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'I chose the Diploma in Business as a bridging course to the Bachelor of Business. It provides a guided transition into university life with smaller class sizes and supportive teaching staff.
The Diploma in Business is equipping me with the skills to succeed in the future by working on real-world clients and case studies.'
Skills for your future
'The Diploma in Business is giving me the experience and skills to decide where I want to take my future study.
The teaching staff are very helpful and always willing to share their real-world experiences to help with our in-class client projects.'
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
- Gain 1 year of credit (advanced standing) to enter the second year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business degree.
- Develop foundational knowledge and skills for a broad range of business fields.
- Benefit from an interactive and supportive learning environment with small class sizes.
- Equip yourself for future learning, or prepare for your career by developing your writing and digital skills.
Highlights
- Provides a premium pathway into QUT's Bachelor of Business.
- Develop academic and English language skills for successful study in the degree program.
- Benefit from an interactive and supportive learning environment with small class sizes.
- Successful graduates receive 1 year of credit (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Business degree.
Why choose this course?
Develop key skills and confidence in your studies with the Diploma in Business at QUT College. Fast-track your entry into the second year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business, or take your skills into the workforce.
Gain practical business and academic skills to set yourself up for success in your future studies. Covering the same content as the first year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business, you will analyse contemporary business issues and develop an in-depth understanding of the national and international business landscape.
Learning in a university environment with small class sizes means more support from our real-world teaching staff. You will be guided through the year-long program with university-style lectures, tutorials and workshops.
Graduates are guaranteed entry into QUT’s Bachelor of Business.
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.
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
Once you have successfully completed this course, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Business. Each of your diploma units will be credited with your grades into your degree.
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 the Diploma in Business, you are eligible for 96 credit points (one year) of advanced standing towards Bachelor of Business (BS05).
It will take two years to complete your Bachelor of Business (in any major).
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.
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 60.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2022.
Don't have a ATAR/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 - 12 months full-time
- February, July and November
- February, July and November
- Duration: 8 months full-time (for July and November start) 12 months full-time (for February start)
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, 2022
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
78.55
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Selection rank
80.55
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
65.85
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Selection rank
66.00
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
59.70
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Selection rank
60.00
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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.
I completed secondary school in Australia
- ATAR/selection rank
- 60.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 87.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
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, 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. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT / Home / Paper | 56 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 14 |
| IELTS Academic / IELTS Online | 5.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| PTE Academic/PTE Academic Online | 46 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
162 | 154 | 154 | 154 | 154 |
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Duolingo English Test (DET)
You must share your results with QUT through the Duolingo online website. |
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.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2023 fees
2023: CSP $15,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2023 fees
2023: $22,001 per course (96 credit points)
2022 fees
2022: CSP $14,700 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2022 fees
2022: $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
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You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
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