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'We all have fear of the unknown and QUT College breaks down the fear of going straight into a large university. Smaller more interactive classes ensures you don’t feel isolated. It was easier to make friends at the College and with the support mechanisms in place, it gave assurance you are not alone in the system. I feel I am on solid ground now thanks to QUT College’s established framework for learning.'
Building connections
'I joined the Mentor Program at QUT College to build confidence in myself and in others. It helped me get ‘connected’ and create a network. Social interaction is very important but difficult to do when you are a stranger in a new country. The Mentor Program helped me improve myself, led to activities in leadership, negotiation and conflict resolution. These activities gave me an appreciation of how others think and behave is various situations.'
Smaller class sizes
'The smaller classes at QUT College allow for greater class participation and make it easy to build relationships with my peers. Lectures and tutors are also fantastic, they always give us their time and are attentive to our learning needs.'
Supportive study environment
'We all have fear of the unknown and QUT College breaks down the fear of going straight into a large university. Smaller more interactive classes ensures you don’t feel isolated. It was easier to make friends at the College and with the support mechanisms in place, it gave assurance you are not alone in the system. I feel I am on solid ground now thanks to QUT College’s established framework for learning.'
Building connections
'I joined the Mentor Program at QUT College to build confidence in myself and in others. It helped me get ‘connected’ and create a network. Social interaction is very important but difficult to do when you are a stranger in a new country. The Mentor Program helped me improve myself, led to activities in leadership, negotiation and conflict resolution. These activities gave me an appreciation of how others think and behave is various situations.'
Smaller class sizes
'The smaller classes at QUT College allow for greater class participation and make it easy to build relationships with my peers. Lectures and tutors are also fantastic, they always give us their time and are attentive to our learning needs.'
Highlights
- Provides a premium pathway into QUT's Bachelor of Business
- Study first year academic content.
- Develop academic language and literarcy skills required for University.
- Benefit from an interactive learning environment, with small classes and more contact hours.
- Successful graduates receive 1 year of credit (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Business degree.
Highlights
- Provides a premium pathway into QUT's Bachelor of Business.
- Develop academic and English language skills for successful study in the degree program.
- Complete in 8 months full-time. 12-month Diploma option available for February entry.
- Successful graduates receive 1 year of credit (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Business degree.
Why choose this course?
Studying the Diploma in Business at QUT College will fast-track your entry into the second year of QUT's Bachelor of Business. You will develop academic skills which will help you become more confident with your university studies, all while enjoying a complete university experience.
You will learn through university style lectures, tutorials and workshops with a focus on the development of independent learning skills. Smaller class sizes mean you get more individual attention from your teachers.
Graduates are guaranteed entry into QUT’s Bachelor of Business.
Explore this course
The Diploma in Business is equivalent to the first year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business. This pathway is an introduction to key disciplines and functions of business, and provides knowledge of current business environments in a global context. You will:
- Study first year academic content.
- Develop your academic language and literacy skills through literature reviews and presentations.
- Benefit from an interactive learning environment, with small classes and more contact hours.
- Study on campus with access to all services and facilities across the University.
- On completion, receive a guaranteed place in Bachelor of Business with 1 year of advanced standing.
Learn from the best
The Diploma in Business program is an introduction to the key disciplines and functions of business, with a global focus. You will learn from qualified teachers, which will prepare you well for your degree studies.
Our Diploma and Bachelor of Business programs are regularly updated so they match the latest industry best practice, which means you will be able to use the knowledge and skills you gain when looking for a job and establishing your career.
Course articulation
Progression to your related Bachelor degree
To progress into QUT's Bachelor of Business you will need to meet the conditions listed in your offer letter, including:
- successful completion of the Diploma of Business.
To find more information regarding the progression requirements, refer to the 'Requirements' tab for your chosen Bachelor degree, and select 'Australia' from the country list.
Advanced Standing
After successful completion of Diploma in Business, you are eligible for 96 credit points (one year) of advanced standing towards Bachelor of Business (BS05).
It will take 2 years to complete:
- February and July entry in any major
- November entry with one of the following majors: Accountancy, Finance, Financial Planning, International Business, Management or Marketing.
It will take 2.5 years to complete:
- November entry with one of the following majors: Advertising, Human Resource Management, Public Relations or Economics.
To meet the course requirements of the Diploma in Business, you must complete:
- Core units (96 credit points) including seven discipline units and one academic skills unit.
To meet the course requirements of the Diploma in Business, you must complete:
- Core units (96 credit points) including six discipline units and two academic skills units.
- Selection rank
- 60.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2021.
Don't have a selection rank?
- Course code
- BS40
- QTAC code
- 420101
- CRICOS code
- 081618F
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- Kelvin Grove
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- Kelvin Grove
- 8 months full-time
- 16 months part-time
- 8 months full-time
- February, June and October
- February, June and October
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 87.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2021
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
75.00
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Selection rank
75.00
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
65.10
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Selection rank
65.85
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
56.15
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Selection rank
60.15
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You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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TOEFL iBT
Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date. |
56 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 14 |
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IELTS Academic
Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date. |
5.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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Pearson PTE (Academic)
Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date. |
46 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 |
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Cambridge English Score
Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement. You must provide your Candidate ID and Candidate Secret Number, these are printed on your Cambridge English Confirmation of Entry. |
162 | 154 | 154 | 154 | 154 |
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Occupational English Test (Nursing Profession)
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. * A grade of B in each component for tests undertaken prior to September 2018. |
-- | 350* | 350* | 350* | 350* |
|
Duolingo English Test (DET)
Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date. |
90 and Production Score of 75 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Haven't completed an English language test? We can help!
If you have not completed an English language test, you can sit the IELTS test at our IELTS test centre
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2022 fees
2022: CSP $14,700 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2022 fees
2022: $21,570 per course (96 credit points)
2021 fees
2021: CSP $14,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2021 fees
2021: $21,570 per course (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
Find out more about undergraduate course fees
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.