Why You Should Go Regional For Uni

Whether you’re a city kid looking for a change of pace or already living regionally, there are some massive benefits to studying away from the big cities. Plus, Australia has some insanely good regional unis that specialise in areas a lot of metro unis can’t - such as Southern Cross University:

Smaller universities mean tight-knit communities and better support

People are more connected, less lonely. And when it comes to studying, this equates to smaller classes and campuses. At a city uni you’re always a small fish in a big ocean, but in a regional uni like Southern Cross University you’re way more than just a number. 

They’ve got three main campuses in the Northern Rivers Region, Coffs Harbour and on the Gold Coast and they’re all about incorporating the natural landscape into your learning and your lifestyle. 

They even use the proximity of the beach and bush to allow their students to get plenty of hands-on experience in degrees that focus on things like regenerative agriculture, sustainable tourism, marine science or forest science.

They’ve also got heaps of clubs, societies and sports groups so you can get to know the other students, and an award-winning student support system which means that if you are going regional to attend their uni, you’ll have plenty of help along the way. 

The smaller classes mean you’ll have more individual attention, plus they’ve got a huge emphasis on experiential learning, which means you’ll get plenty of practical experience in your degree so you’re work-ready by the time you graduate.

Young universities do things differently

The great thing about going to a younger university like Southern Cross University is that they’re always looking to try new things and to innovate in order to improve the student experience. They actually use a unique system called the Southern Cross Model, which uses six terms of six teaching weeks, with a two week break between terms.

They’ve also ditched the lectures, meaning you spend more time with your tutors engaging in interactive and discussion-based learning. It means you can focus more on getting your degree done, and enjoy the feeling of ticking off those course requirements more quickly than at other universities.

The Southern Cross Model isn’t just for show either - their results from the Good Universities Guide show 5-star ratings in areas such as student support, overall student experience and teaching quality.

So if you’re interested in a uni experience with a real difference, make sure you take a look at their upcoming Open Days - visit this site to find out all the deets for your preferred campus!