Bachelor of Business Information Systems
31 May 2021
13 Sep 2021
14 Feb 2022
This course is delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd, ABN 99 154 937 005, RTO 41343, CRICOS 03389E.
What is a Bachelor of Business Information Systems?
A Bachelor of Business Information Systems develops the technical and creative skills required for making effective ICT business decisions in a global context. This course delivers a grounding in business analysis, data management and systems infrastructure, as well as leadership, team-building and project management skills. Business Information Systems degree graduates have the flexibility to take on an ever-evolving business climate.
Flexible study options
Customise your course so you can study online, on campus or a combination of both.
Future-proof your business career
Share our connections with industry partners to upgrade your business practice. See the world of work from a range of different perspectives.
Tap into the best business minds
Their insights will help shape you into the next generation of business leaders.
Course overview
This course is a candidate for accreditation with the ACBSP.
Career opportunities
You will graduate with everything you need to operate and manage information systems in dynamic 21st-century organisations, as well as an understanding of how technological change impacts on contemporary businesses. This suite of skills will set you up to take charge across a broad array of organisations, at different scales and sizes.
Career paths
- Business Analyst
- Business Development Management
- Business Process Analyst
- Business Requirements Analyst
- Database Designer/Administrator/Programmer
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Career paths
- Business Analyst
- Business Development Management
- Business Process Analyst
- Business Requirements Analyst
- Database Designer/Administrator/Programmer
Subjects and units
This course comprises of 24 subjects, which includes 16 core subjects and 8 elective subjects. Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising 3 hours of facilitated study and 7 hours self-directed study.
International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. Most face-to-face courses are also available online. Please note that due to COVID-19 pandemic, authorities have provided exceptions to the usual face-to-face learning requirements.
International students on a student visa are required to study full time, i.e. the student must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year.
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Year 1
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Year 2
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Year 3
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Electives
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Business Communications | BIZ101The aim of this subject is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to enhance your personal effectiveness, employability, and academic success. This subject introduces you to the concepts of business communications and transferable academic skills. You will examine the different stakeholders and communication contexts which occur in the internal and external business environment, developing the skills and knowledge to effectively interpret and deliver messages in a variety of business situations. This subject will provide you with essential business skills in information literacy, presenting, writing, academic integrity and the use of technology.
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Understanding People and Organisations | BIZ102The aim of this subject is to develop an understanding of modern organisations, their structure and how people collaborate within these structures to achieve the organisation’s strategic objectives and deal with the uncertainty of the 21st Century economy. This knowledge will form a foundation of theoretical knowledge about organisational behaviour that will be built on in future subjects. Moreover, it will develop the student’s emotional intelligence and the understanding of their strengths and their application in the business context. These learning objectives will be achieved through a mixture of theoretical readings, class discussions and group projects focusing on how theoretical concepts apply to the work environment. Additionally, reflective journals will be used to apply theory to develop the students own professional capability.
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Foundations of Information Systems | MIS100This subject is designed to prepare students for a career in a business information systems field as a Business Analyst (BA). They will gain insight into organisation and functions of a modern computer and communication and software components that support it. Through awareness of potential and limitations of systems and technologies students will work with testing and verifying data, develop confidence and competence in ability to understand, analyse, and apply information technology. The principles and importance of the agile methodology will be applied to the BA space.
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Information Systems for Business | MIS101This subject provides a context for information systems by exploring computer architecture - specifically hardware, software and peripherals. You will be introduced to logic, mathematics for computing, business process architecture and Information Communication Technology (ICT) for business organisations. Topics covered will include emerging technologies and ethical and legal implications for business in information systems (IS).
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Data and Networking | MIS102The management of data underpins most aspects of information system at both theoretical and practical levels. Data is often stored in a distributed environment and management requires students to build an understanding of data networking, data communication, MS windows and network administration. This subject sets the foundations for many subsequent subjects in this course.
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Information Systems Project Management | PRO100Students will be introduced to knowledge, tools, and techniques to manage projects successfully through a project life cycle, and to the language used by practitioners in conjunction with the terminology recognised by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Explore PM knowledge areas and process groups of PMBOK guide. Examine how the dimensions of project management interact in initiating (scoping), planning, executing (launching), monitoring and controlling, and closing a project.
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Accounting for Decision Making | BIZ201The subject aims to provide non-accounting students with a broad, business-based introduction to the conceptual foundations of accounting and finance. The use of management accounting information assists in key areas of planning, controlling, reporting, and decision making. It introduces students to basic concepts and functions of the balance sheet, profit and loss statements, cash flow statements, techniques for analysing financial statements investment decisions, full costing and opportunity costing analysis and managing working capital.
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Principles of Programming | MIS200This subject is designed to introduce students to programming as a tool for developing systems and addressing business need. Students will be introduced to and employ an integrated development environment (IDE) to create, compile, test and run programs, applying object-oriented concepts to construct classes and methods. This subject will be tailored to student levels of expertise and expose students to a variety of programming languages to equip them with an understanding of the requirements in business. Illustrate the design of an application using universal modelling language (UML) diagrams.
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Database Fundamentals | MIS201Students will learn the importance of data in a centralised environment and the problems inherent in creating, storing, and managing that data. This subject will explore relational database design and modelling and students will learn how to handle data anomalies and the process of data integration. During this subject you will explore an organisation’s need for a data warehouse, learn about data visualisation and evaluate dashboard designs to view data.
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App, Web Design and Development | MIS202This practical subject follows on from Principles of Programming and further develops student skills in App development and web design applying current practices used in industry. Students will design, build and test their solution to a common business problem/opportunity.
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Micro-services Architecture Cloud and Web IS | MIS203This subject introduces students to the fundamentals of micro-services architecture, software-as-a-service and cloud computing architectures. The focus of this subject is on the business aspects of these solutions to position students to build confidence in negotiating and managing outsourced business projects and/or solutions.
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System Analysis and Design | MIS300This subject introduces you to activities, techniques, and methodologies a Systems Analyst uses to design information systems that, when built, enhance the organisation’s ability to meet its goals. These include analysing and defining systems requirements, designing models, and the high-level behaviours of systems. The subject addresses approaches to analysis and design, and the transformation of user requirements to system design using the unified modelling language (UML).
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Cybersecurity | MIS301The management of security continues to be a major challenge for organisations because of the nature of data management. This subject addresses the need for management of unintended or irresponsible uses of information in organisations. It will explore fundamental information security concepts such as identity management, authentication and monitoring. You will develop the skills to identify and recommend solutions to mitigate against threats and vulnerabilities in network and system security.
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Agile Business Analysis | MIS302Agile Business Analysts use Agile methodologies, which are founded in adaptive iterative planning cycles. These cycles support early delivery and continuous improvement that are responsive in rapidly changing environments. You will learn how to put these methodologies into practice as a domain expert working with organisational stakeholders. These include primary techniques used by Agile teams and you will develop skills for documenting requirements, conceptual modelling, and solution development.
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Professional Ethics | MIS303The subject is based around the foundations of the codes of ethics that underpin professional practice in the Information Systems (IS) industry. You will develop an understanding of what professional ethics means and its relationship to legal frameworks in the IS industry, and you will use this understanding to analyse case studies of the unethical use of technology. The aim is for you to learn to practise ethical behaviour, maintain integrity in your profession, and contribute positively to the IS industry and society.
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Industry Consulting Project/Capstone | IND301BThis capstone subject enables you to be industry-ready by providing you with the opportunity to integrate and apply your knowledge of Business Information Systems (BIS) to a real-world situation. Central to this project is the research, analysis and evaluation of an organisations requirements to enable them to achieve their strategic goals and vision. You will address issues by using information systems, and give insights and recommendations on technology capabilities that will benefit the organisations strategy through critical analysis, reflective and reflexive practice.
- Year 1 - two 100 level
- Year 2 - three 200 level
- Year 3 - three 300 level
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Exploring Gastronomy | EGY101This subject introduces the student to gastronomy and gastronomic heritage, focussing on the role of beverages, the history of meals and their significance to both guests and service providers, the history and importance of restaurants and the development of gastronomic writing. Contemporary regional and indigenous cuisines are explored, including the importance of ethical foods such as organics, the slow food movement, socially responsible food and sustainable or eco gastronomy. This subject focuses strongly on gastronomic tourism, and uses case studies and practical assessments of both Australian and international gastronomic destinations to illustrate the rise, opportunities and challenges and innovations of sustaining such tourism. The impacts of gastronomic tourism, issues relating to regional destination marketing, and the growth of both food and wine tourism are examined through an introduction to wine varieties and their influence on food.
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Introduction to Events | EVN101This subject provides an introduction to the nature and characteristics of the event industry, which has developed into a significant business sector. It covers the different types of events that make up the industry, job opportunities, the many stakeholders involved, how an event is developed and staged, as well as the importance of this sector in the economic and social development of the community.
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Event Concepts and Design | EVT101AThis subject introduces the student to the event design and development process; from initial concept through to implementation. The subject aims to expose the student to varied event themes and design concepts whilst introducing them to the implementation (operations and staging) issues that accompany the design process.
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Front Office Operations | FOO101The Rooms Division within a hotel is a key revenue generating area within the context of hotel operations. This subject will introduce students to the Front Office department within the Rooms Division and how it plays an integral role in the overall customer experience. In particular, students will learn how critical the effective use of Property Management System (PMS) Micros Opera can contribute to the overall guest experience through the various functions within it. Students will cover daily front desk/reception tasks like: Complete guest reservation, check daily arrivals accurately, allocate rooms, complete guest registration, check guests in and out of their rooms and complete invoicing of guest charges within typical workplace time constraints. In addition prepare and distribute relevant departmental reports.
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Consumer Behaviour | MKG102This unit introduces students to the main aspects of consumer behaviour, including the societal, family and cultural influences on behaviour. The unit examines vital topics such as consumer learning, needs and wants, motivations, perceptions and experience, and specific consumer behaviours and the factors involved in consumer decision making. Students undertaking this unit are encouraged to critically appraise their own buying behaviour, which in turn assists them in acquiring, critically examining, and communicating information from a range of different sources.
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Understanding Advertising | MKT102AUnderstanding Advertising introduces students to the fundamentals of advertising and explains how students can use this important tool to solve communication problems in today’s complex and fast-changing world. The unit provides an introduction to the advertising industry and the process of creating advertisements for different media. It begins by looking at the initial steps of advertising planning and research, differentiation and targeting, and the development of an advertising strategy.
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Integrated Marketing Communications | MKT103AIntegrated Marketing Communications provides students with a contemporary view on the use of all different promotional tools available to marketers today such as sales promotions, direct marketing, advertising, personal selling and public relations. The unit explores how marketers can increase the number of touch points a brand can explore among its target audience in a consistent and effective manner.
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Place, Culture and Destination Management | PCD101This subject introduces students to the strategic management of tourism destinations. Students will explore the role of destination management organisations (DMOs) and the challenges they face in destination management & marketing. The subject examines the factors that contribute to destination image formation and strategies used to ensure that destinations are viewed by consumers as desired by the DMO. Students will investigate the influence of culture on the tourist experience and strategies used by destinations to manage barriers to successful cross-cultural communication In addition, emerging international tourism trends will be considered from the perspective of the major generating and destination regions. This subject will provide an opportunity for in-depth study of issues and aspects critical to tourism destination management, including planning, management and marketing.
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Understanding Public Relations | PRN101AThe subject introduces students to key communication and Public Relations theories, as well as to the history of Public Relations. The relevance of basic communication and mass communication theory within the field of Public Relations is discussed and applied. The subject demonstrates the ethical and legal implications of Public Relations decision making through case studies, application and debate. Different contexts and subfields are explored, with specific reference to emerging technologies and the changing social environment. The role of public relations as a relationship builder and reputation manager is developed together with current issues and cutting edge topics such as risk communication, interactive media, deep branding, social networking, media and regulatory convergence. The transformations in contemporary communication industries and global patterns will be of special significance.
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Introduction to PR Writing | PRN102AThis subject encompasses the fundamentals of PR Writing. The subject explains the Australian media environment to public relations students, including media ownership and the differences between media forms. It introduces students to the main aspects of public relations writing, including selecting the right medium, writing for a range of different media such as internet, broadcast, speeches, and publications, as well as learning to write for ‘campaigns’, undertaking financial and annual report writing. It also provides students with a comprehensive style guide that they can use as a reference when working in the industry. Students also develop a thorough understanding of emerging media technologies and how they influence public relations writing. The subject provides students with a background of the ethical and legal issues associated with public relations and provides information on dealing with crisis communications, such as natural disasters or company problems caused by bad planning or poor decisions.
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Introduction to Sport Management | SPO101In this subject students will be introduced to the field of Sport Management. Students will investigate the historical foundations of sport, management principles, socio-cultural influences of sport, and the role of governance in sport. Students will investigate the role sport plays in building communities and analyse the importance that professional sport plays in contemporary society.
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Sports Marketing | SPO102Marketing of sports and recreation is more than simply about the product; it is about broader health and wellness, entertainment, community and generating team or brand loyalty. This unit applies the marketing principles and mix to the field of sports and recreation, to take a broader view on how marketing can support health promotion and advocacy through sport.
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Introduction to Tourism, Hospitality and Events | THE101This subject explores the major components and organisational structure of the hospitality, tourism and events industries. It presents historical development, opportunities and current trends in relation to food service, lodging, tourism, and event management. Topics will include key issues within the larger visitor economy discipline including transportation and distribution systems, attractions, accommodation, and event management. This subject will introduce students to both global and local brands as well as develop skills required to source information on the tourism, hospitality and events industries. In addition, students will investigate potential career paths in the tourism, hospitality & events industry and incorporate their Gallup Strengths into their future career planning.
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The Tourist Experience | TTE101This subject introduces students to the conceptual approaches to the study and management of tourist experiences by combining the perspectives of the tourist consumer with that of experience managers. The subject begins by examining the social construction of the tourist experience, the psychology of the tourist, tourist motivation and the journey from desire to execution and the various influences. It then explores the different interactions of tourists with tourism service providers, hosts and host cultures. In addition it considers how tourist operators manage tourist satisfaction and assesses and evaluates the tourist experience.
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Food and Beverage Management | HOS203A
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Event Management and Operations | EVT201AThis subject focuses on the practical and theoretical knowledge required to plan and execute an event, based on an approved consultation, brief or directive. Students will gain an understanding of the essential components of event management and operations, including resources, processes and outcomes that must be considered, critical documents to prepare and stakeholder communication requirements.
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Sports Events | EVT206AThis unit explores the sport event in depth. It takes the student through the depth and breadth of the sport event industry and the process of delivering a sport event. Students will examine the importance of the sport event sector to the Australian economy and culture, and explore some of the social and ethical impacts of sport. Students will be introduced to unique aspects of sport events and the specific tools used to deliver and manage them. Students will have the opportunity to become familiar with sport event scheduling and the issues surrounding implementing and managing large scale sporting events.
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Project Management | MGT201ABusinesses today are increasingly adopting a project-based approach to undertake and manage a diverse mix of business activities ranging from recruitment and change management to product development and implementation. Project management allows organisations to more effectively manage human and financial resources and to meet specific time constraints. This subject introduces students to the field of project management. It explores the historical development of project management and introduces students to the Project Management Body of Knowledge. It examines the theoretical underpinnings of project management and looks at such specific elements as the project life cycle, the role of the project manager, the use of project teams, issues affecting project implementation, and planning, scheduling, and costing. It also explores how technology is used to assist in the management of projects and discusses various project management tools.
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Business-2-Business Marketing | MKG201Business-to-Business Marketing introduces students to the principles of industrial marketing, also known as B2B. The subject highlights the importance of firms in building strong relationships with their business clients in the process of value creation. Students will develop an understanding of business markets and the business marketing environment and will build upon their knowledge of marketing principles and market segmentation to formulate their own B2B marketing strategy.
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Digital Marketing Communications | MKG203This subject introduces students to new digital and interactive technologies that can be used in the development of marketing strategies. It also highlights the integration of digital marketing communications with traditional marketing communication strategies and practices. It builds upon integrated marketing communications principles and focuses more closely on the latest developments in digital marketing techniques. The subject examines vital topics such as digital marketing communications planning, social media marketing, web design, search marketing, email marketing. It also recognises the role of ethics and regulatory bodies in guiding professional digital marketing practice.
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Marketing and Audience Research | MKT202AThis unit provides students with both theoretical knowledge and practical application of the quantitative and qualitative marketing research process. It begins with the concept of marketing research and the research process. It discusses how to design a research project and define the research question. It identifies primary and secondary data sources, and introduces students to qualitative and quantitative research and introductory analytical methods.
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Project Management in Tourism | PMT201Tourism businesses today are increasingly adopting a project-based approach to undertake and manage a diverse mix of business activities ranging from recruitment and change management to product development and implementation. Project management allows organisations to more effectively manage human and financial resources and to meet specific time constraints. This subject introduces students to the field of logistics and project management from a tourism context. It explores the historical development of project management and introduces students to the Project Management Body of Knowledge and how the concepts are applied from a customer travel itinerary through to implementation of marketing strategies.
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Content Creation for Social Media | PRL201This subject explores the scope and application of the various channels available in the modern Public Relations landscape. Students will learn about the speed of transmission afforded by modern media channels and how to maximise the return on investment (ROI) by using these mediums, highlighting the benefits and risks associated with these most modern methods of social interaction and communication.
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Advanced PR Writing | PRL202This subject allows students to refine the theory that they have learned in the course, take their understanding and application of PR to another level and put it into action. Students will further investigate media channel strategies, while focusing on the production of context driven written materials, with an emphasis on the completion of an industry standard Public Relations writing portfolio.
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Corporate Communications | PRL203In Corporate Communications the student will focus on all elements and applications of Public Relations in corporate and professional contexts. Students will address the tactics and strategies around Issues and Crisis Management, Stakeholder Management, Not for Profit, Government and Community Relations, and well as the fundamentals of corporate and financial Public Relations and the benefits of corporate and community relationships.
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Sports Law | SPO201Sports law as a discipline cuts across a number of areas of law such as corporation law, contract law, employment law, competition law, intellectual property, criminal law and tort law. In addition, there are a number of areas of law which are specific to sport such as anti-doping policy, sports disciplinary issues, player agency and selection processes. This subject will examine a number of these areas and will analyse the way in which sport and law interact. Students will analyse a number of legal issues connected to the organisation of sporting events, the communication of such events to the public, and participation in sporting events and organisations.
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Managing Teams | SPO202There are more to sports teams than the team playing the sport. There are the support teams, the behind the scenes teams, the training teams, and so forth. Being able to manage a team in different circumstances for different outcomes is the focus of this unit, drawing on theory and practice from industry as well as sports literature, paying particular attention to different leadership models and team roles.
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Managing Sports Facilities | SPO203This subject requires students investigate how to manage, plan and evaluate the sporting facilities that sports teams and local communities rely on for their recreational and sporting needs. Different types of sports venues, construction and refurbishment, venue design, risk management, technology, and venue management will be discussed in detail.
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Events Policy and Strategy | EVN301This unit provides students with the opportunity to examine strategic management functions and process in the context of events. It examines, current event strategies within organisations, governments and communities and examines the long term plans that impact on events which drives the event portfolio or program for communities and businesses. The unit focuses on the application of the latest thinking on the area of strategic management to the event environment reinforcing a strategic planning and management framework.
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Events Consulting Project | EVN302
This subject is designed to give students the opportunity to apply their learning in an industry setting and utilise an array of relevant frameworks, models and other analytical tools.
Students will have the chance to participate in teams while working on a practical, real life client case that will simulate an authentic industry project. Students will identify the main issues of a business problem/opportunity; formulate sound recommendations to address the problem/opportunity; and communicate these in a concise and clear manner to clients.
Students completing the subject are eligible for 60 hours of credit towards the 320 hours of industry placement.
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Resort and Spa Management | HOS302A
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Marketing Strategy | MKT301AThrough an integration of marketing theories, concepts and models studied in previous marketing subjects, in this subject students will be taught how to apply advanced analytical, planning and implementation skills in the field of marketing, as well the role marketing strategy plays within the overall business strategy and organisation goals. It covers the principles and techniques of creating, implementing, and evaluating a marketing strategy, including the analysis of market opportunities and formulating marketing strategies for a variety of different business environments. This subject culminates with a discussion of useful tools and techniques for developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating a marketing plan.
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International Marketing | MKT303AThis subject introduces students to the theories and principles of international marketing. The first part of the course examines the economic, financial, legal, political and cultural issues affecting global marketing and business operations. Students will then discuss the profile of international consumers, the evolving global consumer culture and the opportunities that exist for international marketing. The second part of the course looks at the development of international marketing strategies and takes into account research methods, data analysis techniques and marketing mix decisions.
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Brand and Product Management | MKT304AThis subject provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical application of the brand building process and the role of the marketing mix within it. It begins with the strategic importance of brand management and presents a consumer-focused model of brand equity. It explores the contribution of advertising to strategies for building and sustaining strong brands over time.
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Health and Advocacy Strategies | SPO301This course challenges students to utilize sports and recreation to make an impact. Mental health problems and disorders contribute significantly to the burden of disease; unipolar depression is now the second leading cause of disability worldwide. Students will learn about the strong relationship between mental health and physical health. Mental health disorders and problems with alcohol and other drugs are closely intertwined and linked to the social determinants of health for which sport and recreation can play a pivotal role. It introduces students to being change agents, teaching them how to recognise health needs in a community and equipping them with the skills they need to communicate to a wide variety of audiences, preparing them to engage with communities to promote health and engage in health advocacy with intersectoral stakeholders and influencers. Strategies to engage with different communities through sport, and form of partnerships with other sectors will be a key focus of this subject.
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Sports Consulting Project | SPO302
This subject is designed to give students the opportunity to apply their learning in an industry setting and utilise an array of relevant frameworks, models and other analytical tools. Students will have the chance to participate in teams while working on a practical, real life client case that will simulate an authentic industry project. Students will identify the main issues of a business problem/opportunity; formulate sound recommendations to address the problem/opportunity; and communicate these in a concise and clear manner to clients.
Students completing the subject are eligible for 60 hours of credit towards the 320 hours of industry placement.
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Destinations Management | TOU302A
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Airline Management | TOU303A
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Management Leadership and Professional Practice | COMR2000This course introduces students to their intended profession, the business environment and organisations, and the role of ethical standards, communication skills and behaviour in the practice of their profession. It discusses the relevant ethical codes and behaviour norms and how they should be applied in professional situations.
Industry partners and work placements
Learning outcomes
- Establish expertise in traditional aspects of business alongside IT elements
- Harness the power of technology to streamline systems and improve processes
- Explore the role of budgeting and finance in business information systems
- Understand how to collect, use and store data so it can support the decision-making process
Why study with us?
Choose your student type for entry requirements, fees and scholarships
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Domestic
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International
Admissions criteria and pathways: Domestic students
OR work and life experience that demonstrates skills and knowledge gained through paid or unpaid employment, formal learning and/or non-formal learning (presented on a current resume with attached cover letter).
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.Fees: Domestic students
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Domestic fees
Check the Domestic Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course.
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FEE-HELPEligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.
Scholarships: Domestic students
We’re serious about supporting your studies from start to success, which is why we offer the opportunity to earn a reduction in your course fees, so you can focus on getting into a career you’ll love.
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Scholarship types
Admissions criteria and pathways: International students
OR alternative entry requirement may be available. Contact the International Admissions team for more information.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.Learn more about study pathways.Fees: International students
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International fees
Check the International Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.
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Fee payment
Course fees can be paid in 3 instalments, each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.
Scholarships: International students
We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.
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Scholarship types
How to Apply: International students
Key intake dates
31 May 2021 | 13 September 2021 | 14 February 2022
Frequently asked questions
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What does admissions criteria mean?
Admissions criteria is a set of criteria that must be met to be eligible to apply for a chosen course.
To gain entry to an accredited undergraduate course at Torrens University Australia, applicants must both satisfy general admissions criteria and meet any additional course requirements where specified.
All admissions criteria and course-specific requirements apply consistently across campus locations and study modes. To find out more, visit admissions criteria.
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What if I don’t meet the entry criteria for a degree?
Torrens University Australia has recognised pathways to help you gain entry into our bachelor degrees based on different criteria.
To find out more, visit Study pathways or contact one of our knowledgeable Course and Careers Advisors.
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Can I get course credit for previous experience?
Yes, course credit is available upon application and academic approval.
If you have already completed a qualification or have relevant work experience, you may be able to receive credits towards your degree. This credit can take the form of credit transfer, block credit or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Our Program Directors will carefully review the learning gained from your previous qualification and/or experience to ensure we provide you with credit towards our degrees whenever appropriate. Review our course credits page or chat to one of Course and Careers Advisors.
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What are course credits?
Course credits are credits that can be applied to your course based on your prior experience or qualifications. To find out more, visit course credits
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What are Torrens University Australia’s courses’ ATAR requirements?Torrens University Australia no longer considers ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) as our primary entry requirement. We have removed ATAR as the key admissions criteria for applicants aiming to study at Torrens University Australia. We strongly believed an alternative to the ATAR system should be found, which more broadly assesses students, especially when soft skills are emerging as important employability attributes. So, students with a recent secondary school education are now considered for admission if they have a Year 12 (Australian secondary school) certificate.
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Am I a domestic or an international student?
Domestic students are Australian and Permanent Residents. International students are those who hold citizenship or Permanent Resident status of all other countries.
International students from countries whose first official language is one other than English need to provide evidence of English Language Proficiency.
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How do Torrens University Australia fees charge?
Torrens University Australia is a full-fee paying institution. To find out more, visit Tuition Fees.
Domestic students may be eligible for FEE-HELP. For more information on FEE-HELP, please visit: https://www.studyassist.gov.au/.
Please note we do not currently offer any full fee waivers for international students. We do not offer stipends or living allowances.
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How much are Torrens University Australia courses?
For a full list of tuition fees, visit Tuition Fees.
Remember, if you're an Australian citizen or permanent resident, your fees can be covered by FEE-HELP. You can find out more information on FEE-HELP on the StudyAssist website at https://www.studyassist.gov.au/fee-help or contact us and we can guide you through the process.
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Am I eligible for FEE-HELP?
To get a FEE-HELP loan, you must:
- be an Australian citizen and study at least part of your course in Australia, or
- be a New Zealand Special Category visa (SCV) holder or permanent humanitarian visa holder and meet the residency requirements.
- be enrolled in a fee-paying place at a provider that offers FEE-HELP loans
- be enrolled in an eligible course at your provider by the census date (your provider can tell you if your course is eligible)
- submit the Request for FEE-HELP form to your provider by the census date
- not have already borrowed up to your HELP loan limit.
Permanent residents can only get FEE-HELP for approved bridging studies.
If you are studying at a non-university, you will also need to meet the ‘pass rate’ requirements.
You can find out more information on the StudyAssist website at https://www.studyassist.gov.au/fee-help or speak to a Course and Careers Advisor and we can guide you through the process.
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Can I apply for FEE-HELP?
To be eligible for FEE-HELP you need to be an Australian citizen , and have a tax file number. You must also be studying at an approved higher education provider, such as Torrens University Australia.
You can find out more information on the StudyAssist website at https://www.studyassist.gov.au/fee-help or contact us and we can guide you through the process.
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How do I apply for FEE-HELP?
If you receive an offer from Torrens University Australia, and you meet the eligibility requirements, you may be eligible for FEE-HELP. You will need to complete a Commonwealth Assistance Form if you want to defer payment of some, or all, of your tuition fees. You will need to quote your tax file number or provide a Certificate of Application for a Tax File Number. The form must be completed before the due date.
You can find out more information on the StudyAssist website at https://www.studyassist.gov.au/fee-help or speak to our Course and Careers Advisors and we can guide you through the process.
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Is there a FEE-HELP limit?
For 2020, the HELP loan limit is $106,319 for most students. The Australian Government publishes the HELP Loan limit on their website.
FEE-HELP is a loan scheme that assists eligible fee-paying students to pay their tuition costs. Eligible students can borrow up to the FEE-HELP limit to pay their tuition fees. Note: Any loan fees that were applied to study prior to January 1, 2019 will not count towards your FEE-HELP limit.
Students repay the loan to the Australian Government through the tax system once a student reaches the minimum income threshold level for repayment, which for 2019-20 is $45,881.
You can find out more information on the StudyAssist website at https://www.studyassist.gov.au/fee-help or Contact Us and we can guide you through the process.
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What courses are available for FEE-HELP?To find out more, visit How to Apply.
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What is FEE-HELP?
FEE-HELP is a loan scheme that assists eligible full-fee-paying students pay their tuition costs.
You must be studying at an approved FEE-HELP provider in order to access a FEE-HELP loan, such as Torrens University Australia.
A FEE-HELP loan does not cover costs like accommodation, laptops or textbooks, and must be repaid once you start earning above a certain income threshold.
To find out more, visit the Study Assist website: https://www.studyassist.gov.au/help-loans/fee-help.
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Is there anything I can do to prepare for Torrens University Australia?
There are lots of resources to help you prepare for university life. Attend one of our workshops or events and get some tips firsthand from our industry-focused lecturers and current students.
The events programs range in topic and delivery mode, so there should always be one to suit your needs. At any time you can contact one of our Course and Careers Advisors to talk through your career goals. They can guide you on what to expect and how you can get prepared earlier. If you know exactly which course you want to enrol in, you could take advantage of the early entry program.
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What is the Early Entry Program?
The Torrens University Australia Early Entry Program has been created to allow you to apply and secure your place for your chosen course before you finish your Year 12 exams.
To find out more, visit Early Entry Program or email enquiries@tua.edu.au or phone 1300 575 803.
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How do I apply?
Applying is easy and can be done online by filling out the apply form. If you have any difficulty, please contact a Course and Careers Advisor, who can talk you through the process.
ALL SA/SACE and Victorian high school students must apply through SATAC and/or VTAC. Search for Torrens University Australia, Billy Blue College of Design or Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School. International applicants may also need to demonstrate compliance with relevant legislative requirements, for example, requirements for student visas (this does not apply for online study outside of Australia).
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How will I know if my application has been processed?Our Course and Careers Advisors will help you through every step of the application process and provide you with updates. If your application is successful, you will receive an offer letter via email.
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I am having trouble with my application. Who can help?Our friendly Course and Careers Advisors are available to answer all your questions and guide you through the application process. Fill out the contact us form and one of them will reach out to you.
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What are pathways?
All Torrens University Australia courses have specific entry requirements, but we also offer multiple pathways into courses when you don’t meet those entry requirements.
There are different pathways for different courses. For example, we offer a range of diploma courses which pathway into bachelor degrees in Business, Design and Creative Technology, Health and Hospitality. We also have graduate certificate and graduate diploma courses which pathway into masters courses in Business, Global Project Management, Sports Management, Health, Education, Design and Hospitality.
For more information on different types of pathways available, visit study pathways.
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How can I pay for my course?
Payment information will be outlined in your offer letter but there are a couple of different options:
- Upfront payment via credit card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer
- Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
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What are the key dates for 2021?To find out more, visit Key Dates.
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What are the semester and term dates?
Torrens University Australia has three main intakes each year, usually during February, June and September. There are also a range of accelerated intake dates available, meaning if you just miss the start date, you don’t have to wait until the next intake.
You can apply any time throughout the year for the next intake start date – or a future start date if you are planning ahead. Different semester dates apply for Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School as well as some of our other courses.
To find out more, visit key dates.
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