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guide 2021
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Southern Cross University is a different kind of university. We combine academic and research excellence
with outstanding learning opportunities and a commitment to what matters, from protecting and managing
our precious natural environments to understanding and advancing our human world.
All three of our main campuses at Coffs Harbour, Gold Coast and Lismore offer something unique, thanks to
their locations and the vibrant communities that live in these subtropical areas.
Whether you study at one of our beautiful campuses or online, we are focused on developing the industry-
relevant skills, experience and knowledge you need to forge your 21st century career.
3 campuses 65,000+ 10 Research 20,000+
7 branch graduates centres students
campuses
Image: Christian Miller / Great Barrier Reef Foundation
Site of the Larval Restoration Project at the Marine World pontoon, 45km off the coast of Cairns. The globally significant project, led by
Southern Cross University’s Professor Peter Harrison, aims to regenerate the reef by harvesting coral sperm and eggs, growing new larvae
and releasing them back onto heavily degraded sections of the Great Barrier Reef.
Southern Cross University acknowledges and pays respect to the ancestors, Elders and descendants
of the Lands upon which we meet and study. We are mindful that within and without the concrete and
steel of buildings, these Lands always were and always will be Aboriginal Land.
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Contents
Our graduates............................................. 4
Scholarships................................................ 6
Student life.................................................. 7
Pathways to university................................ 8
Why study with us?....................................10
Our campuses............................................16
Course guide..............................................18
See the world while you study.................. 26
How to apply..............................................27
STUDENT OVERALL
SUPPORT EXPERIENCE
5-Star Student Support
5-Star Social Equity
Top 150 Young Universities
Top 3% in Life Sciences, Top 4% Physical Sciences
World Standard or Above In 23 Key Research Areas
Cover image: Lee Conneely.
Fluorescent microscope image of glandular trichomes (leaf hairs) from a major
study by Southern Cross Plant Science, a leader in research underpinning the
cultivation and utilisation of plants.
Quick Course Guide 3
Our graduates
Choosing a university degree is a moment
you’ll always remember. It might be the start of
a study journey and a career you had not even
imagined. It might be where you are introduced
to ideas and people who will take your life in a
completely new and exciting direction.
But don’t listen to us. Listen to the people who
have already been there.
Our graduates are the best examples of
where a degree from Southern Cross can
take you, be it a career of substance in your
own backyard or anywhere in the world.
Read more graduate stories at
scu.edu.au/graduates
The rising YouTube star and maths
teacher
South Grafton High School Teacher. Young Alumnus of the
Year 2019.
If it takes becoming a rising YouTube star to get students interested
in maths, Holly Millican isn’t afraid.
“Maths doesn’t need to feel like an ominous hour-long period that
students dread,” says Holly.
The Southern Cross graduate teaches at South Grafton High School.
Her first video, showing some of the ingenious ways she makes
Holly Millican maths fun, won a prestigious state prize that gave her the
Bachelor of Arts/ opportunity to work with the maths teacher and YouTube personality,
Bachelor of Education Eddie Woo.
(Primary/Secondary) It also kickstarted her emerging YouTube channel, inspiring other
Credit: Teachers Mutual Bank maths teachers. Who said maths isn’t glamorous?
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Sporting passion becomes a
career
Strength and Conditioning Coach, Brisbane Broncos
When Blake Duncan knew he would not make it as a young rugby player,
he chose the next best thing: training elite athletes.
“The degree I completed at Southern Cross enabled me to connect with
some excellent mentors,” says Blake. While on professional placement
with the Brisbane Broncos, he developed the skills to succeed as a
strength and conditioning coach within a high-performance environment.
“I was fortunate enough to learn from lecturers and tutors with industry-
specific experience throughout the course.”
Blake Duncan
Bachelor of Sport Now a Rehabilitation Coach, Blake is responsible for returning injured
and Exercise Science players to full training and competition. “By working in conjunction with
medical, performance and coaching staff, we develop individual training
programs to enable the athletes to be at their best. I think I’ve got the
best job in the world,” he says.
The lawyer and artists’ champion
Solicitor, Kay & Hughes Entertainment Lawyers
Thomas – Tom – Lynch is the sort of rock star you’d want to end up in
the courtroom with.
The passionate yet humble drummer and self-confessed ‘garage
producer’
is a solicitor with Kay & Hughes Entertainment Lawyers in Sydney.
He spends his days helping artists of all kinds navigate the colourful
life of being a creative who makes a living.
“Law touches every aspect of our lives and I love helping to arm
artists with the tools they need to be sure that their work is valued
Thomas Lynch and protected,” says Tom. In his ‘spare’ time, Tom now lectures in
Bachelor of Media Law at the Australian Institute of Music.
Contemporary Music,
Bachelor of Laws
Empathy and compassion are
tools of the trade
Registered Nurse, Tweed Hospital
From an early age, Ashleigh Woods knew she wanted to be a nurse
and a midwife.
After graduating with her nursing degree from Southern Cross
in 2015, she completed postgraduate studies in midwifery.
Ashleigh now works as a nurse at The Tweed Hospital’s emergency
department and Women’s Care Unit, helping to deliver babies.
During her nursing degree, Ashleigh volunteered in Nepal, assisting
Ashleigh Woods community health workers and teaching healthy hygiene practices.
Bachelor of Nursing “I really hope to make a difference in people’s lives by providing
compassionate care to my patients. The incredible facilities at
Southern Cross that simulate a hospital environment really helped
me before getting out into the actual hospital environment.”
Quick Course Guide 5
Scholarships
One application.
380+ scholarships.
Value up to $60,000.
Scholarships really make a difference. They
make your education attainable by reducing the
financial burden – enabling you to focus on your
studies and put your learning first.
Nursing student Janine received the Mayor of
Lismore Scholarship. She plans to use some of
the scholarship to fund an overseas placement.
Scholarships range in value from $150,
which could help you buy textbooks, to
$60,000, which could help pay your rent.
Scholarships are available to undergraduate and postgraduate
students for:
• Financial hardship
• Academic achievement
• International students
• Indigenous Australian students
• Leadership and community involvement.
There are also Australian Government scholarships available to help you
study overseas for a short period as an international exchange student.
Applying is easy. With just one application, commencing students are in
the running for all scholarships for which they are eligible.
Get more information or apply for a scholarship at
scu.edu.au/scholarships
For equity scholarships visit uac.edu.au/equity
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Student life
Going to university is not only about getting a first-class education and setting yourself
up for that dream career. It’s also about having fun, making lasting friendships and
enjoying the social side of university life.
Our UniLife program aims to encourage both your academic success and support your
wellbeing. Students can get involved in social sports clubs and societies, and University-
wide events such as the University Student Awards, snow tour, learn-to-surf camps,
beach and water safety programs, and other national competitions.
See the full list of programs and activities offered at scu.edu.au/unilife
Supporting your studies
No student is an island. No matter the extra help you need – we’ve got you covered.
Careers and Student access UniMentor – Academic skills
employability and inclusion connecting students support
Counselling Chaplaincy and Indigenous student Student advisers
services pastoral care support
Quick Course Guide 7
Pathways to university
There
Startare many pathways to university. An offer on the basis of your high
Transition school
Study
results is just one.
ATAR
Direct entry to
course based on
ATAR.
Secondary STAR Early Offer
School Based on high school
grades and principal’s
recommendation.
Head-Start
Head-Start is a Transition to Uni Southern
program for Year 11 Fee-free intensive Cross
and 12 students to
study a university unit
pathway course over
summer for school
University
while still at school. leavers who have just
completed Year 12 but Diplomas
For details visit: and degrees
did not obtain an
scu.edu.au/head-start
ATAR to enter university.
Non-school
Preparing
leaver
for Success
or
at SCU Program
TAFE / VET Fee-free academic
preparation course
offered on campus
and online.
Previous study
or experience
More ways to your Bachelor degree
The following courses can also be a pathway into a Bachelor degree:
Associate Degree of Information Technology; Associate Degree in Law (Paralegal Studies); Associate Degree of Creative
Writing; Associate Degree or Diploma of Civil Construction (Engineering and Management); Diploma of Arts and Social
Sciences; Diploma of Business; Diploma of Health; Diploma of Hotel Management; Diploma of Science.
For details, see courses starting on page 18.
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Pathway course graduate
Jordan is now studying
Marine Science
“My grades weren’t very good in high school. After
graduation I entered the workforce and almost
completed a trade apprenticeship, however, what I
really wanted to do was to follow my passion for the
ocean and turn it into a career.
When I found out about Southern Cross University’s
Preparing for Success at SCU Program I wasn’t sure
if I was even capable of studying. I really went in with
no expectations, but to my surprise, I did quite well. It
prepared me for studying, got me the grades I needed
to enrol and taught me the skills to do well at university.
I’m over halfway through my degree now and
the subjects are really interesting. We go on field
practicals to rockpools, beaches, rivers and I’ve also
done my scuba dive instructor course down in Coffs
Harbour. I was also selected for the New Colombo
Plan Scholarship and this has enabled me to study
extensively overseas.
I want to be a coral researcher and I’m planning to do
my Honours and then a PhD after my degree.”
SCU College
If you don’t meet the Bachelor degree entry
requirements, SCU College offers a range of
alternative pathways to university study.
The Preparing for Success at SCU Program (PSP)
can be completed full-time over 12 weeks or part-time
in one year, either on campus or online. SCU College
classes are small and extra support is available for
all students.
PSP equips you with the study skills needed for success
at university. Students who complete the program can
proceed directly to a Southern Cross University degree
with the confidence that they are well-prepared.
Transition to Uni is an intensive preparation course
designed for school leavers who have just completed
Year 12 , but who did not achieve an ATAR to enter
university. It is delivered over the summer break so you
can start your undergraduate degree at the beginning
of the academic year.
The College also offers a range of Diplomas, which are
guaranteed pathways to a Bachelor degree, provided
you achieve the required results. Diplomas provide up
to one year of credit towards a Bachelor degree.
Quick Course Guide 9
Why study with us?
Arts and Humanities Careers in Arts and Humanities
In our technology-driven world, critical skills
and knowledge in languages, art, history, ethics, • Arts administrator • Historian
philosophy, psychology and human development are
• Communication • Journalist
more important than ever. specialist
• Multimedia
Our arts and humanities degrees equip you with the • Ethical adviser designer
skills you need for a career in today’s dynamic media
and cultural industries. • Film producer • Political Analyst
Tailor-make No.1 in Australia
your degree to become for learning resources in humanities
a specialist in your and social sciences
chosen field (Good Universities Guide 2020)
Business
Business professionals of tomorrow need more than
an understanding of core business disciplines – they
need adaptability, curiosity and agility to respond to a
changing future.
Our business degrees have a strong emphasis on
applied knowledge and include internships and the
opportunity to study abroad.
Careers in Business
• Entrepreneur • Public relations
manager
• Business analyst
• Aviation expert
• Financial consultant
• Marketing executive
Top 5% 5-Star
of universities worldwide rating for teaching
in Business and Economics quality and student
(Times Higher Education support in Business
World University Rankings and Management
2020) (Good Universities
Guide 2020)
10 Quick Course GuideEducation Careers in Education
Teachers can have lasting and profound impact on • After-school program • Principal
the lives of their students, from the early childhood coordinator
• Secondary school
years right through to secondary school.
• Careers adviser teacher
Our education degrees are designed to amplify the
• Preschool director • Education researcher
scope of your teaching practice and all degrees
include extensive and meaningful work placements. • Primary school
teacher
5-Star Higher starting salary
rating for learning resources than national average in
in Teacher Education Teacher Education
(Good Universities Guide 2020) (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017-2019)
Engineering Careers in Engineering
Are you curious about our world and what makes it
• Civil engineer • Mechanical
work? Our degrees will prepare you to problem solve engineer
the biggest challenges facing civil, mechanical and • Coastal systems
coastal systems engineering. engineer • Renewable energy
consultant
Our engineering laboratories are fitted with state-of- • Environmental
the-art technology, including a 10-tonne self-reacting engineer • Robotics engineer
frame, climate-controlled rooms, a 10-metre tilting • Hydrology
water flume, concrete technology and universal expert
machine testing, and 3D printers.
Industry connections 16 key competencies
for work placement opportunities identified by Engineers Australia
and networking inform course structure
Quick Course Guide 11Health Careers in Health
The healthcare and social assistance industry is • Exercise physiologist • Pathology scientist
Australia’s largest and fastest growing industry. If
• General practise or • Pedorthist
you have an interest in the human body and passion hospital nurse
for helping others, your career prospects are • Podiatrist
promising. • Midwife
• Speech pathologist
Our degrees are designed in consultation with health • Occupational
therapist • Sports scientist
sector associations to ensure you are well-prepared
for what the industry needs. • Osteopath • Psychologist
2 Health Clinics No.1 in Australia
on-campus provide safe and for overall quality of education
supervised environments for experience, student support and
practicums learning resouces in Psychology
(Good Universities Guide 2020)
Indigenous Knowledge Careers in Indigenous Knowledge
Discover how learning and knowledge is shared in • Community worker • Indigenous programs
the world’s oldest living cultures. Our degree explores adviser
• Cultural heritage
Indigenous histories, knowledge systems, health and consultant • International aid
wellbeing, and ways of living. You can also tailor your worker
studies by choosing a major in either community and • Engagement adviser
land management or in Aboriginal health care. • Paralegal work
• Environmental
Graduates are well-prepared for careers in a range consultant • Policy officer
of professional sectors including health, community
• International land
services, tourism, business, justice sector or policy
manager
and research.
Culturally safe Strong links
dynamic and innovative with local Elders and communities as
course for all people well as international relationships
12 Quick Course GuideInformation Technology Careers in Information Technology
The jobs of tomorrow require agile digital specialists • Big Data expert • Web developer
who can create, deliver and distribute content
and resources seamlessly across channels and • Business analyst • Cyber security
technologies. expert
• Network planner
Our degrees offer not only a thorough grounding in • Digital
• Software engineer
the technology and communications of today, but the entrepreneur
ability to see what’s coming next. • User experience
expert
86% of IT graduates Digital Enterprise Lab
employed within four
on-campus enables you to work
months of completing
on real-world projects
their course
(Graduates Outcomes Survey
2017-2019)
Law
Whether it’s defending a client in court, challenging
a ruling in a sport tribunal, building a case to protect
the environment or kick-starting a corporate career, a
legal degree can get you there.
Stand up for what’s important to you and personalise
your degree with elective units in areas such as
human rights, race and the law, animal law, climate
law and policy, psychiatry, psychology and the law,
and ecological jurisprudence.
Careers in Law
• Barrister • Paralegal
• Court officer • Property
conveyancer
• Criminologist
• Specialist or general
• Human rights
lawyer
advocate
No.1 in NSW Accelerated study
options at Law Summer
for learning resources
and Winter Schools
and student support
in Law and Paralegal
(Good Universities
Guide 2020)
Quick Course Guide 13Music and Creative Arts
Careers in Music and Creative Arts
Do you dream of showcasing your creative work in
galleries or on stages around the world? Our music • Art curator • Sound engineer
and creative arts degrees will prepare you for the • Film producer • Visual artist
21st century creative industries. You’ll be taught by
lecturers who are successful and influential within • Graphic designer
their respective industries.
• Musician
Study tours and exchange opportunities to
• Recording studio
international creative arts hubs are offered as part of
manager
your studies.
Major festival Extensive
connections facilities
such as Mullum Music Festival Outstanding visual arts,
and Byron Writers Festival recording and
performing studios
Science and Environment Careers in Science and Engineering
Knowledge of the interaction between ocean, • Aquaculture or • Natural park
atmosphere, land, biota and humans is the key to fisheries manager scientist
the management of our built and natural systems • Ecological • Regenerative
and to finding solutions to the problems they face. researcher agriculture expert
From regenerative agriculture to marine ecology, our • Ecotourism • Sustainable
degrees cover every aspect of the management of our manager resource consultant
natural and built environments. Advanced analytical
• Environmental • Waste management
laboratories and a strong field focus prepare you
policy analyst planner
for a range of careers.
• Marine biologist
No.1 in NSW World renowned
for teaching quality and National Marine
skills development in Science Centre at
Science and Mathematics Coffs Harbour
(Good Universities
Guide 2020)
14 Quick Course GuideSocial Work and
Careers in Social Work and
Community Welfare Community Welfare
Are you a people person? Whether you want to create • Counsellor • Data expert
an impact on one individual’s life or the lives of many, a
• Social worker • Human services
rewarding and fulfilling career awaits.
manager
• Youth worker
You can focus our degrees towards your passion by
• Disability services
selecting a major which will lead you towards your • Social scientist
manager
dream career – such as disability and working with
children, or politics and sociology. • Policy analyst
Global top 5% No.1 in Australia
in Social Sciences for student support and
(THE World University learning resources in
Rankings 2020) Social Work
(Good Universities Guide 2020)
Tourism
Southern Cross was the first university in Australia to offer
a degree in tourism and is consistently ranked among the
world’s best tourism and hospitality schools, recently in
the world’s top 75 hospitality and tourism management
universities by the prestigious Academic Rankings of
World Universities.
Whether you hope to pursue a career in luxury travel,
resorts, events and entertainment or travel management,
a degree in tourism gives you transferable skills for a
career rich with diversity.
Careers in Tourism
• Ecotourism operator • Hotel or resort
manager
• Event manager
• Tourism operator
• Food and beverage
manager • Travel agent
• Guest relations
manager
No.1 in NSW 89% of graduates
for full time employment employed within four
in Tourism, Hospitality, months of completing
Personal Services, Sport their course
and Recreation (Graduates Outcomes
Survey 2017-2019)
(Good Universities
Guide 2020)
Quick Course Guide 15Our campuses
We are a multi-campus university on Australia’s east coast at the Gold Coast in Queensland
and at Lismore and Coffs Harbour in New South Wales.
The regions we call home all have unique characteristics as study locations – from
cosmopolitan cities, thriving industries and coastal lifestyles to living laboratories of great
natural beauty and ecological diversity, right next to the campus.
We also have branch campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth which operate in
collaboration with EduCo, and The Hotel School Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane in
partnership with Mulpha Australia. We opened a new branch campus at Coomera Creative
Campus on the Gold Coast in 2019.
make your degree to become a
list in your chosen field
Australia for learning resources in
ities and social sciences
niversities Guide 2020)
Gold Coast
Lismore
Coffs Harbour
Gold Coast
Our Gold Coast campus is located at Coolangatta, just
400 metres from North Kirra Beach, and adjacent to the
Gold Coast Airport. Many vantage points offer stunning
views of the Pacific Ocean.
The campus is spread across three contemporary
buildings that house innovative learning spaces, health
science laboratories, computer labs, student lounges,
the University’s Digital Enterprise Lab and an on-campus
Health Clinic. From 2020, you can also study music and
digital media at our new Coomera branch campus.
300 days of
sunshine per year
6th largest city Health Clinic Digital Enterprise Transport hub
in Australia Lab
16 Quick Course GuideLismore
Lismore was the first Southern Cross campus, located
in the heart of the Northern Rivers. Set on acres of lush
rainforest, Lismore campus is a creative hub within easy
reach of both national parks and the ocean.
It also houses state-of-the-art engineering and
environmental science facilities, specialist health labs
and simulated hospital wards, a Learning Centre and
library complex, heated pool and gym, and an on-
campus Health Clinic. The campus grounds are home
to abundant wildlife including koalas, lizards and native
birds.
Arts and
cultural hub
Surrounded by
World Heritage
On-campus Health Clinic Fitness centre
accommodation and pool
nature reserves
Coffs Harbour
The University is part of an education precinct in Coffs
Harbour, co-located with TAFE NSW and the Coffs
Harbour Innovation Hub.
A multi-million-dollar Health Sciences Building opened on
campus in 2019, with state-of-the-art teaching facilities for
our health science students. The campus includes a fitness
centre, extensive landscaped grounds and close proximity
to beaches and the growing regional centre of Coffs
Harbour. The University’s National Marine Science Centre is
located in nearby Charlesworth Bay.
Coastal tourist
destination
Close to the
Solitary Islands National Marine On-campus Fitness centre
Marine Park Science Centre accommodation
Online
Online learning, the Southern Cross way, is a dynamic
and interactive environment where you can access
pre-recorded and live lectures and events, online study
materials and interact with your peers and lecturers.
Online learning provides access to the quality of
a Southern Cross University education with the
convenience of studying where and when it suits
you best.
7,000+ online
students
Learn anywhere, Connected student Use campus
anytime community facilities Connected and
convenient
study
Quick Course Guide 17Course guide
ATAR Location Duration Starts Professional
accreditation
Arts and Humanities
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 3FT/6PT February, June
MAJORS in: online
• History
• Creative Writing
• Cultural Studies
• Digital Media
• Politics and International Relations
+ Shared majors available
Diploma of Arts and Social Sciences 45 Gold Coast, Lismore, 1FT/2PT February, June
online
Business
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business and Enterprise 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 3FT/6PT February, June,
MAJORS in: online
• Aviation management Please note not all
• Business analytics majors are available
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation at all locations. Check
• Tourism Management the website for
+ Shared majors available details.
Bachelor of Business and Enterprise 60 Gold Coast, online 3FT/6PT February, June,
(Accounting) November
Bachelor of Business and Enterprise 60 Gold Coast, online 3FT/6PT February, June,
(Financial Services) November
Bachelor of Business and Enterprise, 60 Lismore, online 4FT/8PT February, June,
Bachelor of Arts November
(November start online
only)
Diploma of Business 45 Gold Coast, online 1FT/2PT February, June,
November
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Business Gold Coast 0.5FT/1PT February, June,
Also available in online accelerated mode November
Graduate Certificate in Project Online accelerated 8moPT January, March, April, AIPM
Management July, September,
November
Graduate Diploma in Accounting Gold Coast, online 1FT/2PT February, June,
November
Graduate Diploma in Project Online accelerated 16moPT January, March, April, AIPM
Management July, September,
November
Master of Business Administration Gold Coast 2FT/4PT February, June,
Also available in online accelerated mode November
Master of International Tourism Gold Coast 2FT/4PT February, June,
and Hotel Management, Master of November
Business Administration
Master of Professional Accounting Gold Coast, online 2FT/4PT February, June, CPA Australia
November CA ANZ
Master of Project Management Online accelerated 2PT January, March, April, AIPM
July, September,
November
18 Quick Course GuideATAR Location Duration Starts Professional
accreditation
Education
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts/ 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 4FT/8PT February, June NESA
Bachelor of Education (Primary) Coffs Harbour, online QCT
AITSL
Bachelor of Arts/ 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 4FT/8PT February, June NESA
Bachelor of Education (Primary/Early Coffs Harbour, online QCT
Childhood) AITSL
ACEQA
Bachelor of Arts/ 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 4FT/8PT February, June NESA
Bachelor of Education (Primary/ Coffs Harbour, online QCT
Secondary) AITSL
Bachelor of Arts/ 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 4FT/8PT February, June NESA
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Coffs Harbour, online QCT
AITSL
Bachelor of Technology Education/ 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 4FT/8PT February NESA
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Coffs Harbour, online QCT
AITSL
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Educational Online accelerated 8moPT January, March,
Wellbeing April, July,
September,
November
Graduate Certificate in Educational Online accelerated 8moPT January, March,
Inclusion and Diversity April, July,
September,
November
Graduate Diploma in Education Online 1FT/2PT February, June ACEQA
(Early Education)
Master of Education Online accelerated 16moPT January, March,
April, July,
September,
November
Master of Teaching Online 2FT/4PT February NESA, AITSL
Doctor of Education Gold Coast, online 6PT February, June
Engineering
Undergraduate
Diploma of Civil Construction n/a Online 2PT February, June,
Engineering and Management November
Associate Degree of Civil Construction n/a Online 4PT February, June,
Engineering and Management November
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) 70 Lismore, online 4FT/8PT February, June EA
(Civil Engineering)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) 70 Lismore, online 4FT/8PT February, June EA
(Coastal Systems Engineering)
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) 70 Lismore, online 4FT/8PT February, June EA
(Mechanical Engineering)
Postgraduate
Master of Engineering Management Online accelerated 16moPT January, March,
April, July,
September,
November
Master of Engineering Management, Gold Coast 2FT/4PT February, June,
Master of Business Administration November
Quick Course Guide 19ATAR Location Duration Starts Professional
accreditation
Health
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Biomedical Science 60 Gold Coast 3FT/6PT February, June,
November
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences 60 Gold Coast, Lismore 3FT/6PT February, June, OBA
(Osteopathic Studies) November
Bachelor of Midwifery 80 Gold Coast, Coffs 3FT/6PT February, June, NMBA
Harbour November
Bachelor of Nursing 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 3FT/6PT February, June, ANMAC
Coffs Harbour November
Bachelor of Nursing (for Enrolled n/a Gold Coast, Lismore, 2FT/4PT February ANMAC
Nurses) Coffs Harbour
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy 60 Gold Coast, Coffs 4FT/8PT February, June, OTA
Optional MAJOR in: Harbour November OTC
• Indigenous Health
Bachelor of Pedorthics 65 Gold Coast 3FT/6PT February, June, PAA
November
Bachelor of Podiatry 65 Gold Coast 4FT/8PT February, June, ANZPAC
November
Bachelor of Podiatry, Bachelor of 65 Gold Coast 4FT/8PT February, June, PAA
Pedorthics November ANZPAC
Bachelor of Psychological Science 65 Gold Coast, Coffs 3FT/6PT February, June, APAC
+ Shared majors available Harbour, online November
Bachelor of Speech Pathology 75 Gold Coast, Coffs 4FT/8PT February, June, SPA
Optional MAJOR in: Harbour November
• Indigenous Health
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 3FT/6PT February, June ESSA
Science Coffs Harbour FA
MAJORS in: ASCA
• Exercise Science
• Education
• Nutrition Studies
Bachelor of Exercise Science and 65 Gold Coast, Lismore, 4FT/8PT February, June, APAC
Psychological Science Coffs Harbour November
Diploma of Health 45 Gold Coast, Coffs 1FT/2PT February
Harbour, online
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Australian Gold Coast 15weeksFT January, April, July
Nursing (EPIQ)
Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Online 8moPT March
Education and Management
Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Online accelerated 8moPT January, March, April,
Leadership July, September,
November
Graduate Certificate in Intellectual and Online 8moPT March
Developmental Disabilities
Graduate Certificate in Primary Health Online 8moPT March
Care Nursing
Graduate Diploma of Intellectual and Online 16mo PT March
Developmental Disabilities
Graduate Diploma of Mental Health Online accelerated 16moPT January, March, April,
July, September,
November
20 Quick Course GuideATAR Location Duration Starts Professional
accreditation
Health continued
Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma of Mental Online accelerated 16moPT January, March, April,
Health Nursing July, September,
November
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology Gold Coast, Lismore 1.5FT/3PT February, June ESSA
Master of Healthcare Leadership Online accelerated 2PT January, March, April,
July, September,
November
Master of Mental Health Online accelerated 2PT January, March, April,
July, September,
November
Master of Mental Health Nursing Online accelerated 2PT January, March, April,
July, September,
November
Master of Osteopathic Medicine Gold Coast, Lismore 1.5FT/3PT February OBA
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Online accelerated 32weeksPT January, March, April,
Naturopathic Medicine July, September,
November
Master of Advanced Naturopathic Online 1.5PT January
Medicine
Graduate Certificate in Organic Online accelerated 32weeksPT January, March, April,
Food and Nutrition July, September,
November
Information Technology
Undergraduate
Associate Degree of Information 55 Online 2FT/4PT February, June,
Technology November
Bachelor of Information Technology 60 Gold Coast, Coomera, 3FT/6PT February, June,
MAJORS in: online November
• Business Analytics
• Networks and Cybersecurity
• Software Development
• User Experience
Postgraduate
Master of Information Technology Gold Coast 2FT/4PT February, June,
November
Graduate Certificate in Information Online accelerated 16moPT January, March, April,
Technology Management July, September,
November
Graduate Diploma in Information Online accelerated 16moPT January, March, April,
Technology Management July, September,
November
Master of Information Technology Online accelerated 2PT January, March, April,
Management July, September,
November
Quick Course Guide 21ATAR Location Duration Starts Professional
accreditation
Indigenous Knowledge
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge 60 Lismore, online 3FT/6PT February
Postgraduate
Doctor of Indigenous Philosophies Lismore, online 3FT/6PT February, June
Law
Undergraduate
Associate Degree in Law 55 Gold Coast, Lismore, 2FT/4PT February, June, NSW Fair
(Paralegal Studies) online November Trading
MAJORS in: (November start online only) (Conveyancing
major)
Optional MAJOR in:
• Conveyancing
Bachelor of Laws 80 Gold Coast, Lismore, 3FT/6PT February, June,
(Graduate Entry) online November
(November start online only)
Bachelor of Laws 80 Gold Coast, Lismore, 3FT/6PT February, June,
(Undergraduate Entry) online November
(November start online only)
Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 3FT/6PT February, June, NSW Fair
MAJORS in: online November Trading
(November start online only) (Conveyancing
• Conveyancing major)
Double degrees in Law
Bachelor of Arts, 80 Gold Coast, Lismore, 5FT/10PT February, June,
Bachelor of Laws online November
(November start online only)
Bachelor of Business, 80 Gold Coast, Lismore, 5FT/10PT February, June,
Bachelor of Laws online November
(November start online only)
Bachelor of Legal and Justice Studies, 80 Gold Coast, Lismore, 5FT/10PT February, June,
Bachelor of Laws online November
(November start online only)
Bachelor of Psychological Science, 80 Gold Coast, Lismore, 5FT/10PT February, June,
Bachelor of Laws online November
(November start online only,
Coffs Harbour start February
only)
Bachelor of Social Science, Bachelor 80 Gold Coast, Lismore, 5FT/10PT February, June,
of Laws online November
(November start online only)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise 80 Gold Coast, Lismore 5FT/10PT February, June
Science, Bachelor of Laws
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Business Law Online accelerated 8moPT January, March, April,
July, September,
November
Master of Business Law Online accelerated 16moPT January, March, April,
July, September,
November
Master of Laws Online accelerated 16moPT January, March, April,
(Business Law) July, September,
November
22 Quick Course GuideATAR Location Duration Starts Professional
accreditation
Music and Creative Arts
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Art and Design n/a Lismore 3FT/6PT February
Bachelor of Contemporary Music 60 Lismore, Coomera 3FT/6PT February, June
(June start Lismore only)
Bachelor of Digital Media 60 Lismore, Coomera, 3FT/6PT February, June
(June start Lismore only)
online
Associate Degree of Creative Writing 55 Lismore, online 2FT/4PT February, June
Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma of Creative Writing n/a Online 2PT February, June
Science and Environment
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science 60 Lismore, online 3FT/6PT February, June EIANZ
MAJORS in:
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Mathematics
+ Shared majors available
Bachelor of Science (Marine Systems) 60 National Marine 3FT/6PT February, June
Science Centre Coffs
Harbour, Lismore,
online
Bachelor of Science (Earth and 60 Lismore, online 3FT/6PT February, June EIANZ
Environmental Systems)
Bachelor of Science (Forest Systems) 60 Lismore, online 4FT/8PT February, June IFA
Bachelor of Science 60 Lismore, online 3FT/6PT February, June
(Regenerative Agriculture)
Diploma of Science 45 Lismore, online 1FT/2PT February
Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma of Forest Science Lismore 1FT/2PT February, June
and Management
Master of Forest Science and Lismore 2FT/4PT February, June
Management
Master of Marine Science and National Marine 2FT/4PT February, June
Management Science Centre
Coffs Harbour
Social Work and Community Welfare
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Social Science 60 Gold Coast, online 3FT/6PT February, June
+ Shared majors available
Bachelor of Community Welfare 60 Gold Coast, Coffs 3FT/6PT February, June ACWA
Harbour, online
Bachelor of Social Work 60 Gold Coast, Lismore, 4FT/8PT February, June
online
Postgraduate
Master of Social Work (Professional Gold Coast, online 2FT/4PT February, November AASW
(November start online only)
Qualifying)
Quick Course Guide 23ATAR Location Duration Starts Professional
accreditation
Tourism
Undergraduate
Diploma of Hotel Management n/a The Hotel School 1FT/2PT February, June,
Sydney, Melbourne November
and Brisbane
Bachelor of Business and Enterprise 60 Gold Coast, online 3FT/6PT February, June,
MAJOR in: November
• Tourism Management
+ Shared majors available
Bachelor of Business in Hotel n/a The Hotel School 3FT/6PT February, June,
Management Sydney, Melbourne November
and Brisbane
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in International n/a Gold Coast, online 0.5FT/1PT February, June,
Tourism and Hotel Management November
Graduate Certificate of Business in n/a The Hotel School 0.5FT/1PT February, June,
Global Hotel Leadership Sydney, Melbourne November
and Brisbane
Graduate Diploma in International n/a Gold Coast, online 1FT/2PT February, June,
Tourism and Hotel Management November
Graduate Diploma of Business in n/a The Hotel School 1FT/2PT February, June,
Global Hotel Leadership Sydney, Melbourne November
and Brisbane
Master of International Tourism and n/a Gold Coast, online 2FT/4PT February, June,
Hotel Management (also available as a November
double degree with MBA, see Business)
Master of Business in Global Hotel n/a The Hotel School 2FT February, June,
Leadership Sydney, Melbourne November
and Brisbane
International Hotel and Tourism n/a The Hotel School 2FT February, June,
Management Program Sydney, Melbourne November
and Brisbane
The Hotel School
The Hotel School is a unique partnership between
Southern Cross University and Mulpha Australia, a
global hotel investment group. With campuses in the cen-
tres of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, the Hotel School is
perfectly located not only for study but also for internships
in leading leisure and hospitality businesses.
Southern Cross was the first university in Australia to offer a
degree in tourism and is consistently ranked among the
world’s best tourism and hospitality schools, most recently
rated number 34 in the Academic Rankings of World Universities.
The Hotel School offers Diploma, Bachelor and
postgraduate studies in tourism and hotel management,
with extended Work Integrated Learning and placements.
24 Quick Course GuideDesign your own degree
with a shared major
Want to study Arts, but also passionate about helping
to solve global environmental challenges? Or perhaps
you’re interested in tourism but also in digital media?
Depending on which course you are enrolled in, you may
be able to combine more of your interests by choosing a
shared major from a wide range of disciplines across the
University. A shared major is the equivalent of eight units
or one year’s full-time study.
You can study a shared major with the
following degrees:
• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Business and Enterprise
• Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Social Science
Choose from these shared majors:
• Art and Design • History
• Aviation Management • Indigenous Knowledge
• Biomedical Science • Law and Justice
• Business and Data Analytics • Organisational Management
• Communication and Cultural Studies • Politics and International Relations
• Contemporary Music • Psychology
• Creative Writing • Regenerative Agriculture
• Cultural Studies • Sustainability
• Digital Media • Tourism Management
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Environmental Solutions
* University approval pending
Key to professional bodies:
AASW Australian Association of APAC Australian Psychology Australia QCT Queensland College of
Social Workers Accreditation Council Teachers
FA Fitness Australia
ACECQA Australian Children’s ASCA Australian Strength and SPA Speech Pathology Australia
Education and Care Quality Conditioning Association IFA Institute of Foresters of Australia
Authority PAA Pedorthic Association of
ASIC Australian Securities & IPA Institute of Public Accountants Australia
ACWA Australian Community Investments Commission NESA NSW Education Standards
Workers Association Authority
CA ANZ Chartered Accountants
AITSL Australian Institute for Australia and New Zealand NMBA Nursing and Midwifery Board
Teaching and School Leadership of Australia
EA Engineers Australia
ANMAC Australian Nursing and OBA Osteopathy Board of Australia
Midwifery Accreditation Council EIANZ Environment Institute of
Australia and New Zealand OTA Occupational Therapy Australia
ANZPAC Australian and New
Zealand Podiatry ESSA Exercise and Sport Science OTC Occupational Therapy Council
Published by Southern Cross University December 2020. The information in this brochure was accurate at the time it was published and is to be used
as a guide only. Southern Cross University reserves the right to alter, amend or delete details of course offerings and other information published in the
brochure at any stage. To the extent permitted at law, the University excludes all liability (including all losses, damages, costs and expenses of whatever
nature) arising from the use of, or reliance on, any of the information contained in this brochure. Information in this brochure refers to Australian domestic
students only. International students should refer to the University website: scu.edu.au/international
Quick Course Guide 25See the world while you study
Never mind gap-year backpacking, you can have meaningful
travel experiences all over the world while you study. It
might even count towards your degree.
From Sweden to Indonesia, Southern Cross has partnership
agreements with dozens of universities abroad for a session-
long exchange.
Most courses offer short-term programs or study tours
abroad – some even have generous scholarships to pay for
your travel and living expenses. Studying overseas provides
you with amazing opportunities to expand your unit choice,
travel, meet new friends and form global networks.
If your course includes an internship, consider an overseas
placement – the experience of living and working in another
country is invaluable in a global career market.
scu.edu.au/current-students/global-experience/
Take a virtual tour
See our campuses as never
before
From the Gold Coast through to Lismore, Coffs Harbour and
even the National Marine Science Centre, you can take an
immersive 3-D tour of our main campuses.
Embedded in each tour are videos and extra information
about the amazing facilities at each location.
scu.edu.au/study-at-scu/why-scu/locations/
26 Quick Course GuideWhere to next?
If you are an undergraduate
Step 1. Choose a course
Step 2. Check the course requirements on scu.edu.au
Step 3. Talk to a student adviser if you need more information on 1800 626 481
Step 4. Apply!
To apply as a school leaver with an ATAR, go to uac.edu.au or qtac.edu.au
To apply as a non-school leaver or for online study, apply directly to the University.
scu.edu.au/howtoapply
Don’t forget to consider the
STAR early offer program!
This is a direct offer to Year 12 students based on
recommendation by the Principal of a Southern
Cross University partner school.
scu.edu.au/star
If you are a postgraduate
Apply for postgraduate coursework degrees online directly to the University at
scu.edu.au/howtoapply
Please see our Higher Degrees by Research (HDR) guide for more information about HDR degrees.
All applications for HDR are made via the Southern Cross University Graduate School. Southern Cross
offers Masters by Thesis, Professional Doctorates and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) awards.
scu.edu.au/graduateschool
Quick Course Guide 27Contact us and find
out more,
All course enquiries scuonline
T: 1800 626 481 southerncrossuniversity
E: futurestudent@scu.edu.au southerncrossuni
scu.edu.au/futurestudents uniscu
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