澳洲多倫斯大學

Short courses

Torrens University on-demand short courses provide the opportunity for students to up-skill and develop work-ready skills and competencies. These are perfect for those who want to further their education, but don't have the time to commit to full-time study. They cover a wide range of topic areas that are aligned with current and future industry demands. The key benefits of these short courses are:

• One to two hours in duration
• Comprised of written content, videos and quizzes
• Developed by experienced industry professionals
• Designed to help hone specific industry skills
• Entirely flexible – can be studied anywhere, anytime

Virtual Open Day

Torrens University events allow students to get a feel for the Torrens University study environment and the courses available. One such event is the virtual open day, which includes:

• Meeting other students in the virtual social lounge
• Live chat directly with Academics and Course and Career Advisors
• Meeting other students
• Exploring the virtual campus
• Exploring study options- online or on-campus
• Gaining access to the video and resource library

COVID-19 updates

Torrens University courses are available online. International students must not enrol into any more than a third or 33 per cent of their online subjects over their course and must study at least one subject that is delivered in person in each trimester.

All face-to-face courses are also available for an online mode of delivery. Due to COVID-19, exceptions will be made to the usual face-to-face learning requirements.

As the fastest growing university in Australia, Torrens University provides career-focused and innovative programmes led by a team consisting of both research and industry experienced academics in each faculty.

International students at Torrens University acquire knowledge and skills that are required in order to be employment-ready. They are also provided a brilliant platform to collaborate and communicate with diverse cultures, and graduate with international learning experience.

Smaller class sizes are an important component of teaching at Torrens University. Students benefit from direct access to experienced lecturers and learning facilitators, regardless of whether they study on-campus or online, or even a hybrid of the two.

Each faculty is dedicated to providing quality student support services, that includes key student resources and information about studies, and connects students with their classmates and lecturers.

Success coaches support students with their academic skills, integration from the start of a programme to finish, industry placements and internships. Each Success Coach is a qualified professional, handpicked from the relevant industry, to give students the edge on being successful in their chosen career.

Torrens University understands that some international students may not meet the IELTS requirements mandatory for direct entry into the courses it offers as a result the Torrens University Language Centre develops students' academic English language skills and prepares them for university study.

On successful completion, students can then progress to higher education at Torrens University. Students must check individual course pages for detailed entry requirements.

Torrens University offers students a range of diplomas which pathway into bachelor degrees in Business, Hospitality and Health, and Design and Creative Technology, along with graduate diploma and graduate certificate courses which pathway into master's degree courses in Design and Creative Technology, Business, Education, Health and Hospitality.

The following scholarships are available for international students who commence their education at Torrens University Australia in 2021 and 2022:

Business

• Sri Lankan Offshore 15 per cent Business Scholarship
• Business Merit 25 per cent Scholarship
• Americas and European 30 per cent Business Scholarship
• Middle East and Africa Youth Opportunity 15 per cent Business Scholarship
• Asia and Greater China 20 per cent Business Scholarships

Education

• Here to Educate 20 per cent Education Scholarship

Design

• Americas and European 30 per cent Design and Creative Technologies Scholarship
• Middle East and Africa Youth Opportunity 15 per cent Design Scholarship
• Design and Creative Technology Merit: up to 30 per cent Scholarship

Health

• Americas and European 15 per cent Health Scholarship
• Japanese Undergraduate Health Science 20 per cent Scholarship
• Middle East and Africa Youth Opportunity 15 per cent Health Scholarship
• African and Subcontinent 15 per cent Health Merit Scholarship
• Asia and Greater China 20 per cent Health Scholarships

Hospitality Management

• Three Pillars Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School: up to 30 per cent Hospitality Scholarship
• William Blue College of Hospitality Management: up to 30 per cent Hospitality Motivational Scholarship

Others

• Alumni 25 per cent Scholarship
• Alternative Study Path 15 per cent Scholarship
• Offshore online up to 30 per cent Scholarship

Campuses

Students who study on-campus in Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Suzhou China can access the university's numerous facilities.

Library and learning services

The university's campus, as well as online library resources offer students access to an extensive range of learning resources, which enrich the studying experience. Students will be able to access:

• Learning services with vital information
• On-demand study with feedback on assessments and referencing
• Online study success workshops that provide time management and critical thinking skills

Learning portals

• Student App enables students to stay on top of subjects and timetables, and connects to campus maps, resources from global learning partners, library and platforms.
• Blackboard is the learning portal where students access their classes, learning resources and connect with academics.
• Torrens University Student Hub has information on facilities, services and key events.

Student representatives

Students can explore their interests and develop new skills via student representation. Student Ambassadors represent Torrens University at activities and events. The Student Representative Council ensures the student voice is heard on campus.

Career success

• Careers Connect links students with success coaches and potential employers. Services include feedback on resumes, mock interviews, career events, and applying for internships, casual jobs and volunteer opportunities.
• Success Coaches provide advice on courses, employability and career goals.

Wellbeing and diversity

• Students learn best in environments where social, emotional and physical wellbeing is nurtured. Initiatives include free and confidential counselling and disability support services.
• The university is committed to creating a healthy, safe and respectful culture that embraces and celebrates diversity.

Student administration

• The university supports enrolments, orientation, selection of subjects, and much more.

Students can reach their global career goals with Torrens University. This is due to the personalised success coaching and internships that give students the opportunity to graduate with significant industry connections and career experience.

Students learn from industry professionals, interact with lecturers and enhance their professional network in a face-to-face set up. Students can build this network while they study, with one session at one of the university's national campuses, every trimester.

Industry network and placements

Torrens University engages with local, national and global businesses, industries and associations with the goal of creating better graduate outcomes for its students. Industry collaborations are available in the Business, Design and Creative Technology, Education, Health and Hospitality faculties.