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Undergraduate degrees guide

Griffith ata glance

At Griffith, we’ll help you gain the knowledge you need to create the type of career you want.

Ranked in the top 3% worldwide

Griffith ranks among the world’s best universities. We continue to improve our international standing, and in five of the largest and most credible world university rankings*, we’re ranked in the top 400—placing us in the top 3% worldwide.

Australia’s top teachers

At Griffith, you’ll learn from some of the best teachers in the country. Our teachers have won more Australian Government awards, citations, fellowships and grants than any other university. Three of our teachers have even been named Australian University Teacher of the Year.

5 stars for getting a job

We’ve received five stars in the prestigious QS Stars ratings for graduate employability. At Griffith, you’ll gain the academic knowledge you’d expect from a world-class university, as well as the skills and confidence that employers want, giving you an edge in the job market.

Hands-on learning with industry partners

Griffith students put what they learn in the classroom into practice, with the opportunity for industry experience included in many of our degrees. You'll have access to industry placements and projects, with many industry partners, giving you the chance to gain valuable skills, knowledge and contacts and get a head start on your career.

Dedicated support to help you achieve your goals

Our award-winning teaching team and dedicated student success advisers will help you feel confident and succeed at university. We also offer a generous scholarship program to make studying at university easier.

Global connections and overseas study

Our degrees have an international focus, preparing you for work almost anywhere in the world. What’s more, at Griffith you’ll have the opportunity to enrich and diversify your degree with an overseas study experience or by learning a language.

* Times HE World University Rankings (251–300), CWTS Leiden Ranking (323), QS World University Rankings (329), Academic Ranking of World Universities (361), University Ranking by Academic Performance (382).

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Industry connections 4

Global opportunities 5

Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games partnership 6

Scholarships 8

Griffith Honours College 9

Griffith Sports College 10

Our degrees—what can I study? 11

Top 5 reasons to study business and government at Griffith 12 Business degrees 14

Commerce degrees 18

Government, International Relations and Politics degrees 20

International business and Asian studies degrees 21

International tourism and hotel management degrees 23

Double degrees with business and government 24

Double degrees with engineering 26

Double degrees with health 27

Double degrees with humanities 29

Double degrees with information technology 31

Double degrees with law 32

Double degrees with science 35

Double degrees with visual and creative arts 36

How do I apply? 38

Griffith College 46

Support to help you succeed 47

What’s next? 48

Campuses 49

Important note. All information is correct as at April 2016, but is subject to change as content is reviewed and updated. Refer to degrees.griffith.edu.au for the most up to date information on all our degrees.

Legend Applications information:

QTAC = Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre

UAC = Universities Admissions Centre (NSW-based)

OP = Overall Position

ATAR = Australian Tertiary Admission Rank. In this guide, the ATAR cut-off is listed only

for those degrees offered through UAC

GPA = Grade Point Average All GPAs in this publication are on a

seven-point grading scale

Campuses:

G = Gold Coast

M = Mt Gravatt

N = Nathan

S = South Bank

O = Online

X = External

N/A = Not applicable

This degree can be studied online

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New in 2017

We’re introducing a wide range of initiatives in 2017 to meet the changing needs of students. With these changes, you can balance your lifestyle with your learning style, put what you learn in the classroom into practice, and enjoy the best education experience possible.

Balance work with study

With our trimester model, you’re in control of how you study. You can choose to study fewer subjects each trimester, giving you more time for work and other commitments.

Fast-track your degree

Some degrees offer a fast-track option, allowing you to complete your degree in as little as two years and get a head start on your career.

More industry placements than ever before

At Griffith, you don’t just learn in the classroom. You’ll have the chance to include industry experiences, including placements, internships and projects for real clients, from early in your degree. Griffith is also an Official Partner of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, which will give you the opportunity to be involved in the build up to and delivery of the biggest event in Australia this decade.

New double degrees

We’re introducing a range of new double degrees that are specially designed industry-related combinations of study areas—such as science and business or information technology and business—that will help you stand out in the job market.

Study online, on-campus or a combination of both

At Griffith, many of our degrees have online components. This gives you the chance to study online, on-campus, or a combination that suits your needs.

Introducing trimesters

From 2017, we’ll be offering some degrees across three trimesters, rather than two semesters, which gives you the flexibility to pace your study to suit your needs. You’ll have more opportunities throughout the year to start study—for example, you can start our business, international business or commerce degrees in February, July, or October—so if you want to take a break from study after school, you can still start university in 2017. The third trimester is optional, so you can still take a longer break at the end of the year. Or, you can spread your study across three trimesters, which can give you more time for work and other commitments.

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Trimester 1 (T1): 27 February – 26 May 2017

Trimester 2 (T2): 3 July – 22 September 2017

Trimester 3 (T3)—optional: 30 October 2017 – 2 February 2018 (includes Christmas and New Year break)

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‘Completing a double degree at Griffithincreased my employability tenfold. I feltconfident when graduating that I had the rightmix of knowledge, skills and experience totake the next step in my career.’

COVER STORYDuring four years studying a business and graphic design double degree, Jackie Babbage worked three different roles at three different businesses and completed a university internship with an app development company.

Her focus, determination and considerable time management skills brought their reward when she was approached by founder of Riverlife John Sharpe who invited her to interview for a position with the popular Brisbane lifestyle and entertainment venue.

Jackie is now involved in the development of marketing strategy, managing the implementation of content and the ongoing improvement of marketing and online presence of all associated Riverlife brands, including Northshore Harbour, Tangatours Group of Businesses, P&O Edge and Adventure Moreton Island.

Jackie Babbage – Business and graphic design graduate

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You’ll put what you learn in the classroom into practice and graduate with valuable contacts and the skills, knowledge and experience employers want.

Relevant degrees and industry teachers

Griffith maintains strong links with industry to ensure we develop and deliver relevant courses based on the latest market trends and employer demand. When you study with Griffith, you’ll gain insights from industry professionals and learn from teachers and guest lecturers with extensive industry experience. At Griffith Business School alone we have 90 adjunct lecturers—industry professionals who teach students.

Practical experience

Internships and work placements offer you the opportunity to learn in a real-life setting, observe professionals and ask questions. Griffith Business School has a dedicated work-integrated learning team creating opportunities for students to undertake project-based internships with our industry partners both locally and abroad.

Mentoring

Mentoring is an important part of learning at Griffith. Depending on your study area, you may be able to find a mentor to support and guide your career development.

Leadership programs

The Griffith Business School Student Leadership Program gives motivated students the opportunity to participate in a range of leadership, professional development and mentoring activities and contribute to University events. You’ll have the chance to help communities through volunteering and receive formal recognition for participating in the program.

Valuable life experience is among the key attributes held by Griffith graduates, according to Richard Watkinson, a Gold Coast-based Director at KPMG. 'Our experience with Griffith graduates is that often they are well travelled and bring life experience to the professional environment. Working in a global firm requires skill sets that can be difficult to teach in the classroom and this is when that additional life experience counts. It’s great that Griffith offers numerous pathways for students to gain these experiences.'

Richard Watkinson – Director, KPMG

Griffith offers a range of amazing learning opportunities through our industry connections, so you can kick-start your career from the moment you’ve enrolled.


Tobias Forster-Wright travelled to the Republic of Korea as part of Griffith Business School’s Global Mobility Internship program and is confident the international experience will set him up well for the job market after graduation. ‘The program provided me with world-class industry work experience with Samjong KPMG, one of the largest and most respected financial institutions in an amazingly vibrant and exotic country. I have also gained international networking opportunities with industry professionals and academic staff from Korea’s most prestigious tertiary institution. I could not have asked for a better opportunity to begin building my career.’

Tobias Forster-Wright – Bachelor of Commerce

Study overseas

With Griffith’s Global Mobility program, you can immerse yourself in a different life and culture in a new learning environment. As a Griffith student, you’ll have a unique opportunity to enhance your undergraduate degree through an overseas experience that is fully structured and supported by our dedicated Global Mobility Team.

With over 250 partners in over 48 countries, the hardest part is deciding where to go. Most Global Mobility programs can be credited towards your degree. Scholarships, government grants and loans are also available to help you finance your travel.

Find out more at griffith.edu.au/go-global

Learn in the field

At Griffith we offer a range of flexible and innovative international field trips, study tours and global internships that get you out of the classroom and into the field. Some examples include:

¡ Griffith Business School International Community Engagement Project, a trip to a developing country in the Asia-Pacific that provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in valuable community work which will have a long-term and positive impact on the local area

¡ Department of Tourism, Sport and Hotel Management Tourism Field Study Tour, explore some of the world’s most exciting tourism destinations such as Dubai, Rome, Florence and Venice

¡ Griffith Business School Global Mobility Internship, a three-week full-time internship with an international industry partner in locations such as China, Germany, Hong Kong, France, Korea, Singapore or Japan

Add a language to your degree

At Griffith, you can study a language through the Bachelor of Asian Studies, Bachelor of Government and International Relations or Bachelor of International Business. You can also learn a language while you’re studying overseas on exchange, or study a language through the Diploma of Languages, which you can complete alongside any bachelor degree.

Enrich and diversify your degree with an international learning experience.

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Griffith University is proud to be an Official Partner of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018).

Second year public relations student Hayley Payne's 12-week internship with GOLDOC’s Digital Content team provided valuable industry experience and credit towards her degree. ‘I have been able to learn from some of the best professionals on the Gold Coast and across the world—including some who have worked on previous Commonwealth Games. There is such a wealth of knowledge that I can take back to my studies and enhance my future career prospects.’

Hayley Payne – Bachelor of Public Relations and Communication

Through this partnership, our students and staff will be closely involved in the build up to and delivery of the biggest event in Australia this decade. As a student, you’ll have access to unrivalled opportunities and unique learning experiences. And you’ll learn from expert staff who will lend their support to GC2018 in areas such as tourism and event planning, finance, human resources, engineering, IT and allied health.

250 student internships

Internships will be available for Griffith students from 2016 to 2018 with the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation (GOLDOC), the body organising GC2018, and other partners. Internships will be available for students from sport and event management, business and commerce, communications, design, human resources, engineering and planning, health and exercise science and other disciplines. As a student intern, you’ll enjoy a meaningful study-related work experience and receive credit towards your degree.

New scholarships

The GC2018 scholarships are available to students of any Commonwealth country or territory, including Australia, who wish to undertake study or research at Griffith University in a sport- or event-related area.

Exciting atmosphere

The lead up to GC2018 will be a period of amazing energy and excitement, and we’ll be celebrating the event across our campuses. Griffith facilities will be used by visiting athletes and officials in the lead up to and during the Games and Griffith campuses will be included in the Queen’s Baton Relay celebrations.

As well as being an Official Partner, Griffith is also:

¡ Creative Arts Partner for GC2018, and will contribute to the creative arts program running concurrently with the Games, potentially including Opening and Closing Ceremonies

¡ Presenting Partner of the GC2018 Marathon, with the 42 km course set to showcase the best of the Gold Coast cityscape and celebrate Griffith’s deep commitment to the city

¡ Official University Partner of the 2018 Australian Commonwealth Games Team Australia.

Explore the amazing opportunities for students at griffith.edu.au/gc2018


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‘I’m really excited for this once-in-a-generationopportunity to be the start of my career, and togrow and develop professionally surrounded bysuch experienced and knowledgeable people.’

Human resource management student Hayley Thomas started in the role of Accommodation Administration Assistant after completing an internship with the GOLDOC Accommodation team.

Hayley said she found the cross over between what she learnt during her internship and her studies very valuable. Having experience through coursework with an accommodation reservation system being used at GOLDOC gave Hayley a great opportunity to apply her knowledge in a professional setting.

GOLDOC Manager of Accommodation Gabby Daniels said Hayley was a stand out from the time of her interview due to her professional demeanour and exceptional communication skills.

Hayley Thomas – Human resource management student

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Our scholarships, which are some of the most rewarding and supportive in Australia, make studying at university easier.

Scholarships

Each year Griffith University and its partners provide more than $40 million in direct financial support to help new and continuing students successfully complete their degrees.

Over 400 scholarships are available, and they can cover tuition fees, education and related travel costs, and living expenses. We offer academic scholarships (based largely on grades), equity scholarships (that consider your background and financial position) and sport scholarships (for high-level athletes). We also offer some scholarships specifically to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. New Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) scholarships will also be available in 2017 and 2018. See page 6 for more information about our GC2018 partnership.

Whether you’re new in 2017, returning after a break, or continuing your studies, there may be a scholarship that’s right for you. Our website has an easy search tool that will help match you to the right scholarship. You can apply for and receive more than one scholarship.

To apply online, and for more details about scholarships, visit griffith.edu.au/scholarships or email [email protected].

Make sure you check the closing dates carefully, as these vary between scholarships. Most scholarship applications open mid-July.


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Commerce student Jamie Crowe found it difficult to look beyond a Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarship and the abundance of new experiences the Griffith Honours College promised. The third-year double major student of economics and finance eagerly took on the opportunities of university life, including the Griffith Business School Student Leadership Program, which offers mentoring and leadership activities. ‘I’ve connected with like-minded students, a wonderful experience for me, and also engaged with different parts of the university and wider community,’ she says. The program includes community service, a leadership camp and a series of professional development seminars.

Jamie Crowe – Bachelor of Commerce

If you’re a high achieving student, the Griffith Honours College can help you reach your full potential.

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You’ll have opportunities to enrich your university study with mentoring, international experiences, leadership roles and community engagement activities.

The Griffith Honours College produces highly sought-after graduates with the specialist knowledge and broad management skills needed to become chief executive officers, researchers, educators, creators and community leaders.

¡ have a score of OP 1–3 or ATAR 99.95–96.00. If you have exceptional personal achievement and expect an OP of 4–6 or ATAR 95.50–90.00 you are also encouraged to apply.

How do I apply?

To apply to the Griffith Honours College, you need to complete the combined Deans’ Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarship, Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarship and Griffith Honours College application form. Successful applicants for the Deans’ Sir Samuel Griffith and Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarships are automatically given membership to the Griffith Honours College.

Applications open Friday 15 July 2016.

You can apply online at griffith.edu.au/honours-college or email [email protected] to request a form.

As a Griffith Honours College student, you will:

¡ take part in regular one-on-one sessions with a mentor who’ll guide you through university and help you achieve your career goals

¡ gain a global perspective by studying and participating in events or working overseas for a few weeks, months or a year

¡ lead and support local, national and international community events

¡ be recognised as a high achieving student in the Griffith community.

Am I eligible?

Applications to the Griffith Honours College are open to school leavers and non-school leavers who are undertaking their first undergraduate degree. International students meeting the criteria can also apply.

To be eligible you must:

¡ have Griffith University as a preference on your QTAC or UAC application and

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The Griffith Sports College (GSC) helps athletes to graduate by working with them closely throughout their university life. GSC director and Olympic rower Duncan Free knows what it's like to study and compete at the highest level, and lends a wealth of personal and professional experience to student atheletes. While completing his Bachelor of Health Science at Griffith, Duncan won an Olympic Bronze Medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.

We understand the demands that sport has on elite athletes’ lives. The Griffith Sports College is a support network for elite athletes, helping them pursue sporting careers alongside their university education.

In 2008, at his fourth Olympics, Duncan won a Gold Medal with partner Drew Ginn in the coxless pair. Continuing his passion to support athletes, Duncan was a mentor at the 2012 London Olympics.

The GSC enables student athletes to continue playing sport at optimum levels while they’re studying. It provides them with advice and guidance on academic planning and helps them negotiate flexibility with assessment, classes and study loads to meet academic requirements.

In 2015, over 350 student athletes, across more than 40 sports, received valuable assistance from the GSC.

The GSC was also extremely proud to assist over 60 students in representing Australia in their chosen sport during 2015.

Am I eligible?

To be eligible to apply for the GSC, you will need to be recognised as an elite athlete* by Griffith University and one of the following:

¡ the Australian Institute of Sport

¡ a state academy or institute

¡ a recognised player association

¡ a national senior squad member from the Australian Sports Commission Athlete Career and Education program.

* The term ‘elite athlete’ includes athletes and coaches.

How do I apply?

To apply, go to griffith.edu.au/griffith-sports-college and complete an Elite Athlete Scheme Undergraduate Admission Program form.

‘Returning to study really helped me focus and take my mind off things. The Sports College helped me to bring a good balance back to my life and it has given me a new focus.’

Michael Nesser – Business student and Adelaide Strikers cricket player


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Foundation

1st yearYour first year of study is a foundation year. You’ll explore the core skills and concepts relating to your chosen study area. This will give you a chance to try different courses before you choose the study area that suits you. It's also a great time to get to know the students you'll be studying alongside for most of your degree.

At Griffith, you’ll learn in and out of the classroom, with teaching methods tailored to suit the needs of each degree. Here’s an overview of how your Griffith degree might be structured.

Specialisation

2nd year onwardsFrom second year onwards you’ll focus on your chosen specialisation or major. You’ll also get the chance to put what you learn in the classroom into practice.

Depending on your degree, you might learn through work placements, overseas field trips, or industry projects for real clients.

Capstone

Final year (3rd or 4th year)In your final year, you’ll continue to advance your knowledge and skills in your area of specialisation.

Some degrees include a fourth year of study, which is often an honours or research year. You’ll work closely with a supervisor on a research project relating to your specialisation.

What can I study?

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Top 5 reasons to studybusiness and governmentat Griffith

Double your career options

At Griffith, you can double your options and design the career that’s right for you. A double degree or double major shows employers a highly motivated graduate with a range of skills and perspectives. Combine your studies in business, commerce or government with another area that’s important to you and build a career of distinction.

Learn from the best

When you study business and government at Griffith, you’re studying at a university that ranks among the world’s best. We’re accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business – International (AACSB), which means your degree will be recognised globally for its high quality. Our degrees are informed by our world-class research and delivered by leading lecturers. For the past three years, we have ranked in the global top 100 for politics and international studies and Griffith also has a five-star rating for excellence, including its graduates’ employability, from the prestigious QS Stars university ratings. This means you’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to set you apart in the job market.

Practical, hands-on learning

Through industry placements and work-integrated learning, you’ll be primed for the workplace as you develop skills and gain experience to support your classroom studies. Through our mentoring programs, you’ll learn from industry professionals and discover how business theory applies on the job. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop a global outlook and build international networks through our overseas student exchange programs and international internships.

State-of-the-art facilities

We’ve transformed business on the Gold Coast with our $38 million facility, including student commons for individual and group study, collaboration zones, a coffee shop and specialised teaching spaces. Griffith Business School is setting new international standards for teaching and research providing accounting, economics, finance and financial planning students with access to live stock market data in our trading rooms, allowing them to trade in real time and put into practice the theory learnt in the classroom.

Student experience

Griffith is ranked above the national average for student satisfaction in business and management. You’ll benefit from high-quality teaching and learning resources, advanced skills development and support to help you succeed in your studies and beyond.

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‘Aside from all the thingsI learned about law andinternational business, myeducation at Griffith alsotaught me how to solveproblems and whereto look for the information to solve them well.’

Jodie Fox is co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Shoes of Prey, a multimillion dollar global business that allows customers to design their own shoes. She is also an international business and law graduate.

‘We started Shoes of Prey as a website in October 2009, and we were the first people to do this globally,’ Jodie said. Shoes of Prey can now also be found in stores across Australia and the US.

Jodie helps drive the company’s strategic direction, and plays a leading role in product design and development, as well as human resources and marketing. She says her business and law degrees from Griffith equipped her with the vital skills she needs in a complex business environment.

Jodie grew up in country New South Wales and was the first person in her family to go to university.

‘I chose Griffith because it was the only university in Australia at that time offering a degree in law and international business. It had a global focus and that was exactly what I wanted. So I packed up my bags in Lismore and went north to start an extraordinary five years at Griffith.

‘My time at university was a lot of fun and some of the dearest people in my life now came from then. The Law Society was also a big part of my life at Griffith and it was a great way to get an inside view on what it was going to be like when we graduated.’

Jodie Fox – International business and law graduate

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What you’ll study A Bachelor of Business gives you a solid foundation in all aspects of business plus in-depth knowledge and experience in your areas of interest. In your first year, you’ll study core business subjects including management, accounting, business statistics and marketing. In your second year you can choose to specialise by selecting one of our 13 diverse business majors, or expand your expertise with a second business or commerce major and build a degree to match your career aspirations. If you don’t want to complete a major, you can choose from a range of courses that provide broad knowledge for a career in business management.

If you’re not sure which majors to choose just yet, that’s okay. Once you enrol you can try some different courses before you choose the combination that’s right for you.

Hands-on learningPut theory into practice with a local or global project-based internship or Community Internship. You’ll gain professional experience working on a project for a real organisation, plus credit towards your degree.

Study your wayBuild your business studies around the lifestyle that suits you. With the flexibility of studying on-campus, online, part-time or full-time, over two or three trimesters each year, you can manage your student life.

Fast-track optionAt Logan, you will complete this degree in two years by studying on a three-trimester per year basis (four courses per trimester). Fast track options are also available at Nathan and the Gold Coast by studying over three trimesters.

HonoursIf you are eligible, at the end of your third year you’ll have the option of entering the honours program. Honours is a fourth year of study during which you’ll undertake a major research project under the supervision of an academic staff member.

Degree structureYou can choose one or two business majors, or one business major and one commerce major. See pages 15–17 for descriptions. Or, you can complete two advanced management courses and choose from a variety of elective courses to provide a broad knowledge base for a career in business management.

Business majors Commerce majors

Asian Business

Employment Relations

Entrepreneurship and Self Employment

Event Management

Human Resource Management

International Business

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Management

Marketing

Real Estate and Property Development

Sport Management

Sustainable Enterprise

Tourism Management

Accounting

Economics

Finance

Financial Planning

Business

‘My studies have helped me to develop and sharpen myskills as an all-round business person. I’ve learned aboutareas like regulation, trademark boundaries and enteringdifferent markets. Knowing how governments work indifferent countries has been very valuable.’


No majorIf you want to gain general knowledge of business without a specialisation, the no major option is for you. You’ll study a diverse range of courses giving you a comprehensive basis for a career in business management. You’ll develop broad knowledge of current practices in business and future business directions and have the flexibility to pursue your areas of interest through a range of elective courses, or by undertaking a double degree.

Career opportunitiesA business degree gives you the foundation to take your career just about anywhere. You’ll be prepared to use your extensive business skills in a range of increasingly diverse settings including not-for-profit, government and corporate organisations.

Majors

ASIAN BUSINESS

Gold Coast and NathanAsia is a vibrant and significant part of the globalised 21st century, particularly for Australia. Always ahead of the game, Griffith was the first Australian university to implement an Asian studies program and remains a pioneer in this field. A major in Asian Business will provide a strong foundation for your future work and engagement with Asian business and management.

Career opportunitiesYou will find career opportunities in government, businesses with overseas profiles, international aid and other non-governmental organisations, news and media organisations, and the education industry in Asia.

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS

Gold Coast and NathanIf you want to help people achieve a sense of happiness in their jobs by supporting their rights in the workplace, then studying employment relations will give you the skills to make a difference. In this major, you’ll learn about employment law, labour market issues, wage and payment systems, and occupational health and safety. You’ll also learn how to manage the complex relationships between employers and employees.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be able to work as an employment relations manager or consultant, or in roles dealing with workplace planning and policy, managerial strategy, industrial advocacy, occupational health and safety, and workplace negotiation.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SELF EMPLOYMENT

Gold Coast, Logan, Nathan, South Bank and onlineDo you have a creative idea for a new product or service and want to launch your own business? In this major, you’ll learn how to be an effective, innovative and dynamic manager, and graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to develop and manage a successful business.

Career opportunitiesAs a graduate, you’ll have an understanding of the strategic and operational issues involved in choosing a career in self-employment or in working for an entrepreneurial new business, small business or family firm. Create a career by moving from employment to self-employment and back again, pursue the long-term growth of a high-potential new business venture, or become a serial entrepreneur, starting and selling new business ventures repeatedly.

EVENT MANAGEMENT

Gold Coast and NathanIf you have ambitions to organise a rock concert, community arts festival, business conference or sporting event, this major is for you. Event management is an exciting and growing industry. You’ll develop business skills and specialist knowledge about how to organise, manage and promote events that will put you at the forefront of this amazing industry.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be well prepared for an exciting career working for event and conference organisers in the sport, tourism, marketing, media and cultural sectors, as well as coordinating and managing government event portfolios.

Griffith business graduate Jeremy Hartley is making his mark on an international scale. His latest global enterprise, Hartley Watches, is attracting consumers from the United States, Germany, across Europe and throughout Australia. Combined with his successful Teatox Australia initiative, Jeremy’s business ventures are forecast to turnover more than $1 million in 2016. All this before he turns 20. Studying a business degree at Griffith reinforced his formidable entrepreneurial savvy, and bolstered his confidence in taking new products overseas.

Jeremy Hartley – Bachelor of Business (Management)

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HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Gold Coast, Logan, Nathan and onlineHuman resource management professionals work closely with people to help them with their careers. In this major, you’ll learn about selection and recruitment procedures, staff training, development and performance management, and organisational change. You’ll also be able to advise organisations regarding their staffing needs to enable them to deliver their core business effectively and efficiently.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll graduate with a degree recognised by the Australian Human Resources Institute and be prepared for a career as a human resource manager or consultant. Human resource professionals work in many sectors including business management, counselling, workforce planning and policy, and recruiting and training staff for the public and private sectors and non-government organisations.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

Gold Coast and NathanGriffith is a pioneer in international business, with a global reputation as a leader in the field. This major provides graduates with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the increasingly global, modern business world. You’ll develop critical business skills and knowledge, with an international perspective and an understanding of the social, cultural and political dimensions of international business.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be prepared to work with international trade and investment organisations or in the public and private sectors in management, strategic planning, research, corporate– government relations, global operations and public relations.

LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Gold Coast and NathanLogistics and supply chain management plays a crucial role in business. In this major, you’ll learn how to source the best materials for the best price, develop good relationships with suppliers and customers, monitor the movement and storage of raw materials, maintain inventories of stock, and track goods from their point of origin to the final customer.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be able to work as a logistics and supply chain manager, purchasing manager, business or strategy manager, or export and import operations manager. Career opportunities exist in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

MANAGEMENT

Gold Coast, Logan, Nathan and onlineIf you like to plan, organise, lead and direct groups of people to achieve a specific goal, then studying management is a good choice for you. In this major you’ll learn about management’s core functions: communication, planning, teamwork, strategy, human resources and self-development. You’ll also develop analytical, communication and decision-making skills, which will enable you to add value to any organisation.

Career opportunitiesGood managers are needed across all sectors and in businesses of all sizes. With this qualification, you can apply your business management knowledge to an area of personal interest and find work in roles as a business manager in human resources, strategy, planning and policy, and training and development.

MARKETING

Gold Coast and NathanIf you’re creative, analytical, a good communicator and a quick thinker, marketing is a great career for you. In this major, you’ll learn about identifying and understanding a market and consumer behaviour. You’ll also learn about advertising and how to develop strategies for staying ahead of competitors.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be able to work in any industry or organisation that needs to promote its products or services, including entertainment and fashion, tourism, advertising, public relations, and business consulting. You might work as a brand manager, marketing manager, advertising account manager, market research analyst, public relations manager, or sales manager.

REAL ESTATE AND PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT

Gold Coast and NathanThis major is delivered in close consultation with key industry bodies including the Real Estate Institute of Queensland, the Property Council of Australia and the Urban Development Institute of Australia. You’ll gain specialist financial and legal knowledge, as well as project management and negotiation skills. You can also complete the Real Estate licence as an elective, entitling you to own or manage a real estate agency upon graduation.

Career opportunitiesThe property sector is expanding in Australia and around the world, creating a wide range of employment opportunities in the commercial, residential and tourism sectors of the real estate and property management industries. You’ll be prepared for a career in property finance, development and investment, real estate agency management, project management, and marketing and promoting real estate.


Bachelor of Business student Rebecca Delay is well on her way to achieving her dream of being a property developer after receiving a bursary from property services group, Oliver Hume. Under the bursary program, Rebecca received a $2,500 grant and also works as an assistant research analyst at Oliver Hume as part of a six-month part-time internship. She said working with Oliver Hume would be fantastic for her career.

Rebecca Delay – Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Real Estate and Property Development)

SPORT MANAGEMENT

Gold Coast and NathanAre you a sport fan? Imagine turning your passion into a fulfilling and exciting career. In this major, you’ll develop specialist knowledge of the sport industry and gain solid business skills to enable you to manage professional and not-for-profit sport organisations and clubs.

Career opportunitiesSport is big business. You’ll find opportunities in government departments, local, national and international sporting clubs and event management organisations. There are also positions in sport tourism, marketing, media and athlete representation.

SUSTAINABLE ENTERPRISE

NathanYou’ll develop the analytical, communication and decision-making skills to manage an organisation’s impact on social issues and the environment. You’ll learn about corporate social responsibility, sustainable business practices and the impact these issues have on a business’s finances.

Career opportunitiesIncreasingly, public and private sector organisations are hiring sustainability and corporate social responsibility specialists. As this field continues to grow, you’ll find more and more career opportunities in a wide variety of organisations in the public and private sectors and with non-government organisations.

TOURISM MANAGEMENT

Gold Coast and NathanTourism is one of the world’s largest service industries and a key driver of economic development in many destinations around the world, and with the skills you'll gain in this major, you can be part of it. Destination marketing and sustainable management of tourism destinations are at the forefront of government and communities.

Career opportunities With this qualification, you could travel the world. Tourism managers are employed by destination marketing organisations and all levels of government throughout Australia and internationally. You’ll be able to work on major tourism infrastructure and planning projects, shaping the visitor experience in tourism destinations.

Commerce majors Commerce majors are offered as a second major in the Bachelor of Business. See page 19 for descriptions.

ACCOUNTING

Gold Coast, Logan and Nathan

ECONOMICS

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FINANCE

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FINANCIAL PLANNING

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Professional recognitionDepending on your major, you may be eligible for admission to one or more of these professional bodies:

¡ Australian Human Resources Institute ¡ Australian Institute of Management ¡ Australian Market and Social Research Society ¡ Australian Marketing Institute ¡ Australian Society of Sport Administrators ¡ International Special Events Society, Queensland Chapter ¡ Pacific Asia Travel Association ¡ Sports Management Association of Australia and New Zealand

‘Working at Oliver Hume, I’m gettingso much knowledge and experience.I’m able to apply what I’ve learnt in myGriffith degree and build from there.’

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Bachelor of Commerce


262921 N/A L 2F/4P 1 English (4,SA) N/A 14 69 N/A


Commerce

What you’ll study You’ll gain the technical skills and knowledge to pursue a career in accounting, financial planning, finance or economics. In your first year, you’ll explore the core skills and concepts of commerce including accounting, economics, business statistics, and management. In your second and third years, you’ll build on this knowledge with your chosen major.

You can choose a single major, which will give you specialist skills in one profession, or expand your expertise with an additional commerce or business major, including management, marketing and international business.

If you’re not sure which majors to choose just yet, that’s okay. Once you enrol you can try some different courses before you choose the combination that’s right for you.

Hands-on learningStudents at the Gold Coast and Nathan campuses are taught in financial trading rooms featuring state-of-the-art desktops equipped with the Bloomberg Professional Service. Bloomberg LP is a global leader in business and financial information and the Bloomberg Professional Service is a software platform that provides trusted real-time and historical data, and market news and analytics to help business and financial professionals make better informed investment decisions. You will have access to the exciting world of the stock market and be able to put theory into practice from the start of your degree.

Industry connectionsGet real experience with an internship or build on the knowledge and skills you gain in the classroom with our professional development program, run jointly by Griffith Business School, professional bodies and partner companies. You’ll learn about topics such as business etiquette and networking, and have the opportunity to meet potential employers.

Study your wayYou can fast-track your commerce degree and be ready for the job market sooner. At Logan, you will complete this degree in two years by studying on a three-trimester per year basis (four courses per trimester). At the Gold Coast and Nathan, you can also choose to fast-track your degree and finish in as little as two years. Alternatively, you can choose to study fewer subjects each trimester, giving you more time for work and other commitments.


Degree structureYou can choose one or two of the commerce majors, or one commerce and one business major. See pages 15–17 for business major descriptions. You can also choose to complete a Taxation minor and be on your way to becoming a Registered Tax Agent.

Commerce majors Business majors

Accounting

Economics

Finance

Financial Planning

Asian Business

Employment Relations

Entrepreneurship and Self Employment

Event Management

Human Resource Management


Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Management

Marketing

Real Estate and Property Development

Sport Management

Sustainable Enterprise

Tourism Management

‘As an opportunity to learn,grow and succeed, this is afantastic first step in my career.’


A double major in economics and finance at Griffith set Christina Ruiz up for a stellar start to her career. In 2014, she was named on the GradConnection list of Australia’s most employable students. Judges highlighted her maturity and drive when also announcing her the winner of the Westpac Group Accounting and Financial Services category. On completion of her Bachelor of Commerce, Christina was offered a graduate position with Ernst and Young in Melbourne.

Christina Ruiz – Bachelor of Commerce (Economics and Finance)

Commerce majors

ACCOUNTING

Gold Coast, Logan and Nathan If you have a sharp mind, an eye for detail, and enjoy number crunching, accounting could be the career for you. Accountants are critical to ensuring the financial viability of every business, government department, not-for-profit organisation and sporting or social club. In this major, you’ll study areas such as corporate finance, strategic management accounting and company law.

Career opportunitiesDepending on the courses you complete you can graduate with a degree accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and CPA Australia and be equipped for a career in a range of private or public sector organisations. You’ll even gain exemptions from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Foundation Level Exams F1-F9. You’ll find work in areas such as accounting, administration, auditing, business management, commercial and taxation law, managerial accounting and taxation. Opportunities exist for exciting and challenging careers locally, nationally and internationally—and aren’t limited to accounting firms.

ECONOMICS

Gold Coast and NathanIf you have ever wondered why the Australian dollar fluctuates or what caused the Global Financial Crisis, this major is the ideal choice for you. You’ll gain insights into the big issues facing societies and learn how governments make decisions about what to spend on complex issues such as the environment, healthcare, infrastructure and resources. You’ll also learn how markets work, and how businesses make decisions about pricing, staffing and responding to competition.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be prepared for work in the banking and finance industry as an analyst or advisor, in property development or real estate; in government policy in fields such as the environment, health, education and transport; or in large mining companies analysing markets and investment opportunities. You may also find career opportunities in major international organisations such as the World Bank, the United Nations, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the Asian Development Bank.

FINANCE

Gold Coast and NathanThe finance industry is a global industry, and goes way beyond handling money and balancing accounts. This major will help you understand how the Australian economy is influenced by what happens internationally. You’ll study finance, banking and the law, and learn about financial institutions’ management, lending, financial risk management and sustainable investing.

Career opportunitiesThe Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) has been accepted into the CFA Institute University Recognition Program. This gives you a solid grounding in the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) and positions you well to undertake the CFA exams. You’ll be prepared for work as a financial advisor or controller, financial planner, or stockbroker. Opportunities also exist in insurance and superannuation, futures, options and foreign exchange trading.

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Gold Coast, Logan and NathanIf you’re interested in wealth creation and want to learn how to make people’s money work for them—not the other way around—this major is for you.

Depending on the courses you complete you can graduate with a degree accredited under the new standards set out by the Financial Planning Association of Australia and the Financial Planning Education Council. Griffith was the first university in Australia to receive this accreditation, giving you a competitive advantage in the job market.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be equipped for a career as a financial planner, financial advisor or controller, or stockbroker. You’ll also find opportunities in insurance and superannuation, futures, options and foreign exchange trading. As a graduate, you’ll meet the relevant RG146 compliance requirement of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, and be eligible for membership of the Financial Planning Association of Australia, allowing you to qualify as a certified financial planner.

Professional recognitionDepending on your major, you may be eligible for admission to one or more of these professional bodies:

¡ Association of Chartered Certified Accountants ¡ Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand ¡ CPA Australia ¡ Financial Planning Association of Australia ¡ Institute of Public Accountants ¡ Taxation Institute of Australia ¡ The Economic Society of Australia (Queensland) Inc.

Additionally, you may obtain RG146 compliance with the knowledge areas covered dependent on the courses/majors you choose.

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Bachelor of Government and International Relations

231841 283125 G 3F/6P 1/2 English (4,SA) Assumed: any two units of English 16 65 60.20

227651 N/A N 3F/6P 1/2 English (4,SA) N/A 16 65 N/A

What you’ll study This degree will provide you with a deep understanding of policy, politics and power in the modern world and the forces that shape these dynamics at the global and domestic levels. You’ll learn about political institutions and processes, business–government relations, and foreign policy and globalisation. In your first year, you’ll develop your understanding of politics and international relations. In your second and third years, you’ll expand this knowledge and have the option to specialise by completing a major or your choice of electives. You’ll complete your studies with either a parliamentary internship or a work placement.


Degree structureYou will complete a major in either International Relations or Politics and Public Policy. You can choose to complement your major with a second major or broaden your expertise by completing a range of electives.

Majors Second majors

International Relations

Politics and Public Policy

Asian Business

Chinese Language

Economics

French*

German*

Indonesian*


Islam West Relations

Italian

Japanese Language

Korean Language*

Russian*

Spanish

* Via cross-institutional study at The University of Queensland.

Professional recognitionAs a graduate, you may be eligible for membership of the Institute of Public Administration Australia.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll find opportunities providing advice to government and business leaders, developing policy and managing programs with domestic and international organisations in areas such as economic, environmental and social policy, diplomacy and trade relations.

Government, International Relations and Politics

Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Government and International Relations student Amarina Smith is confident that an in-depth and up-close understanding of international relations will help her shape a career supporting Indigenous people. A prestigious New Colombo Plan Scholarship has brought Amarina the chance to complement her Griffith experience by studying and living in Hong Kong. ‘Studying there will give me a knowledge and understanding of how other countries have approached these issues and I can bring that back to Australia to help change the living circumstances and rights of Indigenous people.’

Amarina Smith – Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Government and International Relations


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Bachelor of International Business



What you’ll study You’ll gain critical business skills and knowledge with an international perspective and develop an understanding of the social, cultural and political dimensions of global business. You’ll learn from our award-winning teachers and benefit from their knowledge, experience and connections. You’ll be encouraged to get out of the lecture theatre and into the field with opportunities for overseas study exchanges and internships.

In your first year, you’ll learn about core concepts of international business including accounting, economics and marketing. In your second and third years, you’ll complete advanced international business courses, such as International Trade and Competition, International Marketing and Comparative Management. You’ll also have the option to learn a language or supplement your studies with another area of interest.

Additional majors and minorsYou can choose to complement your studies with a major or minor in:

¡ Asian Business ¡ Chinese Language ¡ Finance ¡ French Language* ¡ German Language* ¡ Human Resource Management ¡ Indonesian Language* ¡ International Relations ¡ Italian Studies ¡ Japanese Language ¡ Korean Language* ¡ Logistics and Supply Chain Management ¡ Management ¡ Marketing ¡ Modern Greek** ¡ Russian Language* ¡ Spanish Studies

* Via cross-institutional study at The University of Queensland.** Offered online via cross-institutional study at Flinders University.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be prepared for work with internationally-oriented trade and investment organisations, or in the public and private sectors in management, strategic planning, research, corporate–government relations, global operations and public relations.

International business and Asian studies

International business and law graduate Sarah Bairstow joined Santos in 2010 as a corporate lawyer on the $18.5 billion Gladstone Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project. She later took on the role of corporate lawyer with the project’s LNG marketing team before being promoted to the commercial position of LNG marketing manager where she is directly responsible for the negotiation of long-term sale and purchase agreements with some of the world’s largest LNG corporations. Sarah highlights her training at Griffith as a key factor to her professional progress. ‘I learnt to think critically and to challenge the status quo.’

Sarah Bairstow – International business and law graduate

‘Griffith equipped me with theability to continually evolvein a business environment,to see change as opportunityand to stay on the front foot in global business.’

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Studying a degree in Asian Studies has reinforced Estelle McCabe’s interest and appreciation of Asian business, culture and history and is positioning her strongly to pursue a career in Japan. Her ambition to work as a communications specialist fostering Japanese–Australian relations in the resources sector was also boosted by a New Colombo Plan Scholarship. ‘I’m confident that living, learning and working in Japan will improve and develop not only my Japanese language but also my negotiation skills by improving fluency and understanding of the spoken word.’ The scholarship enabled Estelle to spend a semester at Saitama University, near Tokyo, through which she gained credits for her Asian Studies degree at Griffith.

Estelle McCabe – Bachelor of Asian Studies

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Bachelor of Asian Studies


What you’ll study Australia is fast becoming recognised as a crucial player in Asia. Learning from leading experts, you’ll develop expertise and an in-depth understanding of Asia’s political, economic and cultural environment and be prepared to take advantage of new and exciting opportunities working in Australia and overseas as an expert on Asian affairs.

In your first year, you’ll learn about core concepts of Asian and international studies, including intercultural communication, globalisation and Asian societies and culture. In your second and third years, you’ll choose two majors and undertake courses from the Griffith in Asia Initiative.

Hands-on learningThe Griffith in Asia Initiative provides opportunities to study abroad and experience Asia first-hand through international internships, study tours and semester exchange.

Degree structureYou will complete two majors plus courses from the Griffith in Asia Initiative.

Majors ¡ Asian Business ¡ Asian Societies and Cultures ¡ Chinese Language ¡ Indonesian Language* ¡ International Relations and Security ¡ Japanese Language ¡ Korean Language* ¡ Politics, Law and Justice in Asia

* Via cross-institutional study at The University of Queensland.

Professional recognitionAs a graduate, you’ll be eligible for membership of the Asian Studies Association of Australia.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be prepared for rewarding positions in government, business, travel and tourism, education, international agencies, training, and export consultancy, in Australia and overseas. You’ll find opportunities in foreign affairs, foreign trade, business consultancy, defence, security agencies and media.


Hotel management graduate Tony Gothard was drawn to the Gold Coast when he decided to follow his passion for tourism and travel as a student. ‘I thought it would be good to study in an environment where they live and breathe tourism and travel,’ he recalls. Today, from his Singapore office, he oversees about 80 hotels in the South East Asia and Pacific Rim region for the Wyndham Hotel Group in the role of Senior Director of Revenue, Sales and Marketing. He remains connected to the University, now contributing as part of the Griffith Mentoring Program. His experiences and successful career transitions during the past 12 years offer valuable insights into what awaits for current International Tourism and Hotel Management students. ‘The tourism and hospitality industry is a fantastic and rewarding industry where you make lifelong friends and contacts.’

Tony Gothard – Management and hotel management graduate

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Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management



What you’ll study In this degree, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the tourism sector, underscored by sustainability principles. You’ll develop core business skills in areas such as financial planning, leadership, management, marketing and strategic management, and enhance these with an understanding of how to manage employment relations in a culturally diverse context. Thanks to Griffith’s close working relationship with the major hotel chains in South East Queensland and tourism operators, you’ll have the chance to gain knowledge from guest speakers and experience via a wide range of innovative work-integrated learning activities. You’ll learn industry-standard systems and graduate with the skills and knowledge employers want, and be fully aware of the culture, service and competitive aspects of international tourism and hotel corporations.

You will complete one major in Tourism Management or Hospitality Management. You can complete a second major or broaden your expertise by completing electives.

Second majorsYou can complement your studies with a second major in:

¡ Event Management (see page 15) ¡ Human Resource Management (see page 16) ¡ Management (see page 16) ¡ Marketing (see page 16) ¡ Real Estate and Property Development (see page 17) ¡ Sport Management (see page 17)

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be prepared for work in a range of international tourism and hotel management roles, including in hotel and resort groups and the accommodation sector, in independent restaurants and internationally recognised chains, with entertainment and leisure providers such as theme parks, with suppliers of goods and services to the hospitality industry, in airlines, and with local, state and federal tourism and regional planning authorities.

International tourism and hotel management

‘I impress on students when I am mentoring that it is important to tryand get yourself out in to the workforce and get hands-on experienceand meet people in industry. It allows them to relate some of theirpractical experience back to what they are learning in class.’

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Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Asian Studies

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Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Commerce



Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Government and International Relations



Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of International Business



Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Asian Studies

227881 N/A N 4F 1 English (4,SA) N/A NEW IN 2017

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of International Business



Bachelor of Government and International Relations/ Bachelor of Asian Studies227891 N/A N 4F 1 English (4,SA) N/A NEW IN 2017

Double degrees with business and government

With Griffith Business School’s double degree options, you can double your career opportunities without doubling your study time. In as little as four years, you can graduate with a unique skill set that will give you an edge in the employment market. A double degree allows you to make your passion profitable and build a career that is as unique as your interests.


Being able to combine his love of sport with a future career was important to Liam Faithful when choosing his business majors. Leaving his hometown of Mount Isa to pursue his passion, Liam is now studying a double degree in sport management and marketing at Griffith. ‘The transition from high school to uni has been great. I live on campus and I've made a great bunch of friends. They've really made the transition nice and smooth for me. We get involved in a lot of activities at Griffith, which has really made me feel part of the University.’ Liam complements his studies with an internship at the Queensland Reds and credits his lecturers with helping him make the leap from classroom to workplace. Through his internship with the Reds, Liam is getting a grasp on the operations of the club, undertaking everything from data analysis to event preparation. ‘The highlight of the internship is definitely seeing what happens within a professional sporting club. For me, the ultimate goal is to work in a similar organisation so this is a really good stepping-stone.’

Liam Faithful – Sport management and marketing student

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Bachelor of International Business/Bachelor of Government and International Relations231881 283133 G 4F/8P 1/2 English (4,SA) Assumed: any two units of English 16 65 60.20


Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management/ Bachelor of Business235112 283134 G 4F/8P 1/2 English (4,SA) Assumed: any two units of English 16 65 60.20


For example, you can combine Asian studies and finance if you want a career in a multinational investment firm. Or you can combine human resource management with international tourism and hotel management to gain the skills needed to work in human resources in a high-end resort.

See pages 14–23 for descriptions of the individual components of these double degrees.

‘One of the best things about studying at Griffith is the expertise of the lecturers. They make it easy for students to apply what they learn on the job.’

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Bachelor of Engineering with Honours/Bachelor of Business

234851 283435 G 5F 1/2English (4,SA), Maths B (4,SA) Recommended: Physics, Chemistry or Maths C

MathematicsAssumed: any two units of English Recommended: one of Physics, Chemistry or HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or 2

NEW IN 2017

229221 N/A N 5F 1/2English (4,SA), Maths B (4,SA) Recommended: Physics, Chemistry or Maths C

N/A NEW IN 2017

What you’ll study Studying engineering and business at Griffith will give you the managerial knowledge and engineering expertise needed to successfully run complex projects or your own company.

You’ll develop knowledge and skills in your preferred engineering major combined with an understanding of key business issues such as organisational behaviour, communication, economics and quality control. In your final year, you can enhance your employment opportunities and gain valuable contacts through an industry-based project or placement.

MajorsEngineering: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.

Business: Entrepreneurship and Self Employment, Management, Marketing, Tourism Management.

Professional recognition You’ll graduate with a degree accredited by the national engineering body, Engineers Australia and be fully equipped to work in local, national and international sectors. You may also be eligible for admission to the Australian Institute of Management.

Career opportunities Demand for both management and engineering professionals has grown and this increase is projected to continue. By combining these two fields, you can apply your specialised knowledge of business and engineering to roles such as project manager, business manager, chief engineer, supply chain manager and consulting engineer in private and public sectors.

Growing up, Casey Macfarlane had always been interested in the environment, but it wasn’t until she attended TSXPO in Brisbane that she realised how she could make it a career. ‘A Griffith University professor was speaking about the various forms of engineering taught at Griffith. Environmental engineering appealed to me immediately,’ she said. She also had a strong interest in Japan after studying Japanese in high school and completing a student exchange to Tokyo. Now, she’s combined her interests—she’s studying a double degree in environmental engineering and business management at Griffith and is on her way to complete a semester of study at Hiroshima University as a recipient of a 2016 New Colombo Plan scholarship.

Casey McFarlane – Bachelor of Engineering with Honours/ Bachelor of Business

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Bachelor of Exercise Science/Bachelor of Business

231342 283334 G 4.5F 1English (4,SA), one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths B (4,SA)

One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or MathematicsAssumed: any two units of English

12 74 72.60

What you’ll study You’ll gain a strong foundation in the physical and biomedical sciences, as well as practical business and management skills and knowledge. You’ll develop an understanding of how both our bodies and the sports industry work. You’ll undertake a professional practice placement as part of your degree, which will give you an opportunity to put your skills and knowledge into practice. Visit griffith.edu.au/health/placement-essentials for details.

Professional recognition As a graduate, you may be eligible for accreditation as an exercise scientist with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (subject to application).

Career opportunities You’ll find opportunities in sports and recreation management, sports science and high performance management, events management, and recreational club management. As a graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for entry into the Master of Physiotherapy, which will prepare you for work as a physiotherapist.

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Bachelor of Pharmacology and Toxicology/Bachelor of Business

233931 283332 G 4F/8P 1

English (4,SA)Assumed knowledge: Maths B or C (4,SA), one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (4,SA)

Assumed: Any two units of English; Mathematics or HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or 2 plus one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics

NEW IN 2017

What you’ll study You’ll develop business skills and knowledge that will enhance your career opportunities in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and related industries.

In the pharmacology and toxicology component, you’ll learn about how drugs and poisons act on the body, and how to develop new medicines. In the business component, you’ll learn about core business and management functions including marketing, strategic planning and communication.

Professional recognition To seek registration as a pharmacist, you must also complete the Master of Pharmacy degree, complete 48 weeks of pharmacist intern training and comply with all other statutory requirements.

Career opportunities You’ll find opportunities in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutraceutical and related industries in areas including management, sales, marketing, and business development. As a graduate, you’ll be eligible for direct entry into the Master of Pharmacy, which will lead to registration as a pharmacist following an internship year. This will prepare you for work as a community or hospital pharmacy manager, or as the manager of your own pharmacy.

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Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Business

231552 283346 G 4F 1 English (4,SA) Assumed: any two units of English 15 67 63.40

222612 N/A M/N 4F 1 English (4,SA) N/A 15 67 N/A

What you’ll study Combining business with psychological science gives you the skills needed to work as a specialist providing advice to organisations on management and personnel issues, and helping them develop training programs, set policies or manage organisational change.

Professional recognition Depending on your business major, you may be eligible for admission into one or more professional bodies. See page 17 for further information about professional recognition for the business component.

As a psychology graduate, you can choose to undertake an honours year in psychology, making you eligible for associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society and provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.

Career opportunities You’ll be ideally placed to directly enter a wide range of management positions in business, counselling, and training and development.

While initially studying a Bachelor of Psychological Science at Griffith, Camille Graham enjoyed subjects like organisational behaviour and occupational psychology. This business link took her in a new direction when she combined her psychology degree with a business degree. After a successful internship in the building industry with Boral, Camille was offered a graduate position with Australia’s Fair Work Ombudsman prior to graduation. ‘I was able to build on my classroom studies in employment relations and human resources through work experience that was hands-on and turned theory into practice. This has given me the confidence to pursue the next stage of my career as a graduate with the Fair Work Ombudsman,’ she said.

Camille Graham – Bachelor of Psychological Science/ Bachelor of Business


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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business


226192 N/A N 4F 1 English (4,SA) N/A 16 65 N/A

What you’ll study This degree will broaden your career options by enabling you to acquire management skills in conjunction with skills in journalism, public relations, creative writing and literature, languages, history, sociology, and cultural studies.

In the arts component, you’ll be trained to think innovatively and communicate effectively. In the business component, you’ll develop core business skills and knowledge, and specialise by choosing a major that suits your interests and career goals.

Majors Arts: Creative Writing, Criminal Justice, English Language and Linguistics, History, Indigenous Studies, Islam–West Relations, Journalism, Languages, Literary Studies, Politics and International Studies, Public Relations, Screen Studies, Security Studies, Sociology.

Business: Employment Relations, Entrepreneurship and Self Employment, Human Resource Management, International Business, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management, Marketing.

Professional recognition Depending on your business major, you may be eligible for admission into one or more professional bodies. See page 17 for details.

Career opportunities You’ll find employment opportunities in areas such as advertising, education, government, journalism, management, media and research.

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Bachelor of Journalism/Bachelor of Business

235061 283136 G 4F/8P 1 English (4,SA) Assumed: any two units of English 16 65 60.20

227741 N/A N 4F/8P 1 English (4,SA) N/A 16 65 N/A

What you’ll study By combining journalism studies with business training, you’ll develop a deep understanding of the role of print and digital media in business and industry and graduate with a unique skill set that will give you an edge in the employment market. You’ll develop advanced analytical, communication and decision-making skills. You’ll complete a range of journalism courses, developing research and writing skills appropriate to media professions with special emphasis on print, radio, television and online journalism. You’ll also choose a business major (see pages 15–17).


Career opportunities You’ll be prepared for work in all forms of the media specialising in business, including digital media, newspapers, radio, television and magazines. You’ll find opportunities for a career as a reporter, producer, subeditor or manager.

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Bachelor of Public Relations and Communication/Bachelor of Business


227731 N/A N 4F 1 English (4,SA) N/A 16 65 N/A

What you’ll study Combining your business degree with public relations and communication will give you enhanced analytical, decision-making and communication skills, which are highly valued by employers. You’ll develop an understanding of the relationships in business, industry, government and service organisations and the communication skills needed to manage these complex and dynamic interactions.

In the communications component, you’ll study introductory courses in public and media relations, along with specialised courses in crisis communication, political campaign management and communication, speech writing and other forms of public writing. You will also have the opportunity to be placed into formal, assessed internships, which will help you sharpen your skills and make valuable contacts with potential employers.

In the business component, you’ll choose one award major such as Marketing, International Business or Human Resource Management which will broaden your skill set and your career options. See pages 15–17 for details.


Career opportunities You’ll be prepared for a career in the media, public education, commercial communication, arts and leisure management, or interactive media. Opportunities exist for careers in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

‘We developed a great relationshipthrough Griffith. As a Griffithalumnus, it felt natural to look out for my fellow alumni.’


IT graduate Brodie Greig has taken his Griffith degree into the corporate world, launching the web services company worktrainweb. Brodie and fellow graduate Jak Heymink teamed up for their final year project, successfully delivering a custom sign language application recognised by university staff for its innovative steps in assisting school children and adults in learning sign. Through worktrainweb, Brodie and Jak are helping clients to build exciting marketing material and websites. And they are still involved with the Griffith community via the industry mentoring program.

Brodie Greig and Jak Heymink – Information technology graduates

Double degrees with information technology

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Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Business

234531 283462 G 4F/8P 1/2English (4,SA)Assumed: Maths a or B (4SA)

Assumed: Any two units of English; Mathematics General 2 or Mathematics

NEW IN 2017

228791 N/A N 4F/8P 1/2English (4,SA)Assumed: Maths a or B (4SA)

N/A NEW IN 2017

What you’ll study If you’re interested in owning and running your own IT business, this specially designed double degree is for you. You’ll develop an in-depth understanding of business, and gain technical proficiency in creating, using and integrating new information technologies.

You can enhance your employment opportunities by working on a practical project for external clients or undertake work-integrated learning through an industry placement.

MajorsInformation technology: Information Systems, Networks and Security.


Professional recognitionAs a graduate, you’ll be eligible for membership of the Australian Computer Society. Depending on your business major, you may also be eligible to join the Australian Institute of Management, Australian Market and Social Research Society, Australian Marketing Institute or the Pacific Asia Travel Association.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll be prepared for work as a business analyst, systems analyst, web app developer or mobile app developer. You may also find opportunities in business development, business management, marketing and sales, market research, and network and security administration.

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Double degrees with law

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Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Asian Studies

227912 N/A N 5.5F 1 English (4,SA) N/A NEW IN 2017

What you’ll study You’ll develop a broad perspective on Asia’s political, economic and cultural environment, teamed with specialist legal skills. In the Asian studies component, you’ll gain valuable knowledge and understanding of Australia’s Asian neighbours and undertake Asian language studies in Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese or Korean. In the law component, you’ll gain an understanding of law and ethics, legal theory and internationalisation.

Professional recognition Completing the Bachelor of Laws is the first step towards being admitted as a legal practitioner. To be admitted, you must undertake additional legal training and meet the requirements of the Legal Practitioners Boards of the various Australian states and territories.

See page 17 for further information about professional recognition opportunities for business graduates.

Career opportunities Your dual qualifications will prepare you for a career in legal practice, in the public sector and private enterprise throughout the Asia–Pacific region.

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Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Business

231712 283503 G 5.5F 1 English (4,SA) Assumed: any two units of English 9 81 80.40

227602 N/A N 5.5F 1 English (4,SA) N/A 9 81 N/A

What you’ll study You’ll gain a thorough grounding in business management and learn about the law as a powerful instrument of change. As a graduate, you’ll be ready for work helping organisations make crucial decisions that can affect their success. In the law component, you’ll focus on core areas of legal practice and crucial legal knowledge. You will have the opportunity to gain practical legal skills, insights and experience through clinical courses.

In the business component, you’ll learn about core business concepts before focusing on your chosen award major (see pages 15–17).


See page 17 for further information about professional recognition opportunities for business graduates.

Career opportunities The corporate world values graduates in law and business very highly. As a graduate, you’ll have knowledge and skills in two disciplines that are in strong demand across the private and public sectors. You’ll be prepared for a career in professional legal practice, commerce and industry, human resources, marketing, management, or the public service.


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Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce



What you’ll study You’ll develop an understanding of law and commerce, learning about the complex relationship between legal and commercial business practices specific to the major you choose.

In the law component, you’ll study courses required for admission to legal practice. You’ll develop an understanding of the core areas of legal practice and gain the critical skills lawyers need. You’ll also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through clinical practice electives.

In the commerce component, you’ll learn about core commerce concepts before focusing on your chosen major in accounting, economics, finance or financial planning (see page 19).


See page 19 for information on professional recognition for commerce graduates.

Career opportunities You’ll be prepared for a career in professional legal practice, commerce and industry, or the public service.

From an early age, Lenett Hillman had a natural curiosity and open-minded attitude about the world and people from far and near. ‘My interests lie in international affairs and studying Government and International Relations is a realisation of this interest.’ In 2015, Lenett received the Pat Weller Prize, awarded by Griffith’s Centre for Governance and Public Policy to the highest achieving student of the Introduction to Politics course. ‘Being exposed to new ideas through courses like this is thoroughly invigorating and an important part of the education experience for a student. This fed my personal interest in social justice and human rights so I was very enthusiastic from the start.’

Lenett Hillman – Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Government and International Relations

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Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International Business



What you’ll study If you want to gain legal qualifications and work in an international context, this combined degree is for you. It will be particularly useful if you want to work for an Australian company, organisation or legal firm operating globally or for an international company. As well as developing law and business knowledge, you’ll gain skills in marketing, trade analysis and international finance.

In the law component, you’ll study courses required for admission to legal practice. You’ll develop an understanding of the core areas of legal practice and gain critical skills. You’ll also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through clinical practice electives.

In the international business component, you’ll learn about the culture and business practices of Australia’s international trading partners and develop an appreciation of the social, cultural and political dimensions of global business.


Career opportunities You’ll be equipped to act as an advisor to, or to take a key role within, corporations engaged in international trade in Australia and overseas.

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Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Government and International Relations



What you’ll study When you combine law and government and international relations at Griffith, you’ll learn from teachers who are leaders in these fields. You’ll develop a solid understanding of the world we live in and learn about the forces that shape politics, public administration and international affairs.

In the law component, you’ll study within a number of special subject areas called ‘vertical subjects’. Through these subjects, you’ll make connections between law and ethics, legal theory, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues, and internationalisation. You’ll also develop interdisciplinary understandings of law and legal work.

In the government and international relations component, you'll learn about political institutions and processes, business–government relations, and foreign policy and globalisation. You'll develop your understanding of politics and international relations and complete either a parliamentary internship or a work placement.


As a graduate, you may also be eligible for membership of the Institute of Public Administration Australia.

Career opportunities You’ll be prepared for a career in the legal profession, with a special interest in public law or international issues. You’ll also find employment in areas such as diplomacy, strategic analysis or trade relations, or in businesses with overseas profiles, and international aid and non-government organisations.


Double degrees with science

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Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Business

233651 283621 G 4F/8P 1

English (4,SA)Assumed: Maths A or B (4SA)Recommended: one of biology, chemistry or physics

Assumed: Any two units of English; Mathematics General 2 or MathematicsRecommended: one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics

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228821 N/A N 4F/8P 1

English (4,SA)Assumed: Maths A or B (4SA)Recommended: one of biology, chemistry or physics

N/A NEW IN 2017

What you’ll study This double degree prepares students for scientific practice or for business and management roles in technical, regulatory, environmental, health or biomedical oriented businesses, industries or government organisations. Choose from a range of science and business majors in accordance with your interests and career plans. As a graduate you'll have a broad understanding of science foundations and business principles.

MajorsScience: Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Sciences, Geography, Marine Biology, Microbiology, Physics, Wildlife Biology.


Professional recognitionDepending on your science major, you may be eligible to join Ausbiotech Limited, Australia and New Zealand Society for Cell and Developmental Biology, Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology, Australian Institute of Physics, Australian Mathematical Society, Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Australian Society for Limnology, Australian Society for Medical Research, Australian Society of Plant Scientists, Ecological Society of Australia or Royal Australian Chemical Institute.

Depending on your business major, you may also be eligible to join the Australian Institute of Management, Australian Market and Social Research Society, Australian Marketing Institute or the Pacific Asia Travel Association.

Career opportunitiesYou'll be prepared for work as a business analyst, business consultant, manager, researcher, entrepreneur in allied health, and in biotechnology, biostatistics, marine and wildlife management, and tourism.

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Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Business

236131 283256 G 4F 1 English (4,SA) Any two units of English NEW IN 2017

241341 N/A S 4F 1 English (4,SA) N/A NEW IN 2017

What you’ll study Combining your creativity with business skills will enable you to take advantage of opportunities in the commercialisation of design, enabling you to manage creative endeavours from a business perspective. As a graduate, you’ll have a unique range of skills and abilities that bridge the creative–business divide. You’ll be in an ideal position to take advantage of the professional design career opportunities available locally, nationally and internationally.

MajorsDesign: Design Futures, Interior Environments, Product Design, Visual Communication Design, 3-Dimensional Design, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Publication Design, Visualisation.

Business: Entrepreneurship and Self Employment, International Business, Management, Marketing.

Professional recognitionDepending on your business major, you may be eligible for admission to the Australian Marketing Institute or Australian Institute of Management. The Bachelor of Design is recognised by the Design Institute of Australia.

Career opportunitiesYou’ll find opportunities in graphic design, interior design, product design, digital web design, design management, design education, film and television, theatre, digital media, business development, management, marketing and government.


While studying a double degree at Griffith, Peta Wilton brandished her well-used passport on a regular basis. Thirty countries in three years complemented her tertiary education with a global outlook that has served her well. Peta lists destinations like Italy, Turkey, Singapore, Indonesia, Germany, Ireland, Thailand, Scotland, Papua New Guinea and the Czech Republic among her most memorable. Many of her overseas ventures were associated with opportunities gained through the Griffith Honours College, internship programs and international exchange.

‘My overseas experience has given me an advantage. When I’m asked in an interview to give an example of how I have dealt with change, I am able to offer something different to other candidates.’

Peta also had an advantage when the time came to look ahead to life after university. Her connection with Griffith’s Careers and Employment Service led to an offer to work with KPMG’s audit division at Bundall.

Peta Wilton – Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

‘The experiences I have gained through my study at Griffith, combined with my owndetermination to seek them out and makethe most of them, have helped to make mea very competitive graduate entering theprofessional world.’

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How do I apply?

Use this section to help you through the application process.

The following information relates to applying for university as a domestic student. This includes:

¡ Australian citizens

¡ Australian Permanent Residents (holders of all categories of permanent resident visas, including Humanitarian Visas)

¡ New Zealand citizens.

If you’re an overseas student completing Year 12 in Australia, you can apply, on a full-fee basis, through QTAC/UAC or directly to Griffith University. If you’re an international student applying from outside Australia with non-Australian qualifications, visit griffith.edu.au/international for information on how to apply.

1.Explore our comprehensive range of degrees using our degree and career finder website. You can search by degree, career or course and find out everything you need to know, from prerequisites and course options to fees and how to apply.

Visit degrees.griffith.edu.au

Talk to us

You can find out more about our degrees and meet the people who teach them at events such as Open Day and TSXPO (Tertiary Studies Expo). You can also talk to us at any time of the year to find out more about your options.

Open Day At Open Day, you’ll get a taste of student life and experience our campuses.

Visit us at Open Day on Sunday 24 July at our Gold Coast, Nathan and South Bank campuses.

Find out more at griffith.edu.au/openday

Select your degree

Future students teamContact us for advice about your study options and to find out more about studying at Griffith, including student support and scholarships.

¡ Phone: 1800 677 728 (toll free)

¡ Email: [email protected]

¡ Search frequently asked questions: griffith.edu.au/ask-us

Resources

A range of other resources can help you choose the right degree and right university for you.

Explore career opportunities for different industries at myfuture.edu.au

Learn more about student fees and tertiary options at studyassist.gov.au


http://griffith.edu.au/international


http://griffith.edu.au/openday

mailto:domesticenquiries%40griffith.edu.au%20?subject=Studying%20at%20Griffith

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2.University applications made through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) or the University Admissions Centre (UAC, for New South Wales applicants), are assessed on two things:

1. Eligibility—subject prerequisites and any additional criteria set by the university

2. Merit—OP, ATAR (New South Wales students) or Rank

Eligibility

Subject prerequisites Prerequisites refer to achievements in particular Year 11 and Year 12 subjects. For most Griffith degrees, other than education, engineering and some health degrees, the only prerequisite is English. As well as prerequisites, some degrees have assumed knowledge or recommended study. If you haven’t studied these subjects, you may still get in to the degree, but you will find your study easier if you have some understanding of these subjects.

If you haven’t studied the prerequisite subjects for a degree, or if you have studied them but didn’t pass, you may be able to complete a bridging or preparatory course. You can also look for other degrees that provide a pathway to your chosen degree.

Additional criteria

Graduate entry degreesSome Griffith degrees are designed for people who have already studied at university before. These are referred to as ‘graduate entry’ degrees, which often means that you need to hold a bachelor degree to be eligible. For more detail, refer to the entry requirements for specific degrees on degrees.griffith.edu.au

Check entry requirements

English language proficiencyIf you’re an international applicant, or if your previous study was undertaken in a language other than English, you will be need to demonstrate that you can speak, write, read and comprehend English. The English language requirements vary between different degrees. Search degrees.griffith.edu.au for information on your chosen degree.

Merit

Cut-offsQTAC and UAC make offers to eligible applicants in order of OP, ATAR or Rank. Offers are made to students with the highest results first and the place where they stop is called the ‘cut-off’.

Cut-offs are an indication of the demand for a degree, and don’t necessarily reflect its quality or level of difficulty. They’re set each year, and can change from year to year. The previous year’s cut-offs can be used as a guide only. Indicative cut-offs aren't available for new degrees.

Applicants over 18

If you are 18 or older and not a current school leaver, you’re considered a mature age student. If you don’t qualify for admission based on your Year 12 results, you can apply based on work and other professional qualifications and experience. We recognise the knowledge and skills gained through bridging and preparatory studies, professional and paraprofessional qualifications, vocational experience, and Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) results. Please note, current school leavers cannot use STAT alone. See the QTAC website for more details.

QTAC and UAC assess your knowledge and skills gained through professional qualifications, bridging programs, work experience or other pathways. Make sure you include them on your QTAC or UAC application.

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3.There are many ways to increase your chance of gaining a place in your preferred Griffith degree. These methods of upgrading into your desired degree are known as pathways.

A smart pathway will provide the necessary foundation for your future studies. You could even complete your desired degree faster by gaining credit through your pathway studies.

Visit griffith.edu.au/pathways for more information on Griffith’s wide range of pathway programs.

Alternative entry

Griffith CollegeIf you haven’t achieved the OP or Rank you were expecting, missed out on the degree of your choice, or are looking for alternative ways to get into university, you might consider completing a diploma at Griffith College. Located at the Gold Coast and Mt Gravatt campuses, Griffith College offers diplomas that include courses of a comparable nature to some of our bachelor degrees. After successfully completing a Griffith College diploma, you’re guaranteed direct entry into a range of related Griffith bachelor degrees with up to a full year’s credit. Conditions apply for some degrees.

Griffith College also offers the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation —see details in following column.

Visit griffith.edu.au/college to find out more.

Investigate alternativeand bonus entry options

Tertiary Preparation The Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation is delivered by Griffith College. TAFE and various other private providers offer the Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation. These certificates are independent of the high school system. You’ll be trained in the knowledge and skills needed for successful university study and be able to acquire prerequisites for specific Griffith University degrees. Griffith College and TAFE graduates are eligible to apply for direct entry to many Griffith College diplomas and Griffith University degrees. To find out more, email [email protected]

TAFE admission scheme When you graduate with an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma or Advanced Diploma from an Australian TAFE Institute, you’ll be given special admission ranks through our TAFE Admission Scheme. You’ll receive guaranteed direct entry for many of our degrees. Exclusions apply and are listed at griffith.edu.au/pathways

Visit the website or email [email protected] to find out more. You may also be eligible for a credit transfer if you are completing a Diploma or Advanced Diploma at an Australian TAFE Institute.

Find out more at griffith.edu.au/credit

Continuing education certificate programs If you don’t achieve the OP or Rank that you need to study your choice of undergraduate degree, but meet subject prerequisites, you might consider completing one of our non-award certificate programs. These programs provide an alternative pathway into university and are suitable for people just out of school, as well as those who left school some time ago. You’ll study the same courses as our undergraduate degree students part-time, usually for one year, to experience the university environment.

Once you’ve successfully completed your certificate, you’ll receive a special boosted Rank that can be used for entry into a Griffith degree, and where relevant, receive full credit for your certificate studies towards your degree.

For information on the full range of certificate programs and details on application procedures, visit griffith.edu.au/certificate-programs or phone 1800 677 728.

GUESTS The Griffith University Early Start to Tertiary Studies (GUESTS) program offers motivated senior high school students the opportunity to study a course (subject) at Griffith while still at school. Students that successfully complete their Griffith course may be eligible to apply for guaranteed entry into a related degree program. Some degree programs are exempt and/or have additional eligibility criteria. Visit griffith.edu.au/guestsprogram for more information.


http://griffith.edu.au/pathways

http://griffith.edu.au/college

mailto:tafe-credit%40griffith.edu.au?subject=Tertiary%20Preparation

http://griffith.edu.au/pathways

mailto:tafe-credit%40griffith.edu.au?subject=TAFE%20Admission%20Scheme

http://griffith.edu.au/credit

http://griffith.edu.au/certificate-programs

http://griffith.edu.au/guestsprogram

Bonus entry options

We offer a range of schemes that give you the opportunity to boost your entry score and improve your chances of getting in to your chosen degree.

You don’t need to apply for bonuses—you just need to complete your QTAC or UAC application and they will be applied automatically.

The maximum bonus points that a student can receive under all schemes is capped at 10.

Subject prerequisites and additional entry requirements still apply, such as auditions, and there are some degrees not eligible for bonuses. Refer to degrees.griffith.edu.au for details on specific degrees.

Year 12 subject bonusesWe award bonus ranks for subjects and studies that you complete in high school that require a high level of skill and knowledge. As a current Year 12 student, you can receive two bonus ranks (up to a maximum of six under this scheme) for passing the following subject (or equivalent interstate subjects):

¡ Accounting

¡ Ancient History

¡ Business Communication and Technologies

¡ Business Organisation Management

¡ Business Management

¡ Business Studies

¡ Biology

¡ Chemistry

¡ Economics

¡ Engineering Technology

¡ Film, Television and New Media

¡ Geography

¡ Health Education

¡ Information Processing and Technology

¡ Information Technology Systems

¡ Languages other than English (LOTE)

¡ Legal Studies

¡ Maths C

¡ Marine Science

¡ Modern History

¡ Physics

¡ GUESTS or other similar programs#

# Griffith runs a number of programs on-campus, online or at school which are deemed to be the equivalent of GUESTS (see page 40). These include programs such as Griffith Biology, Griffith Eng, Griffith Health and Griffith Exercise and Sports Science.

Note. The Bachelor of Medical Science and the Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science are excluded from this scheme.

OP 1–6 GuaranteeIf you are awarded an OP 1–6, Rank 89+, ATAR 88.80+, or International Baccalaureate Diploma Score 33+, you’re eligible for the Griffith OP 1–6 Guarantee, which gives you guaranteed entry into most of our undergraduate degrees. You can be confident that you’re in as soon as you have received an OP 1–6, Rank 89+ or ATAR 88.80+.

If you’re a mature age applicant, you’ll be provided an admission Rank based upon your previous study, work experience and/or alternative entry options. If you are awarded a Rank of 89+, you’ll qualify for the Griffith OP 1–6 Guarantee.

This scheme is known as ‘The Griffith High Achiever Guarantee in UAC’.

Bonus entry for Gold Coast and Logan locals If you live in Gold Coast City, Logan City, Ipswich City, the Scenic Rim, Redland City, Tweed Shire, Ballina and Casino region (defined by postcode) and have not studied at university before, you’ll be given a bonus of one OP band or two Ranks when you apply for degrees at the Gold Coast and Logan campuses.

The Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science, Bachelor of Popular Music and all distance and online programs are excluded from this scheme.

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4.You can list up to six preferences on your QTAC or nine preferences on your UAC application. You’ll receive an offer for the highest preference you’re eligible for.

Here’s a guide on how to order your preferences:

Prepare your application

Things to remember when selecting your preferences

¡ Nominating a degree for all six preferences using the guide above gives you the best chance of being offered a place at university.

¡ You’ll have the opportunity to change your preferences for the main offer round after results are released in December.

¡ If you’re applying for a double degree, it’s a good idea to list the two component single degrees as a preference as well—these may be easier to gain entry to. You may have the chance to upgrade to a double degree from a single degree after a year of study.

1st and 2ndIdeal degrees—these are the degrees you really want to study, even if you’re not sure you’ll meet the entry requirements.

3rd and 4th

Realistic degrees—these are the degrees that you have a good chance of gaining entry to. These degrees could also provide another pathway into your chosen career, and they might offer the opportunity to upgrade your entry score so you can change degrees after a year of study.

5th and 6th

‘Foot-in-the-door’ degrees—these are the degrees that you are prepared to study if you miss out on your other preference. These should be degrees that are easier to gain entry to and offer a chance to upgrade, or offer a pathway to another degree.


Apply to QTAC or UAC by 30 September to meet the on-time deadline. Applications will be accepted after this date, but you will need to pay a late fee.

Apply online at:

¡ QTAC: qtac.edu.au

¡ UAC: uac.edu.au

5. Lodge your applicationby the on-time due date

6. Lodge any additional applications

As well as your QTAC or UAC application, you may have other applications to submit, such as for scholarships or accommodation.

Scholarships

With over 400 scholarships on offer, we can help make study at university easier. Academic excellence, equity, accommodation and sports scholarships are available. Visit griffith.edu.au/scholarships to find out what you’re eligible for and apply.

Student accommodation

If you’re thinking of living on campus, submit your application as soon as possible. Accommodation offers are based on distance from the university and time of application. Successful applicants will be notified after QTAC offers. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/accommodation

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7.Most domestic students who are studying undergraduate degrees are recognised as Commonwealth supported students. This means you pay a student contribution each semester and the majority of the cost of your education is met by the Australian Government.

How much will I pay?

The amount you are required to pay for your student contributions depends largely on your field of study. The Australian Government groups different areas of study into ‘Bands’, and sets a maximum amount higher education providers (such as Griffith University) can charge you for a full-time study load. At Griffith, full-time study for most degrees means eight courses per year. Your student contribution cannot exceed the maximum rate set by the Government, and most universities and other providers charge the maximum rate.

Student contribution bands in 2016

Find out about study costsand financial assistance

Student Contribution Band

Disciplines in each band

Student contribution amount (per full-time study load)

Band 1Humanities, behavioural science, social studies, education, clinical psychology, foreign languages, visual and performing arts, nursing

$0 – $6,256

Band 2Mathematics, statistics, computing, built environment, other health, allied health, science, engineering, surveying, agriculture

$0 – $8,917

Band 3Law, accounting, administration, economics, commerce, dentistry, medicine, veterinary science

$0 – $10,440

Visit studyassist.gov.au for more information on student contribution bands.

Deferring your study costs with HECS-HELPHECS-HELP (the Higher Education Contribution Scheme-Higher Education Loan Program) is a government loan that, depending on your citizenship or residency status, allows you to defer the costs of your study and pay your student contribution when you are earning more money. You repay your HECS-HELP debt through the tax system. This means that other than study materials such as textbooks, you will have no up-front costs for your degree.

Scholarships

We offer scholarships for students from different backgrounds at different stages of their university career. Visit griffith.edu.au/scholarships to find out what you’re eligible for.

Financial assistance

Once you are at university, our welfare and student liaison officers can help you plan budgets, apply for loans and equity schemes (if you qualify), and explore other financial options, such as Centrelink payments. Visit griffith.edu.au/welfare for more information.


http://studyassist.gov.au


http://griffith.edu.au/welfare

8.QTAC and UAC offers for study in Semester 1 2017 will be released in mid-January. We recommend accepting your offer and enrolling as soon as possible to secure your place. You can then select your classes and create a timetable.

Credit for prior learning

Upon being accepted into Griffith University, you can apply for credit for prior learning, which can reduce the time it will take to complete your degree. You may be granted credit on the basis of prior formal, non-formal or informal learning if you can demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes of the Griffith course or degree. Visit griffith.edu.au/credit to find out more.

Deferment

We offer deferment for most of our degrees. This allows you to delay the start of your studies for one year, while still securing your offer. Deferment is not available for degrees that involve specific selection criteria—such as music and oral health (dentistry). If you are unable to take up your place in one of these degrees, you must reapply in the following year.

Accept your offer and enrol

You can request to defer after you receive an offer. For QTAC, you can select the deferment option when you respond to your QTAC offer.

For UAC, you can email [email protected] to request deferment. For both QTAC and UAC, approval of deferment is automatic for approved degrees and will be confirmed by the University.

Internal transfer

Once you have been admitted to Griffith you have the option to apply for an internal transfer to another degree, providing you meet the entry requirements for the degree you wish to transfer to. Application is made directly to Griffith—you don’t need to reapply through QTAC or UAC. We also offer mid-year transfers to degrees that have a Semester 2 intake. Exceptions apply.

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mailto:deferred%40griffith.edu.au?subject=Deferment

Griffith College

A pathway to Griffith University.

Griffith College offers one-year diplomas that provide an alternative pathways to Griffith University if you don’t get in to your chosen degree. After completing your diploma, you’ll be eligible for entry to second year of a Griffith bachelor degree, so you’ll lose no time in graduating.

Griffith College courses are equivalent to university-level study, and are delivered in a supportive and specialised learning environment to better prepare you for success in your bachelor degree. And because Griffith College is situated on-campus at the Gold Coast and Mt Gravatt, you’ll have full access to university facilities and become part of the Griffith community from day one.

For Griffith College fee information, entry requirements and credit information, visit griffith.edu.au/college

Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation

Griffith College also offers the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation, a bridging program for students who didn’t finish senior studies in high school. You’ll be trained in the knowledge and skills needed for successful university study and be able to acquire prerequisites for specific Griffith University degrees. Griffith College Tertiary Preparation graduates are eligible to apply for direct entry to many Griffith College diplomas and Griffith University degrees.

‘I had heard from friends that Griffith College was a great introduction to university life and my experiences have certainly lived up to expectations. The smaller class sizes are more personalised and it is a great environment to learn in. I have had fantastic relationships and support from both my teachers and peers at the College and these people have all helped me achieve my goals and full potential.’

Chelsea Sherrard-Smith – Diploma of Health Care

These Griffith College programs

can provide entry to these Griffith University degrees

Campus

Associate Degree in Commerce and Business G,M

Bachelor of BusinessBachelor of CommerceBachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management

Diploma of Commerce G,M

Bachelor of CommerceBachelor of BusinessBachelor of Business Information SystemsBachelor of International Business

Diploma of Hotel Management G,M

Bachelor of BusinessBachelor of CommerceBachelor of Government and International RelationsBachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management


http://griffith.edu.au/college

Support to helpyou succeed

Whether you’ve just finished school or finished a while ago, starting university can seem daunting. We offer a wide range of support services to help you feel confident and succeed in your degree.

Orientation

Starting university is exciting, but it can also feel just a little daunting at first. To help you get settled and enjoy success at university, we hold Orientation Week, or O-Week, the week before each semester starts. You’ll find out more about your chosen degree, meet other students, get familiar with our campuses, have the chance to sign up for clubs and societies and find out what Griffith has to offer. As well as practical tours and information sessions, Orientation Week includes fun activities and social events, plus live music, food stalls and giveaways. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/orientation

Learning support services

At each campus library, you can attend a range of free workshops, access self-help resources and book individual consultations to develop your academic, computing and library research skills. For more information visit griffith.edu.au/library/workshops-training

Personal support services

Our personal support services will help you manage your life while you’re at university. Our services include job search and career development, counselling, health services and welfare support.

Go to griffith.edu.au/student-services to find out more.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students The GUMURRII Student Support Unit (SSU) is the heart of Griffith’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and is located on each of Griffith’s five campuses. GUMURRII SSU complements university life by offering a safe and culturally appropriate learning environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled at Griffith. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff assist students from recruitment to orientation, and provide support through to graduation and postgraduate studies. Services offered by the unit include the Direct Entry Scheme, the Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme (ITAS) and the Hands Up! Tertiary Preparation Program.

Find out more at griffith.edu.au/gumurrii-student-support-unit

Students with disabilities We provide disability services on all campuses. These services, coordinated through our Student Services office, enable students with disabilities to access and participate in our learning environment.

Future students should contact the Disabilities Service:

Phone: +61 (0)7 3735 7470

Email: [email protected]

If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can contact the Disabilities Service Officer directly on:

Phone: 0419 713 271

Email: [email protected]

Finding a place to liveGriffith Accommodation and a range of private providers offer on-campus accommodation at our Gold Coast, Nathan, Mt Gravatt and Logan campuses. Living on campus is a convenient option for many students and provides the opportunity to join a diverse international community, access university facilities and academic support and make lifelong friends.

We can also provide information on how to find off-campus accommodation, what to look for when inspecting properties, how to apply for accommodation once you have found the right place and help you connect with potential flatmates if you’re looking to share accommodation. Campus Life (in Brisbane and Logan) and the Student Guild (at the Gold Coast) can also provide you with up-to-date listings of accommodation ranging from rooms in share houses to beach front apartments, with information on transport and costs.

For more information visit griffith.edu.au/accommodation

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http://griffith.edu.au/orientation

http://griffith.edu.au/library/workshops-training

http://griffith.edu.au/library/workshops-training

http://griffith.edu.au/student-services

http://griffith.edu.au/gumurrii-student-support-unit

http://griffith.edu.au/gumurrii-student-support-unit

mailto:disability%40griffith.edu.au?subject=Disability%20Services

mailto:deafstudentsupportprogram%40griffith.edu.au?subject=Deaf%20Student%20Support%20Program

mailto:deafstudentsupportprogram%40griffith.edu.au?subject=Deaf%20Student%20Support%20Program

http://griffith.edu.au/accommodation

What’s next?

Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC): qtac.edu.au

or

Universities Admissions Centre (UAC: New South Wales-based admissions system): uac.edu.au

Note. Only applicants for Gold Coast degrees can apply through UAC.

Contact us

For advice and information, visit griffith.edu.au/ask-us

or

Phone 1800 677 728 to speak to staff at our Future Students Contact Centre

Still need more information?

Search our degree and career finderFind out more about our degrees by searching the degree and career finder. Visit degrees.griffith.edu.au

Get a more detailed study guide Look at our other detailed study guides to find out more about another area that interests you.

Our other guides focus on:

¡ criminology and law

¡ education

¡ engineering and information technology

¡ environment, planning and architecture

¡ health

¡ humanities and languages

¡ music (Queensland Conservatorium)

¡ science and aviation

¡ visual and creative arts (Queensland College of Art | Griffith Film School).

Visit our future students website Our future students site has information about applying to study with us and guides to university life. You can also register to receive email updates about our degrees, events and key dates. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/futurestudents

Talk to us at Open Day Sunday 24 July, Gold Coast, Nathan and South Bank campuses.

griffith.edu.au/openday

Connect with us online Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or subscribe to our YouTube channel for updates on events and key dates. You’ll also find news and information about our campuses, our teaching and research, and our students, staff and graduates.

facebook.com/griffithuniversity

instagram/griffithuniversity

twitter.com/griffith_uni

youtube.com/griffithuniversity

Decided what you want to study?

Apply online by 30 September


http://qtac.edu.au

http://uac.edu.au

http://griffith.edu.au/ask-us


http://griffith.edu.au/futurestudents


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Campuses

Gold CoastThe Gold Coast, our largest campus, offers degrees in almost all disciplines. Centrally located in Southport, it boasts a range of new, state-of-the-art facilities. This comprehensive campus is widely renowned for excellence in health research and education.

Our network of thriving campuses spans three cities in South East Queensland, with the Nathan, Mt Gravatt and South Bank campuses in Brisbane, and campuses at the Gold Coast and Logan. Each of our campuses has distinct areas of expertise and is deeply engaged with its local community.

NathanNathan, our foundation campus, is situated in tranquil, native bushland on the edge of Toohey Forest. It offers degrees in business and government, engineering and information technology, environment, humanities and languages, law, and science and aviation.

LoganLogan, our community-focused campus, is renowned as a national showcase of social inclusion in higher education through innovative partnerships, industry engagement and degree pathways, with a strong focus on community health, education and business.

South BankLocated in Brisbane’s cultural heart, the South Bank campus is renowned for excellence in the creative and performing arts. The campus encompasses the Queensland College of Art, Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith Film School and Griffith Graduate Centre.

Mt Gravatt Adjacent to Nathan campus with panoramic views to Brisbane, our Mt Gravatt campus is our social sciences and humanities hub. The campus is the base for research into critical social issues, including education and suicide prevention.

See you at Open Day!

Sunday 24 July 20169 am – 2 pmGold Coast, Nathan and South Bank campuses griffith.edu.au/openday

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Applications

QTAC applications for 2017 admissions open 2 August 2016

UAC applications for 2017 admissions open 3 August 2016

Scholarship applications open (closing dates vary) mid-July 2016

QTAC and UAC on time applications due 30 September 2016

Events

Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo 27 – 28 May 2016

TSXPO (Tertiary Studies Expo) 16 – 17 July 2016

Griffith University Open Day 24 July 2016

Visit griffith.edu.au/futurestudents for information about events, including ones for specific degrees held on-campus throughout the year, and more details about application dates.

2017 Griffith University trimester dates

Trimester 1 (T1) 27 February – 26 May 2017

Trimester 2 (T2) 3 July – 22 September 2017

Trimester 3 (T3) 30 October 2017 – 2 February 2018

Visit griffith.edu.au/academiccalendar for detailed academic calendars.

Key dates


http://griffith.edu.au/academiccalendar

Business and government

Documents

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