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2020
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IN AUSTRALIA FOR DELIVERING ONLINE
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EDUCATION
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FROM OUR
VICE CHANCELLOR
Tom Steer
Always innovating, we’re putting our expertise into Executive Director: UniSA Online
providing a new suite of high-quality, 100% online
undergraduate courses for you to study anytime,
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CONTENTS
Why Study On Demand....................................................................................................................... 8
Get support..................................................................................................................................................10
Why Study On Demand
Your online study experience.......................................................................................................13
Get support
Take your career to new heights...............................................................................................14
Your online study experience
UniSA Online degrees.........................................................................................................................16
Take your career to new heights
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)......................................................................16
Bachelor of Communication...........................................................................................25
Apply today..................................................................................................................................................36
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BENEFIT FROM
100% ONLINE STUDY
Designed specifically for online learning
Learn through media-rich course material, short engaging
videos, and interactive activities such as quizzes, forum posts
and online face-to-face discussions. Your degree has been
designed specifically for online learning to ensure you graduate
with the skills and knowledge needed for your future career.
STUDYING
A DEGREE IS
COMPLETELY
ACHIEVABLE.
2 COURSES EACH TERM
X 4 TERMS
= FULL-TIME STUDY
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Lucy Andrew
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Critical Approaches to
Online Learning
“Your success means
everything to us. I love
interacting with students
face-to-face online and
encourage students to
connect with us. We’re here to
get you off to the right start,
provide the help you need,
and we’ll be there to applaud
loudly when you graduate.”
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Shane Dawson
Director: UniSA Teaching
Innovation Unit
“UniSA is one of the leading
universities in the world
known for its learning
analytics research. As a
founding institution for the
Society for Learning Analytics
Research, we’ve been involved
in numerous national and
international projects that look
at how students engage and
learn in online settings. We’re
continuously investigating and
developing new innovations
that will benefit our students’
learning experience and
future employment options.”
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CONNECTIONS
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Passionate about online learning, our Our industry connections will enrich your your fingertips
academic staff are subject-matter experts online study experience. Each degree Access a library of more than 700,000
who are committed to delivering high has been designed in conjunction with digital resources including e-books, videos
quality and personalised support to help industry experts and is overseen by an and journal articles, right at your fingertips.
you thrive in your studies. They understand experienced industry advisory board with If you can’t find what you’re after, our Ask
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will help you navigate the online course edge developments in your field and solve locate, access, evaluate, use and reference
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so you can get the most of out of your face today.
study experience.
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Our interactive online environment is a
one-stop shop for all your study needs.
UniSA Online is designed to help you Track your progress through the student
connect with a community of other like- dashboard, plan your study schedule, UniSA ONLINE
minded students. Share, debate and stay on top of due dates for tasks STUDENT
and collaborate ideas through online
chat, video conferencing, and other
and assessments. It’s like your very own
personal study coach.
SATISFACTION
online communication tools. FOR LEARNING RESOURCES
AND STUDENT SUPPORT*
QILT Student Experience Survey
(undergraduate, external study
mode) 2018.
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Take your career
to new heights
ACCESS AN EXTENSIVE SUITE OF UniSA's ONLINE
ONLINE RESOURCES PURPOSELY STUDENTS HAVE GRADUATE
EMPLOYMENT RATES
DESIGNED TO HELP BUILD YOUR
EMPLOYABILITY. WELL ABOVE
THE NATIONAL
As a UniSA Online student, you’ll have all the AVERAGE^
information and resources you need to make
informed choices for your career. From updating
your resume to writing a winning cover letter,
or preparing for an upcoming interview, we’ll
help you put your best foot forward.
^ UniSA External UG full-time employment rate 83% Graduate Outcomes Survey 2018
*Based on a total of 527 responses from enrolled students in UniSA Online’s New Student Survey
32%
of UniSA Online students
WANT TO ADVANCE
THEIR CAREER
in their current field*
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Get personalised career advice
Our Career Advisers are available for online appointments
if you need guidance on your career development, are
looking for advice on choosing the right electives or want to
develop a job search plan. We genuinely care about seeing
you succeed. Our commitment to your career doesn’t end
once you graduate – you’ll have access to career advice David Maerschel
and support for up to 12 months after you graduate. UniSA Career Adviser
32%
of UniSA Online students
43%
of UniSA Online students
WANT TO ADVANCE WANT A CAREER
THEIR CAREER
in their current field* CHANGE*
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Bachelor of
COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING)XBCA
.unisaonline.edu.au/accounting STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Graduate with a degree accredited by Chartered
Accountants Australia and New Zealand, CPA Australia,
and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
This degree is also professionally recognised by the
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and the
Gareth Wilson
Association of International Accountants.
Accounting student
. uild a strong foundation of accounting knowledge
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and develop skills in business, taxation, auditing, law, “The flexibility of a 100%
finance and sustainability. online degree enables
our family to travel while
Focus on the economic, legal and political influences
managing a small Australian
that affect global business.
distribution business, which
Explore the latest developments and current issues in I do from a co-working
the accounting profession. space in Ubud, Bali.
. nderstand how business intelligence and analytics
U My first year of study has filled
can be used to solve organisational problems. in a lot of gaps in my business
knowledge, which has given
me a lot more confidence in
CAREERS DEGREE STRUCTURE running my business. While I
Accountant / tax adviser / FIRST YEAR can produce and understand
forensic accountant / business Critical Approaches to Online Learning financial reports more
adviser / risk consultant / Business and Society
insolvency and restructuring Accounting for Business efficiently, the major benefit
adviser / management Business Law has been improving my
Quantitative Methods for Business
accountant / corporate tax
Financial Accounting 1 knowledge and understanding
consultant / auditor
Marketing Principles: Trading and across all areas of business.”
Exchange
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS Principles of Economics
Completion of online literacy and SECOND YEAR
numeracy test with relevant work Financial Accounting 2
experience; or Foundation Studies Management Accounting
program or Diploma in Business Business Finance
through UniSA College. Business Intelligence
Financial Accounting 3 ACCREDITED BY:
Companies and Partnership Law
Management and Organisation
Career Development for Professionals
THIRD YEAR
Sustainability Accounting and Reporting
Auditing Theory and Practice
Contemporary Issues in Accounting
Taxation Law 1
Strategic Financial Analysis
Career Development for Professionals
2 x Electives
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Bachelor of
BUSINESS (FINANCIAL PLANNING)
XBFP
.unisaonline.edu.au/financial-planning
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
APPROVED BY:
KEY FEATURES
Graduate as a qualified financial planner with a degree
approved by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics
Authority (FASEA).
DEGREE INFO
100% online
6 months full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Tailor your qualification and select bridging courses
specifically outlined in the Financial Adviser Standards and Mark Bastiaans
Ethics Authority’s (FASEA) education requirements including
UniSA graduate
education requirements including ethics and professionalism,
financial advice regulatory and legal obligations, and Principal Financial Adviser
behavioural finance: client and consumer behaviour. Advice SA
Choose a qualification that best suits existing financial “My UniSA degree parchment hangs
advisers seeking a bridging program; or those who are proudly in my office along with
seeking a pathway into the Graduate Diploma and UniSA’s my Advanced Diploma of Financial
Masters of Finance (Financial Planning) degree (offered Services and Certified Financial
through UniSA Business School). Planner (CFP®) certificates.
Study up to four advanced financial planning courses in Clients express satisfaction in
areas such as investment management, regulatory and knowing that they are dealing
legal obligations, estate planning, risk management and
with someone who has passed the
insurance, superannuation, and tax.
academic requirements to hold the
Benefit from a flexible qualification that allows you to industry’s highest qualifications
continue to work while you study. and be at the forefront of
technical knowledge and skills.
In an ever-changing environment,
CAREERS *Normally applicants who
continual learning represents
have completed a degree with
Financial planner / financial
adviser / investment adviser /
an equivalent UniSA grade commitment to being the
insurance broker / estate planner
point average of 4 or better best I can be for myself, my
will be eligible for entry.
/ superannuation adviser / wealth business and my clients.”
manager / client relationship
manager PROGRAM STRUCTURE
COURSE NAME
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Ethics and Professionalism
Applicants are required to Introduction to Financial Planning OR
have one of the following: Elective
UNISA BUSINESS SCHOOL
2x Electives
TOP 1%
• a completed bachelor Electives list
degree* from a recognised Behavioural Finance: Client and Consumer
higher education institution Behaviour WORLDWIDE* & AWARDED
or equivalent; or
• a completed graduate certificate
Financial Advice Regulatory and Legal
Obligations FIVE-STARS^
Investment Management ^2017 QS Stars Ratings
or higher postgraduate Superannuation
qualification* from a recognised Risk Management and Insurance
higher education institution; or Estate Planning
*UniSA Business School is one of just
• a completed diploma or Taxation nine institutions in the country and 169
advanced diploma in a relevant Applied Financial Planning globally to be accredited by EQUIS.
There are a total pool of 16,585 business
field and two years relevant schools worldwide, AACSB, May 2017.
professional experience; or
• a minimum of five years relevant
professional experience. *UniSA Business School is one of just nine
institutions in the country and 180 globally to be
accredited by EQUIS, from a total pool of 16,500
Business Schools worldwide, EFMD, February 2019.
^2019 QS Stars Ratings.
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Graduate Diploma in
FINANCIAL PLANNING XGFP
APPROVED BY: .unisaonline.edu.au/financial-planning
DEGREE INFO
100% online
1 year full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
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Bachelor of STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
BUSINESS (MANAGEMENT) XBBG
.unisaonline.edu.au/management
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Discover the fundamentals of modern management,
which involve the coordination of people, money Natasha Smith
and technology.
Management student
. evelop the skills to effectively lead and manage
D QLD
people, teams and organisations.
“I was so nervous about going
. ain problem-solving and leadership skills to achieve
G back to uni because it had
key business objectives. been so long. I was worried
Apply your knowledge in the workplace while you study
I’d be out of touch with my
and improve your business management skills before academic skills and questioned
you graduate. whether I’d missed the boat.
Explore entrepreneurship and innovation and learn the But my experience has been
process of launching a new venture. great so far and the support has
been extremely encouraging.
Graduate with a solid grasp of business fundamentals
such as international business, economics and accounting After my degree, my sights are
as well as business operations and intelligence. set on opening my own family
business, promoting regional
tourism, good food and wine.
CAREERS DEGREE STRUCTURE This degree has already given
Project manager / general FIRST YEAR me ideas on how we can connect
manager / management Critical Approaches to Online Learning with the community and make
consultant / risk manager /
business development
Business and Society the business a success.”
Accounting for Business
manager / entrepreneur / Business Law
innovation manager / account Quantitative Methods for Business
director / sales manager / Career Development for Professionals
business analyst / project lead Marketing Principles: Trading and
Exchange
Principles of Economics
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS SECOND YEAR
Completion of online literacy and Foundations of Human Resource UNISA BUSINESS SCHOOL
TOP 1%
numeracy test with relevant work Management
experience; or Foundation Studies Business Intelligence
program or Diploma in Business Management and Organisation
Communication and Organisational WORLDWIDE* & AWARDED
through UniSA College.
Practices
Organisational Behaviour FIVE-STARS^
Project Management: Principles and ^2017 QS Stars Ratings
Strategies
Entrepreneurship for Social and Market
Impact *UniSA Business School is one of just
Elective nine institutions in the country and 169
globally to be accredited by EQUIS.
THIRD YEAR There are a total pool of 16,585 business
Strategic Management schools worldwide, AACSB, May 2017.
International Management Ethics and
Values
Organisational Entrepreneurship *UniSA Business School is one of just nine
Organisational Leadership institutions in the country and 180 globally to be
Managing Decision Making accredited by EQUIS, from a total pool of 16,500
International Business Environments Business Schools worldwide, EFMD, February 2019.
2 x Electives ^2019 QS Stars Ratings.
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Bachelor of
BUSINESS (HUMAN RESOURCE
ACCREDITED BY:
MANAGEMENT) XBBH
unisaonline.edu.au/hr
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
KEY FEATURES
. raduate with a qualification accredited by the
G
Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI) and be
eligible for professional membership.
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Apply for our We offer a range of scholarships and grants to
support students from all walks of life.
and grants
enrolled in UniSA Online undergraduate degrees.
For more information or to check our eligibility
criteria, visit unisaonline.edu.au/scholarships
Megan Freedman
IT and Data Analytics student
UniSA Online Women in STEM Grant recipient
NSW
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Become a well-rounded marketing and
communications professional with a broad skill set
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT in social media, advertising, public relations, content
creation, marketing analytics, retailing, and brand
management.
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Bachelor of
BUSINESS (MARKETING) XBBM
.unisaonline.edu.au/marketing
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
. evelop a broad skill set in brand management,
D
advertising, retailing, strategic marketing, market
research, as well as business intelligence and analytics.
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Bachelor of
COMMUNICATION XBCD
.unisaonline.edu.au/communication
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Learn how to deliver effective communication
strategies across a range of traditional and emerging
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT media platforms with a focus on journalism, social
media and content creation.
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Develop essential digital skills including graphic
and web design, social media management, content James Grajdan
creation, video and audio production, animation and
Digital Media student
digital storytelling.
SA
Upskill in a range of digital areas required by businesses,
government departments and not-for-profits who are “I’ve always loved design and
increasingly bringing digital functions in-house. have worked on a few projects on
the side. I’d never thought I’d do
Get hands-on using the latest digital software and this as a career; I always thought
graduate with an industry-standard portfolio of work. it would be a hobby. Now that
Bring creative ideas to life in visually engaging ways to I’m in the degree, I know for
help businesses and their brands communicate with certain that this is definitely
people more effectively. the path I want to take.
. xplore how digital media has transformed the GLAM
E All the assessments encourage
(Galleries, Libraries, Archives and Museum) sector and you to act like you’re a business
removed boundaries between cultural institutions and working for a client. It’s great
audiences around the world. because it gets you thinking
. omplement your digital media expertise with
C about how to run a business, how
electives from a range of disciplines including business, to break down tasks, and how
marketing, IT and data analytics, and communication. to work with different people.”
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Bachelor of
KEY FEATURES
Explore diverse areas such as health promotion, health
ACADEMIC/INDUSTRY law and ethics, human biology, epidemiology, as well as
global, national and Aboriginal health issues.
SPOTLIGHT
Develop skills in planning, managing and evaluating
health care policy, projects, programs and services.
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Veddie Tularam
Develop the knowledge and skills to support
community health and wellbeing through a holistic Nutrition and Exercise student
approach to good nutrition and physical activity. TerryWhite Chemmart
NSW
. xplore the effects that food, nutrition, health and
E
exercise have on the biological, psychological and “I’ve been a registered
social aspects of life. pharmacist since 2010. In
. xamine diets and lifestyles for optimum health and
E order to help my patients
their associations with nutrient intake, energy output more holistically, I wanted
and obesity. to expand my knowledge,
L. earn how to maximize physical performance for remain current with health
active people. information, and learn more
about nutrition and exercise.
Be guided by experts and world-class researchers
who are at the forefront of new discoveries in The information I’ve learned
exercise and food sciences in my degree allows me to
UniSA’s research in the areas of nutrition and dietetics*, better explain concepts to
and exercise and sports science^, is recognised as well my patients, including the
above world-class. risks and benefits of certain
*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) diets and health fads.
^Results in Human Movement and Sports Science – 2018 Excellence in Research
for Australia (ERA)
The biology videos in this
degree are amazing. Although
CAREERS DEGREE STRUCTURE they’re fast, they cover
Health and wellness consultant / FIRST YEAR
important information in a
nutrition and exercise Critical Approaches to Online Learning short period of time. The way
consultant / corporate health
and wellness adviser / health
Foundations of Health and Physical
Activity they’re presented makes
promotion officer / active and
Foundations of Human Biology 1
Health and Society the concepts really easy to
healthy ageing adviser / dietary Foundations of Human Biology 2
Lifespan Growth and Motor
understand and the learning
aide / wellness coach Development
Health Promotion
experience more enjoyable.”
Foundations of Nutrition and Health
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS SECOND YEAR
Completion of online literacy and Body in Motion 1
numeracy test with relevant work Human Nutrition
Theory of Exercise Testing and
experience; or Foundation Studies Prescription 1
program or Diploma in Health Nutrition and Exercise Biochemistry
through UniSA College. Body in Motion 2
Theory of Exercise Testing and
Prescription 2
Lifespan Nutrition
Elective
THIRD YEAR
Food Safety, Quality and Security
Professional Communication to Work in
the Health Industry
Psychology of Exercise, Sport and Health
Project Management for Health and
Wellness
Food as Medicine
Nutrition for Exercise and Performance
Applications in Nutrition and Exercise
Elective
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PROGRAM FACILITATOR
SPOTLIGHT
Dr Ysabella Van Sebille
Program Facilitator
“I have always been passionate
about health – both personally
and professionally.
After completing my PhD
(Medicine), with research
centred on gastrointestinal
toxicities found in cancer
treatments, I have been heavily
involved in developing new
online education platforms
to improve teaching and
learning in human biology.
The work I’ve done in this
area, including my volunteer
roles and research output, has
resulted in multiple awards,
including the South Australian
Young Achiever of the Year
in Science and Technology.
I’m excited to share my
knowledge and expertise
with the next wave of
professionals in Australia
through UniSA Online. Our
academic team of Program
Facilitators, Online Course
Facilitators and Online Tutors
are committed to ensuring
every student is well supported
to succeed in their studies.
As a graduate, you will come
out with a well-rounded skill
set that the industry is telling
us they need, no matter where
your career takes you.”
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Bachelor of STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
COMMUNITY HEALTHXBCH
.unisaonline.edu.au/community-health
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Gain specialised non-clinical skills and knowledge
in community health and explore your passion for Shaun Mitchell
wellness.
Community Health student
Focus your studies in areas such as mental health, SA
disability and aged care.
“I’ve worked at the Women’s
. ork on real-world projects that shape the health and
W and Children’s hospital for
wellbeing of communities. the past 11 years. I started in
. raduate career-ready with the skills to easily transition
G
medical records and worked
into community health care environments. my way up to become a
supervisor in the switchboard
. e prepared for opportunities created by the National
B and communications unit.
Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
I knew I wanted to go back to
Uni, but every time I looked
I never found a degree that
CAREERS DEGREE STRUCTURE
was suitable for my lifestyle.
Community health worker / FIRST YEAR
community development officer / When I found UniSA Online it
Critical Approaches to Online Learning
health support worker / disability The Social World was like all the stars aligned.
support coordinator / aged care Foundations of Human Biology 1
coordinator / project officer / Psychology Concepts When I’m on call and need to
health policy analyst / youth Foundations of Human Biology 2
worker Exploring Global and National Health run in to work at a moment’s
First Peoples’ Health notice, I have the flexibility
Introduction to Mental Health
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS SECOND YEAR
to do that with my degree.”
Completion of online literacy and Lifespan Growth and Motor Development
numeracy test with relevant work Professional Communication to Work in
experience; or Foundation Studies the Health Industry
program or Diploma in Health Foundations of Nutrition and Health
through UniSA College. Health Promotion
Health Law, Ethics and Policy
Ageing and Disability Friendly
Environments
Project Management for Health and
Wellness
Elective
THIRD YEAR
Public Health
Supporting Dignity through Enablement
Disability and Ageing: Diversity and
Discrimination
Case Management for Consumer Directed
Care in Disability and Aged Care
Transition to Employment
Community Health Project 1
Community Health Project 2
Elective
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Bachelor of
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
AND DATA ANALYTICSXBCP
.unisaonline.edu.au/it-data-analytics
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
KEY FEATURES
. evelop a solid foundation in IT, network, database and
D
programming fundamentals, and systems analysis and
design.
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Bachelor of STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENTXBBE
.unisaonline.edu.au/construction-management
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
. repare for a career in the construction industry
P
Amanda Marjanovic
focusing on residential and low-rise buildings. Construction Management student
NSW
Learn modern construction and project management
techniques and gain a holistic understanding of the “Studying 100% online
entire project lifecycle. works perfectly for me. Some
Go on to pursue your career goals in construction universities were offering
project management, quantity surveying or building degrees that were delivered
surveying. half in a classroom and half
online, which just wouldn’t
Benefit from a degree developed in collaboration have worked for me. I have
with industry bodies such as the Australian Institute two children and studying on
of Building, Australian Institute of Building Surveyors,
campus would not be possible.
Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and the
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. The quality of my study material
L. earn from experienced academics with strong is great and the academics are
industry connections. wonderful. The fact that we’re
able to access our material
a week prior to the study
period is extremely helpful.”
CAREERS DEGREE STRUCTURE
Construction manager / FIRST YEAR
quantity surveyor / building Critical Approaches to Online
surveyor / project manager / Learning
site supervisor / estimator / Introduction to Construction
construction planner / contract Management
administrator Construction Communication
Construction 1
Construction Materials
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS Economics for Construction
Professionals OUR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT DEGREES
Completion of online literacy and
Structures 1 ARE DEVELOPED IN COLLABORATION WITH:
numeracy test with relevant work Introduction to Contract
experience; or Foundation Studies Administration
program or Diploma in Science SECOND YEAR
and Technology through UniSA
Construction Scheduling
College.
Construction 2
Quantity Surveying Practice 1 Australian Institute of
Contract Administration Building Surveyors
Structures 2
Building Estimating
Building Services
Construction Cost Planning
THIRD YEAR
Development Regulation
Sustainable Construction
Project Appraisal
Construction Environmental Science
Construction Operations and Safety
Fire Engineering
Building Surveying
Advanced Contract Administration
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Bachelor of
CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT (HONOURS) XHCM
.unisaonline.edu.au/construction-management-honours
DEGREE INFO
100% online
4 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
KEY FEATURES
Study a four-year professional degree that will prepare
you for future leadership and managerial roles in the
building and construction industry
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Bachelor of
PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
AND SOCIOLOGYXBPS
.unisaonline.edu.au/psych-science
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
KEY FEATURES
Study the only degree in Australia that formally combines Kate Lingard
two powerful perspectives on how we live as social beings.
Psychological Science and
Examine connections between human behaviour, social Sociology student
structures and social policy; and discover how these VIC
relationships shape individuals, families, communities
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and/or criminology.
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services professional in both the government and don’t feel like you are studying
community sectors. alone. I’m more engaged with
my fellow students and teaching
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Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
staff than any of my previous
higher education experiences.
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2019 THE Subject Rankings. will take me – it will open us so
many doors in different directions
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CAREERS DEGREE STRUCTURE
Disability support coordinator / FIRST YEAR
planner / local area coordinator / Critical Approaches to Online Learning
aged care coordinator / The Social World
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Bachelor of
CRIMINAL JUSTICEXBCJ
.unisaonline.edu.au/criminal-justice
DEGREE INFO
100% online
3 years full-time
January, April, June, September
Part-time study available
10-15 hours per week per course
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
KEY FEATURES
Explore the inner workings of the criminal justice
system and discover how it responds to crime and
promotes justice for individuals and the community.
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Are you
eligible? APPLY
UNDERGRADUATE
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ADMISSION CRITERIA
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short questions to see if you’re eligible.
• Passed a UniSA Online literacy and numeracy
You’ll be given an option to continue your
test and have relevant work experience; or
application, save it for later or request a
• Completed a UniSA Foundations Studies call back from a Degree Adviser if you
program or equivalent; or have any questions.
• Qualified for Special Entry.
Recent secondary education
• Completed a secondary education
qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an
interstate year 12 or international qualification.
Gather your relevant
Online literacy and numeracy test documents
In order to sit the test, you’ll need to complete
If you’re eligible, you’ll receive
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a UniSA Online application and provide
evidence of relevant work experience. an email outlining the entry
requirements and the relevant
documentation you need in order
Residency requirements to be considered.
Even though this degree is taught online, you must
meet the following residency requirements:
• if you are an Australian citizen, you must be a
resident in Australia for at least some of your
degree to be eligible for admission; or
• if you are a Permanent Resident, permanent Complete your application and
Humanitarian visa holder, or New Zealand
citizen, you must be a resident in Australia for
send through your documents
all of your degree to be eligible for admission. To complete your application, you’ll be
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