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Preparing for Success at SCU Program

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  • Course abbreviation

    PSP

  • Course code

    2307160

  • Credit points

    48

Overview

Unleash your potential with our Preparing for Success Program. It doesn’t matter if you’re seeking a career change or didn't graduate from high school; university is a real option for you.

This flexible, fee-free course has been designed with you in mind. Open to Australian residents over the age of 18, you can study on campus or online, full-time over three months or part-time over a year. The course is taught in six week blocks so you can focus on one or two units at a time. Graduates gain direct entry into a range of Southern Cross University degrees*.

This award-winning program teaches you how to manage your time, write essays, undertake research and apply mathematical concepts, providing the skills you need to succeed at university and progress towards a new career. 

Apply online today for this fee-free course.

*Some courses also have additional entry requirements such as an interview, refer to the relevant course page for further information.

The course comprises four units. Three compulsory units focus on individual and group management skills essential for successful university performance, effective research strategies and written communication, and practical numeracy skills. The fourth unit provides a choice of developing research and writing skills in the arts and business, or in the sciences.

Location Teaching period UAC code QTAC code
Coffs Harbour Study Period 2 , Study Period 4 , Study Period 6 N/A N/A
Gold Coast Study Period 2 , Study Period 4 , Study Period 6 N/A N/A
Lismore Study Period 2 , Study Period 4 , Study Period 6 N/A N/A
Online Study Period 2 , Study Period 4 , Study Period 6 N/A N/A

Requirements

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.

Course requirements

To meet the requirements of this course students must complete the equivalent of 4 units (48 credit points) comprising:

  • 3 core units (36 credit points), and
  • 1 elective unit (12 credit points).

Participation

Students who do not participate in a unit before the census date will be deemed to be inactive and un-enrolled from the unit. Participation is determined by presence on the online learning site, and by submitting their first assessment (Assessment 1).

Exclusion

The Chair of the College Board may exclude a student for a maximum of one (1) study period where a student has received Absent Fail Grades for all units attempted in a period of study.

Course structure

Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.

Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes
For Part-time, complete one unit per study period, in this recommended order
UNIP1001 -  Managing Your Study
Available SP 2
UNIP1003 -  Applying Quantitative Concepts
Available SP 3
UNIP1002 -  Communicating at University
Available SP 4
UNIP1004 -  Studying Science OR UNIP1005 -  Issues and Enquiry in Arts and Business
Available SP 5

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes
For Full-time, complete two units per study period, in this recommended order.
UNIP1001 -  Managing Your Study
Available SP 2, 4 & 6
UNIP1002 -  Communicating at University
Available SP 2, 4 & 6
UNIP1003 -  Applying Quantitative Concepts
Available SP 3 & 5
UNIP1004 -  Studying Science OR UNIP1005 -  Issues and Enquiry in Arts and Business
Available SP 3 & 5

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes
UNIP1001 Managing Your Study
Study Period2,4,6
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Lismore
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Online
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
UNIP1002 Communicating at University
Study Period2,4,6
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Lismore
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Online
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
UNIP1003 Applying Quantitative Concepts
Study Period3,5
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period3,5
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period3,5
N/A
Lismore
Study Period3,5
N/A
Online
Study Period3,5
N/A
UNIP1004 Studying Science
Study Period3,5
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period3,5
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period3,5
N/A
Lismore
Study Period3,5
N/A
Online
Study Period3,5
N/A

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes
UNIP1001 Managing Your Study
Study Period2,4,6
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Lismore
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Online
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
UNIP1002 Communicating at University
Study Period2,4,6
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Lismore
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Online
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
UNIP1003 Applying Quantitative Concepts
Study Period3,5
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period3,5
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period3,5
N/A
Lismore
Study Period3,5
N/A
Online
Study Period3,5
N/A
UNIP1004 Studying Science
Study Period3,5
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period3,5
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period3,5
N/A
Lismore
Study Period3,5
N/A
Online
Study Period3,5
N/A

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes
UNIP1001 Managing Your Study
Study Period2,4,6
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Lismore
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Online
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
UNIP1002 Communicating at University
Study Period2,4,6
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Lismore
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Online
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
UNIP1003 Applying Quantitative Concepts
Study Period3,5
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period3,5
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period3,5
N/A
Lismore
Study Period3,5
N/A
Online
Study Period3,5
N/A
UNIP1005 Issues and Enquiry in Arts and Business
Study Period3,5
Location Domestic International
Online
Study Period3,5
N/A

Unit Code Unit Title Available Credit points Notes
UNIP1001 Managing Your Study
Study Period2,4,6
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Lismore
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Online
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
UNIP1002 Communicating at University
Study Period2,4,6
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Lismore
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
Online
Study Period2,4,6
N/A
UNIP1003 Applying Quantitative Concepts
Study Period3,5
Location Domestic International
Coffs Harbour
Study Period3,5
N/A
Gold Coast
Study Period3,5
N/A
Lismore
Study Period3,5
N/A
Online
Study Period3,5
N/A
UNIP1005 Issues and Enquiry in Arts and Business
Study Period3,5
Location Domestic International
Online
Study Period3,5
N/A

Unit Code Unit Title Notes

Core Units
UNIP1001 Managing Your Study
UNIP1002 Communicating at University
UNIP1003 Applying Quantitative Concepts

Elective Unit
One (1) unit from the following:
UNIP1004 Studying Science
UNIP1005 Issues and Enquiry in Arts and Business