Partner university · Lismore, Australia

Southern Cross University

Coastal campuses at Lismore, the Gold Coast and Coffs Harbour, known for marine science, environmental management, tourism and osteopathy.

QS World #634QS World Rankings 2027
From AUD 27,000Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1994Public university
18,092Students

About the university

Why students choose Southern Cross University

Coastal campuses at Lismore, the Gold Coast and Coffs Harbour, known for marine science, environmental management, tourism and osteopathy.

We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.

Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.

Ways inDirect entry

Photos: Southern Cross University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.

Fees

What Southern Cross University costs in 2027

Access27 flat annual fee for most courses (full-time load of 8 units). Excludes Master of Nursing, Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Study Abroad, English programs and research degrees.

International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at scu.edu.au. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.

UndergraduateAUD 27,000per year
PostgraduateAUD 27,000per year

Programmes

Popular courses at Southern Cross University

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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.

How it works

Your application to Southern Cross University, step by step

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Southern Cross University is realistic.

  2. 2

    Choose your course and route

    We match you to the right course and intake.

  3. 3

    Application and offer

    We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.

  4. 4

    Scholarship check

    We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.

  5. 5

    Student visa

    Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.

  6. 6

    Arrival

    Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.

Questions

Studying at Southern Cross University: common questions

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How much does Southern Cross University cost for international students?

International undergraduate fees for 2027 start from AUD 27,000 a year and go up to AUD 27,000, depending on the course. Access27 flat annual fee for most courses (full-time load of 8 units). Excludes Master of Nursing, Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine, Study Abroad, English programs and research degrees.

Is there a foundation route into Southern Cross University?

GESCO applies to Southern Cross University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.

Where is Southern Cross University?

Southern Cross University is in Lismore, Australia. It was founded in 1994.

Does GESCO charge me to apply to Southern Cross University?

The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Southern Cross University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.

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Interested in Southern Cross University?

Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.

  • Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
  • A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
  • No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so

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