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Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

North Melbourne, Victoria · Private University

AU Rank #175 Star rating 2/6 Listed on CRICOS under the ESOS Act Admissions open
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Private University
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Overview

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd is a private university located in North Melbourne, Victoria. It is registered with Listed on CRICOS under the ESOS Act.

Programs at Southern Cross Education Institute (High

16 programs across 4 study levels.

Diploma

Diploma Project Management

Advanced Diploma of Program Management

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 104439D · Provider 02934D

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$12,000 total
Diploma Social Work

Diploma of Community Services

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 090553K · Provider 02934D

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$20,000 total
Diploma Social Work

Diploma of Community Services

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 114350H · Provider 02934D

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$20,000 total
Diploma Social Work

Diploma of Community Services

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 118702A · Provider 02934D

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$20,000 total
Diploma Nursing

Diploma of Nursing

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 108324E · Provider 02934D

⏱ 1.5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$32,000 total
Diploma Project Management

Diploma of Project Management

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 104035B · Provider 02934D

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$12,000 total

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 102401A · Provider 03739K

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$124,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Bachelor of Human and Community Services

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 099214A · Provider 03739K

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$93,000 total

Graduate Diploma

Graduate Diploma Curriculum & Instruction

Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 106561H · Provider 03739K

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$32,500 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Social Work

Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 114021C · Provider 03739K

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$66,000 total
Master's Degree Curriculum & Instruction

Master of Teaching (Secondary)

Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd

CRICOS 114559B · Provider 03739K

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$60,600 total

Tuition fees & costs

International tuition, per year

A$30,594 – A$67,167/yr

Mid-range tuition

Typical course fee

A$31,000

Median of this provider's registered fees

CRICOS provider code

03739K

Registered for 1,425 overseas students

Fees are derived from the international tuition this provider registers against its own courses on the Commonwealth CRICOS register, annualised over each course's registered duration; the range is the 10th to 90th percentile across its undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate courses. Providers may also charge the capped Student Services and Amenities Fee, and you will need Overseas Student Health Cover on top. Always confirm the fee for your specific course with the provider before applying.

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Admission requirements

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.

Language: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

How to apply

  1. 1Choose a CRICOS-registered course and check its intake — most Australian degrees start in Semester 1 (late February/March) and Semester 2 (July), with some providers adding a November trimester.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.
  3. 3Meet the English language requirement: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
  4. 4Apply directly to the university (or through a registered education agent), then accept your Letter of Offer and pay the initial fee instalment to be issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  5. 5Take out Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of your stay, then lodge a Student visa (subclass 500) application with the Department of Home Affairs, meeting the Genuine Student requirement and evidencing the current financial capacity amount.

For international students

International students accept a Letter of Offer, pay the first fee instalment and are issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), then apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with the Department of Home Affairs. The application must satisfy the Genuine Student requirement, include Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full stay and evidence the current financial capacity amount. Student visa holders may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while classes are in session and unrestricted hours during scheduled breaks; eligible graduates can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia afterwards.

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Scholarships for Southern Cross Education Institute (High students

National and foundation scholarships open to students at Southern Cross Education Institute (High. Because public universities in Australia charge no tuition, these mostly fund living costs.

Full Master's Degree

Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards

Full tuition, return air travel, an establishment allowance, contribution to living expenses, Overseas Student Health Cover and introductory academic programme

Partner countries in the Indo-Pacific, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America Rolling
Partial Bachelor's Degree

Destination Australia Program

Australian Government — Department of Education

Up to A$15,000 per year towards study at a regional campus

Domestic and international students at regional campuses Rolling
Full Master's Degree

Australian-American Fulbright Scholarships

Australian-American Fulbright Commission

Stipend, travel and programme support for study or research in the other country

Australian and United States citizens Rolling
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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd?

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international a...

How much is tuition at Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd?

Tuition is around A$30,594 – A$67,167/yr. Figures are indicative — confirm with the university.

How is Southern Cross Education Institute (Higher Education) Pty Ltd ranked?

Australia national rank #175.

What are the English requirements?

International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and soci...

Last updated 21 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.