every
students with academic and welfare                 who have a membership to the Macquarie
                                                   University Sport and Aquatic Centre           student is provided with their own university
assistance. You are encouraged to make an                                                        email account.
individual appointment to seek guidance or         (MUSAC) are able to access everything
to drop in on the friendly staff at SIBT for any   from the health club to swimming pools,
advice you require.                                sport clubs and squash courts. SIBT           Join us on Facebook
                                                   students can join all of the University’s     The SIBT Facebook page is a great way to
                                                   sports and social clubs, which are a          keep up to date with the social activities
Additional academic assistance                     great way to meet other students with         going on at SIBT and connect with fellow
Academic advisers conduct regular                  similar interests. The North Ryde campus      students. Our Facebook page and SIBT
study skills workshops focusing on                 is serviced by major bus and train            student blog are great platforms for
skills such as time management, goal               services. The Macquarie University train      sharing information and ideas. Visit us
setting, motivation, essay preparation,            station provides rail links to the city and   on facebook.com/SIBT1 and check
examination techniques and coping                  surrounding suburbs, and a free shuttle bus   out what our students have to say on
with stress. SIBT lecturers are available          service is provided to transport students     blog.sibt.nsw.edu.au.
for individual consultations. You are              from various locations on campus.
encouraged to contact your lecturer to                                                           You can also visit us on the following social
make an appointment.                                                                             media sites:
                                                   Campus wellbeing
                                                                                                 • e.weibo.com/sibt/profile
                                                   SIBT students also have access to
Campus life                                        Macquarie University’s Student Support        • youtube.com/user/SIBTSydney
Macquarie University provides a vibrant            services. Student Support provides a range    • twitter.com/sibtstudents
student experience. There are places to            of quality services to support you during     • mysibt.com.au
study, eat, drink, shop and be entertained,        your time at Macquarie University. Services
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Libraries                                       Student ID                                    Workshops
The Macquarie University library offers         SIBT students will each receive a student     SIBT provides extra tuition each week for
a wide range of materials in a variety of       identification card which shows that they     select courses to assist you in gaining the
formats, from traditional books to DVDs,        are an SIBT student, as well as a Macquarie   extra help you may need in a particular
multimedia and networked information            University student. Students will use this    topic, or to guide you in preparing
from around the world. We have a library        card to gain access to the University’s       for assessments.
coordinator who can help with library           facilities on both Macquarie campuses.
research and catalogue access.                                                                Security on-campus
                                                Support and counselling                       Macquarie University takes student safety
Orientation and enrolment                       Student counsellors are available to help     very seriously. Campus security services
Orientation days are held each session          you with any concerns or difficulties you     are available 24 hours a day, seven days
in the week before classes start.               may have. Whether you are having trouble      a week. You may contact security at any
Attendance is compulsory. You will receive      studying, learning a new language, getting    time by phone, or through the various Help
important information and advice to             settled in Australia, or any other personal   Points located around campus.
ensure a positive start to your university      matter, our counsellors are there to offer
experience. During orientation, you are         advice and support.
organised into small groups, each led by a
mentor. You attend designated enrolment
sessions depending on the program of
study, and are taught how to organise
your timetable along with other important
matters. You also have the opportunity
to join in with the University’s social
activities on campus, as well as familiarise
yourself with the campus surroundings.

Peer mentoring program
This program helps you adapt to your new
learning environment and to Australian
culture. Experienced senior students,
trained as mentors, welcome each new
student and provide them with information
about academic and campus life. Mentors
will continue to offer ongoing support and
guidance during your first few weeks at SIBT.
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     Study in Sydney: one of the
     world’s most exciting cities
     Sydney is a vibrant, multicultural city with a population
     originating from more than 180 countries. Not only is it
     the capital of New South Wales, it is also the largest city
     in Australia.

     Situated on one of the world’s most           Things to do
     beautiful and natural harbours, Sydney        • Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge or
     offers a unique outdoor lifestyle where you     Sydney Tower.
     can make the most of a variety of alfresco
     dining venues, parks and an extensive         • Catch a ferry from Circular Quay to
     choice of leisure activities. You will also     Manly Beach.
     have access to over 70 beaches spread         • See Australian animals at Taronga Zoo.
     along the city’s coastline.                   • Spend a day at the world famous          Cost of living
                                                     Bondi Beach.                             The Australian Government has estimated
     Sydney’s natural beauty is enhanced by
                                                   • Watch a show at Sydney Opera House.      that a single international student
     its rich and vibrant arts and entertainment
                                                                                              requires a minimum of A$18,610 per
     scene, with new concerts, operas and          • Experience yum cha in Chinatown.         year (or A$9,000 per session) to cover
     theatre events happening all the time. With
                                                   • Ride a rollercoaster at Luna Park.       living expenses — these items include
     many lively shopping and dining precincts
                                                   • Enjoy a barbecue with friends at         accommodation and meals, incidentals,
     around the city (including Sydney’s very
                                                     Centennial Park.                         entertainment and local transport.
     own Chinatown), you will always have
     plenty to do. Above all, Sydney is home to    • Go shopping at the famous Queen          Visit immi.gov.au/students/
     many diverse and friendly communities           Victoria Building (QVB).                 student-visa-living-costs.htm for
     who have made this unique city their home.    • Order delicious fish and chips at        more information.
     By choosing to live and study in Sydney,        Sydney Fish Markets.
     you will experience the relaxed but vibrant
     lifestyle the city offers while gaining an
     internationally recognised education.

     Climate
                                                       Season                    Period               Average temperature range
     Sydney has a temperate climate.
     The warmest months are January and             Summer          December to February             18˚C–26˚C
     February, and the coldest months are June      Autumn          March to May                     14˚C–22˚C
     and July, although daytime temperatures
     rarely fall below 10 degrees Celsius. The      Winter          June to August                   9˚C–16˚C
     average rainfall is 1,200mm per year and       Spring          September to November            13˚C–22˚C
     the average humidity is 62 percent.
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SYDNEY

    FAST FACTS
    State         New South Wales
                  (NSW)
    Population 7,239,000
    Currency      Australian dollar (A$)
    Language      English
    Time zone Australian Eastern
              Standard Time
              (UTC/GMT
              +10 hours)
    Electricity 220–240 V
    Want to know more
    about Sydney?
    •   sydney.com.au
    •   discoversydney.com.au
    •   cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
    •   visitnsw.com.au
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Course outlines
Diploma of Arts
                                                    Location                                     • LING109      Language, Culture
  The Diploma of Arts is ideal if you are seeking   Macquarie University, North Ryde                            and Communication
  a flexible pathway. After completing the
  diploma you will be eligible to enter second      Duration                                     • MAS104       Australian Media
  year of the Macquarie University Bachelor         Two or three sessions                        • MAS105       Media Cultures
  of Arts, which offers a variety of study areas
                                                    Program fees                                 • MKTG101 Marketing Fundamentals
  including ancient history, anthropology,
  contemporary music, creative arts, cultural       International students
                                                                                                 • MUS102       Passion, Identity and
  studies, dance, English, languages, media,        2015 Program fee A$27,280                                   Rebellion in Popular Music
  modern history, politics and international        Australian students
  relations, philosophy, sociology and writing.                                                  • PHL137       Critical Thinking
                                                    2015 Program fee A$22,480
  You can also choose academic units outside                                                     • PICT101      Introduction to Criminology
  your major or even study units from outside       Select eight units in total
                                                    Core unit                                    • PICT102      Policing and Crime
  the Faculty of Arts.
                                                    • ACSH100 Academic Communication 		          • POL108       Introduction to Global Politics
  Employment and career options
                                                              in the Social Sciences
  Advertising, business management,                                                              • STAT170      Introductory Statistics
                                                              and Humanities
  community development, consultation                                                            Note: Units from other diplomas can also be taken as
  services, design, diplomacy, education,           Core or elective units depending
                                                                                                 part of this program.
  entertainment, government, media,                 on articulation
  publishing, translating.                          • ACCG106 Accounting Information             Second year of your Macquarie
  Average starting salaries                                       for Decision Making            University degree
  According to 2013 research conducted by           • BBA102      Principles of Management       • Bachelor of Arts U
  Graduate Careers Australia, average national                                                   • Bachelor of Arts (major in Media, Culture and
                                                    • CUL120      Living Culture
  graduate starting salaries are:                                                                  Communication)* U C
                                                    • CUL121      Seeing Culture: Vision,        • Bachelor of Arts (major in International
  Humanities: A$45,000
                                                                  Visuality and the Senses         Communication)* U
  Languages: A$46,800
  Performing/Visual arts: A$40,00                   • ECON111     Microeconomic Principles       • Bachelor of Arts — Criminology U
                                                                                                 • Bachelor of Arts — Media* † U GPA 3.0
                                                    • ICOM100     Introduction to                • Bachelor of Arts (major in Cultural Studies)* U
Note: Some degrees available through the                          International Communication
                                                                                                 • Bachelor of Marketing and Media* U GPA 3.0
Diploma of Arts pathway require you to complete     • ICOM101     Intercultural Relations
extra units, which may take up to 12 months                                                      CRICOS codes: 051203M, 053148G.
of additional university study. Email SIBT at       • ISYS100     IT and Society                 For additional entry information, see page 22.
future@sibt.nsw.edu.au to find out if your          • ISYS104     Introduction to
preferred degree has additional requirements.                     Business Information Systems
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                                                                                                                                                        PROGRAMS
Diploma of Business Administration
                                                    Program fees                                  Select two core units and an
  Business graduates from Macquarie                                                               additional two elective units
                                                    International students
  University have record employment levels
                                                    2015 Program fee A$27,280                     Core units
  and starting salaries well above the average
  for Australian business schools.                  Australian students                           • ACCG200 Management Accounting

  The Diploma of Business Administration            2015 Program fee A$22,480                     • BUSL250      Business Law
  prepares you to pursue a career in business       Eight units in total                          • BUS201       Introduction to Global Business
  management without specialising in a              Core units
  particular area.                                                                                • MKTG216 Consumer Demographics
                                                    • ACBE100      Academic Communication
  Employment and career options                                    in Business and Economics      Elective units
  Accounting, banking, business administration,                                                   • BBA111       Organisational Behaviour
                                                    • ACCG106 Accounting Information
  computing, consulting, financial management,                for Decision Making                 • ECON110      Macroeconomic Principles
  management, marketing, recruitment and
  staff development.                                • ACST101      Techniques                     • ISYS100      IT and Society
                                                                   and Elements of Finance        • PHL137       Critical Thinking
  Average starting salaries
  According to 2013 research conducted by           • BBA102       Principles of Management       • STAT170      Introductory Statistics
  Graduate Careers Australia, average national      • ECON111      Microeconomic Principles       • HRM250       Human Resource Management
  graduate starting salaries are:
                                                    • HRM107       Introduction                   • AFIN253      Financial Management
  Accounting: A$47,000                                             to Human Resources
  Business: A$46,000                                                                              • BBA280       Business Models and
  Economics: A$51,400                               • ISYS104      Introduction to 		                            Organisation Structure 1
  Law: A$50,000                                                    Business Information Systems
                                                    • MKTG101 Marketing Fundamentals
                                                                                                  Second year of your Macquarie
                                                                                                  University degree
During this program, you will learn the broad
business skills required for modern management.     Advanced Diploma of                           • Bachelor of Arts U
Through the Academic Communication in               Business Administration                       • Bachelor of Business Analytics U GPA 1.5
Business and Economics unit ACBE100, you            Location                                      • Bachelor of Business Administration U C
will also learn critical business communication                                                     GPA 2.0 †
                                                    Macquarie University, North Ryde
skills. Macquarie University’s business courses                                                   • Bachelor of Business Leadership
have a flexible structure so you can explore your   Duration                                        and Commerce U GPA 3.0
interests and even select units from outside the    Three or four sessions                        • Bachelor of Commerce (majors in
Faculty of Business and Economics. You will also    Program fees                                    Accounting, Applied Econometrics, Business
gain valuable on-the-job experience through                                                         Demographics†, Business Information
business internships that give you academic         International students                          Systems, Commercial Law, Economics,
credit towards your degree.                         2015 Program fee A$40,920                       Finance, Human Resources, International
                                                    Australian students                             Business, Marketing)* U GPA 1.5
Locations
                                                    2015 Program fee A$33,720                     • Bachelor of Commerce — Professional
Macquarie University, North Ryde                                                                    Accounting* U C
Macquarie City Campus, Sydney
                                                                                                  • Bachelor of Economics* U
Duration                                                                                          • Bachelor of Global Business U GPA 1.5
Two or three sessions                                                                             CRICOS codes: Diploma 051202A, 053149G;
                                                                                                  Advanced Diploma 051209E.
                                                                                                  For additional entry information, see page 22.
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Course outlines (continued)

Diploma of Commerce
                                                      Core or elective units depending                 Select an additional four units
  The Diploma of Commerce provides you with           on articulation
  the basis for further study in areas such as                                                         Core or elective units depending
                                                      • ACCG101 Accounting 1B                          on articulation
  accounting, actuarial studies, commercial
  law, economics, finance, human resources,           • ACCG106 Accounting Information                 • ACCG200 Fundamentals of
  international business and marketing. You can                 for Decision Making                                  Management Accounting
  specialise in your preferred area when you          • AFIN100      Introduction to Finance           • ACST152      Introduction to Actuarial Studies
  begin the second year of your degree studies.
                                                      • BBA111       Organisational Behaviour          • AFIN253      Financial Management
  Employment and career options
                                                      • COMP115 Introduction to Computer Science       • BUSL250      Business Law
  Accounting, actuarial, banking, economics,
  finance, human resource management,                 • COMP125 Fundamentals                           • BUS201       Introduction to Global Business
  insurance, international business,                            of Computer Science                    • HRM250       Human Resource Management
  management, marketing, stockbroking.
                                                      • ECON110      Macroeconomic Principles          • MATH133 Mathematics 1B
  Average starting salaries
                                                      • HRM107       Introduction to Human Resources   • MKTG203 Consumer Behaviour
  According to 2013 research conducted by
  Graduate Careers Australia, average national        • ISYS100      IT and Society                    • MKTG216 Consumer Demographics
  graduate starting salaries are:
                                                      • ISYS104      Introduction to 		                • STAT171      Statistical Data Analysis
  Accounting: A$47,000                                               Business Information Systems
  Economics: A$51,400                                                                                  Second year of your Macquarie
  Finance: A$50,000                                   • ISYS114      Introduction to Systems
  Marketing: $46,000                                                 Design and Data Management        University degree
                                                      • MATH130 Mathematics 1E                         • Bachelor of Actuarial Studies* † ‡ U
                                                                                                         GPA3.2§
During this program, you will learn critical          • MATH135 Mathematics 1A                         • Bachelor of Applied Finance* U
business communication skills through the             • PHL137       Critical Thinking                   GPA 2.25
Academic Communication in Business and                                                                 • Bachelor of Arts U
Economics unit, ACBE100. Business internships         Advanced Diploma of Commerce                     • Bachelor of Business Administration U C
are also available when you progress to your                                                             GPA 2.0†
                                                      Location                                         • Bachelor of Business Analytics U GPA 1.5
degree at Macquarie, which give you academic
credit towards your degree and provide valuable       Macquarie University, North Ryde                 • Bachelor of Business Leadership
on-the-job experience.                                Duration                                           and Commerce U GPA 3.0
Macquarie University’s Department of Accounting       Three or four sessions                           • Bachelor of Commerce (majors in Accounting,
and Corporate Governance is one of the largest                                                           Business Information Systems, Decision
                                                      Program fees                                       Science, Economics, Finance, Human
accounting schools in Australia. CPA Australia, the
Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and   International students                             Resources, International Business,
the Institute of Public Accountants have accepted     2015 Program fee A$40,920                          Marketing)* U GPA 1.5
Macquarie University as an approved tertiary          Australian students                              • Bachelor of Commerce –
institution for their membership qualifications.      2015 Program fee A$33,720                          Professional Accounting* U C GPA 1.5
                                                                                                       • Bachelor of Economics* U
Locations
                                                                                                       • Bachelor of Global Business U GPA 1.5
Macquarie University, North Ryde
Macquarie City Campus, Sydney                                                                          CRICOS codes: Diploma 051200C, 053276M;
                                                                                                       Advanced Diploma 051207G.
Duration                                                                                               For additional entry information, see page 22.
Two or three sessions
Program fees
International students
2015 Program fee A$27,280
Australian students
2015 Program fee A$22,480
Select eight units in total
Core units
• ACBE100      Academic Communication
               in Business and Economics
• ACCG100 Accounting 1A
• ACST101      Techniques and
               Elements of Finance
• BBA102       Principles of Management
• ECON111      Microeconomic Principles
• MKTG101 Marketing Fundamentals
• STAT170      Introduction to Statistics
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                                                                                                                                                         PROGRAMS
Diploma of Communication
                                                      Locations                                    • LING109      Language, Culture
  The Diploma of Communication provides you                                                                       and Communication
                                                      Macquarie University, North Ryde
  with the foundation for further studies in the
                                                      Macquarie City Campus, Sydney                • MAS104       Australian Media
  areas of culture, international relations, media,
  public affairs and social science. During your      Duration                                     • MAS105       Media Cultures
  degree you can choose to study academic             Two or three sessions
  units outside your major and even study units                                                    • MKTG101 Marketing Fundamentals
  from outside the Faculty of Arts.
                                                      Program fees
                                                                                                   • MUS102       Passion, Identity and
                                                      International students
  Employment and career options                                                                                   Rebellion in Popular Music
                                                      2015 Program fee A$27,280
  Advertising, arts policy and administration,                                                     • PHL137       Critical Thinking
                                                      Australian students
  audience research, diplomacy, government
                                                      2015 Program fee A$22,480                    • PICT101      Introduction to Criminology
  and industry administration, international
  communication, journalism, media                    Select eight units in total                  • PICT102      Policing and Crime
  production, public relations, publishing            Core unit                                    • POL108       Introduction to Global Politics
  and editing.
                                                      • ACSH100 Academic Communication
                                                                                                   • STAT170      Introductory Statistics
  Average starting salaries                                     in the Social Sciences
  According to 2013 research conducted by                       and Humanities                     Second year of your Macquarie
  Graduate Careers Australia, average national        Core or elective units depending             University degree
  graduate starting salaries are:                     on articulation                              • Bachelor of Arts U
  Humanities: A$45,000                                • ACCG106 Accounting Information             • Bachelor of Arts (major in Media, Culture
  Languages: A$46,800                                               for Decision Making              and Communication)* U C
  Performing/Visual arts: A$40,000                                                                 • Bachelor of Arts (major in International
                                                      • BBA102      Principles of Management
                                                                                                     Communication)* U
Macquarie University’s newly refurbished,             • CUL120      Living Culture                 • Bachelor of Arts – Media* † U
state-of-the-art facilities have been custom          • CUL121      Seeing Culture: Vision,          GPA 3.0
designed to provide professional quality studios                    Visuality and the Senses       • Bachelor of Arts
for dance, drama, music recording, radio                                                             (major in Cultural Studies)* U
                                                      • ECON111     Microeconomic Principles
production and screen production. The University                                                   • Bachelor of Marketing and Media* † U
has strong ties within the communications             • ICOM100     Introduction to                  GPA 3.0
and media industries and a growing internship                       International Communication    CRICOS codes: Diploma 051201B, 053278J.
program to help you gain real-world experience                                                     For additional entry information, see page 22.
                                                      • ICOM101     Intercultural Relations
that prepares you for your future career. Staff at
Macquarie include widely published academics          • ISYS100     IT and Society
and award-winning media producers with a wealth
                                                      • ISYS104     Introduction to
of industry experience in their areas of expertise.
                                                                    Business Information Systems
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Diploma of Computing
                                                      Program fees                                 Advanced Diploma of Computing
  The Diploma of Computing is ideal for those
                                                      International students                       Location
  with an interest in information technology and
  provides a broad introduction to computing.         2015 Program fee $27,280                     Macquarie University, North Ryde
  You can specialise in a particular area in          Australian students
                                                                                                   Duration
  the second and third years of your degree,          2015 Program fee A$22,480
                                                                                                   Three or four sessions
  constructing a specific program of study
                                                      Select eight units in total
  tailored to your intended career. A final                                                        Program fees
  year project will give you the opportunity          Core unit
                                                                                                   International students
  to practise your knowledge and skills.              • ACSC100    Academic Communication
                                                                                                   2015 Program fee A$40,920
                                                                   in Science
  Employment and career options                                                                    Australian students
  Artificial intelligence, database administration,   Core or elective units depending
                                                                                                   2015 Program fee A$33,720
  e-commerce, language technology,                    on articulation
  multimedia and internet development,                • ACCG100 Accounting 1A                      Select an additional four units
  networking, programming, system analysis,                                                        (including at least two first year units)
                                                      • ACCG106 Accounting Information
  various areas in government and industry.                                                        Core or elective units depending
                                                                for Decision Making
                                                                                                   on articulation
  Average starting salaries
                                                      • BBA111     Organisational Behaviour        • COMP249 Web Technology
  According to 2013 research conducted by
  Graduate Careers Australia, average national        • COMP115 Introduction to Computer Science   • ISYS224      Database Systems
  graduate starting salaries are:                     • COMP125 Fundamentals of
                                                                Computer Science                   Second year of your Macquarie
  Computer science: A$51,000
  Electronic engineering: A$51,500                                                                 University degree
                                                      • DMTH137 Discrete Mathematics 1
                                                                                                   • Bachelor of Arts U
                                                      • ENGG141    Digital Fundamentals            • Bachelor of e-Business* U
Macquarie University’s Faculty of Science has         • ISYS100    IT and Society                  • Bachelor of Engineering (majors in Computer
world-class facilities for undergraduate study,                                                      Engineering, Electronic Engineering,
including four teaching labs. Your program of study   • ISYS104    Introduction to 		                Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics
will be shaped by academics who are leaders                        Business Information Systems      Engineering, Software Engineering,
in a wide range of scientific and technological       • ISYS114    Introduction to Systems           Telecommunications Engineering,
fields. Macquarie’s strong ties with industry                      Design and Data Management        Wireless Engineering)* U
also mean that visiting lecturers, internships                                                     • Bachelor of Environment (majors in
and industry advisory panels will play an active      • MATH130 Mathematics 1E                       Environmental Management, Environmental
role in your study when you progress into your        • MATH135 Mathematics 1A                       Earth Science, Spatial Information Science)* U
Macquarie degree.                                                                                  • Bachelor of Information Technology (majors in
                                                      • MATH136 Mathematics 1B
Location                                                                                             Software Technology, Business Information
                                                      • PHL137     Critical Thinking                 Systems, Web Design and Development)* U
Macquarie University, North Ryde
                                                      • STAT170    Introductory Statistics         • Bachelor of Information Technology –
Duration                                                                                             Games Design and Development* † U
Two or three sessions                                                                              • Bachelor of Science (majors in Software
                                                                                                     Technology, Business Information
                                                                                                     Systems, Decision Science, Environmental
                                                                                                     Management, Environmental Earth
                                                                                                     Science, Spatial Information Science,
                                                                                                     Web Design and Development)* U
                                                                                                   CRICOS codes: Diploma 051204K, 053277K;
                                                                                                   Advanced Diploma 051208F.
                                                                                                   For additional entry information, see page 22.
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                                                                                                                                                               PROGRAMS
Diploma of Engineering
                                                  Located within Australia’s ‘Silicon Corridor’,         Select eight units in total
The Diploma of Engineering provides you           Macquarie University is surrounded by more than        Core units
with an important introduction to the             500 high-tech companies. Its state-of-the-art
Bachelor of Engineering: an integrated                                                                   • ACSC100	Academic Communication
                                                  teaching facilities and laboratories include                      in Science
four‑year professional program, accredited        sophisticated instruments and equipment. Also,
by Engineers Australia, which prepares            Macquarie University is particularly renowned for      • COMP115	Introduction to
students to work as professional engineers.       its niche focus on electronic engineering, and it is              Computer Science
The degree also includes an internship during     the only university in Australia to offer a wireless   • ENGG141      Digital Fundamentals
its final session, which is unique to Macquarie   engineering specialisation.
University as it combines both academic and                                                              • MATH130 Mathematics 1E
industry supervision.                             Location
                                                                                                         • MATH135 Mathematics 1A
                                                  Macquarie University, North Ryde
Employment and career options
                                                                                                         • MATH136 Mathematics 1B
Computer, electronics design and                  Duration
manufacturing, project and technology             Two or three sessions                                  • PHYS140      Physics 1A
management, radio frequency electronics           Program fees                                           Core or elective units depending
design, sales and service of technical                                                                   on articulation
                                                  International students
equipment, telecommunications and
                                                  2015 Program fee A$27,280                              • COMP125 Fundamentals of
networking, wireless and mobile telephone
                                                                                                                       Computer Science
networking, wireless systems and installation.    Australian students
                                                                                                         • ENGG150 Electromechanics
Average starting salaries                         2015 Program fee A$22,480
                                                                                                         • PHYS143 Physics 1B
According to 2013 research conducted by
Graduate Careers Australia, average national
                                                                                                         Second year of your Macquarie
graduate starting salaries are:                                                                          University degree
Computer science: A$51,000                                                                               • Bachelor of Engineering (majors in
Engineering: A$51,500                                                                                      Computer Engineering, Electronic
                                                                                                           Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,
                                                                                                           Mechatronics Engineering, Software
                                                                                                           Engineering, Telecommunications
                                                                                                           Engineering, Wireless Engineering)** † U
                                                                                                         CRICOS codes: Diploma 068336C, 068335D.
                                                                                                         For additional entry information, see page 22.
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Course outlines (continued)

Associate Degree in Business
                                                              Location                                              Second-year units
  The Associate Degree in Business provides
                                                              Macquarie University, North Ryde                      Core units
  students who have already completed
  an SIBT diploma with the skills and                         Duration                                              • ACCG200 Management Accounting
  knowledge necessary to work in a business                   Six sessions (two years)                              • BUSL250      Business Law
  environment. While studying the associate
  degree, you’ll gain a solid understanding
                                                              Program fees                                          • BUS201       Introduction to Global Business
  of the fundamentals of business, including                  International students                                • MKTG216 Consumer Demographics
  principles, practices, models, organisation,                2015 Program fee A$54,560
                                                              Australian students                                   Core or elective units depending
  structure, law and international business.
                                                              2015 Program fee A$44,960                             on articulation
  Employment and career options                                                                                     • AFIN253 Financial Management
  Business administration, banking,
                                                              Select 16 units in total
                                                              The core and elective units you select will depend    • BBA111       Organisational Behaviour
  management, consulting, computing,
  financial management, marketing;                            on the units you have already completed during        • BBA280       Business Models and
  recruitment and staff development.                          your diploma.                                                        Organisation Structure 1
  Average starting salaries                                   First-year units                                      • ECON110      Macroeconomic Principles
  According to 2013 research conducted by                     Core units
                                                                                                                    • HRM250       Human Resource Management
  Graduate Careers Australia, average national                • ACBE100      Academic Communication
  graduate starting salaries are:                                            in Business and Economics              • ISYS100      IT and Society
  Accounting: A$47,000                                        • ACCG106 Accounting Information                      • PHL137       Critical Thinking
  Business: A$46,000                                                    for Decision Making                         • STAT170      Introductory Statistics
  Economics: A$51,400
  Law: A$50,000                                               • ACST101      Techniques
                                                                             and Elements of Finance                Third year of your Macquarie
                                                              • BBA102       Principles of Management
                                                                                                                    University degree
                                                                                                                    • Bachelor of Business Administration U C
To be awarded the associate degree, you must                  • ECON111      Microeconomic Principles                 GPA 2.0
successfully complete 16 units. The program can
be completed in less than two years, and you may              • HRM107       Introduction to Human Resources        CRICOS code: 068334E.
also exit the program after one year and enter a                                                                    For additional entry information, see page 22.
                                                              • ISYS104      Introduction to
specialist degree at either Macquarie University or                          Business Information Systems
Macquarie City Campus.
                                                              • MKTG101 Marketing Fundamentals

U Macquarie University C Macquarie City Campus GPA Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) required for transfer to Macquarie
* You must study prescribed units during the diploma to progress to the degree program. Email SIBT at future@sibt.nsw.edu.au for more information.
† Additional first-year degree units must be completed at Macquarie University. Email SIBT at future@sibt.nsw.edu.au for more information.
‡ The total duration of the combined program (diploma and degree) is longer than three years. Email SIBT at future@sibt.nsw.edu.au for more information.
§ As well as the minimum GPA, you will need a high distinction in the Mathematics 1A unit and a credit in the Techniques and Elements of Finance unit to progress to
the degree.
** This is a four-year degree (including the SIBT diploma).
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Certificate IV in Tertiary
Preparation Program
The Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation Program (TPP)
prepares students for entry into an SIBT diploma. It is
designed for students who have completed the equivalent
of Year 11 at an Australian high school or need to undertake
further study before starting an SIBT diploma.

Small class sizes encourage student            Course structure
involvement and ensure you get                 In the Certificate IV program there is one
personalised attention and support from        structure. You must successfully complete
your lecturers. This support and regular       eight academic units in your chosen
evaluation will keep your studies on track.    area of which three are core and five are      Duration
You will complete your Certificate IV          elective subjects.                             The Certificate IV program is two
program at the North Ryde campus before                                                       sessions (eight months) or three sessions
continuing on with your first year studies     Course accreditation                           (12 months). You have the flexibility to
at either campus. A minimum IELTS              Certificate IV TPP is accredited by the        commence in February, June or October.
score of 5.5 (or equivalent) is required for   Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA).
direct entry. Academic entry requirements      This course is delivered within the National   Further studies
for particular countries are outlined on       VET Regulator (NVR Standards) and is           By successfully completing the program
page 22.                                       nationally recognised. Navitas and SIBT        and achieving a pass mark or above in all
                                               recognise all equivalent qualifications        eight units, you are guaranteed entry into
  Location                                     issued by registered training organisations    an SIBT diploma course.
  Macquarie University, North Ryde             under the Australian Qualifications
                                               Framework (AQF).
  Duration
  Two or three sessions
  2015 Program fee
  Australian students A$18,000
  International students A$20,600
  CRICOS code: 084531M.

Units
Core units
• BUS107A Introduction to Computing
• COM200A Communication Skills I
• COM202A Communications Skills II
Elective units (select five units)
• BUS100A Accounting
• BUS103A Economics
• BUS104A Mathematics
• BUS105A Statistics
• BUS108A Management
• BUS109A Marketing
• COM100A Information Design
• COM101A Programming
• COM102A Introduction to System Analysis
• COM104A Mass Communication I
• COM105A Mass Communication II
Next level of study
• Diploma of Arts
• Diploma of Business Administration
• Diploma of Commerce
• Diploma of Communication
• Diploma of Computing
• Diploma of Engineering
• Diploma of Science
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Academic entry requirements
The table below is a guide to the academic          Not all qualifications and countries are
requirements for entry into SIBT certificate        listed and students with other credentials
and diploma courses.                                are encouraged to apply.
                                                    SIBT welcomes mature-age students
Please note:
                                                    (21 years or above) and considers relevant
SIBT will only consider academic                    employment experience if supporting
subjects when determining a                         documentation is provided.
student’s average performance.
                                                    There is no application fee when applying
                                                    to SIBT.

     Country           Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation Program Diploma (Fast-track and Standard-track)
 Australia             Successful completion of Year 11 with 4 passes                  Successful completion of Year 12
 Bangladesh            Intermediate Certificate with a GPA of 3.0 or above             Higher School Certificate with a GPA between 3.0
                                                                                       and 3.49
 Brazil                Certificado de Ensino Medio with an average of 6.0              Certificado de Ensino Medio with an average of 7.0 in
                       in 4 subjects                                                   4 subjects
 Canada                Successful completion of Grade 11                               Grade 12 with a minimum average C grade
 Chile                 Licencia de Educacion, average grade below 5.5                  Licencia de Educacion, average grade between 5.5
                                                                                       and 5.69
 China                 Senior Middle 2 with an 80% average in 4 subjects               Senior Middle 3 with a 65% average in 4 subjects
 Colombia              Bachillerato with an average below 65%                          Bachillerato with an average between 70% and 74.9%
 France                Contact SIBT Admissions for entry requirements                  Baccalaureate with an average of 10
 Ghana                 GCE O-levels or equivalent, with passes in 4 subjects           2 passes in GCE A-levels
 Hong Kong             HK Secondary 5: pass in 4 academic subjects                     HKDSE total score of 8 in the best 4 subjects from core
                                                                                       units in Category A and Category C, ie 2 level 2s
 India                 School Certificate with an average of 60% or above              All India Senior School Certificate with an average
                       in 4 subjects                                                   between 54% and 59% or above in 4 subjects
 Indonesia             SMU II with an average grade of 7.2 in 4 subjects               SMU III with an average grade between 6.75 and 6.9 in
                                                                                       4 subjects
 Iran                  3-year high school diploma                                      4-year high school diploma
 Japan                 Successful completion of Kotogakko Year 2                       High School graduation with a GPA between 2.5 and 2.9
 Jordan                Tawjihi with a 50% to 59% average in academic subjects          Tawjihi: 70% to 79% in academic subjects
 Kenya                 KCSE with a D grade average or GCE O-levels with passes         KCSE aggregate score between 57 and 61 or GCE A-levels
                       in 3 subjects                                                   with 2 passes
 Korea                 Successful completion of Year 11                                High School graduation with a C-grade average (Mi or 6)
 Kuwait                Secondary School General Certificate with an overall score      Secondary School General Certificate with an overall
                       below 75%                                                       score between 75% and 79%
 Macau                 Completion of Senior Middle 2 with a 70% average                Senior Middle 3 with a 65% average in 4 subjects
                       in 4 subjects
 Malaysia              Successful completion of Form 5 (SPM) or equivalent, or         STPM with minimum 2 passes; UEC with C-grade in 4
                       successful completion of Senior Middle 2                        academic subjects
 Mexico                Bachillerato with an average below 6.0 for academic subjects    Bachillerato with an average between 7.0 and 7.9 for
                                                                                       academic subjects
 Nepal                 HSC Second Division with an average of 50% or below             HSC Second Division with an average of 55% to 59% in
                       in 4 subjects                                                   4 subjects
 Pakistan              Secondary School Certificate with an average of 60% or above    Intermediate/Higher Secondary School Certificate with an
                       in 4 academic subjects                                          average of 55% to 59% for 4 subjects
 Peru                  Certificado de Educacion Secundaria with an average grade       Certificado de Educacion Secundaria – average grade of
                       below 12                                                        14 to 15.9
 Russian               Certificate of Secondary Education Grade 11 with a GPA of 3.0   Certificate of Secondary Education with GPA of 3.75 in
 Federation                                                                            academic subjects
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
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   Country         Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation Program Diploma (Fast-track and Standard-track)
Saudi Arabia       General Secondary Education Certificate with an average of   General Secondary Education Certificate with an average
                   50% or below                                                 of 70%
Singapore          Successful completion of Form 5/Sec 4 Express (GCE           2 passes in GCE A-levels
                   O-levels) or equivalent with passes in 4 subjects
South Africa       NSA less than 3                                              NSA 4 to 5
Sri Lanka          GCE or Sri Lankan A-levels                                   GCE or Sri Lankan A-levels with 2 passes
Sweden             2 years of Upper Secondary schooling                         Avgangsbetyg with G in 3 subjects
Taiwan             Completion of Senior Middle 2 with an average of 70%         Senior Middle 3 with an average of 70% in 4 subjects
                   in 4 subjects
Tanzania           GCE O-levels or equivalent, with passes in 4 subjects        2 passes in GCE A-levels
Thailand           Successful completion of Matayom 5 with a GPA of 2.5         Matayom 6 with a GPA of 2.0 to 2.49
Turkey             Devlet Lise Diplomasi or Devlet Meslek Diplomasi             High School diploma (4 years) Grade 3
Uganda             GCE O-levels or equivalent, with passes in 4 subjects        2 passes in GCE A-levels
United Arab        Tawjihi with a 50% to 59% average                            Tawjihiyya: 70% to 79% average
Emirates
United Kingdom     GCSE O-levels with 4 passes                                  GCE A-levels with 2 passes
United States      Successful completion of Year 11                             USA Grade 12 with a GPA of 2.75 to 2.99; or SAT (2005)
of America                                                                      with a score of 1400 to 1499
Vietnam            Successful completion of Year 11                             Year 12 with a grade average of 6.0 to 6.9
Zambia             GCE O-levels or equivalent, with passes in 4 subjects        2 passes in GCE A-levels
Zimbabwe           GCE O-levels or equivalent, with passes in 4 subjects        2 passes in GCE A-levels
Other accepted qualifications
General            O-levels with 4 passes                                       A-levels with 2 passes
Certificate of
Education (GCE)
Global             Contact SIBT Admissions for entry requirements               Average grade of 60% to 65.9%
Assessment
Certificate
International      Assessed on an individual basis                              Aggregate mark 21
Baccalaureate
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