- 1994
- Founded
- 4
- Courses
About Southern Cross University
A public university established in 1994 with main campuses at the Gold Coast in Queensland and in Lismore and Coffs Harbour in New South Wales, plus metro campuses in major cities, known for business, nursing, health, law, education and hotel management.
Courses
View all 44 courses
Bachelor of Business
BachelorBusiness
- 3 Years
- Duration
- Feb 2027
- Next intake
- Undergraduate
- Study level
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
BachelorHospitality
- Feb 2027
- Next intake
- Undergraduate
- Study level
Bachelor of Nursing
BachelorNursing
- 3 Years
- Duration
- Feb 2027
- Next intake
- Undergraduate
- Study level
Master of Business Administration
MBABusiness
- 1 to 2 Years
- Duration
- Feb 2027
- Next intake
- Postgraduate
- Study level
Highlights
Southern Cross University is a public university established in 1994, with main campuses at the Gold Coast in Queensland and in Lismore and Coffs Harbour in New South Wales, plus metro campuses in major cities. It offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees taught in English in areas such as business, nursing and health, law, education, science, IT and hotel management.
Campuses
Gold Coast Campus
MapGold Coast · Gold Coast Airport, Coolangatta, Queensland. Confirm the full address with the university.
The newest main campus, in Coolangatta about 400 metres from North Kirra Beach and next to Gold Coast Airport. It opened in 2010. Confirm the address and programmes with the university.
Lismore Campus
MapLismore · Military Road, East Lismore, New South Wales. Confirm the full address with the university.
The original campus in the Northern Rivers region, set among landscaped gardens and rainforest walkways. Confirm the address and which programmes are taught there.
Coffs Harbour Campus
MapCoffs Harbour · Hogbin Drive, Coffs Harbour, New South Wales. Confirm the full address with the university.
A campus in an education and innovation hub on the coast, with health science facilities. Confirm the address and which programmes are taught there.
Metro Campuses
MapSydney · Metro campuses in major cities, including Sydney and Melbourne. Confirm the locations with the university.
City campuses that teach selected business and accounting programmes to international students. Confirm which cities, programmes and addresses apply for 2026 and 2027.
Required documents
Identity
- Passport
Academic
- Secondary school transcripts and certificates
- English language test result
Financial
- Bank statement showing proof of funds
- Proof of tuition fee payment
Visa
- Offer of place and Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
- Genuine student statement
- Student visa application (subclass 500)
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
- Medical and police certificates, if required
General checklist. Your counsellor will confirm exactly what this institution needs.
Frequently asked questions
Is Southern Cross University a public or private institution?
It is a public institution in the Gold Coast, Lismore and Coffs Harbour, Australia.
What is Southern Cross University known for?
SCU is known for its three coastal main campuses, business, nursing and health, law, education and hotel management programmes, and its support for international students through Southern Cross Global.
What English score do I need for Southern Cross University?
IELTS 6.0 is a typical undergraduate score, and other tests are accepted, but these figures were not checked online. Postgraduate programmes often ask for more. Confirm the score for your programme with admissions.
How much are tuition fees for international students at Southern Cross University?
No tuition figure was confirmed for this listing. International fees differ by programme, and housing and living costs are extra. Confirm the current figures on the SCU website.
When can I start at Southern Cross University?
Many programmes start in February, June or October, but this was not confirmed. Check the international admissions page for deadlines, and apply early to leave time for your student visa.