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Skills Training Australia (STA) is a registered training organization providing dedicated diploma courses in nursing, health services and ageing support since 1999. These diploma courses are designed to equip the students with the knowledge, skills and industry experience required to get rewarding employment within the industry. The highly qualified trainers at STA are dedicated to providing both skills and industry experience required to receive knowledge in the particular field. The students will further enhance their knowledge through participation in beneficial industry experiences. 

Available courses

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) – A Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) qualifies you to work in residential aged care facilities or as a carer in someone’s home.
• Diploma of Nursing- This course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and qualifies the graduates to work as an enrolled nurse under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Certificate III Health Services Assistance- Certificate III Health Service Assistance qualifies you to work as an assistant to a health professional in a medical environment. In completion of the course, a student is qualified to work as an assistant in nursing, nursing support worker, patient service attendant, and orderly. 

Course structure 

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33115) consists of 13 units delivered over three terms, including:

• HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
• HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
• HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
• CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people
• CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs
• CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
• CHCCCS015 Provide individualized support
• CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
• CHCCCS023 Support independence and well being
• CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
• CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia
• CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
• HLTAID003 Provide first aid

Diploma of Nursing

The Diploma of Nursing consists of 25 units, 20 core units, and 5 electives, and these 25 units are split into four components:

• Aged Care:

• • HLTAAP002 Confirm physical health status
  • HLTENN013 Implement and monitor the care of the older person
  • CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  • CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
  • HLTENN002 Apply communication skills in nursing practice
  • HLTENN001 Practise nursing within the Australian healthcare system
  • HLTENN008 Apply legal and ethical parameters to nursing practice
  • CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
  • HLTAID003 Provide first aid
  • HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
  • HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
  • HLTENN004 Implement, monitor, and evaluate nursing care plans
  • HLTENN003 Perform clinical assessment and contribute to planning nursing care

•  Sub- Acute:

• • HLTENN007 Administer and monitor medicines and intravenous therapy
  • HLTENN015 Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting
  • HLTENN012 Implement and monitor care for a person with chronic health problems
  • HLTENN006 Apply principles of wound management in the clinical environment
  • HLTENN025 Implement and monitor care for a person with diabetes
  • CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
  • HLTAAP003 Analyse and respond to client health information

• Mental Health:

• • HLTENN009 Implement and monitor care for a person with mental health conditions
  • BSBLDR403 Lead team effectiveness
  • HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment

• Acute:
  • HLTENN011 Implement and monitor care for a person with acute health problems
  • HLTENN005 Contribute to nursing care of a person with complex needs
    

Certificate III Health Services Assistance

The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance consists of 15 units,  delivered over three terms.

• BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
• HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
• HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures
• HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
• CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
• CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
• BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development
• CHCCCS002 Assist with movement
• CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviors of concern
• CHCCCS026 Transport individuals
• CHCCCS010 Maintain a high standard of service
• HLTAIN001 Assist with nursing care in an acute care environment
• HLTAIN002 Provide non-client contact support in an acute care environment
• HLTAID003 Provide first aid
• CHCCCS012 Prepare and maintain beds

Entry requirements, Intakes, Fees, and Location 

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)

1. Entry requirements:
   • International applicants must be 18 years or older
   • Year 11 or equivalent certificate of senior secondary education
   • IELTS score of 5.5. If the level of English is not sufficient, a suitable course can be organized
2. Fees:
   • Full Tuition Fee: $7,500
   • Administration (Non-refundable): $300
   • Confirmation of Enrolment (Non-refundable): $20 for a course no longer than 12 months
   • Textbooks: Approximately $125
   • Uniform: $26.50 each (Two uniforms are required)
3. Location: Melbourne         

Diploma of Nursing

1. Entry requirements
   • International applicants must be 18 years or older 
   • Year 11 or equivalent certificate of senior secondary education
   • IELTS Academic (or equivalent) score of 7.0 with no band score less than 7.0
2. Fees
   • The tuition fee for the course is $30000.
   • Administration (Non-refundable): $300
   • Confirmation of Enrolment (Non-refundable): $40 for a course longer than 12 months
   • Textbooks: Approximately $627
   • Uniform: $26.50 each (Two uniforms are required)
   • Nursing Kit: $120
3. Location: Melbourne

Certificate III Health Services Assistance

1. Entry requirements
   • International applicants must be 18 years or older
   • Year 11 or equivalent certificate of senior secondary education
   • IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no band score less than 5.5. If the level of English is insufficient, a suitable course can be organized
2. Fees
   • The tuition fee for the course is $7500.
   • Administration (Non-refundable): $300
   • Confirmation of Enrolment (Non-refundable): $20 for a course no longer than 12 months
   • Textbooks: Approximately $200
   • Uniform: $26.50 each (Two uniforms are required)
3. Location: Melbourne

Intakes for all these qualifications are available in January, April, July, and October. International students based both inside and outside Australia can apply for these diploma courses if they meet the requirements. 

If you are keen to learn more about the courses and enrolment requirements, just fill out this form, and our team will contact you.

On Thursday, 10 June 2021, the NSW government announced that starting mid-year, 250 international students will be allowed to return to school every fortnight under a pilot program that will begin in the second half of this year. 

NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said in a statement, ‘The students will be required to quarantine on arrival and the quarantine will be  purpose-built student accommodation following the same rules for all international arrivals.’ He added, “Typically we have more than 250,000 international students studying in NSW each year and they directly supported over 95,000 local jobs prior to the pandemic”.

The state government stated that the universities would select foreign students based on ‘multiple criteria’ and their personal circumstances, with priority given to higher degree students.

The plan will be paid for by the industry, while the state government will provide governance and operational support. Council of International Students spokesperson Belle Lim said there was hope things would return to normal again. “We are pleased to see the cautious approach but are hopeful the numbers of students arriving will scale over time,” she said.

The plan will go to the federal government for review. Federal Education Minister Alan Tudge said the plan “appears to meet the criteria we have set, but we will work through the details carefully”.

 This news has provided some glimmer of hope to more than 47,000 international students outside of Australia who cannot travel to complete their studies. Whether or not the Federal government will approve the plan, time will only tell. 

Source: https://www.study.sydney/news-and-stories/news/nsw-to-welcome-back-international-students

The NSW state government has on 14/05/2021 undertaken a 190 nomination round. The table attached shows a list of our lucky clients who received a 190 permanent residency nomination. (Please note that the points shown in the table do not include 5 state points).

Feel free to contact us if you require further information on state and regional migration pathways.

– Safal Sayemi
Expert Education Migration Team
Registered Migration Agent: MARN 0960809

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg delivered his second pandemic budget and declared that the migration planning level for 2021-22 will remain unchanged and the focus will remain intact on onshore visa applicants. Let’s dive into the details of the impacts international students outside and inside Australia will face as a result of the Budget 2021-22 plans.

Phased return of international students

The budget paper states “Small phased programs for international students will commence in late 2021 and gradually increase from 2022,”. This is a key assumption in the budget paper’s economic forecast as international students contribute largely to the country’s economy. This program focuses on the following major aspects-

1. The government is planning on completing the Covid-19 vaccine rollouts by the end of 2021
2. The international students will start to return to Australia by late 2021
3. A small number of students will be allowed and gradually the number will increase only after the Australian government ensures the safety of those residing in Australia through vaccination.

Flexibility for student visa holders

The international students in the hospitality and tourism sectors will no longer face a cap on working hours. The Australian government is well aware of the adversities faced by the hospitality and tourism industry and has provided the flexibility to the student visa holders of this sector to work beyond the current 40 hours per fortnight limit temporarily. This is an additional provision on the previous change in response to COVID-19 which allowed the students working in critical sectors such as agriculture, aged and health care to work more than 40 hours per fortnight.

Temporary visa holders

In order to allow the critical workers to extend their stay in Australia, the government has made various flexible arrangements.

• Seasonal Worker Programme workers with visas due to expire will be able to apply for a Temporary Activity (subclass 408) visa in the Australian Government Endorsed Event (AGEE) stream.
• Pacific Labour Scheme workers with visas due to expire can apply for a new Temporary Work (International Relations) (subclass 403) Pacific Labour scheme stream visa.
• Workers currently in Australia under these programs will also be exempt from the requirement to work for a single employer and will be able to move between approved employers.
• A temporary visa holder can now apply for the Temporary Activity visa 90 days prior to visa expiry. The application date earlier was 28 days prior to the visa expiry date.

In addition, Working Holiday Makers who are working in critical sectors (eg agriculture, aged or health care) will be exempt from the 6-month work limitation with one employer and eligible for a Temporary Activity (subclass 408) visa in the Australian Government Endorsed Event (AGEE) stream.

Impacts on skilled migration

The Australian government is holding a firm foot with their previous decision on prioritizing Employer-Sponsored, Global Talent, Business Innovation and Investment Program visas within the Skilled Stream. Last year the government had tripled the allocation of the Global Talent Independent (GTI) Program to 15,000 places, which was a massive increase from the previous program year’s planning levels, as part of which, only 5,000 places had been granted. So, overall there will be no major changes. 

Australia has set an example to the world in this global pandemic, let’s hope the world heals soon and you can travel to this beautiful country for your further education.

We are excited to share the new look of our refreshed logo with you.

Why are we changing our logo?

Since its inception, Expert Education & Visa Services has been using its existing logo. Over the past 18 years, our business has evolved globally, expanding our services to provide high-end education and migration consultation services to our clients worldwide. Our service portfolio now includes study abroad options to Australia, United Kingdom, United States, Canada and Singapore, with further plans to expand to other countries. Our global presence has reached 13 countries, including South Asian, East Asian, South-East Asian and African countries. With the expansion into new territories, we have identified a need to update our logo, giving it a modern and fresh look that reflects our mission, values and excellence in the services we offer. The new logo seeks to convey this evolution.

How did we do it?

We ran a competition public competition in November last year, inviting all enthusiast designers to help us in creating a new fresh look for our logo. We received an overwhelming response from 500+ designer who submitted 800+ creations. The logo committee shortlisted six designers and selected India based designer Amir Khan as the competition winner in February 2021. After polishing the winning design to give it the desired look, we revealed our fresh look in March earlier this year. 

This is what our new logo looks like:

So what does our new logo reflect?

The new Expert Education & Visa Services logo comprises two key elements: the logo symbol and our company’s name. The Logo Symbol illustrates years of experience in the education industry. The Logo Type has been carefully calligraphed using special typeface and letter styling, perfectly complementing the logo symbol. Together, the Expert Education & Visa logo symbolises trust, expertise and years of knowledge. The new logo is expected to connect us with new audiences while maintaining our current client base.

What has not changed?

While we have changed our logo and given it a fresh and modern look, what remains the same is the level of quality service that we deliver.

What changes can be expected?

In the coming months, we will be updating our collateral and communication assets with the new logo. We understand that completing this change will take a long time and expect to fully transition to the new look by the end of this year.

Without your support, this would not have been possible. We expect to receive the same love, support and trust from you in the future.

Bachelor of IT at Central Queensland University is systematically constructed to provide all the required knowledge and skills of IT and put it into practice for a successful IT career. The Industrial partners of the CQUniversity have provided their inputs to the course which allows the students to get an in-built practical experience.

Studying a Bachelor of IT at the CQUniversity. 

Accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) Bachelor of IT at CQUniversity offers the right mix of theoretical and practical knowledge making the students approachable to employers. Some of the major advantages of studying a bachelor of IT in CQUniversity are-

• The students graduate work-ready.
• CQUniversity is Australia’s largest regional university renowned for its impeccable Online education.
• CQUniversity is also one of the most inclusive universities in Australia with thousands of international students from various backgrounds. 
• CQUniversity has award-winning academic and research staff who engrave in their students’ life long learning and transferable generic skills such as critical thinking and problem-solving

What you will study

The bachelor of IT at CQUniversity is 3 years full-time and a 6 years part-time course. Students should complete a total of 23 units including eight core units, seven units from a choice of three majors in Application Development, Business Analysis, or Cyber Security plus eight electives. The compulsory units for the students to complete are-

• Systems Analysis
• Programming Fundamentals
• Database Design & Implementation
• Information Technology and Society
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Networked Infrastructure Foundations
• ICT Project Management
• Professional Communications Skills for ICT

For more information please visit https://handbook.cqu.edu.au/he/courses/view/CQ18

Career Opportunities

The work-integrated learning in CQUniversity provides students with an opportunity for an internship which can eventually lead to full-time employment. The graduates of Bachelor of IT have a wide range of career choices-

• application programmer
• analyst programmer
• database administrator
• ICT customer support technician
• ICT support engineer
• ICT support technician
• information technology project manager
• network administrator
• security analyst
• systems administrator
• systems analyst
• web developer.

Requirements, Intakes Dates and Locations-

English Requirements-

• IELTS score of overall 6 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent
• TOEFL (Internet Based Test) – 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 
• PTE score of overall 54 with no sub-score less than 46

Intake- Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3

Location- Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville, Online

Fee and scholarship

The indicative annual fee is AUD 31680.

Scholarship

• International Student Scholarship (ISS) 

The International Student Scholarship (ISS) is available to all new international vocational, research, full degree and packaged academic coursework students who meet the academic criteria at CQUniversity Australia. The scholarship is valued at 25% and is available for the duration of the course. More information can be found on here https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/future-students/scholarships/offerings/international-student-scholarship

• International Student Scholarship – Regional (ISS–R) 

The International Student Scholarship – Regional (ISS – Regional) is available to all new vocational, research, full degree and packaged academic coursework students studying at a regional campus. The scholarship is valued at 25% and is available for the duration of the course. More information can be found here https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/future-students/scholarships/offerings/international-student-scholarship-regional 

For information regarding all available scholarships, visit the link 

https://www.cqu.edu.au/international-students/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships

The Master of IT at the Central Queensland University is structured to provide students with the leading-edge theory and chance at hands-on practical experience to prepare students for a successful IT career. It is further designed to expand the professional knowledge and skills of the students in IT. 

Studying a Master of IT at CQUniversity

Professionally recognized by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), Master of IT at the CQUniversity has all its units aligned to the ACS core body of knowledge. Some of the advantages of studying for Master of IT in CQUniversity are as follows-

CQUniversity offers specialty majors that focus on mobile application development, software design and development, and networks and information security, supported by an available minor in Project and Program Management.

• The course provides a detailed insight into managing the technical, organizational, and economic issues involved in managing information technology (IT) resources and systems. 
• CQUniversity has top-class educators dedicated to catering to the academics needs of students
• CQUniversity has a Student Mentor Program tailored to the needs of students for a smooth transition into University life.

What you will study

Master of IT at CQUniversity is a 2-years full-time and 4-years part-time course with 25 units and 96 credits. It consists of the following key study areas-

Majors

• Mobile application development
• Software design and development
• Networks and information security

Minors

• Artificial Intelligence.
• Information system and analysis
• Internet of things
• Mobile application and development
• Network and information security
• Project management
• Software design and development

Career opportunities

IT is a booming industry, and with CQUniversity’s expertise in work-integrated learning and industry-aligned courses, students will have plenty of opportunities to start a promising career. The following are the fields of work the students can choose from:

• Analyst Programmer
• Computer Network Systems Engineer
• Database Administrator
• Developer Programmer
• ICT Architect
• ICT Consultant
• ICT Customer Support Officer
• ICT Security Specialist
• ICT Support Engineer
• ICT Support Technician
• ICT Systems Test Engineer
• Network Administrator
• Project Manager
• Software And Apps Programmer
• Software Engineer
• Systems Administrator
• Web Developer

Requirements, Intakes and Locations

Academic requirements

• A completed Bachelor degree in any discipline from an Australian University or college, or equivalent; or
• A completed CQUniversity Graduate Diploma of Information Systems, or equivalent; or
• A completed CQUniversity Graduate Diploma of Information Technology, or equivalent.

English requirements

• IELTS- An overall score of 6 with an individual band score not less than 5.5
• TOEFL(Internet-based test)- overall score of 75 with no score less than 17
• Pearson Test of English Academic: Overall score of 54 with no score less than 46

Intakes 

The course is offered in Term 1, Term 2, and Term 3 intakes.

Locations

Students can choose to study at CQUniversity Brisbane, Melbourne, Rockhampton or Sydney campuses. The course is also available online. 

Fees

The indicative annual fee is AUD 32,310.

Scholarship

CQUniversity strongly believes in awarding scholarships to high academic performance as well as enables better access to the students for them to reach their full potential. Every year the University funds approximately AUD 24 million worth of scholarships to international students. Some of the most popular scholarships for international students are-

International Student Scholarship (ISS)

The International Student Scholarship (ISS) is available to all new international vocational, research, full degree and packaged academic coursework students who meet the academic criteria at CQUniversity Australia. The scholarship is valued at 25% and is available for the duration of the course. More information can be found on here https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/future-students/scholarships/offerings/international-student-scholarship

International Student Scholarship – Regional (ISS–R)

The International Student Scholarship – Regional (ISS – Regional) is available to all new vocational, research, full degree and packaged academic coursework students studying at a regional campus. The scholarship is valued at 25% and is available for the duration of the course. More information can be found here https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/future-students/scholarships/offerings/international-student-scholarship-regional 

Destination Australia Scholarship

This scholarship is available to new international students studying at the CQUniversity’s regional Rockhampton campus. If successful, students will be awarded A$15 000 per year for the duration of your course. The Students could also be eligible for an additional 25% of their tuition fee scholarship through the ISS – Regional. For more information, please visit https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/future-students/scholarships/offerings/destination-australia-scholarships

The Bachelor of Nursing at the Central Queensland University equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills which enables them to become a competent and efficient Registered Nurse (Division 1).

Studying Bachelor of Nursing at the CQUniversity

Bachelor of Nursing at CQUniversity is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). A Bachelor of Nursing graduate is eligible for registration as a Division-1 Nurse in Australia. The University offers the following benefits for Bachelor of Nursing students:

• Students can complete authentic assessments and learning activities that are structured in accordance with building skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience relevant to the nursing profession.
• Students can benefit from the innovative and modern learning technologies which mean that they are given the opportunity to participate in simulated learning activities via residential schools at a nominated Clinical Learning Centre at one of the CQUniversity accredited delivery sites.
• The University provides students with plenty of opportunities to connect with their profession through 800 hours of professional practice placements, divided into a total of 6 placements throughout the duration of the course.

What you will study

The duration of the program is 3-years full time and 6-years part-time, and consists of the following key study areas-

• Effective Communication in the Healthcare Environment
• Introductory Anatomy and Physiology
• The Profession of Nursing
• Health and Assessment in Nursing
• Health, History, and Culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
• Determinants of Health and Primary Health Care Nursing
• Health Across Life Stages
• Professional Experience Placement 1
• Evidence to Inform Nursing Practice
• Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 1
• Alterations in Health
• Mental Health Nursing with Professional Experience Placement
• Chronic Health and Community Care
• Building Professional Resilience in Nursing
• Law and Ethical Considerations in the Profession of Nursing

For more information on the course structure, prerequisite units and co-requisite units, please visit CQUni Handbook

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Nursing graduates are equipped with career preparation tools such as e-portfolio to showcase their abilities to potential employers, thus facilitating career planning during the course of study and upon graduation. Some of the career paths for graduates include:

• Acute hospital services
• Community health
• Mental health
• Residential and aged care
• Indigenous health
• Rural and Remote health.

Requirements, intake dates, and location

English Requirement:

• IELTS score of overall 7 with no band less than 7 or equivalent
• TOEFL (Internet Based Test) – 94 or better overall and no score less than 24 for listening and reading, 27 for writing, and 23 for speaking
• PTE score of overall 65 with no sub-score less than 65

Intake: Trimester 1, Trimester 2 

Location: Rockhampton and Online

Fees and Scholarship

The 2021 indicative annual fee is AUD 31,740.

Scholarships

1. International Student Scholarship (ISS) 

The International Student Scholarship (ISS) is available to all new international vocational, research, full degree and packaged academic coursework students who meet the academic criteria at CQUniversity Australia. The scholarship is valued at 25% and is available for the duration of the course. More information can be found on here https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/future-students/scholarships/offerings/international-student-scholarship

1. International Student Scholarship – Regional (ISS–R) 

The International Student Scholarship – Regional (ISS – Regional) is available to all new vocational, research, full degree and packaged academic coursework students studying at a regional campus. The scholarship is valued at 25% and is available for the duration of the course. More information can be found here https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/future-students/scholarships/offerings/international-student-scholarship-regional 

Master of Research at the Central Queensland University (CQU) is aimed at helping the International Students pursue impactful research through proper supervision and study leading to the submission of a thesis. This course is designed to make a contribution to knowledge by helping students incline more towards their area of specialisation. 

Studying Master of Research at the CQUniversity

Governed by the Research Higher Degree Course Rules Policy and Procedure, Master Of Research at CQUniversity provides students with details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission, and examination of the thesis. The university offers the following benefits to the students of Master of Research:

• World-Class Education and state-of-the-art research facilities.
• Top-notch exposure as the University is recognised internationally for its focus on Social Innovation.
• Students can capitalise on the University’s experience in online education of more than two decades. CQUniversity is a pioneer of Online study.
• CQUniversity strongly focuses on providing all the necessary support to the students for their easy transition into University life, course and career advice, financial support, and much more.

Course duration/Units/Credits

CQUniversity offers 2 years full-time and a 4 years part-time course with 1 unit and 144 credits for Master of Research. 

Research areas

Business & Law

CQU School of Business and Law conducts research and provides supervision in the following areas:

1. Accounting and Finance
2. Economics and Property
3. Law
4. Management
5. Marketing

Engineering & Technology

The School of Engineering and Technology has several active research areas covering an array of interests, and supervision is concentrated in the following areas:

1. Mechatronics, Automation and Mobile Technology
2. Intelligent Systems
3. Engineering and Technology Education
4. Clean Energy
5. Building Forensic and Civil Engineering
6. Railway Engineering, Technologies, 

Career Opportunity

CQUniversity has quite the reputation for work-integrated learning and industry-aligned courses. Also, the University has produced some of the nation’s best graduate outcomes in terms of full-time employment and starting salary. Similarly, a Master of Research is a higher degree that enhances the opportunity for students to pursue an academic or a professional career in Research. Some of the fields of career are-

• Data analyst
• Research specialist 
• Research Professor

Requirements, Intakes and Locations

Academic Requirements

1. An Honours degree from any recognised institution in a relevant discipline, or 
2. A three-year undergraduate degree with a high level of academic performance in a relevant discipline plus a minimum of one year’s relevant work experience, or
3. A three-year undergraduate degree with a high level of academic performance in a relevant discipline, or
4. A three-year or four-year degree with a credit level Grade Point Average (GPA) preferably in a relevant discipline, or
5. Completion of the CQUniversity Graduate Certificate in Research with an average of distinction level of achievement, or
6. Alternative qualification/s and/ or experience deemed by RHDC to be of equivalent scope and standard to those listed above.

English Requirements 

1. IELTS Academic- Overall  6.5 with no individual band score less than 6
2. TOEFL Internet-based- Overall score of 79 with no score less than 21
3. PTE Academic- Overall 62 with no score less than 54.

Intakes and location

Intakes – 12 intakes per year, once a month

Locations – Townsville, Emerald, Rockhampton, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Marina, Mackay Ooralea, Melbourne, Perth, and online. (Students will be expected to be located at the same campus as their supervisor)

Application process

The application process can take 4-6 weeks on average for research applications. Students are encouraged to identify and contact a potential supervisor before submitting an expression of interest for a quicker and smoother application process. CQUniversity has a wealth of research experts involved in major local, national and international research projects who can be contacted via ‘find an expert’ page. 

It is best (but not essential) if the prospective student candidate can go through this process, before submitting the initial Expression of Interest (EOI).

Stage 1: Initial Expression of Interest (EOI) to be submitted to the university. Students do not necessarily need to submit a detailed research proposal at this stage – just an abstract is fine (an abstract ideally should not be more than 2 pages long, with a brief background/description of the research project OR a question to be investigated and what is the rationale/context).

Stage 2: Once the EOI is approved by the School of Graduate Research, a full application needs to be submitted. At Stage 2, students must submit a detailed research proposal (if they haven’t already), which needs to be in line with the Research Proposal Form.

Fees and scholarship

The indicative, annual fee ranges from AUD 27,955 to AUD 31,899.