Diploma in Business

The Diploma in Business is a two-year program that prepares you for university study and – upon successful completion – guarantees you entry into second year of a wide range of business degrees.

We offer a pathway into UniSA, if you do not meet the direct entry requirements for the degree you want to study.

The entry requirements for our diplomas make them more accessible for students who do not receive their desired result.

Linked degrees The degrees linked to this diploma are:

Business* Business (Design and Marketing) Business (Economics, Finance and Trade) Business (Financial Planning) Business (Finance) Business (Human Resource Management) Business (Information Strategy and Management) Business (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) Business (International Business) Business (Legal Studies) Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) Business (Management) Business (Marketing) Business (Property) Business (Real Estate Practice) Business (Sport and Recreation Management) Business (Tourism and Event Management) Commerce (Accounting) Commerce (Accounting)/Business (Finance) UniSA Online linked degrees are:

Bachelor of Business (HR Management) Bachelor of Business (Management) Bachelor of Business (Marketing) Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) Flexible study options are available, such as full-time or part-time and online studies, depending on your course selection.

* If you already know that you want to study the Bachelor of Business, you can apply to study the Diploma in Business, Bachelor of Business as a packaged four year program.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

Recent secondary education Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent AND

• Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
• Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
• Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points

Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

Recent secondary education ATAR profile

OR Vocational Education and Training (VET)

• Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate III or Certificate IV level

OR Work and life experience

• Qualify for Special Entry, or
• Complete a University enabling program or equivalent, or
• Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past

Essential requirements for admission

Applicants who have completed a TAFE/VET award at Diploma level or above, or who have studied at higher education level for more than two years will not be considered for admission to the program.

Prerequisites

Assumed Knowledge

Deferment

This degree is available for deferment. This option is made available by responding to your offer during the application process via the SATAC website. Applicants who receive an offer into a midyear degree are eligible to defer for six months.

The degrees linked to this diploma are:

• Business*
• Business (Design and Marketing)
• Business (Economics, Finance and Trade)
• Business (Financial Planning)
• Business (Finance)
• Business (Human Resource Management)
• Business (Information Strategy and Management)
• Business (Innovation and Entrepreneurship)
• Business (International Business)
• Business (Legal Studies)
• Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)
• Business (Management)
• Business (Marketing)
• Business (Property)
• Business (Real Estate Practice)
• Business (Sport and Recreation Management)
• Business (Tourism and Event Management)
• Commerce (Accounting)
• Commerce (Accounting)/Business (Finance)

UniSA Online linked degrees are:

• Bachelor of Business (HR Management)
• Bachelor of Business (Management)
• Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Flexible study options are available, such as full-time or part-time and online studies, depending on your course selection.

* If you already know that you want to study the Bachelor of Business, you can apply to study the Diploma in Business, Bachelor of Business as a packaged four year program.

You will get a taste of university and learn the skills you need to study for your degree, including:

• how UniSA works
• how to write academic assignments
• how to reference
• how to manage your time

In first year you will complete core courses that develop your critical writing, study, communication, numeracy and research skills. In second year, you will start studying first-year courses from your linked bachelor degree. You will sit in the same lectures and tutorials as other first-year students, but you can still rely on UniSA College for extra support.

Your study schedule will be divided into contact hours (the time you spend doing lectures and tutorials) and independent study, including your personal research and assignment work. Study hours depend on the courses you choose and the amount of additional work you put in. Generally, full-time study is equivalent to 40 hours per week.

Your assessments will include:

• research papers

Studying externally (online) gives you the flexibility to study where and when you want, at your own pace. Some of the courses offered through UniSA College can be studied online. You can choose your study mode when you enrol. With interactive online course materials and a 24/7 digital environment, you can also:

• access your lectures online, plus study and course resources
• submit your assignments and get feedback

To apply to study with UniSA College:

• go to the top of this page and make note of the relevant SATAC code*, then click Apply
• you will be redirected through to the SATAC website to continue your application

*There are two SATAC codes – one for just this diploma, and one for this diploma packaged with the Bachelor of Business. If you already know that you want to study the Bachelor of Business, you can make life easier by applying for both at the same time.

Our campuses have advanced facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and areas that simulate real work environments. You’ll discover that your journey at UniSA is also about social experiences, healthy living and getting involved. Depending on your campus, you’ll find student gyms, pools, tech zones and chill-out spaces. There are campus sport activities to keep you active, and if you’re keen to explore the social side of university life, there’s movies, cooking demonstrations, parties and loads more.

You will have full access to our student support services to help you settle in to university life before you begin studying a bachelor degree. We want you to be successful, and if you need help you’ll have it. We provide a full range of support services, including:

• academic counselling
• personal counselling
• social support services, including family support and nearby childcare

We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with advanced facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, laboratories, and areas that simulate real work environments.