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Welcome to Victoria University Sydney. As an international student, we
Victoria University (VU) is a world- understand that studying overseas is
class institution, ranking in the top 2% one of the most important decisions
of universities worldwide by the Times you will make in life. This guide will
Higher Education World University introduce you to VU and the many
Rankings 2019. With more than 100 academic, personal and professional
years of history as an education opportunities available to you, so that
provider, we are proud to teach you can feel confident in your decision.
40,000 students, including more than I look forward to welcoming you to VU
2,000 international students at our and to Australia.
Sydney campus.
Thank you for choosing VU.
At VU, we are committed to ensuring
you develop the practical skills and
knowledge to succeed at university and
Professor Peter Dawkins (AO)
in your career. You will have access
to exceptional academic teaching
staff and a variety of support services,
including career and employment
advice, as well as financial, housing Vice-Chancellor and President
and counselling assistance, to ensure Victoria University
you have a rewarding and enriching
experience with us.
It is with great anticipation that I VU inherently has one of the most
welcome you to VU Sydney. Located in diverse domestic and international
the heart of the central business district, student populations in Australia, and we
the Sydney campus offers you all the hope that you find yourself immersed in
benefits of VU’s progressive approach a global community of scholars. We will
to education in a highly supportive, encourage and support you to achieve
inclusive learning environment. high academic goals, in preparation for
a long and successful career.
As a VU Sydney student, you will be
able to take full advantage of all that On behalf of VU Sydney, thank you
the University has to offer. You will for studying with us. I look forward to
be supported by a team of highly meeting you soon.
qualified and experienced academics
as well an energetic team of student
services, student support and student
Felicity Orme
administration staff.
Campus Director and Principal
VU Sydney
CONTENTS
2 WELCOME 12 OUR COURSES
4 STUDY AT VU SYDNEY 24 ECA WORK EXPERIENCE
6 MOVING TO SYDNEY 25 ENGLISH PATHWAYS
8 ACADEMIC SUPPORT 26 HOW TO APPLY LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
10 GRADUATE SUPPORT facebook.com/vusydney.
australia
OUR COURSES
14 16 17 19
BACHELOR OF BACHELOR OF BUSINESS BACHELOR OF BUSINESS GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN
INFORMATION (ACCOUNTING MAJOR) (INFORMATION SYSTEMS BUSINESS (ENTERPRISE
TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT MAJOR) RESOURCE PLANNING
SYSTEMS)
20 21 22 23
GRADUATE DIPLOMA MASTER OF BUSINESS MASTER OF BUSINESS MASTER OF APPLIED
IN PROFESSIONAL (ACCOUNTING) (ENTERPRISE RESOURCE INFORMATION
ACCOUNTING PLANNING SYSTEMS) TECHNOLOGY
VU Sydney’s partnership with the Education Centre of Australia (ECA) – dating back more than a
decade – offers internationally recognised and industry relevant courses to international students from
a modern and accessible Sydney campus. With great places to study, relax or seek advice from our
supportive staff, we encourage you to take advantage of all VU Sydney has to offer.
CAMPUS LOCATION ARRIVAL ORIENTATION
VU Sydney is located in the central When you arrive in Sydney, our support Each trimester we conduct mandatory
business district (CBD). You can view our staff will give you all the information orientation sessions one week before
location on the map on the following you need to find your way around the start of classes for all new students.
page. The blue area indicates Sydney campus and the city. Whether it is These orientation sessions are designed
Harbour, one of the most beautiful catching a bus, finding your classroom, to help you settle into VU Sydney,
natural harbours in the world. There are knowing where to eat or how to find adjust to a new learning and living
a range of public transport options in accommodation, we are here to help. environment, and make new friends. As
the CBD and near our campus, including part of our orientation program, you will
Town Hall Station (train) which is less learn about the campus and its facilities,
than a 10 minute walk from VU Sydney. meet your teachers and classmates, and
enrol in your units of study.
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of universities worldwide a world-class education enrolled students
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019 in a world-class city at VU Sydney
INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
STUDENT SUPPORT At VU Sydney, we are proud of our
As a VU Sydney student, you have cultural diversity and encourage all
access to student support offered by the students and staff to get involved
University as well as services offered in social activities throughout each
by ECA. trimester. This helps to foster friendships
and assist your English language
Services and support include: development while gaining a better
• orientation understanding of Australian culture.
Join the VU Sydney Facebook page to
• academic support and study skills find out more about our regular student
• academic administration services social events programs.
• graduation services These events include:
• counselling • surfing and camping trips
• student complaints resolution • zoo, museum and gallery excursions
• social events and activities. • regional excursions
vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/campus-facilities- • social outings
services • barbecues.
STUDENT WELFARE
facebook.com/vusydney.australia
Our dedicated student welfare officer
can assist you as an advocate, mediator
or supporting person with any issues you
may encounter during your studies.
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MOVING TO SYDNEY
Australia is located in the Southern Hemisphere, and is the sixth-largest country in the world.
Renowned for its world-class education system, Australia – including the city of Sydney – is a
top-ranked study destination for international students, ranking in the world’s top 10 best student
cities according to the 2018 QS Best Student Cities ranking.
LIFE IN SYDNEY COST OF LIVING HEALTH INSURANCE
A melting pot of cultures, cuisines and While Sydney may sometimes seem Before you can apply for a student
international events, Sydney prides itself expensive, remember that you are living visa, you must arrange Overseas
on being a multicultural metropolis. in one of the best cities in the world. Student Health Cover (OSHC) for your
Besides its culturally diverse reputation, Costs will vary by location, and by your stay in Australia. OSHC applies to
Sydney is famed for its spectacular lifestyle. With a student card, you will be eligible medical and hospital expenses,
harbour and beaches; internationally eligible for concession prices to events, depending on your level of cover. At
renowned sights such as the Sydney cinemas, museums and more. VU, Allianz Global Assistance is the
Opera House and Sydney Harbour preferred OSHC provider. We negotiate
Bridge; world-class restaurants; and EVIDENCE OF special rates and extra bonuses for VU
bustling nightlife. As a student at VU FINANCIAL CAPACITY students. There are even Allianz services
Sydney, you will never be short of things on-campus to help you make claims and
to see and do between classes. As a condition of your student visa, you extend your cover. Policies for Allianz
must have enough money to pay your OSHC start at A$559 for a single adult
THE STATE OF NEW course fees, and travel and living costs, for 12 months.
for you and any accompanying family
SOUTH WALES members while you are in Australia. vu.edu.au/health-cover
Living in Sydney means you have easy You might need to provide evidence of
access to excellent tourist experiences, your financial capacity with your visa
including the picturesque Blue Mountains application. From 1 February 2018, the
and Hunter Valley. Whether you enjoy 12-month minimum living cost set by the
exploring mountains, visiting beaches, Australia Government is:
bushwalking or whale watching, New
• student or guardian – A$20,290
South Wales (NSW) has a lot to offer.
• accompanying partner or spouse –
A$7,100
• accompanying child – A$3,040.
homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/visa-1/500-
?modal=/visas/supporting/Pages/500/
twelve-months-funds-option.aspx
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NSW is home to more international
Australia ranks in the top 3 best students than any other state, with
higher education systems in the world 286,606 enrolments in July 2018
QS Higher Education System Strength Rankings 2018
ACCOMMODATION TRANSPORT SCHOOLING FOR
Finding the right accommodation is Sydney has an excellent public transport YOUR CHILDREN
one of the most important factors to system, making it easy and affordable If you have children aged between
consider once you have made the for you to reach the campus and travel 6 and 17 accompanying you to
decision to study and live overseas. You around the city. The public transport Australia, they must by law attend
will need to be mindful of how much system includes trains, buses, taxis and a school. Allow schooling costs of at least
your accommodation costs, how far it is quality bicycle network. A$8,000 per year for each child.
from the campus and other areas, and
whether there are adequate services WORKING AND GENUINE TEMPORARY
nearby, such as supermarkets and STUDYING ENTRANT
health services.
An Australian student visa (subclass 500) The genuine temporary entrant (GTE)
Housing options in Sydney include: allows you to work in Australia for up requirement is an integrity measure to
• share house – your own room in a to 40 hours each fortnight (two weeks) ensure that the student visa program
shared household during your study term, once your course is used as intended and not as a way
has commenced. You can also work for international students to maintain
• vacant properties – houses, units unlimited hours when your course is not ongoing residency in Australia. Student
and apartments. in session (i.e. during trimester breaks). visa applicants should provide evidence
Work that is formally registered as a of meeting the GTE requirement in their
vu.edu.au/sydney/accommodation
requirement of your course, such as application form. This must include a
2STAY work placements, is not included in the statement in response to the question
40 hours per fortnight limit, nor is some in the form and/or documentation to
ECA’s preferred accommodation voluntary or unpaid work. support claims made in the statement
provider, 2Stay, offers excellent shared such as evidence of employment or a
housing and can pick you up from the homeaffairs.gov.au
copy of educational qualifications.
airport when you first arrive.
homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/stud/more/
2stay.com.au genuine-temporary-entrant
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT
VU Sydney provides academic support throughout your studies to equip you with the skills,
knowledge and confidence to succeed at university. From group workshops to individual support,
VU Sydney is with you every step of the way.
WORKSHOPS Topics addressed in our academic PEER TUTORING
workshops include:
VU Sydney delivers a suite of workshops VU Sydney employs student tutors who
throughout the trimester. These • referencing skills have achieved high grades to help
workshops are designed to help you • submitting assessments you if you are having difficulties with
transition to a new learning environment a subject. Tutors conduct sessions for
and will equip you with the knowledge • exam techniques individuals and groups. Many students
and skills to thrive in your studies. • critical thinking. have achieved excellent grades after
working with a tutor. The tutor list is
Workshops are advertised around widely available around campus and
campus and on social media, and students can contact tutors directly. The
we encourage you to request a tutor service is free for all students.
specific workshop on areas related
to your studies.
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COURSE ADVICE LANGUAGE ASSISTANCE STUDENT FEEDBACK
Our course coordinators can help you When you first arrive in Australia, During your studies, you might be asked
with a range of enquiries, including your English language skills may not to complete a Student Satisfaction
advanced standing, unit selection and be perfect. We are here to help you Survey. This confidential survey helps
course progression. They can also issue become fluent in a language that is us to evaluate the overall student
you with a study plan that will map out spoken all over the world. You will experience, including the services and
your enrolment to course completion. have access to workshops, coaching facilities we provide, so that we can
To arrange an appointment with your and tutoring to help you improve your make improvements.
course coordinator, visit Reception English language proficiency.
In addition to the Student Satisfaction
on Level 1. You can find your course
Survey, each trimester we ask students
coordinator details below: CAREER EVENTS
to complete a Student Evaluation of
vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/contact-vu-sydney We run an exciting program of career- Teaching/Student Evaluation of Unit
related activities throughout the year, survey. This survey is confidential and all
INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT including hosting industry guest speakers student feedback is valued as it enables
and professional workshops. Students us to make improvements to our courses
If you have concerns about an
are encouraged to participate in these and the way they are delivered. You
assessment or content being covered
events to gain the most from their can also provide feedback on your
in a unit, our learning support advisers
experience at VU Sydney. Academic academic experience at any time to:
can assist.
achievement is regularly celebrated,
and we take great pride in our students’
principal@vu.edu.au
achievements.
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VU Sydney students are provided with a diverse range of opportunities offered by ECA to
prepare them for life after graduation.
CAREER WORKSHOPS WORK EXPERIENCE
ECA offers career-related workshops VU Sydney graduates can participate in
to help graduating students enter the work experience placements offered by
Australian workforce. ECA. Host companies often look to train
Turn to page 24 for more
candidates for future employment if they
Workshops include: information about ECA work
demonstrate employable qualities while
experience placements.
• job search techniques on work experience.
• resumé and cover letter writing The advantages of work
• interview preparation and training, experience include:
including mock interviews • observation, learning and training
• English language development. opportunities
• exposure to Australia’s professional
culture
• access to mentoring opportunities
• a competitive edge in job applications
(for example, employers are interested
in experience as well as qualifications)
• enhanced employment prospects.
11OUR COURSES
UNDERGRADUATE MASTER’S DEGREES ENGLISH LANGUAGE
DEGREES (COURSEWORK) REQUIREMENTS
For the opportunity to enrol in an Academic requirements for master’s All VU courses require a specific level
undergraduate degree you need to degrees are an undergraduate degree of English language proficiency to
have a secondary school qualification comparable to an Australian bachelor ensure that you will be successful in your
equivalent to an Australian Year 12 degree or graduate diploma. studies. You need to provide evidence
qualification. that you have completed an approved
ACADEMIC ENTRY English language test and achieved the
GRADUATE DIPLOMAS REQUIREMENTS result described in the individual courses
on the following link:
To gain entry into a graduate diploma, Find out if you meet the minimum
you will need to have successfully academic (international qualification) vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-
completed a degree equivalent to entry requirements by reviewing the sydney
an Australian undergraduate degree requirements listed by country:
or higher.
vu.edu.au/entry-international
12ARTICULATION AND FEES ASSESSMENT METHODS
PATHWAYS To accept your offer into your VU Like every university, we assess our
You could be eligible to receive credit course(s), you will have to pay a fee students and give them a result for each
(advanced standing) for previous deposit that covers tuition fees and unit of study. We assess by the following
study. Or, if you do not meet the Overseas Student Health Cover, and methods:
requirements for the course you want, you also need to sign your International
• tests and examinations
you may be eligible to commence your Student Written Agreement. Indicative
studies at a different level in a related course fees will be detailed in your • exercises
field and progress to your course agreement. Subsequent tuition fees will
• essays and assignments
of choice. For example, successful be charged one trimester at a time and
completion of a diploma or advanced will be payable upon commencement • presentations
diploma with ECA Graduate Institute of your next trimester. We recommend
• practical reports
will enable you to gain entry into confirming these fees prior to enrolling
the second year of formalised VU in your course, where possible. Fees • individual and group projects.
undergraduate pathway programs. will vary by course and are subject to
change. Note that annual price rises will You can be sure that the work you do
will go towards your assessment and
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR be applied to both commencing (new)
ultimate success.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE and continuing students.
STUDIES vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/study-enrolment/ ACADEMIC CALENDAR
re-enrolling-in-vu-sydney-courses
If you have completed a qualification For trimester dates, holidays, enrolment
where English was the primary language information and current timetables visit:
of instruction, you may be eligible for an
REFUND POLICY
English language exemption. Check our If special or exceptional circumstances vu.edu.au/vu-sydney
guide to English language requirements prevent you from continuing your
to find out if you qualify: studies, you may be eligible for a full or
partial refund. If you need to discontinue
vu.edu.au/sites/default/files/ your course and seek a refund, you must
international-english-language- supply documentary evidence in support
requirements.pdf of your application.
VU reserves the right to ask for English Applicants must be 18 years of
vu.edu.au/international-refunds
language proficiency test results on a age or above for entry into VU
case-by-case basis (to be determined bachelor degrees, graduate
by a VU admissions officer). Students diplomas and master’s degrees at
who do not meet the English language VU Sydney.
requirements may choose to undertake
an intensive English course at ECA’s
English Language School in Sydney.
elsis.edu.au
13UNDERGRADUATE
2019 intakes
March, July and November Bachelor of Information Technology
Code: NBIT | CRICOS: 093390M
Duration
6 trimesters of study Become a specialist in your field in this vast industry, and
choose your own job pathway that aligns with your passion
2019 fees
A$2,600 per unit and strengths.
(24 units required for course completion)
The Bachelor of Information Technology is Graduate outcomes
a six trimester course with a personalised
learning experience. We focus on areas of This course will prepare you for a career
high job demand such as web/mobile app as a software analyst, web designer, web
development and information computer application developer, mobile application
Admission requirements technology (ICT) management. developer, data centre administrator, systems
administrator, security consultant, database
English language requirements Our learning facilities include the latest administrator, webmaster, business analyst,
technology - Cisco routers and switches, data analyst or project manager.
You must provide evidence that you have
Amazon cloud servers, and virtualisation
completed an approved English language As an IT professional, you could gain
(Hyper-V) infrastructure.
test, and achieved the result as described employment in a range of sectors including
below: Graduate with the technical, analytical, IT, government, banking and finance, retail,
managerial, leadership and interpersonal education, health, media, logistics and
• IELTS Academic Module: overall score of
skills required for success in the IT industry manufacturing.
6.0 (no individual band below 6.0)
by gaining:
• T OEFL internet based test: 67 (overall score) Units and Electives
• knowledge across a wide range of IT
(section score no less than Listening 12, To attain the Bachelor of Information
applications
Speaking 18, Reading 15, Writing 21) Technology, students will be required to
• hands-on experience with industry- complete 288 credit points (equivalent to 24
• P earson Test of English academic test:
standard equipment units) consisting of:
overall score 50 – 57 (no section less
than 50) • project management experience in many • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) of
sectors including government, finance, common core first year studies
• University of Cambridge – advanced
retail, and manufacturing.
(CAE): overall score of 169 (no individual • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) of
band less than 169) This degree also prepares you for industry major studies (from the list below)
certifications from local and international
• E
nglish Language School in Sydney: companies such as Cisco Certified Network • 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) of
completion of English for Academic Associate (CCNA) and Microsoft Certified graduating core studies
Purposes (EAP) 2 with a B grade. Technology Specialist (MCTS).
• 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) of
Academic requirement minor studies (from the list below).
Entry into an undergraduate course requires Students who successfully complete the
you to have successfully completed: common core units (96 credit points,
equivalent to 8 units) in their first year
• a
secondary school qualification equivalent
of studies have the option to exit the
to an Australian Year 12.
program and graduate with the Diploma of
Your eligibility will be assessed when we Information Technology.
receive your complete application.
Trimester 1 (Core Units) Majors
Industry recognition • Web Development and CMS • Web and Mobile Application
Development
Graduates can attain professional • Introduction to Programming
membership of the Australian Computer • Network and System Computing
• Communication and Information
Society.
Management Minors
• Computer Networks • Software Development
Trimester 2 (Core Units) • Network Management
• Introduction to Database Systems • ICT Management
• Operating Systems
• Introduction to Project Management
• Web Application and Server
Management
142019 course delivery plan
YEAR 1 Core (common units) – 96 credits
NIT1101 Web Development and CMS NIT1201 Introduction to Database Systems
NIT1102 Introduction to Programming NIT1202 Operating Systems
NIT1103 Communication & Information Management NIT1203 Introduction to Project Management
NIT1104 Computer Networks NIT1204 Web Application and Server Management
Major 1: Web and Mobile
Major 2: Network and System Computing
Application Development
NIT2112 Object Oriented Programming NIT2122 Server Administration and Management
NIT2213 Software Engineering NIT2222 Networking Technologies
NIT3112 Advanced Web Application Development NIT3122 Enterprise Network Management
NIT3213 Mobile Application Development NIT3222 Virtualisation in Computing
NIT2113 Cloud Application Development NIT2124 Network Management
NIT2212 Database 2 NIT2223 Mobile & Wireless Networks
NIT3113 Advanced Programming NIT3104 Computer Architecture
NIT3114 Online Business System Development NIT3123 Advanced Networking Technologies
Choose one of two minors Choose one of two minors
Network Management Software Development
NIT2122 Server Administration and Management NIT2112 Object Oriented Programming
NIT2222 Networking Technologies NIT2213 Software Engineering
NIT3122 Enterprise Network Management NIT3112 Advance Web Application Development
NIT3222 Virtualisation in Computing NIT3213 Mobile Application Development
ICT Management ICT Management
NIT2171 Introduction to ICT Management NIT2171 Introduction to ICT Management
NIT2271 ICT Change Management NIT2271 ICT Change Management
NIT3171 ICT Business Analytics and Data Visualisation NIT3171 ICT Business Analytics and Data Visualisation
NIT3274 Small IT Business NIT3274 Small IT Business
Graduating Core – 48 credits
NIT2101 Computer and Internet Security NIT3101 IT Project 1
NIT2201 IT Profession and Ethics NIT3201 IT Project 2
15UNDERGRADUATE
2019 intakes
March, July and November Bachelor of Business
Duration (Accounting major)
6 trimesters of study Code: BBNS-BMAACT | CRICOS: 092820B
2019 fees Graduates with this major can gain employment in
A$2,600 per unit
(24 units required for course completion) accounting practices, medium and large corporations, the
public sector and not-for-profit organisations.
The Bachelor of Business gives you options Units and Electives
to tailor your learning to your specific needs.
Admission requirements All students study a common first year which Students will be required to complete in total
is complemented in second and third years 288 credit points (equivalent to 24 units)
English language requirements by specialisations in either two business consisting of:
disciplines, or a single specialisation and an
You must provide evidence that you have • 96 credit points of core business units
area of study.
completed an approved English language test, (equivalent to 8 units)
and achieved the result as described below: Our hands-on approach to learning, coupled
with teachers who are experts in their • 96 credit points of major studies
• IELTS Academic Module: overall score of field, will give you the advantage and the (equivalent to 8 units)
6.0 (no individual band below 6.0) confidence to get ahead in your career. • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units)
• T OEFL internet based test: 67 (overall score) Graduate outcomes made up of either:
(section score no less than Listening 12,
Speaking 18, Reading 15, Writing 21) This course could lead to a career as an • second major 96 credit points
accountant, business analyst, auditor, (equivalent to 8 units)
• P earson Test of English academic test: financial advisor or taxation consultant.
overall score 50 – 57 (no section less OR
than 50) With an accounting degree, you could gain • 1 discipline minor 48 credit points
employment in Australia and overseas within
• University of Cambridge – advanced (equivalent to 4 units)
accounting practices and corporations, the
(CAE): overall score of 169 (no individual public sector and not-for-profit organisations. AND
band less than 169)
• 1 breadth minor 48 credits points
• E
nglish Language School in Sydney: (equivalent to 4 units).
completion of English for Academic
Purposes (EAP) 2 with a B grade.
Academic requirement
Core Business Units Major Studies*
Entry into an undergraduate course requires
you to have successfully completed: • Accounting for Decision Making Students are required to successfully
complete 96 credit points (eight units
• a
secondary school qualification equivalent • Information Systems for Business of study).
to an Australian Year 12. • Economic Principles • Accounting Information Systems
Your eligibility will be assessed when we • Business Statistics
receive your complete application. • Financial Accounting
• Introduction to Marketing • Management Accounting
• Business Law • Corporate Law
• Management and Organisation • Corporate Accounting
Study Pathways Behaviour
Gain credit (also known as advanced • Corporate Finance
• Integrated Business Challenge
standing) into the Bachelor of Business • Advanced Financial Accounting
(Accounting major) if you have completed
one of the following courses with our • Applied Business Challenge
pathway partner, ECA Graduate Institute:
• Diploma of Accounting: up to two * Majors are subject to student enrolments and unit availability
trimesters of credit
• A
dvanced Diploma of Accounting: up to
three trimesters of credit
• D
iploma of Business: up to two trimesters Industry recognition
of credit
raduates of the Bachelor of Business (Accounting) can
G
• Advanced Diploma of Business: up to apply for entry into CPA Australia as an associate member
three trimesters of credit. when the appropriate sequence of units is completed.
ntry into the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
E
requires the completion of the same sequence of units plus
Taxation Law and Practice and Auditing units.
16UNDERGRADUATE
2019 intakes
March, July and November Bachelor of Business
Duration (Information Systems Management major)
6 trimesters of study Code: BBNS - BMAISM | CRICOS: 092820B
2019 fees Gain the fundamental concepts, knowledge and skills
A$2,600 per unit
(24 units required for course completion) required to forge a successful career in business analytics,
project management, data management or e-business in a
global economy.
This course will prepare you to support Units and Electives
Admission requirements the strategic use of information systems
to facilitate decision-making within an Students will be required to complete in total
English language requirements 288 credit points (equivalent to 24 units)
organisation. Examine information
You must provide evidence that you have systems, modelling, development, digital consisting of:
completed an approved English language test, commerce and management techniques
• 96 credit points of core business units
and achieved the result as described below: and approaches, and apply your learning to
develop and deliver an information systems (equivalent to 8 units)
• IELTS Academic Module: overall score of project. In a fast-paced, dynamic information • 96 credit points of major studies
6.0 (no individual band below 6.0) age, our graduates are equipped with the (equivalent to 8 units)
technical skills and knowledge to develop
• T OEFL internet based test: 67 (overall score)
information systems projects in virtually any • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units)
(section score no less than Listening 12, industry across the globe. made up of either:
Speaking 18, Reading 15, Writing 21)
• P earson Test of English academic test:
Graduate outcomes • second major 96 credit points (equivalent
to 8 units)
overall score 50 – 57 (no section less This course will prepare you for a career
than 50) as a systems analyst, programmer (and OR
designer), applications developer, network
• University of Cambridge – advanced administrator and information systems • 1 discipline minor 48 credit points
(CAE): overall score of 169 (no individual manager. Graduates can work in the ICT (equivalent to 4 units)
band less than 169) sector in a range of business environments, AND
• E
nglish Language School in Sydney: or gain employment in an information
technology firm as a consultant. • 1 breadth minor 48 credits points
completion of English for Academic
Purposes (EAP) 2 with a B grade. (equivalent to 4 units).
Academic requirement
Entry into an undergraduate course requires Core Business Units Major Studies*
you to have successfully completed:
• Accounting for Decision Making Students are required to successfully
• a
secondary school qualification equivalent complete 96 credit points (eight units
to an Australian Year 12. • Information Systems for Business of study).
Your eligibility will be assessed when we • Economic Principles • Business Process Modelling
receive your complete application.
• Business Statistics • Systems Analysis and Design
• Introduction to Marketing • Introduction to Database Systems
• Business Law • Cloud Application Development
Study Pathways
• Management and Organisation • Introduction to ICT Management
Gain credit (also known as advanced Behaviour
standing) into the Bachelor of Business • IT Profession and Ethics
(Information Systems Management major) • Integrated Business Challenge
if you have completed one of the following • Information Systems Project
courses with our pathway partner, ECA • Applied Business Challenge
Graduate Institute:
• Diploma of Accounting: up to two
* Majors are subject to student enrolments and unit availability
trimesters of credit
• A
dvanced Diploma of Accounting: up to
three trimesters of credit
• D
iploma of Business: up to two trimesters
of credit
• Advanced Diploma of Business: up to
three trimesters of credit.
172019 course delivery plan
Core Units 8 Units/ 96 Credits
BAO1101 Accounting for Decision Making BEO1106 Business Statistics
BCO1102 Information Systems for Business BLO1105 Business Law
BEO1105 Economic Principles BMO1102 Management and Organization Behaviour
BHO1171 Introduction to Marketing BPD1100* Integrated Business Challenge
Major 1: Information System Management Major 2: Accounting
BCO2000 Business Process Modelling BAO2000 Accounting Information Systems
BCO2041 Systems Analysis and Design BAO2201 Corporate Finance
NIT1201 Introduction to Database Systems BAO2202 Financial Accounting
NIT2113 Cloud Application Development BAO2203 Corporate Accounting
NIT2171 Introduction to ICT Management BAO2204 Management Accounting
NIT2201 IT Profession and Ethics BLO2205 Corporate Law
BCO3447 Information Systems Project BAO3309 Advanced Financial Accounting*
BPD3100* Applied Business Challenge BPD3100* Applied Business Challenge
Choose one of two minors** Choose one of two minors**
Accounting Information System Management
BAO2000 Accounting Information Systems BCO2000 Business Process Modelling
BAO2202 Financial Accounting BCO2041 System Analysis and Design
BAO2203 Corporate Accounting NIT1201 Introduction to Database Systems
BAO2204 Management Accounting NIT2201 IT Profession and Ethics
Marketing Marketing
BHO2265 Integrated Marketing Communications BHO2265 Integrated Marketing Communications
BHO2285 Marketing Research BHO2285 Marketing Research
BHO2434 Consumer Behaviour BHO2434 Consumer Behaviour
BHO3439 Marketing Services and Experiences BHO3439 Marketing Services and Experiences
Breadth minor BPD2100 and three units from the below
BPD2100* International Business Challenge BAO2000 Accounting Information Systems
BHO2259 Product and Services Innovations BAO3306 Auditing
BHO2265 Integrated Marketing Communications BAO2202 Financial Accounting
BHO2285 Marketing Research BAO2204 Management Accounting
BHO2434 Consumer Behaviour BLO2206 Taxation Law and Practice
BHO3439 Marketing Services and Experiences BCO2000 Business Process Modeling
BMO2002 Strategic Management NIT2271 ICT Change Management
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18POSTGRADUATE
2019 intakes
March, July and November Graduate Diploma in Business
Duration (Enterprise Resource Planning Systems)
2 trimesters of study Code: BGEP | CRICOS: 085240C
2019 fees Learn to support the implementation and maintenance of
A$2,900 per unit
(8 units required for course completion) enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems by applying
analytical techniques and SAP technology to support
information problems.
Admission requirements
VU is one of the world’s leading institutions Units and Electives
English language requirements in ERP systems education as recognised by
industry, SAP and academia. The Graduate Diploma of Business (Enterprise
You must provide evidence that you have Resource Planning Systems) is a 96 credit
completed an approved English language test, Graduate outcomes point (8 unit) course.
and achieved the result as described below:
The Graduate Diploma of Business (Enterprise The degree has 2 main components;
• IELTS Academic Module: overall score of Resource Planning Systems) offers a pathway
6.5 (no individual band below 6.0) to postgraduate ERP studies such as the • 84 credit points of core studies (equivalent
Master of Business (Enterprise Resource to 7 units)
• T OEFL internet based test: 79 (overall score)
(section score no less than Listening 19, Planning Systems). It is designed for those • 12 credit points of elective studies
who already have a base of significant
Speaking 19, Reading 18, Writing 22) (equivalent to 1 elective unit).
relevant professional experience but do not
• P earson Test of English academic test: yet have a postgraduate degree.
overall score 58 – 64 (no section less
than 50)
• University of Cambridge – advanced Trimester 1 Trimester 2
(CAE): overall score of 176 (no individual
band less than 169) • Management of Information • Work and Organisation Systems
Technology
• E
nglish Language School in Sydney: • Business Process Engineering
completion of English for Academic • Information Technology Project
Management • Enterprise Resource Planning
Purposes (EAP) 2 with an A grade. Implementation
Academic requirement • Enterprise Resource Planning Systems
• Elective Unit of Choice
Entry into an undergraduate course requires • Computerised Accounting in an
you to have successfully completed one of the ERP System
following:
• bachelor degree in any discipline
• relevant diploma qualification and a
minimum of 3 years professional experience
• m
inimum of 7 years professional
experience, as assessed by the VU Sydney
Course Coordinator.
Your eligibility will be assessed when we
receive your complete application.
Study Pathways
If you have completed study with another
university or institution and believe
you are eligible to receive credit for
skills and past study, you can apply for
advanced standing.
19POSTGRADUATE
2019 intakes
March, July and November Graduate Diploma in
Duration
2 trimesters of study
Professional Accounting
Code: BGAP | CRICOS: 068697M
2019 fees
A$2,900 per unit This course will provide you with the technical, analytical,
(8 units required for course completion) personal and interpersonal skills that are essential in today’s
global accounting industry.
Admission requirements This eight-unit course provides entry to the Graduate outcomes
accounting profession for non-accounting
English language requirements graduates, and offers a further accounting This course equips you to for a career in
specialisation to business graduates. general accountancy, taxation accountancy
You must provide evidence that you have
and management accountancy.
completed an approved English language test, The Graduate Diploma in Professional
and achieved the result as described below: Accounting is professionally recognised Units and Electives
with accreditation from CPA Australia.
• IELTS Academic Module: overall score of The Graduate Diploma of Professional
Exemptions are available for completed
6.5 (no individual band below 6.0) Accounting is a 96 credit point (8
units in the CPA Foundation Program. Please
contact the course coordinator for details. unit) course.
• T OEFL internet based test: 79 (overall score)
(section score no less than Listening 19,
Speaking 19, Reading 18, Writing 22)
• P earson Test of English academic test:
overall score 58 – 64 (no section less
than 50) Trimester 1 Trimester 2
• University of Cambridge – advanced • Managerial Accounting • Business Finance
(CAE): overall score of 176 (no individual • Accounting Systems and Processes • Financial and Corporate Accounting
band less than 169)
• Business and Company Law • Professional Auditing
• E
nglish Language School in Sydney:
completion of English for Academic • Business Economics • Issues in Contemporary Accounting
Purposes (EAP) 2 with an A grade.
Academic requirement
Entry into an undergraduate course requires
you to have successfully completed:
• a degree equivalent to an Australian
undergraduate (bachelor) degree or higher.
Your eligibility will be assessed when we
receive your complete application.
Study Pathways
If you have completed study with another
university or institution and believe
you are eligible to receive credit for
skills and past study, you can apply for
advanced standing.
Accreditation
This course is professionally recognised with
accreditation from CPA Australia.
20POSTGRADUATE
2019 intakes
March, July and November Master of Business
Duration (Accounting)
4 trimesters of study Code: BMAK | CRICOS: 083037M
2019 fees This globally-recognised accounting degree provides a strong
A$2,900 per unit
(16 units required for course completion) foundation in sustainability and global accounting trends.
You will gain specialist knowledge in Units and Electives
accounting, economics and finance,
Admission requirements and learn the skills to succeed in senior To attain the Master of Business (Accounting),
accounting roles. students will be required to complete 192
English language requirements credits points consisting of:
Graduate outcomes
You must provide evidence that you have • 48 credit points college core units
completed an approved English language test, Gain employment across the private,
and achieved the result as described below: not-for-profit and government sectors as a • 24 credit points business core units
general accountant, taxation accountant or • 84 credit points professional
• IELTS Academic Module: overall score of management accountant.
6.5 (no individual band below 6.0) business units
• T OEFL internet based test: 79 (overall score) • 36 credit points research units.
(section score no less than Listening 19,
Speaking 19, Reading 18, Writing 22)
• P earson Test of English academic test:
overall score 58 – 64 (no section less
than 50)
• University of Cambridge – advanced
(CAE): overall score of 176 (no individual Year 1, Trimester 1 Year 2, Trimester 1
band less than 169)
• Business Economics • Business Finance
• E
nglish Language School in Sydney:
completion of English for Academic • Accounting Systems and Processes • Financial and Corporate Accounting
Purposes (EAP) 2 with an A grade. • Business and Company Law • Professional Auditing
Academic requirement • Marketing Management • 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit)
Entry into this masters degree requires you to elective unit
Year 1, Trimester 2
have successfully completed:
Year 2, Trimester 2
• Managerial Accounting
• a
n undergraduate qualification that is
• Business Ethics and Sustainability
comparable to an Australian bachelor • Work and Organization Systems
degree, or • Issues in Contemporary Accounting
• Australian Income Tax Law and
• a graduate certificate or diploma and Practice • Business Research Project
have a minimum of 3 years professional
experience, as assessed by the course • Business Research Methods • 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit)
coordinator; or elective unit
• a graduate diploma in the field of
accounting.
Your eligibility will be assessed when we
receive your complete application. Accreditation
T his course is accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute
of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
Study Pathways
If you have completed study with another
university or institution and believe you are
eligible to receive credit for skills and past
study, you can apply for advanced standing
with your application.
21POSTGRADUATE
2019 intakes
March, July and November Master of Business
Duration (Enterprise Resource Planning Systems)
4 trimesters of study Code: BMES | CRICOS: 083017D
2019 fees VU offers one of the most comprehensive enterprise resource
A$2,900 per unit
(16 units required for course completion) planning (ERP) and business analytics programs in the world.
This course provides an information systems perspective to
ERP systems, with an emphasis on SAP R/3.
Admission requirements
Develop the computing and business skills Graduate outcomes
English language requirements necessary to support the implementation and
maintenance of ERP systems and gain an Our graduates are highly sought in the
You must provide evidence that you have ERP/SAP industry. You will gain hands-on
understanding of the strategic implications
completed an approved English language test, experience and learn from teachers who are
these systems have on a business.
and achieved the result as described below: experts in their field. This course could lead
You will learn latest SAP solutions which to senior and leadership ICT roles as an ERP
• IELTS Academic Module: overall score of
include: analyst, business software manager or SAP
6.5 (no individual band below 6.0)
business consultant.
• business information warehouse
• T OEFL internet based test: 79 (overall score)
Our graduates have gained employment
(section score no less than Listening 19, • business objects
in some of Australia’s top organisations,
Speaking 19, Reading 18, Writing 22)
• business intelligence including Accenture Australia, Linfox, IBM
• P earson Test of English academic test: and Australia Post.
overall score 58 – 64 (no section less • customer relationship management
than 50)
Units and Electives
• advanced planner and optimiser
The Master of Business (Enterprise Resource
• University of Cambridge – advanced • solution manager Planning Systems) is a 192 credit points (16
(CAE): overall score of 176 (no individual units). The degree has four main components:
band less than 169) • netweaver components.
• 48 credit points (equivalent to 4
• E
nglish Language School in Sydney: Rapidly growing market units) core units of essential business
completion of English for Academic knowledge, particularly for students from
Australia’s ICT industry is globally renowned
Purposes (EAP) 2 with an A grade. a non-related field of study
and competitive, and is a dynamic and
Academic requirement rapidly growing market (Trade Commission).
• 24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units)
Entry into an undergraduate course requires foundation units
you to have successfully completed a: • 84 credit points (equivalent to 7 units)
• a
degree equivalent to an Australian specialisation units including 4 core ERP
undergraduate (bachelor) degree; or units and three functional ERP units
• a graduate certificate or diploma in any • 36 credit points (equivalent to 3 units)
field and a minimum of 3 years relevant based on 2 research options.
professional work experience, as assessed
by the VU Sydney course coordinator.
Your eligibility will be assessed when we
receive your complete application. Year 1, Trimester 1 Year 2, Trimester 1
• Enterprise Resource Planning Systems • Customer Relationship Management
• Work and Organisation Systems • Executive and Mobile Computing
Study Pathways
• Management of Information • Organisation Change Management
If you have completed study with another Technology
university or institution and believe you • 12 credit point postgraduate elective
are eligible to receive credit for skills and • Information Technology Project (1 unit) from any of the university
past study, you can apply for advanced Management postgraduate courses (unit offering is
standing. subject to availability)
On completion of a minimum of four
units, students may exit the Master of Year 2, Trimester 2
Business (Enterprise Resource Planning
Systems) with a Graduate Certificate in • ERP Systems Implementation
Enterprise Resource Planning if they meet
graduation requirements of that course. • The IS Professional
• Business Research Project
Year 1, Trimester 2
• Any elective unit from BMES, NMIT
• Business Process Engineering
or BMAK
• Computerised Accounting in an ERP
System
• Business Research Methods
• Business Analytics
22POSTGRADUATE
2019 intakes
March, July and November Master of Applied Information
Duration Technology
4 trimesters of study Code: NMIT | CRICOS: 083015F
2019 fees Enhance your career prospects and become highly
A$2,900 per unit
(16 units required for course completion) employable with a postgraduate qualification in IT.
The Master of Applied Information Units and Electives
Technology is a flexible course, providing
Admission requirements advanced training in information technology The Master of Applied Information
for students with an IT undergraduate Technology is a 192 credit points (16
English language requirements qualification. units) course.
You must provide evidence that you have Apply your knowledge and skills to The degree consists of IT units, project
completed an approved English language test, real-world problems and scenarios in this management units and research-based units.
and achieved the result as described below: practical course.
Students can choose between a 24 credit
• IELTS Academic Module: overall score of Graduate outcomes points thesis (Thesis 1 and 2), or a 48 credit
6.5 (no individual band below 6.0) points thesis (Thesis 3 and 4).
This course will prepare you for a career
• T OEFL internet based test: 79 (overall score) in ICT training, project management, data
(section score no less than Listening 19, warehousing, IT consultancy, networking
Speaking 19, Reading 18, Writing 22) administration, networking or software
development/engineering.
• P earson Test of English academic test:
overall score 58 – 64 (no section less Graduates are also eligible to undertake
than 50) further study and enter master’s (by research)
and PhD degrees.
• University of Cambridge – advanced
(CAE): overall score of 176 (no individual
band less than 169)
• E
nglish Language School in Sydney:
completion of English for Academic
Year 1, Trimester 1 Year 2, Trimester 1
Purposes (EAP) 2 with an A grade.
• Networking Systems • Advanced Wireless Networking
Academic requirement
• Database Analysis and Design • Mobile Applications
Entry into the program is open to applicants
who have completed a degree equivalent • Principles of Project Management • Introduction to Research
to an Australian undergraduate (bachelor)
degree or a graduate diploma in the • Software Engineering • Thesis 1
following study areas:
Year 1, Trimester 2 Year 2, Trimester 2
• Information Technology
• Cloud Computing • Cyber Security Law, Regulation and
• Computer Science Policy
• Advanced Object Oriented
• Computing Programming • Advanced Project
• Information Systems • Project Management and Information • Data Warehousing and Mining
Technology
• Engineering • Thesis 2
• Information Security
• Business Additional Electives
• Science. • Thesis 3
Your eligibility will be assessed when we
• Thesis 4
receive your complete application.
Study Pathways
If you have completed study with another
university or institution and believe you are
eligible to receive credit for skills and past
study, you can apply for advanced standing
with your application.
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Sydney (ELSIS) with the relevant grades, students will be eligible for direct entry into VU degrees.
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