Bachelor of Psychological Science, Bachelor of Business

Students will choose to study Business core units or a specialisation in Accounting. The Business core units develop an understanding of business practice and impact, business analytics, economics for decision-making, financial literacy for business, business law, marketing, digital marketing strategies, sustainable business management and entrepreneurship and innovation, and includes a 240-hour professional experience placement. The Accounting specialisation develops knowledge and skills in taxation regulation, financial reporting, auditing and portfolio management as well as business finance, and is accredited by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, and the Tax Practitioner's Board (TPB).

Yes, the Bachelor of Psychological Science is conditionally accredited with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, and it is the first step on a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist. Graduates may also choose to further their studies in this direction.

For international students, the annual tuition fee is $26,000 (at $3,250 per unit), based on completing 8 units per year. This applies to both the Gold Coast (Accounting Specialisation) and Gold Coast (Business core) pathways. Tuition fees are in Australian dollars and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of the course. In addition, students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance.

The Southern Cross Model is a teaching approach where students engage in shorter, six-week unit structures designed around immersive and interactive learning experiences. Lectures are replaced with active, interactive and discussion-based learning. On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes. Online study is highly interactive and may include a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes. The method of teaching and assessment may vary from unit to unit.

Yes, this course includes a professional work experience placement. Specifically, the Business core units pathway includes a 240-hour professional experience placement in a business organisation.