Torrens University Australia

Torrens University Australia has employability at the centre of all that it does, offering industry placements with more than 3,600 industry contacts.

Torrens University is the fastest growing university in Australia with its curriculum designed by and for industry.

It offers study options in the areas of Business, Design and Creative Technology, Education, Hospitality and Health. Courses are delivered through the on-campus, online or hybrid mode, which is a combination of both. With campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and online, students can start their course and finish in any location they choose.

Torrens University Australia gives students the individual attention and support they need to thrive. Small class sizes at Torrens University ensure 1:1 support from teachers for students.

Students at Torrens University Australia benefit from internship opportunities with some of the world's most influential brands and also enjoy access to cutting-edge technology. Many graduates secure employment with companies they worked for during their study or as a result of networking opportunities gained through the university.

The university's industry partners paired with its research and career-oriented staff, bridge the gap between study and work for students. All students can take advantage of the Torrens University Success Coaching program, which offers ongoing advice and support throughout their study. With realistic IELTS and scholarship requirements, the university is a viable option for students looking to thrive in a smaller study environment.

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 2024:

Business

• DMBA International 25 per cent Scholarship
• Business Merit 25 per cent Scholarship
• Americas and European 30 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
• Design and Creative Technology Merit: up to 30 per cent Scholarship

Health

• Japanese Undergraduate Health Science 20 per cent 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
• 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 20 per cent Scholarship
• Brisbane campus up to 35 per cent Scholarship

T&C's apply to all scholarships, contact the university to find out 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.

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

Torrens University Australia includes some of the most prestigious schools in the Business, Design and Creative Technology, Education, Health and Hospitality faculties.

Billy Blue College of Design

The college is well-known for its pioneering spirit and high employability rate across several design disciplines, which includes branded fashion, digital media design, communication design, software engineering, interior design, and creative technologies. Billy Blue has strong links to industry, which help students develop as professionals, grow their own network of contacts and clients in industry, and work on real projects before graduation.

Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School

The school is internationally recognised for its hospitality and business courses, which are also highly regarded in industry. Students are provided with theory and practical experience to equip them with the right skills for employment following graduation. Students have excellent employment prospects given the school's Industry Placement programme and its industry partnerships with major hotel chains, resorts, boutique properties, and events companies.

Torrens University Language Centre

Torrens University Language Centre (TULC) is a provider of Academic and General English courses. TULC offers study options for students looking to study English for higher education or advance their career.