Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
0.5 years full-time
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Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
N/A
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Inherent Requirements
NA
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
PSP
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Course code
2307160
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Credit points
48
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Equivalent units
4
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Indicative Fee
Overview
The Preparing for Success at SCU Program (PSP) assists students to develop the academic skills needed to succeed at university. It also provides an alternative Southern Cross University entry pathway. This well-established higher education preparatory program has no HECS fees charged to students, so the course is fee-free.
The PSP can be studied in a variety of flexible ways to assist those juggling other commitments. The course is available on all three campuses as well as by distance education and runs full-time for one session. It can also be studied up to one year part-time. The course teaches skills in time management, practical essay writing, research, and numeracy, giving students the confidence to transition into a degree and pursue their academic studies successfully.
Entry into the PSP is by direct application to the University with no admission fee and no required formal entry qualifications. It is expected that students will have reasonable computer and information technology literacy, and ongoing access to an internet-connected computer capable of communicating with the SCU online environment.
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 the sciences.
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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Coffs Harbour | Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 | N/A | N/A |
Gold Coast | Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 | N/A | N/A |
Lismore | Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 | N/A | N/A |
Online | Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 | 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
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To achieve satisfactory completion of the Program, a candidate shall successfully complete:
- all units listed in Part A; and
- one unit from Part B
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 session of study.
Entry requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Language requirements
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To achieve satisfactory completion of the Program, a candidate shall successfully complete:
- all units listed in Part A; and
- one unit from Part B
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 session 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 | Level of learning | Notes |
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EDU10445 - Managing Your Study | Introductory | ||||
EDU10446 - Communicating at University | Introductory | ||||
EDU10447 - Applying Quantitative Concepts | Introductory | ||||
EDU10448 - Studying Science OR EDU10449 - Issues and Enquiry in Arts and Business | Introductory |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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1st Session of Study |
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EDU10445 - Managing Your Study | Introductory | ||||
EDU10446 - Communicating at University | Introductory | ||||
2nd Session of Study |
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EDU10447 - Applying Quantitative Concepts | Introductory | ||||
EDU10448 - Studying Science OR EDU10449 - Issues and Enquiry in Arts and Business | Introductory |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Level of learning | Notes | ||
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Part A |
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EDU10445 | Managing Your Study | Introductory | |||
EDU10446 | Communicating at University | Introductory | |||
EDU10447 | Applying Quantitative Concepts | Introductory | |||
Part B |
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One (1) unit from the following: | |||||
EDU10448 | Studying Science | Introductory | |||
EDU10449 | Issues and Enquiry in Arts and Business | Introductory |