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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Southern Cross University got the top rating for 'well above world standard' in six research areas. There are quite a few academic and research programs at the university. All the undergraduate and postgraduate programs are organized into 6 schools, 2 colleges, and 2 research centers. The university maintains School of Health and Human Sciences, School of Education, School of Arts and Social Sciences, School of Environment, Science and Engineering, School of Business and Tourism, School of Law and Justice, SCU College, Centre for Peace and Social Justice, National Marine Science Centre, and Gnibi College of Indigenous Australian Peopl
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Below is the comparison between SCU and Australian Catholic University based on fee and rankings:
University Name | QS World Rankings 2024 | First-Year Tuition Fee* |
|---|---|---|
Southern Cross University | 701-750 | INR 14.5 Lacs - INR 18 lakh |
801-1000 | INR 6.6 Lacs - INR 22.2 lakh |
*The fee is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
SCU alumni network includes famous personalities. Check below names of the some of the famous alumni of Southern Cross University:
- Linda Reynolds (Australian Politician)
- Ashok Lavasa (1980 batch Indian Administrative Service officer of Haryana cadre)
- Mickalene Thomas (African-American visual artist)
- Justin Harrison (Australian international rugby union player)
- Tamara Smith (Australian Politician)
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
SCU has been ranked by multiple ranking agencies. Check below some of the SCU rankings:
- Southern Cross University is ranked between 701 and 750 in QS World Rankings 2024.
- US News and World Report 2024 ranked SCU at 997 position in Best Global Universities.
- In THE 2023 rankings, the university was ranked between 351 and 400.
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
The dining plan is a quarterly allocation of purchasing points for students living on-campus or in SCU neighborhood units.
- First-years can only select from the Preferred or Basic Plan.
- Sophomores can select from three plans, the Preferred, Basic and the Apartment Plan (if they are living in an apartment-style accommodation).
- Senior’s can select from four plans, either the Preferred, Basic, Junior/Senior Plan and the Apartment Plan (if living in an apartment-style accommodation).
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Yes, the university provides accommodation. Check below the Southern Cross University accommodation options:
Unilodge Coffs Harbour: The campus includes eateries and cafés, the library, student services, individual and group study spaces, a recreation hall and fitness centre as well as a stunning Health Sciences Building.
Unilodge Lismore: It has four-bedroom apartments located on campus that are modern and fully furnished with fantastic residential and recreational facilities.
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Yes, Southern Cross University has a career hub for the support of the students. The resources at career hub will help students find part-time and graduate jobs, learn valuable networking and career management skills and kick-start their career.
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2 years agoGuide-Level 15
Southern Cross University admission deadlines are released for onshore and offshore students. Check below the tentative schedule:
Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 4 Deadline | Sep 3, 2025 |
| Term 5 Deadline | Oct 29, 2025 |
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