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'As a student from Taiwan, English is my second language, which is why I opted to enrol in the Standard Foundation Program at QUT College. My goal is to enhance my academic English proficiency and become acquainted with the teaching approach. I am confident that this program will facilitate a smooth transition into my Bachelor of Business course at QUT.'
Standard Foundation Program student
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'The Standard Foundation Program at QUT College has provided me with theoretical and English skills to progress into my Bachelor of Education (Secondary) degree at QUT. I enjoy studying at QUT College as it enables me to interact with students from different cultures in a dynamic and diverse learning environment.'
Standard Foundation Program
Highlights
Highlights
- Pathway to bachelor and diploma programs for students who do not meet the academic or English language entry requirements.
- Study academic English, digital studies, literature studies and other units that are specific to your degree.
- Join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
Why choose this course?
As a Standard Foundation student, you will learn the required knowledge and skills that you need to enter the first year of your undergraduate degree and be better prepared to achieve academic success at QUT.
You will develop:
- knowledge based on your chosen discipline of study
- written and oral academic English skills
- digital literacy skills
- an understanding of what it means to be a QUT student and the Australian learning style.
When you have completed the Standard Foundation program, and met the faculty progression requirements, you will be guaranteed a place in the first year of your bachelor degree.
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.
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Real-world facilities
Standard Foundation is taught at QUT College which is located at QUT's Kelvin Grove campus. This is where you will spend most of your time going to classes and getting to know other international students. You will also receive a QUT student ID card so you can access all of QUT's outstanding facilities, and enjoy a fun and exciting university experience right from the start.
Progression to your related Bachelor course
Progression requirements from Standard Foundation into QUT bachelor degrees are different depending on your chosen bachelor program.
To see these progression requirements, please refer to the requirements tab for your chosen bachelor degree, and select 'Australia' from the country list.
Foundation streams
You will be allocated to a STEM or humanities stream based on your selected bachelor degree and progression requirements (i.e. degree pre-requisites). For example, students who will be studying Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) will be allocated to a stream where they will study mathematics and science, when a Bachelor of Creative Industries student will be learning about creative design and creative practice.
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 50.00
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
- QC08
- CRICOS code
- 065045E
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- Kelvin Grove
- 12 months full-time
- February and July
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
- 50.00
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 / One Skill 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 | 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 fees
2025: $22,656 per course (96 credit points)
Fees
2024 fees
2024: $21,322 per course (96 credit points)
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-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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