CQUniversity Australia (CQU)

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CQUniversity Australia (CQU) Courses

Graduate Diploma

Melbourne
The CQUniversity Graduate Diploma of Business Administration provides students with opportunities to study contemporary management practices.
Entry Requirements

Prospective students must satisfy at least one of the following criteria to enrol in this course:

  • a completed bachelor degree in any discipline from an Australian university or college or equivalent and three years relevant business or professional experience; or
  • a recognised diploma and three years relevant business or professional experience; or
  • a CQU Graduate Certificate in Business or Management or equivalent from any Australian or equivalent university or college, plus three years of work experience; or
  • a minimum of five years relevant managerial or professional experience.

NOTE:

All prospective students must attach a current Curriculum Vitae or Resume to their application.

International English Language (IELTS Academic) overall band score of 6.5 (with no individual band score of less than 6.0) will be required for students seeking entry to this course.

ALL students seeking entry to the MBA following the successful completion of the Graduate Diploma will require a minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience in order to be admitted. Please refer to the entry requirements and range of credits for other Masters courses as listed in individual handbook pages.

Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

Nil

Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Bachelor

Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Mackay Ooralea
The Bachelor of Medical Sonography/Graduate Diploma of Medical Sonography enables you to apply sonographic knowledge and practical scanning skills in the diagnostic imaging setting.
Entry Requirements

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 5 years of:

  • a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
  • bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 7.0 overall with a minimum 7.0 for Reading and Writing and 7.0 for Speaking and Listening, or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Each student will be assessed individually.

Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

English, Biology, Science, Physics, Maths

Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
ATAR
86.95

Associate Degree

Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Townsville, Cairns
Study the new Associate Degree of Public Health (Specialisation) at CQUniveristy to develop broad skills and knowledge in public health, whilst developing specialised expertise in the areas of health promotion and environmental health.
Entry Requirements

English Requirements:

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:

  • a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
  • tertiary diploma level qualification, or
  • bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components; or
  • Cambridge Certificate in advanced English (CAE) - Score of 180 or above; or
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English - Score of 200 or above; or
  • Combined Universities Language Test (CULT) - 70% with no individual component score of less than 15.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

Senior English and a Science subject.

Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
ATAR
59.9

Masters (Coursework)

This course provides you with the skills, knowledge, clinical reasoning and leadership strategies to meet the role of a Paramedic Practitioner.
Entry Requirements

  • a completed Bachelor of Paramedic Science or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years unsupervised operational clinical experience; or
  • a completed Advanced Diploma or Graduate Diploma or equivalent in an advanced paramedic field such as aeromedical, critical or intensive care plus 2 years unsupervised operational clinical experience at this level
Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

Graduate Diploma of Paramedic Science (Critical Care)

Duration
1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time
Study Mode
Online

Graduate Certificate

Cairns
Tourism is one of the world's largest industries, and the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Tourism Management will equip you with an understanding of globally sustainable tourism principles and their management.
Entry Requirements
- a completed bachelor degree in any discipline from an Australian university or college, or equivalent; or
- a 2 year diploma and 5 years industry experience.
Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

Nil specified.

Duration
0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Bachelor (Honours)

The Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) is designed to develop your expertise in planning and communication and provide you with an in-depth knowledge of construction.
Entry Requirements

English Requirements:

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or the United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:

  • a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
  • tertiary diploma level qualification, or
  • bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components; or
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) - Score of 180 or above; or
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English - Score of 200 or above; or
  • Combined Universities Language Test (CULT) - 70% with no individual component score of less than 15.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between the final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

Assumed Knowledge- English (4, SA), and Maths A or B (4, SA) [Queensland level or its interstate equivalent]

Duration
6 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Study Mode
Online
ATAR
67.95

Bachelor

The Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Property is a multidisciplinary qualification designed to enable you to gain entry into the legal profession and to become a Certified Practicing Valuer and Certified Property Practitioner.
Entry Requirements

English (4,SA) or equivalent.

Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

English

Duration
5 years full-time, 10 years part-time
Study Mode
Online
ATAR
81.85

Masters (Coursework)

Rockhampton, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
If you're an established or aspiring information technology (IT) professional the Master of Information Technology will expand your professional knowledge and skills in information technology (IT).
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must have:

  • A completed Bachelor degree in any discipline from an Australian University or college, or equivalent; or
  • A completed CQuniversity Graduate Diploma of Information Systems, or equivalent; or
  • A completed CQUniversity Graduate Diploma of Information Technology, or equivalent.

English Language Proficiency Requirements:

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:

  • a secondary qualification (Year 11 or 12, or equivalent), or
  • Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years full time with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America.

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Each student will be assessed individually.

Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

Domestics and international students please see the CQUniversity Handbook.

Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Graduate Certificate

Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
CQUniversity's Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting is excellent preparation to develop a career in accounting.In this course, you will begin to develop business and accounting skills in line with requirements from the major Australian...
Entry Requirements

To gain entry to this course, students must have:

- A non-accounting undergraduate degree in any discipline from an Australian university, or equivalent from an overseas institution; or

- An AQF equivalent accounting bachelor degree received from an overseas institution or organisation, that does not meet accreditation with an Australian Accounting registration body for associate membership purposes, or

- A minimum of five years of relevant accounting experience, or

- A minimum of ten years of relevant business experience.


Relevant business experience is considered to be any experience in the conduct or administration of a business enterprise.

Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

There are no recommended study requirements.

Duration
0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person

Bachelor

Mackay Ooralea
The Bachelor of Theatre at CQUniversity has a carefully designed and performance-integrated structure that will enrich your learning experience.
Entry Requirements

Audition and interview


Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

Students are encouraged to study performing arts units during their senior school years. Private tuition in performing arts is also encouraged. Entry to this course is by audition and interview. Students should follow the audition requirements for this course as outlined on the CQUniversity website.

Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Study Mode
In person

Certificate

Rockhampton City
This qualification provides an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this course, however it is highly recommended that students have attained a Sound Achievement (SA) result in year 10 numeracy and literacy subjects or equivalent prior to enrolling in this program.
Study Mode
In person

Graduate Certificate

Rockhampton, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
This course is designed to give you the opportunity to improve your management skills and upgrade your professional knowledge and skills in Information Systems (IS).
Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry into this course, students must have:

  • a bachelor degree or equivalent qualification; or
  • a recognised diploma and a minimum of two years of relevant communication and information technology experience; or
  • a minimum of five years of relevant communication and information technology experience:

* secondary and post secondary certificates;

* evidence from employer (past and present) on company letterhead.

International students

International students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international/ for further information including English language requirements.

Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge

Domestic and international students please see CQUni Handbook.

Duration
0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person