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University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

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University of Southern Queensland (USQ) Courses

Graduate Certificate

External, Distance
Enhance your career and gain foundational skills in counselling with UniSQ's Graduate Certificate of Counselling (Foundations of Practice).
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • A bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in any area from a recognised university.
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$13,320 per year

Masters (Coursework)

Springfield, Toowoomba
Are you driven to build relationships, lead teams and successfully take business and organisations to a new level? Specialising in Leadership within UniSQ's Master of Business will ensure you're equipped with the skills you need to effectively lead.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • Completion of an approved Bachelor degree in the area of business, or equivalent
    or
  • equivalent minimum of three years professional work experience (at Skill level 1 -3).
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$16,323 per year
Graduate Satisfaction
86.10%

Masters (Coursework)

Toowoomba
Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
90.70%

Masters (Coursework)

Springfield, Toowoomba
Cyber security incidents are often considered an unavoidable consequence of conducting modern business. Be prepared to mitigate the risk organisations face with UniSQ's Master of Business (Managing Cyber Risk).
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • Completion of an approved Bachelor degree in the area of business, or equivalent
    or
  • equivalent minimum of three years professional work experience (at Skill level 1 -3).
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$16,323 per year

Masters (Coursework)

External, Distance
Undertake advanced studies in areas such as concrete structures and geotechnical engineering.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • Australian university three year Bachelor degree in engineering science or engineering technology in the relevant specialisation area, or equivalent.
  • A minimum of five years' relevant professional work experience.
  • Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident; citizen of New Zealand or holder of a valid visa with a duration of at least three years.
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Inherent requirements

There are inherent requirements that must be met in order to successfully complete this degree. Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree. Please read and understand the inherent requirements specific to the Master of Engineering Practice before applying.

If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to a Student Equity Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,948 per year

Graduate Diploma

Springfield, Toowoomba
As the digital world expands, cyber security incidents are increasing. Gain the skills to help mitigate the risk that organisations face with UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Business (Managing Cyber Risk).
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • Completion of an Australian university bachelor degree in any area, or equivalent.
    or
  • A minimum of three years' professional work experience, or equivalent. Further information on admission through work experience is available.
Tafe (VET) qualification

If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you may be able to use these qualifications to meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

Work and life experience

You may be able to use your work experience and other adjustment factors to increase your selection rank and meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$16,323 per year

Bachelor (Honours)

Springfield, Toowoomba, External, Distance
Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
In person, Online

Graduate Diploma

Springfield, Toowoomba
UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Business (Leadership) will equip you with the leaderships skills to effectively lead, build valuable professional relationships, manage teams and enable businesses and organisations to thrive.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • Completion of an Australian university bachelor degree in any area, or equivalent.
    or
  • A minimum of three years' professional work experience, or equivalent. Further information on admission through work experience is available.
Tafe (VET) qualification

If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you may be able to use these qualifications to meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

Work and life experience

You may be able to use your work experience and other adjustment factors to increase your selection rank and meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$16,323 per year
Graduate Satisfaction
86.10%

Graduate Certificate

This undergraduate certificate covers foundational programming knowledge, explores core information systems concepts, web creation, and software development tools.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
Pre-requisites

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

  • Admission into this short program is available to eligible Commonwealth Support applicants, who are aged 17 years or over.
Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

If you identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you may be eligible to enter the Indigenous Higher Education (IHEPP) program.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Domestic Tuition Fees
$4,470 per year

Masters (Coursework)

External, Distance
Specialise in supporting people with mental health conditions. Develop your expertise in topics including mental health paradigms, psychological disorders, their aetiology, evidence-based treatment approaches, and assessment models.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

There are two different admission requirement processes depending on whether you are applying for the qualifying Master of Counselling, or the Master of Counselling (Advanced Entry).

Pathway 1: Qualifying Master of Counselling

  • Completion of an Australian university 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent, in any area.
  • Completion of at least 50% of the Graduate Diploma of Counselling at UniSQ, or equivalent qualification from another institution, and have a grade point average (GPA) of 4 or higher for the Capstone Project research option, and a GPA of 5 or higher for the Research Project option.
  • Participate in group reflection with members of School staff and other applicants.
  • Provide a report addressing the following selection criteria (informed by the PACFA Training Standards and UniSQ's inherent requirements). Write a statement of no more than 2 pages that addresses:
    1. Studying for (or holding) a Graduate Diploma of Counselling (UniSQ) with evidence of GPA.
    2. Applicants not currently enrolled in a UniSQ Graduate Diploma of Counselling must supply names and contact details of two referees (preferably including a professional report from an academic, a counsellor, a psychologist, a social worker, or similar professional).
    3. Effective relationship skills, attitudes, and behaviours.
    4. Demonstrated life maturity.
    5. Openness to receiving, considering, and integrating feedback.
    6. Commitment to ethical, professional and trustworthy behaviour.
    7. Commitment to engage fully in the process of counselling training.
    8. Willingness to attend a group reflection with members of school staff and other applicants.
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Additional requirements for placements

All students must provide the following documents prior to commencing clinical placements:

  • Blue Card or Working with Children Check
  • Australian Police Certificate
  • Resume
  • UniSQ Placement Request form
  • a signed UniSQ Student Declaration.
Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$25,760 per year

Masters (Coursework)

Toowoomba, External, Distance
Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
78.40%

Graduate Diploma

External, Distance
Do you want to specialise in relationship, child, youth and family counselling? With UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Child, Youth and Family Therapy) you will gain knowledge and expertise to assist couples and families.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • A bachelor's degree from a recognised university.
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Intake Months
Feb, May, Sep
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$26,640 per year