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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 prepare for university study. Offered on campus or online, it can be completed full-time in around three months (0.5 years) or part-time over a longer period using six-week teaching blocks. It builds core academic and study capabilities and provides a pathway into a range of Southern Cross University degrees in Foundation Studies. The programme builds core academic English, study skills, and subject fundamentals for university degree entry.
Career outcome
This program is a university preparation pathway rather than a professional qualification. It helps you build academic confidence and practical study skills—such as time management, essay writing, research and foundational numeracy—so you can transition into undergraduate study. Graduates can use the PSP as an alternative entry route into a range of Southern Cross University degrees, supporting future career change and progression across 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***
