INTERNATIONAL COURSE GUIDE 2021

PRATIK, NEPAL Bachelor of Information Technology WELCOME TO VU SYDNEY

I am very pleased to welcome you Students from over 45 countries to Victoria University (VU) Sydney. currently study at VU Sydney. When Located in the heart of Sydney, the you study with us, you will be part of campus offers you all the benefits of a global community of scholars, and VU’s progressive approach to education will forge lifelong relationships. By in a highly supportive, inclusive achieving high academic goals, you learning environment. will be prepared for a successful career after you graduate. At VU, we are renowned for our innovative approach to teaching and On behalf of VU Sydney, thank you learning. Our unique Block Model for studying with us. I look forward to of education is now being delivered meeting you soon. across all diploma and degree courses, with postgraduate business programs Felicity Davis Rafferty available in Block Model from 2021. Campus Director and Principal VU Sydney

Acknowledgement of country Victoria University acknowledges, recognises and respects the Ancestors, Elders and Families of the Boonwurrung, Waddawurrung and Wurundjeri of the Kulin who are the traditional owners of the land on which the University's campuses in Melbourne are built, and the Gadigal and Guring-gai of the Eora Nation who are the traditional owners of the land on which the Sydney campus is built. 02 CONTENTS

LIFE AT VU SYDNEY STUDY AREAS WELCOME TO VU SYDNEY 2 BUSINESS 20 THE VU WAY 4 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY 6 AND SYSTEMS 28 MOVING TO SYDNEY 8 ENGLISH PATHWAYS 35 STUDYING AT VU SYDNEY 10 CELEBRATING STUDENT SUCCESS 12 ACADEMIC SUPPORT 14 THE VU BLOCK MODEL 16 ADMISSION, ENROLMENT & FEES 18 GRADUATE SUPPORT 35 HOW TO APPLY 37

03 THE VU WAY

04 THE VU FUTURE-READY

Our graduates have the creative, problem- BLOCK MODEL solving and technical skills required to thrive in a fast-changing world. Practical learning, The award-winning VU Block Model has designed with our industry partners, is improved student results and the student reinforced through industry application experience. You will study one subject over a and supported by skills in communication, four week 'block', or two subjects over eight collaboration and leadership. Our teaching weeks, depending on your course. This allows spaces are optimised for contemporary you to focus on one or two subjects and receive learning, and you will be supported by a your results before moving onto the next block. team of experienced academics who are Small class sizes and a high level of teacher committed to ensuring you graduate with support help you to adjust to university study the skills and knowledge to succeed in and in Australia. International students at VU beyond your degree. Sydney are performing particularly well under the Block Model, achieving average pass rates of 90%. All diploma and undergraduate courses are taught under the Block Model at VU Sydney, with postgraduate business A SAFE & courses delivered via Block Model from 2021. The Block Model is exclusive to VU in Australia. SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY INDUSTRY & We are a welcoming and inclusive university in one of Australia’s highest-ranked student cities. Australia is also ranked the safest GOVERNMENT country in the world for women, according to the 2019 Global Wealth Migration Review. PARTNERSHIPS At VU, we celebrate cultural diversity and provide opportunities for all students to take Our partnerships add value to our courses and part in community and social activities. We ensure our graduates are job-ready, with many have a vibrant social calendar, programs to of our courses professionally recognised and promote student leadership, and activities to accredited. Our courses are tailored to meet support community engagement. industry needs and our students undertake real-world projects, as well as meaningful and engaging internships and work placements.

05 A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY

Our rankings, research, facilities, We are 12 in the world for quality education, according to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2020, for our partnerships and alumni network are contribution to early years and lifelong learning, our teaching all part of our world-class international research and our commitment to inclusive education. reputation. Our alumni network of more than 240,000 includes 30,000 professionals living and working around the world, while We are ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world, employers of our alumni include the London Ambulance according to the Times Higher Education World University Service, Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance, Facebook and NASA. Rankings 2021. We are 56 in the world in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2020, and 51 out of more than 300 universities in the Times Higher Education Asia–Pacific University Rankings 2019. These rankings are the only international assessment of universities across their core missions of teaching, research, knowledge transfer and international outlook.

Circular Quay — Sydney's main ferry terminus, international passenger shipping port and bustling tourism precinct TOP 2 NUMBER PERCENT 201-250

We rank in the 351-400 band in the Times Higher Our ranking globally in Computer Science Education World University Rankings 2021. (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2021).

NUMBER TWELVE

We are 12th in the world for Quality Education, according to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2020.

07 MOVING TO SYDNEY

Australia is located in the Southern EVIDENCE OF FINANCIAL CAPACITY Hemisphere, and is the sixth-largest As a condition of your student visa, you must have enough country in the world. Renowned for money to pay your course fees, and travel and living costs, for you and any accompanying family members while its world-class education system, you are in Australia. You might need to provide evidence Australia is a leading study destination of your financial capacity with your visa application. The current 12-month minimum living cost set by the Australian for international students, ranking in Government is: the world’s top 10 best student cities • student or guardian – A$21,041 according to the 2019 QS Best Student • accompanying partner or spouse –A$7362 Cities ranking. • accompanying child – A$3152. studyinaustralia.gov.au/english/live-in-australia/living-costs LIFE IN SYDNEY A melting pot of cultures, cuisines and international events, HEALTH INSURANCE Sydney prides itself on being a multicultural metropolis. Besides its culturally diverse reputation, Sydney is famed Before you can apply for a student visa, you must arrange for its spectacular harbour and beaches; internationally Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for your stay in renowned sights such as the Sydney Opera House and Australia. OSHC applies to eligible medical and hospital Sydney Harbour Bridge; world-class restaurants; and bustling expenses, depending on your level of cover. Allianz Global nightlife. As a student at VU Sydney, you will never be short of Assistance is VU's preferred OSHC provider. We negotiate things to see and do between classes. special rates and extra bonuses for VU students. vu.edu.au/health-cover THE STATE OF NEW SOUTH WALES Living in Sydney means you have easy access to excellent ACCOMMODATION tourist experiences, including the picturesque Blue Finding the right accommodation is one of the most Mountains and Hunter Valley. Whether you enjoy exploring important factors to consider once you have made the mountains, visiting beaches, bushwalking or whale watching, decision to study and live overseas. You will need to be New South Wales (NSW) has a lot to offer. mindful of how much your accommodation costs, how far it is from the campus and other areas, and whether there are adequate services nearby, such as supermarkets and COST OF LIVING health services. Housing options in Sydney include: • share house – your own room in a shared household While Sydney may sometimes seem expensive, it is comparatively cheaper than other capital cities around the • vacant properties – houses, units and apartments. world. According to Insider Guides, you can expect to spend between A$350-A$370 per week in an inner-city share house VU Sydney's education partner, the Education Centre or serviced serviced apartment. Budget approximately A$50 of Australia, recommends CozzyStay as its preferred a week for unlimited travel on train, bus, ferry and light rail accommodation provider. services. Use the Insider Guides' Cost of Living Calculator to cozzystay.com.au find out how much it costs to live in Sydney, depending on your lifestyle. vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/living-in-sydney

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08 309,000 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS STUDYING IN NSW*

TRANSPORT Sydney's light rail network Sydney has an excellent public transport system, making it easy and affordable for you to reach the campus and travel around the city. The public transport system includes trains, buses, ferries and a comprehensive bicycle network.

WORKING AND STUDYING An Australian student visa (subclass 500) allows you to work in Australia for up to 40 hours each fortnight (two weeks) during your study term, once your course has commenced. You can also work unlimited hours during designated breaks in the academic calendar. Work that is formally registered as a requirement of your course, such as work placements, is not included in the 40 hours per fortnight limit, nor is some voluntary or unpaid work. homeaffairs.gov.au

SCHOOLING FOR YOUR CHILDREN If you have children aged between 5 and 18 accompanying you to Australia, they must by law attend school. Most temporary resident students pay the temporary resident administration fee and education fee to enrol in a NSW government school. Allow schooling costs of at least A$8000 per year for each child. The Blue Mountains education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/going-to-a-public- school/primary-schools/starting-school

GENUINE TEMPORARY ENTRANT REQUIREMENT The genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement is an integrity measure to ensure that the student visa program is used as intended and not as a way for international students to maintain ongoing residency in Australia. Student visa applicants should provide evidence of meeting the GTE requirement in their application form. This must include a statement in response to the question in the form and/or documentation to support claims made in the statement such as evidence of employment or a copy of educational qualifications. immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa- listing/student-500/genuine-temporary-entrant

*Department of Education, August 2020 09 Camp Cove near Watson's Bay in Sydney STUDYING AT VU SYDNEY

VU Sydney is operated in partnership ARRIVAL with the Education Centre of Australia When you arrive in Sydney, our support staff will give (ECA) and offers globally-recognised and you all the information you need to find your way around campus and the city. Whether it is catching a bus, finding industry-relevant courses to international your classroom, knowing where to eat or how to find students from a modern and accessible accommodation, we are here to help. campus. With great places to study and relax, and a strong support network, we ORIENTATION encourage you to take advantage of all Orientation sessions are conducted before the start of classes VU Sydney has to offer. for all new students. These mandatory orientation sessions are designed to help you settle into VU Sydney, adjust to a new learning and living environment, and make new friends. As part of our orientation program, you will learn about the CAMPUS LOCATION campus and its facilities, meet your teachers and classmates, VU Sydney is located in the central business district (CBD). and enrol in your units of study. You can view our location on the map below. The blue area indicates Sydney Harbour, one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world. There is a range of public transport options in the CBD and near our campus, including Town Hall Station (train) which is a 10-minute walk from the campus.

SYDNEY HARBOUR

THE ROCKS

CIRCULAR QUAY

ROYAL BOTANIC SYDNEY GARDENS CITY CENTRE

DARLING VU SYDNEY 10 HARBOUR 1550 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENROLLED AT VU SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT As a VU Sydney student, you have access to student support offered by the University as well as services offered by ECA. Services and support include: SOCIAL ACTIVITIES • orientation At VU Sydney, we are proud of our cultural diversity and encourage all students and staff to get involved in social • academic support and study skills activities throughout the academic year. This helps to foster • academic administration services friendships and assist your English language development • counselling while gaining a better understanding of Australian culture. • social events and activities. Join the VU Sydney Facebook page to find out more about our social events. These events include: vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/campus-facilities-services • surfing and camping trips • zoo, museum and gallery excursions STUDENT WELFARE • regional excursions Our Manager Student Services can assist you as an advocate, • social outings mediator or support person with any issues you may • barbecues. encounter during your studies. There is also a counselling service available on campus for assistance with any personal issues you may experience while in Australia. facebook.com/vusydney.australia

* ShanghaiRanking Consultancy Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2018/19. ^ Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2020 11 STUDENT SUCCESS

Our students are supported every step of the way — from the day they enrol at the University to the day they join our global alumni community. With an award-winning teaching method, excellent services and individual support, our students become confident, career-ready graduates.

NEIL - CHINA

Master of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

ERP is not an easy course to study but the University makes it easier for all students from different academic backgrounds. I appreciate the professional academic team’s dedication to support students with any academic issues. The student services team has always provided timely assistance to students in need, especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

ANHELIAN - BELARUS

Master of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

I started my first trimester in July 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, via digitally-supported remote (DSR) learning. Remote learning was quite challenging at first, but I managed to communicate with my classmates through social media, which was fun and engaging. The lecturers were easy to contact and they resolved issues quickly. VU Sydney offers countless opportunities for students all over the world.

12 DENIS - ESTONIA

Bachelor of Information Technology (IT)

The Block Model at VU Sydney has been the best experience for me. Studying one unit at a time makes more sense and it is less stressful than studying multiple subjects at once. The Bachelor of IT program has units that are very practical. Class sizes are smaller and it is better for me to communicate and ask for assistance from my lecturers. The academics and teaching staff will help you succeed in every way. I even had a chance to create a face recognition app with the support of my teachers.

BIHAN - CHINA

Master of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

VU Sydney brings me to an entire new world where I can use data to observe and solve real-world business problems. I always felt so lucky that I chose to study the ERP course. It is very practical and helps me stay connected to different industries at the same time. Exploring something new is challenging; however, I have never felt alone as VU Sydney has equipped me with student mentorship and professional academic assistance.

ERENK - NEPAL

Diploma of Information Technology (IT)

I am completing my Diploma of IT at VU Sydney and plan to continue my Bachelor of IT in 2021. With the pandemic, online study was difficult at first but I managed to cope with e-learning offered at VU Sydney. The diploma program helps me to understand the units better before I enter my bachelor degree. Studying by Block Model is much better for me as I’m able to focus on just one unit at a time before moving onto the next one.

13 ACADEMIC SUPPORT

VU Sydney provides academic support INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT throughout your studies to equip you Our learning support advisers can assist you if you have with the skills, knowledge and confidence concerns about an assessment or content being covered in a unit. The learning support team is located on Level 1. to succeed at university. From group workshops to individual support, we are with you every step of the way. LEARNING HUB The Learning Hub is a welcoming study space that provides library services and information literacy guidance. Our WORKSHOPS dedicated librarian is here to help you access textbooks, scholarly journals and research databases. The Learning Hub We deliver a suite of workshops throughout the academic is located on Level 1 and can be accessed at any time during year. These workshops are designed to help you transition campus opening hours. to a new learning environment and will equip you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in your studies. Topics addressed in our academic workshops include: • referencing skills • oral presentation skills • exam preparation techniques • critical thinking. Workshops are advertised around campus and on social media, and we encourage you to request a specific workshop on areas related to your studies.

PEER TUTORING We employ student tutors who have achieved high grades to help you with your studies if you need additional support. Tutors conduct sessions for individuals and groups. The tutor list is available from the learning support team on Level 1. The tutor service is free for all students.

COURSE ADVICE Our course coordinators can help you with a range of enquiries, including advanced standing, unit selection and course progression. They will also issue you with a study plan that will map your progress from enrolment to course completion.

14 VU Sydney students in the Learning Hub THE VU BLOCK MODEL LESS STRESS 3 By focusing on one or two subjects, you can deeply immerse yourself in your studies without having to juggle other subjects with conflicting deadlines and assessments. Unlike most other universities where you study multiple subjects at once, at VU you study one subject at a time for GREATER FLEXIBILITY four weeks (undergraduate courses) 4 and two subjects at a time for eight Teaching sessions are available in multiple combinations (morning, mid-morning, afternoon weeks (postgraduate courses). Each and evening), allowing you to plan your work and four-week or eight-week 'block' includes other activities. We also have multiple entry points and the option to fast-track or catch up on your all assessments, and your results are studies during our winter and summer blocks. available after each block. You then have a few days between blocks to relax and prepare for the next subject or block. AWARD-WINNING MODEL 5 The success of VU’s Block Model has been recognised The Block Model is unique to VU in Australia and is founded by the International Education Association of on the success of universities using similar models in Sweden, Australia 2018 Excellence Award for Innovation, the Canada and the United States. Victorian International Education 2018 Award for Excellence in International Education, and the Desire BENEFITS OF THE BLOCK MODEL 2 Learn 2019 D2L Excellence Award.

BETTER RESULTS SIMPLE TIMETABLES 1 6 You focus on completing one or two subjects at The study year for undergraduate courses is a time, every four to eight weeks (including all divided into 10 four-week blocks: two semesters assessments) and build your confidence and see of four blocks each, plus two optional blocks over results in your studies from day one. Under the Block winter and summer. Each unit has three face-to- Model, not only are you more likely to pass, you’re face teaching sessions per week, scheduled over more likely to get better grades. Over 40% of VU three days. Teaching sessions don’t run on more Sydney students studying under Block Model have than two consecutive days, so you will have one received distinctions and high distinctions, without a gap day between teaching sessions and two gap change to the assessments given. days each week.

SMALLER CLASSES EARLY ASSESSMENTS 2 7 You learn in smaller classes and have more one-on-one Assessments have been redesigned for quicker time with your learning facilitators for a personalised completion within each block, with most of your education. Studying with one group at a time will help work completed in class so you can achieve your you to adjust to university life in Australia and form best through early and ongoing feedback. You’ll better connections with your classmates and mentors. have a great sense of how you’re progressing in your Plus, this will help you gain more confidence to be able course, with final grades for units available soon to share ideas and debate concepts. after each block finishes.

16 POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMS

If you are studying a postgraduate program, you will undertake two units at a time over eight weeks. Students will participate in two workshops per week (one to two hours long) for six weeks, followed by a three-hour workshop in Week 7 and a break in Week 8 for reflection.

In 2021, students commencing in the Master of Business (Accounting) (BMAK) and the Master of Enterprise Resource Planning (BMEN) will undertake their studies in the postgraduate block mode delivery. Students who commence in the Master of Applied Information Technology (NMIT) will undertake their studies in a traditional trimester delivery. This consists of 12 teaching weeks followed by a final exam period. NMIT students will transition to the postgraduate block mode delivery from 2022.

MULTIPLE STARTING POINTS

This table highlights our multiple optional entry points available to begin your course. You can start in Block 1, or fast-track or catch up on your studies by including Summer Blocks. We are reviewing our calendar to include more entry points, so check in later in the year for up-to-date information. vu.edu.au/timetables

SUMMER SEMESTER 1 WINTER SEMESTER 2 SUMMER

DATES 18 JAN 22 FEB 22 MAR 3 MAY 31 MAY 5 JUL 2 AUG 30 AUG 4 OCT 1 NOV 29 NOV 2022

UNDERGRADUATE Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 Winter Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 (4-WEEK BLOCKS) SUMMER 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks BREAK 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit 1 unit

POSTGRADUATE Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Block 4 Block 5 (8-WEEK BLOCKS) BREAK 8 weeks 8 weeks BREAK 8 weeks 8 weeks 8 weeks 2 units 2 units 2 units 2 units 2 units

17 ADMISSION, ENROLMENT & FEES

HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS RECOGNITION OF PRIOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES To enrol in a higher education (HE) diploma, you need to have If you have completed some or all of your academic study a secondary school certification equivalent to an Australian in English, we may recognise your prior English language Year 12 qualification. Successful completion of a HE diploma studies for entry into a course. To qualify for recognition of guarantees entry into the second year of the corresponding prior studies in an English language medium, you need to bachelor degree. have achieved one of the scores or qualifications listed on the course pages, and have achieved this score or qualification within the expected duration at an accepted English language UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES provider. To enrol in an undergraduate degree, you need to have a Each application will be assessed on a case-by-case basis secondary school certification equivalent to an Australian and VU Sydney reserves the right to ask for English language Year 12 qualification. Undergraduate programs are delivered proficiency test results. Students who do not meet the English on a semester-based academic calendar. Course delivery is language requirements may choose to undertake an intensive facilitated via four-week block delivery. English course at ECA’s English Language School in Sydney. vu.edu.au/entry-international MASTERS DEGREES (COURSEWORK) elsis.edu.au The requirement for master’s degrees is an undergraduate degree comparable to an Australian undergraduate degree or FEES graduate diploma. From Semester 1, 2021, all postgraduate business programs will transition to postgraduate 8-week To accept your offer into your VU course(s), you will have to Block Model delivery from a trimester-based delivery. From pay a deposit that covers tuition fees and Overseas Student 2022, all other postgraduate programs will transition to a Health Cover (OSHC) if you have asked VU to organise OSHC semester-based 8-week block delivery. on your behalf, and you also need to sign your International Student Written Agreement. Indicative course fees will be detailed in your agreement. Subsequent tuition fees will be charged one study period at a time and will be payable upon ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS commencement of your next study period. Fees vary by Find out if you meet the minimum academic entry course and are subject to change. Note that annual price rises requirements by reviewing the requirements listed by will be applied to both commencing and continuing students. country: vu.edu.au/entry-international vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS REFUND POLICY All VU courses require a specific level of English language If special or exceptional circumstances prevent you from proficiency to ensure that you will be successful in your continuing your studies, you may be eligible for a full or studies. You need to provide evidence that you have partial refund. If you need to discontinue your course and completed an approved English language test and achieved seek a refund, you must supply documentary evidence in the result required for the individual courses. support of your application. vu.edu.au/entry-international vu.edu.au/vu-sydney-forms

CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS STUDIES You could be eligible to receive credit (Advanced Standing) for previous study. Or, if you do not meet the requirements for the course you want, you may be eligible to commence your studies at a different level in a related field and progress to your course of choice. vu.edu.au/advanced-standing

18 ASSESSMENT METHODS ACADEMIC CALENDAR At VU, you get to focus on one or two units (subjects) at a For semester and trimester dates, holidays, enrolment time over a four-week or eight-week ‘block’. You typically information and current timetables visit: finish your block on a Friday and receive your results on the vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/enrol-at-vu-sydney/vu-sydney- following Monday, enabling you to achieve your best through timetables-calendars early and ongoing feedback. We have also redesigned our assessments for quicker completion within each block, with most of your work completed in class. The type of assessment will depend on the unit you are taking, and may include: • hands-on activities or smaller assessment tasks (conducted in the classroom or online) Students must be 18 years of age or above to • group presentations commence higher education diplomas, undergraduate • a final product or assessment task at the end of your unit. degrees and masters degrees at VU Sydney. BUSINESS BUSINESS

Dream of owning your own business or leading a company? VU will give INDUSTRY ACCREDITATION you the knowledge, skills and industry Our courses are accredited by: connections to succeed. Gain extensive hands-on experience through placements, industry-sponsored projects and problem-based learning.

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20 THIS IS MY FIRST YEAR STUDYING AT VU SYDNEY AND IT HAS BEEN A GREAT BUSINESS EXPERIENCE SO FAR.

“The good thing about remote learning is that I can manage my studies and my personal time easily. I have been able to save so much as I did not need to commute to campus daily. The course is practical and the lecturers are very supportive.”

Chang (China) Master of Enterprise Resource Planning

21 BUSINESS

DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS (ENTERPRISE) vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/diploma-of-business-enterprise COURSE DESCRIPTION GRADUATE OUTCOMES COURSE CODE: VDBE CRICOS: 093391K The Diploma of Business (Enterprise) is your Upon successful completion of this course first step towards a successful business you will be eligible to transfer into the second DURATION career. You will develop broad knowledge year of VU’s Bachelor of Business, or graduate of information systems, management and with a range of skills to commence entry-level 1 year (2 semesters) organisation behaviour, marketing, statistics, roles including executive officer, business and business law. This course prepares administrator, human resources officer, 2021 INTAKES you for direct entry into VU’s Bachelor of marketing assistant or project officer. February, May, August, October, Business and/or for transition to entry-level November employment.

2021 FEES A$9,920 per semester

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT SEMESTER 1 IELTS academic module: Overall Information Systems for Business

BUSINESS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) Management and Organisation Behaviour English Language School in Integrated Business Challenge Sydney: Completion of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 1 with Business Statistics an A grade

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT SEMESTER 2 A secondary school qualification Accounting for Decision Making equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Economic Principles qualification Introduction to Marketing Business Law

PATHWAYS

Diploma of Business Bachelor of Business (Enterprise) 2 Years 1 Year

WHAT A JOURNEY STUDYING OVERSEAS HAS BEEN! I AM PURSUING MY THIRD SEMESTER IN BACHELOR OF BUSINESS, MAJORING IN ACCOUNTING.

“It’s an absolute delight to study at VU Sydney with great teachers and amazing opportunities. As a student mentor, I make lots of friends and have lots of memorable moments.”

Anjila (Nepal) Bachelor of Business (Accounting Major)

22 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ACCOUNTING MAJOR vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/bachelor-of-business COURSE DESCRIPTION GRADUATE OUTCOMES COURSE CODE: BBNS CRICOS: 092820B Become a financial expert and inform better This course could lead to a career as an business decisions for global and Australian accountant, business analyst, auditor, DURATION companies with this accounting major. Our financial advisor or taxation consultant. hands-on approach to learning, coupled with With an accounting degree, you could gain 3 years (6 semesters) teachers who are experts in their field, will give employment in Australia and overseas within you the advantage and the confidence to get accounting practices and corporations, the 2021 INTAKES ahead in your career. public sector and not-for-profit organisations. February, May, August, October, November BUSINESS 2021 FEES A$11,330 per semester UNITS AND ELECTIVES MAJOR STUDIES ENGLISH REQUIREMENT Students will be required to complete in total Students are required to successfully complete 288 credit points (equivalent to 24 units) 96 credit points (eight units of study). You must provide evidence that consisting of: you have completed an approved English language test, and • 96 credit points of core business units Accounting Information Systems achieved the result as described (equivalent to 8 units) Financial Accounting below: • 96 credit points of major studies • IELTS academic module: Overall (equivalent to 8 units) Management Accounting score of 6.0 (no band less than 6.0) • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) made Corporate Regulation • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of up of either: Corporate Accounting 67 (section score no less than second major 96 credit points Corporate Finance Listening 12, Speaking 18, Reading (equivalent to 8 units) 15, Writing 21) Advanced Financial Accounting OR • Pearson Test of English academic Applied Business Challenge test: Overall score of 50-57 (no 1 discipline minor 48 credit points section less than 50) (equivalent to 4 units) • University of Cambridge – C1 AND Advanced: Overall score of 169 (no 1 breadth minor 48 credits points band less than 169) (equivalent to 4 units). • English Language School in Sydney: Completion of English for CORE UNITS Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 with Accounting for Decision Making a B grade Information Systems for Business Economic Principles ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Business Statistics A secondary school qualification Introduction to Marketing equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Business Law qualification Management and Organisation Behaviour Integrated Business Challenge

STUDY PATHWAYS INDUSTRY RECOGNITION

By completing all units in the Accounting major, along with the Professional Accounting minor, If you have completed the graduates are eligible for admission into the CPA and the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Diploma of Business (Enterprise) Zealand Programs. at VU Sydney, you will be guaranteed a place in this bachelor degree. You will receive credit for your previous study, reducing the time it takes to complete your course. You can also gain credit (Advanced Standing) into the Bachelor of Business (Accounting Major) if you have completed one of the following courses with the ECA Graduate Institute: • Diploma of Business: up to 8 units of study • Advanced Diploma of Business: up to 12 units of study

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BACHELOR OF BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT MAJOR vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/bachelor-of-business COURSE DESCRIPTION GRADUATE OUTCOMES COURSE CODE: BBNS CRICOS: 092820B This course will provide you with the This course will prepare you for a career as a fundamental concepts, knowledge and systems analyst, programmer (and designer), DURATION skills required to forge a successful career applications developer, network administrator in business analytics, project management, and information systems manager. Graduates 3 years (6 semesters) data management or e-business in a global can work in the ICT sector in a range of economy. Examine information systems, business environments, or gain employment in 2021 INTAKES modelling, development, digital commerce an IT firm as a consultant. February, May, August, October, and management techniques and approaches, November and apply your learning to develop and deliver an information systems project. In a fast-paced, dynamic information age, our 2021 FEES graduates are equipped with the technical A$11,330 per semester skills and knowledge to develop information systems projects in virtually any industry ENGLISH REQUIREMENT across the globe. BUSINESS You must provide evidence that you have completed an approved English language test, and achieved the result as described UNITS AND ELECTIVES MAJOR STUDIES below: Students will be required to complete in total Students are required to successfully complete • IELTS academic module: Overall 288 credit points (equivalent to 24 units) 96 credit points (eight units of study). score of 6.0 (no band less than 6.0) consisting of: • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of • 96 credit points of core business units Business Process Modelling 67 (section score no less than (equivalent to 8 units) Listening 12, Speaking 18, Reading Systems Analysis and Design 15, Writing 21) • 96 credit points of major studies (equivalent to 8 units) Introduction to Database Systems • Pearson Test of English academic Cloud Application Development test: Overall score of 50-57 (no • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) made section less than 50) up of either: Introduction to ICT Management • University of Cambridge – C1 second major 96 credit points IT Profession and Ethics (equivalent to 8 units) Advanced: Overall score of 169 (no Information Systems Project band less than 169) OR Applied Business Challenge • English Language School in 1 discipline minor 48 credit points Sydney: Completion of English for (equivalent to 4 units) Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 with AND a B grade 1 breadth minor 48 credits points (equivalent to 4 units).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT CORE UNITS A secondary school qualification Accounting for Decision Making equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification Information Systems for Business Economic Principles Business Statistics Introduction to Marketing Business Law STUDY PATHWAYS Management and Organisation Behaviour Integrated Business Challenge If you have completed the Diploma of Business (Enterprise) at VU Sydney, you will be guaranteed a place in this bachelor degree. You will receive credit for your previous study, reducing the time it takes to complete your course. You can also gain credit (Advanced Standing) into the Bachelor of Business (Accounting Major) if you have completed one of the following courses with the ECA Graduate Institute: • Diploma of Business: up to 8 units of study • Advanced Diploma of Business: up to 12 units of study

24 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS COURSE STRUCTURE

CORE UNITS 8 UNITS - 96 CREDITS

BAO1101 Accounting for Decision Making BEO1105 Economic Principles BEO1106 Business Statistics BMO1102 Management and Organisation Behaviour BCO1105 Business Law BHO1171 Introduction to Marketing BEO1102 Information Systems for Business BPD1100* Integrated Business Challenge

CHOOSE ONE OF TWO MAJORS

MAJOR 1: INFORMATION SYSTEM MANAGEMENT MAJOR 2: ACCOUNTING BUSINESS

BCO2000 Business Process Modelling BAO2000 Accounting Information Systems BCO2041 Systems Analysis and Design BAO2001 Corporate Finance NIT1201 Introduction to Database Systems BAO2202 Financial Accounting NIT2113 Cloud Application Development BAO2203 Corporate Accounting NIT2171 Introduction to ICT Management BAO2204 Management Accounting NIT2201 IT Profession and Ethics BEO2006 Corporate Regulation BCO3447 Information Systems Project BAO3309 Advanced Financial Accounting BPD3100* Applied Business Challenge BPD3100* Applied Business Challenge

CHOOSE ONE OF TWO MINORS

MINOR 1: ACCOUNTING MINOR: PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING

BAO2000 Accounting Information Systems BAO3306 Auditing BAO2202 Financial Accounting BLO2206 Taxation Law and Practice BAO2203 Corporate Accounting NIT2171 Introduction to ICT Management BAO2204 Management Accounting NIT3171 ICT Business Analytics and Data Visualisation

OR

MINOR 2: MARKETING

BHO2265 Integrated Marketing Communications BHO2285 Marketing Research BHO2434 Consumer Behaviour BHO3439 Marketing Services and Experiences

BREADTH MINOR BPD2100 AND THREE UNITS FROM THE BELOW

BPD2100* International Business Challenge BAO2000 Accounting Information Systems BHO2259 Product and Services Innovations BAO3306 Auditing BHO2265 Integrated Marketing Communications BAO2202 Financial Accounting BHO2285 Marketing Research BAO2204 Management Accounting BHO2434 Consumer Behaviour BLO2206 Taxation Law and Practice BHO3439 Marketing Services and Experiences BCO2000 Business Process Modeling BMO2002 Strategic Management

Units undertaken as part of major and minor studies cannot be used for * Indicates Business Challenge stream, students who elect to complete a breadth minor requirements. Units are subject to availability. double major do not complete a minor, and *BPD2100 and *BPD3100 will need to be incorporated into the one of 2 majors

25 BUSINESS

MASTER OF BUSINESS (ACCOUNTING) vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/master-of-business-accounting COURSE DESCRIPTION GRADUATE OUTCOMES COURSE CODE: BMAK CRICOS: 083037M This globally-recognised accounting degree Gain employment across many business provides a strong foundation in sustainability settings such as public accounting practice, DURATION and global accounting trends. commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations specifically in the areas of 4 semesters You will gain specialist knowledge in accounting, economics and finance, and learn general accounting, taxation, auditing, the skills to succeed in senior accounting roles. financial and management accounting. 2021 INTAKES February, May, August, October, November

2021 FEES A$12,670 per semester

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT You must provide evidence that

BUSINESS you have completed an approved English language test, and achieved the result as described below: • IELTS academic module: Overall UNITS AND ELECTIVES ELECTIVE UNITS score of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) To attain the Master of Business (Accounting), 24 credit points (2 units) in elective units are • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of students will be required to complete 168 required 79 (section score no less than credits points consisting of: Listening 19, Speaking 19, Reading 18, Writing 22) BUSINESS CORE UNITS • Pearson Test of English academic Business Economics test: Overall score of 58-64 (no Accounting Systems and Processes section less than 50) Business and Company Law • University of Cambridge – C1 Advanced: Overall score of 176 (no Marketing Management band less than 169) Managerial Accounting • English Language School in Work and Organisation Systems Sydney: Completion of English for Australian Income Tax Law and Practice Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 with an A grade Business Research Methods Business Finance ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Financial and Corporate Accounting An Australian undergraduate Business Ethics and Sustainability degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or an Australian Professional Auditing graduate diploma (or equivalent) Issues in Contemporary Accounting in a similar discipline Business Research Project

ADVANCED STANDING

If you have completed a Bachelor of Business with VU, you will ACCREDITATION receive the first four units of the program in Advanced Standing. If you have completed study with This course is accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and another university or institution New Zealand. and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for Advanced Standing with your application.

26 VU SYDNEY HAS MADE ME FEEL AT HOME WITH ITS WARM AND HELPFUL ENVIRONMENT. MY JOURNEY SO FAR HAS BEEN GREAT. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO 2021!

Subha (Bangladesh) Master of Enterprise Resource Planning

27 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SYSTEMS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION

Join the world’s fastest-growing Windows and Mac computer labs with industries by taking advantage of our graphics and video authoring tools, and industry partnerships with companies server/desktop virtualisation software. such as Amazon, Cisco, Inspur, Microsoft Our Bachelor of IT includes the option and SAP. VU is a world leader in Enterprise to specialise in Network and Systems Resource Planning (ERP) systems Computing or Web and Mobile Application education. The VU Sydney campus Development, incorporating Cyber includes a networking lab with industry- Security. standard Cisco routers and switches,

201 - 250 A$104,156

We rank 201-250 globally for computer science in the The median annual salary for software programmers Times Higher Education World University Rankings by before tax is A$104,156 (Job Outlook). Subject 2020.

VU.EDU.AU/COMPUTERS-IT

28 THE BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HAS HELPED ME INFORMATION AND SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY GAIN KNOWLEDGE OF FIVE OF THE MOST POPULAR PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES. I WAS ABLE TO BUILD MY FIRST WEBSITE AND MOBILE APP DURING MY STUDY.

“Not only is the course aligned with my career aspirations, but the services available to students — from orientation to graduation — is what compelled me to join VU Sydney. The University makes international students feel like home and opens a portal of opportunities for our future.”

Pratik (Nepal) Bachelor of Information Technology

29 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND SYSTEMS

DIPLOMA OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/diploma-of-information-technology COURSE DESCRIPTION GRADUATE OUTCOMES COURSE CODE: VDIT CRICOS: 093392J Achieve your dream of becoming an in-demand Successful completion of the diploma provides Information Technology (IT) professional. Our guaranteed entry into the second year of the DURATION diploma helps you progress your qualifications Bachelor of Information Technology, where and career in a range of IT fields. Designed you can continue to develop the technical, 1 year (2 semesters) specifically for students who do not meet analytical, managerial, leadership and the entry requirements for the Bachelor of interpersonal skills required for graduate- 2021 INTAKES Information Technology, you will receive entry careers as an IT professional. February, May, August, October, additional support to build the literacy and November numeracy skills needed for a long-lasting career, and to prepare for the transition to 2021 FEES university study. A$9,920 per semester

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT IELTS academic module: Overall UNITS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) Web Development and CMS English Language School in Introduction to Programming Sydney: Completion of English Communication and Information Management for Academic Purposes (EAP) 1 with an A Computer Networks Introduction to Database Systems ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Operating Systems A secondary school qualification Introduction to Project Management equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Web Application and Server Management INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION qualification

PATHWAYS

Diploma of Information Bachelor of Information Technology Technology 1 Year 2 Years

VU SYDNEY HAS BEEN AN EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE AND A MEMORY TO CHERISH FOR A LIFETIME. VU SYDNEY HAS OFFERED ME A LOT OF OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN AND BEYOND MY COURSE CONTENT, TO DEVELOP MY SKILLS AND SHAPE MY CAREER.

“I decided to pursue the Bachelor of IT at VU Sydney because it is one of the few world-class universities that is known for its high academic standard, having ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide. Studying IT in this university has been an insightful, interesting and valuable experience. It has given me the right tools, knowledge, and understanding of how to maximise my potential.”

Amit (Nepal) Bachelor of Information Technology

30 BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/bachelor-of-information-technology COURSE DESCRIPTION GRADUATE OUTCOMES COURSE CODE: NBIT CRICOS: 093390M The Bachelor of Information Technology is a This course will prepare you for a career three-year course with a personalised learning as a software analyst, web designer, web experience. We focus on areas of high job application developer, mobile application

DURATION INFORMATION AND SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY demand such as web/mobile app development developer, data centre administrator, systems 3 years (6 semesters) and information computer technology (ICT) administrator, security consultant, database management. administrator, webmaster, business analyst, 2021 INTAKES Graduate with the technical, analytical, data analyst or project manager. February, May, August, October, managerial, leadership and interpersonal As an IT professional, you could gain November skills required for success in the IT industry employment in a range of sectors including by gaining: IT, government, banking and finance, retail, 2021 FEES • knowledge across a wide range of IT education, health, media, logistics and A$11,330 per semester applications manufacturing. • hands-on experience with industry- standard ENGLISH REQUIREMENT equipment You must provide evidence that • project management experience in many you have completed an approved English language test, and sectors including government, finance, retail, achieved the result as described and manufacturing. below: This degree also prepares you for industry • IELTS academic module: Overall certifications such as Cisco Certified Network score of 6.0 (no band less than 6.0) Associate and Microsoft Certified Technology • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of Specialist. 67 (section score no less than Listening 12, Speaking 18, Reading 15, Writing 21) • Pearson Test of English academic UNITS AND ELECTIVES SEMESTER 2 (CORE UNITS) test: Overall score of 50 (no section To attain the Bachelor of Information Introduction to Database Systems less than 50) Technology, students will be required to Operating Systems • University of Cambridge – C1 complete 288 credit points (equivalent to 24 Advanced: Overall score of 169 (no units) consisting of: Introduction to Project Management band less than 169) • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) of Web Application and Server Management • English Language School in common core first year units Sydney: Completion of English for • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) of MAJORS Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 with major studies (from the list below) Web and Mobile Application Development a B grade • 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) of Network and System Computing graduating core units ADMISSION REQUIREMENT • 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) of MINORS A secondary school qualification minor studies (from the list below). equivalent to an Australian Year 12 Software Development qualification Network Management Students who successfully complete the common core units (96 credit points, ICT Management equivalent to 8 units) in their first year of studies have the option to exit the program STUDY PATHWAYS and graduate with the Diploma of Information Technology.

If you have successfully SEMESTER 1 (CORE UNITS) completed the Diploma of Web Development and CMS Information Technology at VU Sydney, you will be guaranteed Introduction to Programming a place in this bachelor degree. Communication and Information Management You will receive credit for your previous study, reducing the time Computer Networks it takes to complete your course.

INDUSTRY RECOGNITION

Graduates can attain professional membership of the Australian Computer Society.

31 BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 CORE (COMMON UNITS) - 96 CREDITS

NIT1101 Web Development and CMS NIT1201 Introduction to Database Systems NIT1102 Introduction to Programming NIT1202 Operating Systems NIT1103 Communication & Information Management NIT1203 Introduction to Project Management NIT1104 Computer Networks NIT1204 Web Application and Server Management

CHOOSE ONE OF TWO MAJORS

MAJOR 1: WEB AND MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT MAJOR 2: NETWORK AND SYSTEM COMPUTING

NIT2112 Object Oriented Programming NIT2122 Server Administration and Management NIT2213 Software Engineering NIT2222 Networking Technologies NIT3112 Advanced Web Application Development NIT3122 Enterprise Network Management NIT3213 Mobile Application Development NIT3222 Virtualisation in Computing NIT2113 Cloud Application Development NIT2124 Network Management NIT2202 Big Data NIT2202 Big Data NIT3202 Data Analytics for Cyber Security NIT3202 Data Analytics for Cyber Security INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION NIT3114 Online Business System Development NIT3114 Online Business System Development

CHOOSE ONE OF TWO MINORS CHOOSE ONE OF TWO MINORS

MINOR 1: NETWORK MANAGEMENT MINOR 1: SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

NIT2122 Server Administration and Management NIT2112 Object Oriented Programming NIT2222 Networking Technologies NIT2213 Software Engineering NIT3122 Enterprise Network Management NIT3112 Advance Web Application Development NIT3222 Virtualisation in Computing NIT3213 Mobile Application Development

OR OR

MINOR 2: ICT MANAGEMENT MINOR 2: ICT MANAGEMENT

NIT2171 Introduction to ICT Management NIT2171 Introduction to ICT Management NIT2271 ICT Change Management NIT2271 ICT Change Management NIT3171 ICT Business Analytics and Data Visualisation NIT3171 ICT Business Analytics and Data Visualisation NIT3274 Small IT Business NIT3274 Small IT Business

GRADUATING CORE - 48 CREDITS

NIT2102 Cyber Security Essentials NEF3001 Applied Project 1 NIT2201 IT Profession and Ethics NEF3002 Applied Project 2

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MASTER OF APPLIED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/master-of-applied-information-technology COURSE DESCRIPTION GRADUATE OUTCOMES COURSE CODE: NMIT CRICOS: 083015F Enhance your career prospects and become This course will prepare you for a career highly employable with a postgraduate in ICT training, project management, data qualification in IT. The Master of Applied warehousing, IT consultancy, networking

DURATION INFORMATION AND SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY Information Technology is a flexible administration, networking or software 4 trimesters of study course, providing advanced training in development/engineering. Graduates may information technology for students with an also be eligible to undertake further study and 2021 INTAKES IT undergraduate qualification. Apply your enter master’s (by research) and PhD degrees. March, August and November knowledge and skills to real-world problems and scenarios in this practical course.

2021 FEES A$12,670 per semester

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT You must provide evidence that UNITS AND ELECTIVES YEAR 2, TRIMESTER 2 you have completed an approved The Master of Applied Information Technology Cyber Security Law, Regulation and Policy English language test, and is a 192 credit points (16 units) course. achieved the result as described Project Risk Management below: The degree consists of IT units, project Data Warehousing and Mining management units and research-based units. • IELTS academic module: Overall Research Project Part B score of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) Students can choose between a 24-credit points thesis (Research Project Part A and B), • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of or a 48-credit points thesis (Research Thesis ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES 79 (section score no less than 1 and 2). Project Stakeholder Management Listening 19, Speaking 19, Reading Mobile Network Design 18, Writing 22) YEAR 1, TRIMESTER 1 Fundamentals of Project Management • Pearson Test of English academic Networking Systems test: Overall score of 58 (no section Project Planning and Control less than 50) Database Analysis and Design • University of Cambridge – C1 Principles of Project Management Advanced: Overall score of 176 (no Fundamentals of Cyber Security band less than 169) • English Language School in YEAR 1, TRIMESTER 2 Sydney: Completion of English for Cloud Security Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 with an A grade Advanced Object Oriented Programming Project Management and Information ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Technology An Australian undergraduate Introduction to Research degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline, or an Australian graduate diploma (or equivalent) YEAR 2, TRIMESTER 1 in a similar discipline Enterprise Security Management Mobile Applications Advanced Project Research Project Part A ADVANCED STANDING INDUSTRY RECOGNITION If you have completed a Bachelor of Information Technology at VU Graduates can attain professional membership of the Australian Computer Society. Sydney, you will receive the first four units of the NMIT program in Advanced Standing. If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for Advanced Standing with your application.

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MASTER OF ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/master-of-enterprise-resource-planning COURSE DESCRIPTION GRADUATE OUTCOMES COURSE CODE: BMEN CRICOS: 103278B Achieve a lucrative position as a SAP specialist By completing this course, you’ll gain a in the growing world of digital-resource competitive advantage for senior roles in ICT DURATION management, with our world-class Master of and ERP. Industries where ERP/SAP skills are Enterprise Resource Planning. Our program used include: 4 semesters gives you specialised and sought-after • construction expertise. It is highly valued in the industry, 2021 INTAKES as the only course at this level in Australia. We • customer relationship management February, May, August, October, have strong industry connections, offering • finance real-world experience and networking November • manufacturing opportunities. During your study, you will develop practical, up-to-date knowledge of • marketing 2021 FEES SAP software. We offer hands-on experience • sporting industries A$12,670 per semester and online access to SAP programs, including SAP S/4 HANA, SAP Fiori, and SAP Analytics • tourism ENGLISH REQUIREMENT Cloud. You must provide evidence that you have completed an approved English language test, and achieved the result as described below: • IELTS academic module: Overall UNITS AND ELECTIVES ELECTIVE UNITS score of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) To attain the Master of Enterprise Resource Elective 1: Any VU postgraduate level unit or • TOEFL iBT: Overall score of Planning, students will be required to other equivalent unit 79 (section score no less than complete 192 credit points consisting of: Elective 2: Any VU postgraduate level unit or Listening 19, Speaking 19, Reading other equivalent unit INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION 18, Writing 22) BUSINESS CORE UNITS • Pearson Test of English academic Accounting for Managers ELECTIVE OPTIONS test: Overall score of 58-64 (no Data Analysis for Business • Internship section less than 50) Business Economics • Predictive Analysis • University of Cambridge – C1 Advanced: Overall score of 176 (no Work and organisation systems • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning band less than 169) for Business PROFESSIONAL CORE UNITS • English Language School in Sydney: Completion of English for Computerised Accounting in an ERP System Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 with Business Process Engineering an A grade ERP Systems Implementation ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Enterprises Resources Planning Systems An Australian undergraduate Business Analytics and Visualisation degree (or equivalent) in any Mobile Computing Application Programming discipline, or an Australian Experience Management graduate diploma (or equivalent) in a similar discipline Analytics Project Management

OTHER CORE UNITS The Information Systems Professional Applied Business Project (Capstone) ADVANCED STANDING

If you have completed a Bachelor of Business with VU, you will receive the first four units of the program in Advanced Standing. If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for Advanced Standing with your application.

34 ENGLISH PATHWAYS

By successfully completing English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at the English Language School in Sydney (ELSIS), students will be eligible for direct entry into VU degrees at our Sydney campus.*

HIGHER EDUCATION DIPLOMAS

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES* UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES CRICOS CODE: 02644C

POSTGRADUATE DEGREES

* Refer to course specific entry requirements to check the required level of English language proficiency for entry into your course.

GRADUATE SUPPORT

As a VU Sydney student, you will WORK EXPERIENCE be provided with a diverse range of VU Sydney graduates can participate in work experience opportunities offered by ECA to prepare placements offered by ECA. Work experience can be a great way to enter your chosen industry, with host companies often you for life after graduation. looking to train candidates for future employment if they demonstrate employable qualities during their placement. The advantages of work experience include:

CAREER WORKSHOPS • observation, learning and training opportunities ECA offers career-related workshops to help graduating • exposure to Australia’s professional culture students enter the Australian workforce. Workshops include: • access to mentoring opportunities • job search techniques • a competitive edge in job applications (for example, • résumé and cover letter writing employers are interested in experience as well as qualifications). • interview preparation and training, including mock interviews. internships.eca.edu.au

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36 HOW TO APPLY

1. CHOOSE YOUR COURSE 4. ACCEPT YOUR OFFER For information about courses, fees and entry requirements If you have been issued a conditional offer, you must meet all for international students visit: conditions before you can accept your offer. Once you receive a full offer you need to: vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney • sign and return your International Student Written Agreement (note that the full document will need to be 2. PREPARE DOCUMENTS returned) To apply for a course, you must prove that you meet the entry • pay your course fee stated on your offer letter requirements by attaching the relevant documentation to • arrange your Overseas Student Health Cover. your application. This may include: If your visa application requires a Confirmation of Enrolment • evidence of your English language proficiency (CoE), VU will send a CoE to you after your International • certified copies of your academic transcripts and Student Written Agreement has been processed. graduation certificates • completed Background Information Checklist and Financial Declaration 5. ORGANISE VISA • completed Advanced Standing application Most prospective international students intending to study in Australia must apply for a student visa. It is important • other relevant documents such as letters from employers that you state your full study intentions when applying. For or schools, statement of purpose or research proposal. detailed information on student visa requirements, how to vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/enrol-at-vu-sydney apply, and related issues visit: homeaffairs.gov.au/visas

3. COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION 6. GET READY TO TRAVEL You can apply using the details listed in the link below: Book your flights and research your accommodation options. If you require a VU representative to meet you at Sydney vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/courses-at-vu-sydney/how-to-apply Airport when you arrive, contact us here:

You can also apply through a VU Sydney-approved agent. A vu.edu.au/vu-sydney/contact-vu-sydney list can be found here: We look forward to welcoming you to VU Sydney! ecavu.meshedhe.com.au/Publics/PublicsPages/ AgentListByCountry.aspx

37 "I HAVE STUDIED AT VU SYDNEY FOR ALMOST TWO YEARS. THE UNIVERSITY IS EQUIPPED WITH ADVANCED INFRASTRUCTURE AND TEACHING FACILITIES. THE TEACHERS ARE FRIENDLY AND WILLING TO HELP STUDENTS. AS PART OF THE VU SYDNEY FAMILY, I HAVE HAD A HARMONIOUS AND PLEASANT LEARNING ATMOSPHERE IN AUSTRALIA."

Mengdie (China) Master of Enterprise Resource Planning

38 "WHEN I FIRST VISITED THE CAMPUS, I WAS CAPTIVATED BY ITS MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT AND THE DIVERSE RANGE OF FACILITIES AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS. I ALSO FOUND SYDNEY A WONDERFUL CITY WITH ITS FABULOUS WEATHER AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY, MAKING IT ONE OF THE BEST CITIES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS."

Malak (India) Bachelor of Information Technology

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