There are many ways to get into Southern Cross University. If you are applying as a school leaver, you may apply with an ATAR through Tertiary Admissions Centres like UAC or QTAC.
If your ATAR is not high enough for the course you want to do, you can complete one of our fee-free pathway programs: Preparing for Success at SCU (three-month course) or Transition to Uni (six-week intensive course). These are excellent preparation for university, equipping you with the academic and study skills you need to succeed. If you successfully complete a pathway course, delivered through the SCU College, you are guaranteed entry to a Bachelor degree (excluding midwifery).
International students can complete the Undergraduate Qualifying Program which offers a similar preparation with the addition of language skills or the Postgraduate Qualifying Program for postgraduate study.
Southern Cross also offers a range of Diplomas and Associate Degrees. These are an excellent way to dip your toes into University study and if you want to go on to do a degree in a connected discipline, you may also receive credit for your previous study.
Pathways to degrees
- Preparing for Success at SCU Program
- Transition to Uni
- English language programs
- Undergraduate Qualifying Program (For International Students)
- Career Start (Study Abroad for International Students)
- Undergraduate Certificate in Allied Health
- Undergraduate Certificate in Business
- Undergraduate Certificate in Community Welfare
- Undergraduate Certificate in Education
- Undergraduate Certificate in Engineering
- Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology
- Undergraduate Certificate in Nursing
- Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Science
- Diploma of Arts and Social Sciences
- Diploma of Business
- Diploma of Civil Construction (Engineering and Management)
- Diploma of Health
- Diploma of Hotel Management
- Diploma of Science
The Southern Cross University Difference
- Preparation programs to undertake a Bachelor degree with no ATAR required
- Programs are also available for international students, including English language preparation for university study
- Diplomas and Associate Degrees are pathways to a Bachelor degree
- Your work experience can count towards a degree or can help get you into a degree – contact our Future Students team for more info
- Specialised services and networks through SCU College means you get the support you need to take the right pathway and succeed
Campuses
Our numerous pathway programs and courses are delivered on our campuses in Lismore, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast. Many courses also offer online and flexible study options.