Claims & proof point sources
We’re recognised by several organisations and industry bodies both here in Australia and overseas. The claims and proof points that we publish on our website are verified and linked to sources from government reports, rankings and graduate surveys.
| Claim headline | Claim description | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Top 10 for teaching quality | Our students ranked us 7th in Australia for teaching quality | QILT, Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching, Student Experience Survey 2021 l Results released in August 2022. Current as of 20 October 2022. www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/student-experience-survey-(ses) |
| 1:1 guidance from industry experts | Learn from passionate experts who offer industry insights and work-ready skills |
Our academics and success coaches can offer you expertise and guidance so you can find a placement in the field you love. Current as of 20 October 2022. https://www.torrens.edu.au/studying-with-us/industry-led-learning |
| Ultimate flexibility | Customise your course and study online, on campus or a blend of both. |
Torrens University domestic students have the option to study a variety of courses in different delivery modes, including on-campus, online-only and a blend of the two. Please note that certain hospitality courses cannot be studied fully online. Current as of 20 October 2022. |
| Flexible entry requirements | We offer a range of alternative pathways to university because we believe everyone should have access to further education. |
Torrens University Australia provides a range of pathways to university study as part of our commitment to equity and a belief that everyone should have access to further education. We also recognise skills and knowledge gained in previous study, life and work experience, and offer course credit and Recognition of Prior Learning. https://www.torrens.edu.au/how-to-apply/admissions-criteria/information-set |
| 40,000+ alumni from 115+ countries | Connect with a global network of graduates who can open doors to new opportunities |
Our alumni community is a global network of people, ranging from professionals, industry stars, influential leaders, and CEOs, to young rising stars and celebrities. Current as of 20 October 2022. |
| 24/7 personalised support | Round-the-clock support from our dedicated teams in Australia and overseas |
24/7 Torrens University call centre is available for every student in Australia and overseas Australian phone line: 1300 575 803. Current as of 20 October 2022. |
| Top 10 for educational experience | Postgraduates ranked us 6th in Australia for overall quality of educational experience. |
QILT, Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching, Student Experience Survey 2021 | Results released in August 2022. Current as of 20 October 2022. www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/student-experience-survey-(ses) |
| #2 for graduate employment | Ranked 2nd in Australia for overall employment of international graduates | 2021 Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) International (QILT, Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching, 2021) Results released in January 2022. Current as of 20 October 2022. www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/graduate-outcomes-survey-(gos) |
| 20,000+ industry placements | Students have access to thousands of industry placement opportunities
with top-tier employers. |
In 2022 we posted 22,915 industry placement opportunities (workplace opportunities = graduate jobs, placements internships, hackathon competitions & scholarships, casual, part-time, contract and freelance) for Torrens University students across all our faculties on Careers Connect. |
| 1st B Corp university in Australia | We belong to a global community of companies committed to inclusivity and sustainability. |
Torrens University Australia Social Impact Report 2021. Current as of 20 October 2022. |
| #1 Fastest-growing University | Bold, modern and agile, we’re constantly evolving. With our national campus network, you can choose where to study. |
Department of Education. 2021 Australia Higher Education Enrolment Data. The Department of Education released the 2021 enrolment data for the Australian market on 10 February 2023. Current as of today. https://www.dese.gov.au/higher-education-statistics/student-data |
| On-demand learning | 24/7 access to your course content when you need it |
Our students have access to the course content at any time and they can access it from anywhere just by logging into their student Blackboard account. Current as of 20 October 2022. https://www.torrens.edu.au/blog/guide-to-online-study-at-torrens-university Online learning at Torrens University video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GA3sqPqcGXw |
| Graduate work-ready | Our courses are co-designed with industry, giving you confidence you’ll graduate work-ready. |
Exemptions may apply. Current as of 20 October 2022. https://www.torrens.edu.au/studying-with-us/industry-led-learning |
| 5-star graduate salary | Our postgraduates earn a salary within the top 20% in Australia. |
The ratings for Torrens University Australia are published in The Good Universities Guide 2022 edition. 5 STARS are awarded for results that fall amongst the top 20% of results in the country. Current as of 20 October 2022. |
| #1 hotel management school | Learn from the best at BMIHMS, the leading school of its kind in Australia and Asia-Pacific | Kantar 2020. Current as of 20 October 2022. |
| #1 for student support | across our Interior and Environmental Design courses |
QILT, Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching, Student Experience Survey 2021 l Study area: Design postgraduate students Results released in August 2022. Current as of 20 October 2022. www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/student-experience-survey-(ses) |
| 3+ industry placements for every student | BMIHMS students have access to career-enhancing industry opportunities each year of study. |
In 2021 we posted 2,685 new industry placement opportunities (industry placements opportunities = placements, casual, part-time, volunteering) for BMIHMS students on Careers Connect.
Current as of 20 October 2022. https://studenthub.torrens.edu.au/Hub/careers Careers Connect video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZQlzt-tJwQ |
| #1 in Computing and Information Systems | Ranked 1st in Australia for quality of educational experience across our postgraduate Computing and Information Systems courses. |
QILT, Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching, Student Experience Survey 2021 and 2022. |
| #1 MBA of choice | More students choose to study an MBA at Torrens University than any other Australian university. |
Commonwealth Department of Education, 2021 Higher Education Enrolment Data. Released in 2023. |