Southern Cross University is ranked in the Top 150 Young Universities in the world by Times Higher Education and is the number one university in Australia for international student support (2018 International Student Barometer).
Our student satisfaction, teaching and skills development ranking is higher than the Australian national average (2018 Course Experience Questionnaire by Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching) and we work actively to sustain the high-level student experience and support that we are known for. Our exclusive career readiness and internship program is designed to provide our students with immersive industry experiences that will see them gain a competitive edge in the global job market. We help students achieve academic excellence through our merit-based scholarship opportunities.
For us, every student matters so we continuously find ways to innovate and provide our students with the best opportunities possible — in class and in the real world!
SCU highlights
- In the top 150 Young Universities ranking in 2019 by Times Higher Education
- Ranked first in Australia for International Student Support (2018 international Student Barometer)
- Rated five stars for student support, teaching quality and social equity (The 2019 Good Universities Guide)
- Our graduates’ median salary is higher than the national average
- Unique trimester model for more work-life balance
- Ongoing merit-based scholarships available for all students
Location
Sydney, Melbourne and Perth branch campuses
Southern Cross University branch campuses are located in three of Australia’s best student cities: Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. The branch campuses are strategically located within the city centres, providing easy access to public transport. Undergraduate and postgraduate programs in business, accounting and information technology are delivered in a non-traditional approach.
Coffs Harbour, Lismore and the Gold Coast campuses
Southern Cross University campuses in Coffs Harbour and Lismore are set in 30 acres and 75 hectares of sprawling, lush sub-tropical grounds with state-of-the-art facilities that include the Learning Centre in Lismore and the Innovation Hub in Coffs Harbour. Southern Cross University’s third campus is located just 400 metres from North Kirra Beach in the Gold Coast, adjacent to the Gold Coast Airport.
EduCo conducts academic courses on behalf of Southern Cross University in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.
