Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management
Course code K93
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About this Course
This degree will equip you for a career in the hospitality and tourism management sector – one of the world’s fastest growing and in demand industries.
You’ll gain an understanding of food and beverage management, sustainable tourism development, managing the service, experience, business identity and protocols, the business environment, and data analytics. You can also specialise by choosing a major in marketing, human resource management, international business or events management.
This course will introduce you to industry standard technology and will give you an international and cultural perspective about the industry. Ready to graduate with the essential skills to succeed in middle and senior levels in hospitality and tourism management?
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.
Course code K93
Entry requirements
70 Indicative ATAR
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Fees
Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $17,000
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
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Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT |
Mount Lawley | ||
South West | ||
Online | FT PT | FT PT |
About this Course
This degree will equip you for a career in the hospitality and tourism management sector – one of the world’s fastest growing and in demand industries.
You’ll gain an understanding of food and beverage management, sustainable tourism development, managing the service, experience, business identity and protocols, the business environment, and data analytics. You can also specialise by choosing a major in marketing, human resource management, international business or events management.
This course will introduce you to industry standard technology and will give you an international and cultural perspective about the industry. Ready to graduate with the essential skills to succeed in middle and senior levels in hospitality and tourism management?
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.
Course code K93
CRICOS code 052951M
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Fees
International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $37,300
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
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Joondalup | FT | FT |
Mount Lawley | ||
South West | ||
Online | FT PT | FT PT |
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Course Structure
Students will complete 24 units consisting of 12 Core units plus a 4-unit Minor* (from the list below) and an 8-unit Supplementary Program** (which may consist of 8 x Elective units or 2 x Minors or 1 x Major) *4-unit Minors (students must select one of the following Minors): - International Hotel and Resort Management; - Tourism Business Management; - Event Management; - Marketing; - Entrepreneurship and Innovation; - Human Resource Management; - International Business Language (not available online); - Internship (not available online and enrolment is by application only); or - 4 electives with course coordinator approval. ** Supplementary Program Recommended study areas include Majors/Minors such as: Event Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management; Management, Accounting, International Business and/or Project Management. At the commencement of this degree, all students must contact the ECU Student Hub team to obtain a personalised course planner to ensure timely completion of all units.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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TSM2111 | Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism | 15 |
HOS2110 | Food and Beverage Management | 15 |
SBL1800 | Work and Career | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 1 x Unit | 15 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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HOS2325 | Managing the Service Experience | 15 |
MAN2145 | Human Resource Management | 15 |
SBL1300 | Business Environments & Markets | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 1 x Unit | 15 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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Unit from Minor | 1 x Unit | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 2 x Units | 30 |
Plus select 1 unit from: | ||
TSM2202 ^ | Introduction to Event Management | 15 |
MKT2805 ^ | Social Media Marketing | 15 |
FBL2505 ^ | Service Learning | 15 |
TSM3500 ^ | Business Events Management | 15 |
BUS3700 ^ | Business Study Tour | 15 |
Note: BUS3700 is not offered every semester and enrolment is by application only.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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HOS3211 | Management of Hospitality Finance | 15 |
Unit from Minor | 1 x Unit | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 2 x Units | 30 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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The units taken in Year 3, Semesters 1 & 2 will vary according to the Minor and/or Supplementary Program units chosen. | ||
MKT3820 | Data Analysis for Marketing Insights | 15 |
HOS3100 | Hospitality and Tourism Management | 15 |
FBL3501 | Business Practicum | 15 |
Unit from Minor | 2 x Units | 30 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 2 x Units | 30 |
Plus select one unit from: | ||
TSM3101 ^ | International Resort Management | 15 |
TSM3610 ^ | Sustainable Tourism Development | 15 |
^ Core Option
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookCourse notes
Important course notes
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Students can choose to complete either a 15-credit point work placement unit OR two 30-credit point internship units as part of this course. The work placement option requires students to undertake a minimum of 100 hours of learning in a work setting. For the two 30-credit point internship units, students complete a minimum of 225 hours of learning in a work setting in each unit. The first internship unit is completed in one semester and the second unit in the following semester. Work placement and internship hours are typically completed on a part-time basis and students will undertake projects and tasks that are related to their major and/or course learning outcomes. Internships and work placements will be secured through the work-integrated learning team, or as a result of pre-approved networking and contacts developed by the student. Terms of payment, if any, will be negotiated on an individual basis.
Attendance requirements
Students are required to attend host organisations to complete their learning in a work setting. Hours will be organised on an individual basis and host organisations may require students to attend after hours and on the weekends. In addition to their time in the work setting, students may be required to attend virtual and/or face-to-face sessions as instructed by the Unit Coordinator.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Students must complete the relevant risk management documentation prescribed by the work-integrated learning team, in accordance with ECU policy and procedures. Students should be aware of any work-related restrictions in their visa conditions, if applicable. They must also provide any documentation required by their host partner, including police clearances and immunisations. Required documentation is likely to vary across host organisations.
Professional practice rules
Students are expected to behave in a professional manner in the work setting and adhere to the host organisation and/or industry's Code of Conduct. They are also required to meet the requirements outlined in the SBL WIL Guidelines for Students’. Host organisations are expected to the meet the requirements outlined in the 'SBL WIL Guidelines for Collaborators'.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply broad and coherent knowledge to a range of business situations, incorporating international/global/cultural perspectives.
- Access, analyse and critically evaluate relevant information to solve challenging business problems systematically.
- Communicate business knowledge, concepts and advice persuasively and clearly in both written and oral formats, using relevant technology.
- Collaborate effectively in team settings to produce measurable outcomes.
- Generate creative ideas for business innovations that respond to opportunities and constant change.
- Reflect on feedback and critique one’s own performance in order to identify and plan opportunities for development.
- Value professional behaviours and/or personal citizenship that reflect an appreciation of the interrelationship between business ethics and corporate social responsibility.
Professional Recognition
One or more of the majors in this course is externally recognised when studied within this course. Refer to the major for more information.
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time Online
Course Structure
Students will complete 24 units consisting of 12 Core units plus a 4-unit Minor* (from the list below) and an 8-unit Supplementary Program** (which may consist of 8 x Elective units or 2 x Minors or 1 x Major) *4-unit Minors (students must select one of the following Minors): - International Hotel and Resort Management; - Tourism Business Management; - Event Management; - Marketing; - Entrepreneurship and Innovation; - Human Resource Management; - International Business Language (not available online); - Internship (not available online and enrolment is by application only); or - 4 electives with course coordinator approval. ** Supplementary Program Recommended study areas include Majors/Minors such as: Event Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management; Management, Accounting, International Business and/or Project Management. At the commencement of this degree, all students must contact the ECU Student Hub team to obtain a personalised course planner to ensure timely completion of all units.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
---|---|---|
TSM2111 | Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism | 15 |
HOS2110 | Food and Beverage Management | 15 |
SBL1800 | Work and Career | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 1 x Unit | 15 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
---|---|---|
HOS2325 | Managing the Service Experience | 15 |
MAN2145 | Human Resource Management | 15 |
SBL1300 | Business Environments & Markets | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 1 x Unit | 15 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
---|---|---|
Unit from Minor | 1 x Unit | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 2 x Units | 30 |
Plus select 1 unit from: | ||
TSM2202 ^ | Introduction to Event Management | 15 |
MKT2805 ^ | Social Media Marketing | 15 |
FBL2505 ^ | Service Learning | 15 |
TSM3500 ^ | Business Events Management | 15 |
BUS3700 ^ | Business Study Tour | 15 |
Note: BUS3700 is not offered every semester and enrolment is by application only.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
---|---|---|
HOS3211 | Management of Hospitality Finance | 15 |
Unit from Minor | 1 x Unit | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 2 x Units | 30 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
---|---|---|
The units taken in Year 3, Semesters 1 & 2 will vary according to the Minor and/or Supplementary Program units chosen. | ||
MKT3820 | Data Analysis for Marketing Insights | 15 |
HOS3100 | Hospitality and Tourism Management | 15 |
FBL3501 | Business Practicum | 15 |
Unit from Minor | 2 x Units | 30 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | 2 x Units | 30 |
Plus select one unit from: | ||
TSM3101 ^ | International Resort Management | 15 |
TSM3610 ^ | Sustainable Tourism Development | 15 |
^ Core Option
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookCourse notes
Important course notes
-
Students can choose to complete either a 15-credit point work placement unit OR two 30-credit point internship units as part of this course. The work placement option requires students to undertake a minimum of 100 hours of learning in a work setting. For the two 30-credit point internship units, students complete a minimum of 225 hours of learning in a work setting in each unit. The first internship unit is completed in one semester and the second unit in the following semester. Work placement and internship hours are typically completed on a part-time basis and students will undertake projects and tasks that are related to their major and/or course learning outcomes. Internships and work placements will be secured through the work-integrated learning team, or as a result of pre-approved networking and contacts developed by the student. Terms of payment, if any, will be negotiated on an individual basis.
Attendance requirements
Students are required to attend host organisations to complete their learning in a work setting. Hours will be organised on an individual basis and host organisations may require students to attend after hours and on the weekends. In addition to their time in the work setting, students may be required to attend virtual and/or face-to-face sessions as instructed by the Unit Coordinator.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Students must complete the relevant risk management documentation prescribed by the work-integrated learning team, in accordance with ECU policy and procedures. Students should be aware of any work-related restrictions in their visa conditions, if applicable. They must also provide any documentation required by their host partner, including police clearances and immunisations. Required documentation is likely to vary across host organisations.
Professional practice rules
Students are expected to behave in a professional manner in the work setting and adhere to the host organisation and/or industry's Code of Conduct. They are also required to meet the requirements outlined in the SBL WIL Guidelines for Students’. Host organisations are expected to the meet the requirements outlined in the 'SBL WIL Guidelines for Collaborators'.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply broad and coherent knowledge to a range of business situations, incorporating international/global/cultural perspectives.
- Access, analyse and critically evaluate relevant information to solve challenging business problems systematically.
- Communicate business knowledge, concepts and advice persuasively and clearly in both written and oral formats, using relevant technology.
- Collaborate effectively in team settings to produce measurable outcomes.
- Generate creative ideas for business innovations that respond to opportunities and constant change.
- Reflect on feedback and critique one’s own performance in order to identify and plan opportunities for development.
- Value professional behaviours and/or personal citizenship that reflect an appreciation of the interrelationship between business ethics and corporate social responsibility.
Professional Recognition
One or more of the majors in this course is externally recognised when studied within this course. Refer to the major for more information.
Fees and Scholarships
Fees
- AUD $17,000 - Commonwealth supported estimated 1st year indicative fee 1
Note
1 The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Some units require the payment of a fee for incidental goods or services required to complete those units. For more information and the full list of incidental fees for courses and units, visit What are Incidental Fees.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
You’ll have career opportunities within a diverse range of global hospitality and tourism businesses, including hotels, resorts, tour companies, travel agencies, visitor centres, theme parks, visitor attraction sites, convention centres, events companies, restaurants, and cafes and bars. You could be involved in the operations and management of accommodation provision servicing, including food and beverage services, entertainment, conferences, tourism operations, visitor services, sales and marketing, and much more.
Possible future job titles
Hotel Manager, Resort Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Front Office Manager, Hotel Sales Manager, Tour Operator, Visitor Centre Manager, Theme Park Manager, Ecotourism Operator
Similar courses to consider
- Bachelor of Commerce
The Bachelor of Commerce (Tourism & Hospitality Management and International Hotel and Resort Management major) is also available in this discipline.
Fees and Scholarships
Fees
- AUD $37,300 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee 1
Note
1 The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, and has been calculated based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for each individual unit you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Some units require the payment of a fee for incidental goods or services required to complete those units. For more information and the full list of incidental fees for courses and units, visit What are Incidental Fees.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
You’ll have career opportunities within a diverse range of global hospitality and tourism businesses, including hotels, resorts, tour companies, travel agencies, visitor centres, theme parks, visitor attraction sites, convention centres, events companies, restaurants, and cafes and bars. You could be involved in the operations and management of accommodation provision servicing, including food and beverage services, entertainment, conferences, tourism operations, visitor services, sales and marketing, and much more.
Possible future job titles
Hotel Manager, Resort Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Front Office Manager, Hotel Sales Manager, Tour Operator, Visitor Centre Manager, Theme Park Manager, Ecotourism Operator
Similar courses to consider
- Bachelor of Commerce
The Bachelor of Commerce (Tourism & Hospitality Management and International Hotel and Resort Management major) is also available in this discipline.
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Quick guide to uni-speak
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The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national regulator of qualifications in the Australian education and training system. The AQF defines the essential characteristics, including the required learning outcomes, of the different types of qualifications issued across the higher education systems in Australia.
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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CRICOS is the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. A CRICOS code is allocated to education institutions (like ECU) who are approved to recruit, enrol and deliver education to overseas students. Courses with a CRICOS code are available to international students who meet the entry requirements.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points - that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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Quick guide to uni-speak
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The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national regulator of qualifications in the Australian education and training system. The AQF defines the essential characteristics, including the required learning outcomes, of the different types of qualifications issued across the higher education systems in Australia.
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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CRICOS is the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. A CRICOS code is allocated to education institutions (like ECU) who are approved to recruit, enrol and deliver education to overseas students. Courses with a CRICOS code are available to international students who meet the entry requirements.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points - that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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Things you should know about if you're thinking about studying here.
Course Entry
There's more than one admission pathway into an ECU course. It depends on what you've studied already, or your work or life experience.
Fees & Scholarships
Course tuition fees can change, but we can give you an estimate of your costs. If you're eligible, a scholarship or student loan can help too.
Applying
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ECU Experience
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