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'I chose the Diploma in Business as a bridging course to the Bachelor of Business. It provides a guided transition into university life with smaller class sizes and supportive teaching staff.
The Diploma in Business is equipping me with the skills to succeed in the future by working on real-world clients and case studies.'
Skills for your future
'The Diploma in Business is giving me the experience and skills to decide where I want to take my future study.
The teaching staff are very helpful and always willing to share their real-world experiences to help with our in-class client projects.'
Supportive study environment
'We all have fear of the unknown and QUT College breaks down the fear of going straight into a large university. Smaller more interactive classes ensures you don’t feel isolated. It was easier to make friends at the College and with the support mechanisms in place, it gave assurance you are not alone in the system. I feel I am on solid ground now thanks to QUT College’s established framework for learning.'
Pathway to your degree
'Studying at QUT College really helped me build my confidence and prepared me for transferring into my second year of the QUT Bachelor of Business degree. I improved my English and learnt the foundational business skills which gave me a great start. Classes are small and very interactive ensuring you get the support you need to succeed. I still keep in contact with the many great friends I made from all over the world.'
Diploma in Business and Bachelor of Business graduate, Master of Information Technology student
Highlights
- Gain 1 year of credit (advanced standing) to enter the second year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business degree.
- Develop foundational knowledge and skills for a broad range of business fields.
- Join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
- Equip yourself for future learning, or prepare for your career by developing your writing and digital skills.
Highlights
- Provides a premium pathway into QUT's Bachelor of Business.
- Develop academic and English language skills for successful study in the degree program.
- Join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
- Successful graduates receive 1 year of credit (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Business degree.
- Learn to operate effectively in an Australian university setting.
Why choose this course?
Studying the Diploma in Business at QUT College will fast-track your entry into the second year of QUT's Bachelor of Business. You will learn through university style lectures, tutorials and workshops with a focus on the development of independent learning skills. Graduates are guaranteed entry into QUT’s Bachelor of Business.
Through QUT College, you will join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed. The QUT College community will also offer you valuable opportunities, such as the activities club, which will help you meet new friends and broaden your Australian learning experience. You will also be able to access a broad range of additional learning support.
Learn from the best
The Diploma in Business program is an introduction to the key disciplines and functions of business, with a global focus. You will learn from qualified teachers, which will prepare you well for your degree studies.
Our Diploma programs are regularly updated so they match the latest industry best practice, which means you will be able to use the knowledge and skills you gain when looking for a job and establishing your career.
Explore this course
The Diploma in Business is equivalent to the first year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business. This pathway is an introduction to key disciplines and functions of business, and provides knowledge of current business environments in a global context. You will:
- Study first year academic content.
- Develop your academic language and literacy skills through literature reviews and presentations.
- You will join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
- Study on campus with access to all services and facilities across the University.
- On completion, receive a guaranteed place in Bachelor of Business with 1 year of advanced standing.
The Diploma in Business is equivalent to the first year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business. This pathway is an introduction to key disciplines and functions of business, and provides knowledge of current business environments in a global context. You will:
- Study first year academic content.
- Develop your academic language and literacy skills through literature reviews and presentations.
- Study on campus with access to all services and facilities across the University.
- Benefit from an interactive learning environment, with small classes and more contact hours.
- On completion, receive a guaranteed place in Bachelor of Business with 1 year of advanced standing.
Real-world facilities
This course is taught at QUT College, which is located at QUT's Kelvin Grove campus. The College is where you will spend most of your time going to classes and getting to know other international and Australian students. You will receive a QUT Student ID card which will give you access to all QUT's outstanding facilities, making you part of the fun and exciting QUT university community right from the start. Our community offers lifestyle and social opportunities, which will help you to enjoy a richer cultural experience.
Careers and outcomes
The course is designed as a pathway to undergraduate study in QUT Business degrees. Graduates may be employed in entry level positions. The possible careers list below highlight future career opportunities upon graduation from the Bachelor of Business.
Advanced Standing
Bachelor of Business
After successful completion of Diploma in Business, you are eligible for 96 credit points (one year) of advanced standing towards the Bachelor of Business.
It will take 2 years to complete the Bachelor of Business:
- February, July or November entry with any major.
Course articulation
Once you have successfully completed this course, you will be automatically offered a place in the Bachelor of Business and you will be eligible for 96 credit points (one year) of advanced standing (creditted). It will take two full-time years (or equivalent part-time) to complete your Bachelor of Business (in any major).
Course articulation
To progress into QUT's Bachelor of Business you will need to meet the conditions listed in your offer letter, including:
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successful completion of the Diploma in Business.
To find more information regarding the progression requirements, refer to the 'Requirements' tab for your chosen Bachelor degree, and select 'Australia' from the country list.
Possible careers
- Accountant
- Behavioural finance specialist
- Brand consultant
- Content marketing manager
- Copywriter
- Corporate sustainability manager
- Digital marketing specialist
- Economist
- Financial planner
- Global supply chain manager
- Human resource advisor
- International business specialist
- Marketing communications specialist
- Project manager
- Public relations officer/consultant
- Risk manager
- Small business owner
- Training and development co-ordinator
To meet the course requirements of the Diploma in Business, you must complete:
- Core units (96 credit points) including seven discipline units and one academic skills unit.
To meet the course requirements of the Diploma in Business, you must complete:
- Core units (96 credit points) including six discipline units and two academic skills units.
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 60.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2024.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- BS40
- QTAC code
- 420101
- CRICOS code
- 081618F
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- Kelvin Grove
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- Kelvin Grove
- 8 months full-time
- 16 months part-time
- 8 - 12 months full-time
- February, July and November
- February, July and November
- Duration: 8 months full-time (for July and November start) 12 months full-time (for February start)
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course, we assume you have sound knowledge of the subject/s listed below. If you don't have the subject knowledge, you can still apply for the course but we strongly encourage you to undertake bridging studies to gain the knowledge:
- English, or Literature, or English and Literature Extension, or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 & 4, C)
Offer guarantee
If you achieve an ATAR or selection rank of 60.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF certificate III, certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your ATAR/selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your ATAR or selection rank will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your ATAR or selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2024
The figures listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent ATAR students. The entry thresholds box at the top of this page shows the lowest adjusted ATAR/selection rank required to receive an offer for all applicants for the most recent January QTAC offer round.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
95.45
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Selection rank
97.45
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| Median ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
68.00
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Selection rank
68.80
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| Lowest ATAR/selection rank to receive an offer |
Selection rank
58.00
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Selection rank
60.20
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You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
I completed secondary school in Australia
- ATAR/selection rank
- 60.00
Offer guarantee
If you completed secondary school in Australia and achieve an ATAR/selection rank of 60.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
VET guarantee
If you have completed an AQF certificate III, certificate IV, diploma or higher, and satisfy all other admission requirements, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 5.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
162 | 154 | 154 | 154 | 154 |
| PTE Academic | 46 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 56 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 14 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $17,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $24,960 per course (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $16,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $23,541 per course (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT College Merit Scholarship
A scholarship for future international diploma and foundation students.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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