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About the course
The Preparing for Success Program (PSP) is a flexible, fee-free enabling course designed to help adult learners transition into university study. Delivered on campus or online in six-week blocks, it builds core academic and numeracy capabilities such as time management, essay writing, research and applying mathematical concepts. Successful completion provides a pathway with direct entry into a range of Southern Cross University degrees as a Foundation Studies program. The programme builds core academic English, study skills, and subject fundamentals for university degree entry.
Career outcome
This program is an enabling pathway rather than a vocational qualification, supporting entry into undergraduate study and long-term career change. Graduates typically progress into Southern Cross University bachelor degrees and develop transferable academic skills valued across industries, including written communication, research capability, problem solving and time management. It helps prepare students for study-based career pathways across multiple disciplines via Foundation Studies. Supporting progression into undergraduate degree programmes in the chosen discipline.
Living Costs in Gold Coast**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310 |
Average Salary***
