1st Year Fee
₹25.4 L
Southern Cross University
Established on 1 January 1994, Southern Cross University grew out of earlier colleges in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. It is a public university with three main campuses on Australia's east coast: Lismore, near Byron Bay; the Gold Coast campus at Coolangatta; and Coffs Harbour,… Read more
Established on 1 January 1994, Southern Cross University grew out of earlier colleges in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. It is a public university with three main campuses on Australia's east coast: Lismore, near Byron Bay; the Gold Coast campus at Coolangatta; and Coffs Harbour, home to the National Marine Science Centre. The university also has metropolitan locations in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. Southern Cross is known for marine and environmental science, health, tourism and hotel management, education and Indigenous studies, and uses a teaching model based on shorter, more focused study terms.
Read lessEstablished
1994
Programmes
57+
THE
#401
Top stream
B.Sc.
Academic Streams
Nine streams. 57+ programmes.
Pick a discipline to see fees, durations and entry requirements that apply.
Undergraduate10courses
B.Sc.
1st Year Fees₹17.2 L – ₹21.9 L
Duration3 – 4 years
Eligibility XII67%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate08courses
UG Diploma
1st Year Fees₹17.2 L
Duration1 year
Eligibility XII58%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Undergraduate05courses
B.A.
1st Year Fees₹17.2 L
Duration1 – 4 years
Eligibility XII71%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate04courses
MS
1st Year Fees₹17.2 L – ₹17.8 L
Duration18 months – 2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate04courses
PG Diploma
1st Year Fees₹17.2 L – ₹19.8 L
Duration1 year
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Postgraduate03courses
MBA/PGDM
1st Year Fees₹17.8 L – ₹21.9 L
Duration2 years
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Undergraduate03courses
B.E. / B.Tech
1st Year Fees₹17.2 L – ₹25.4 L
Duration3 – 4 years
Eligibility XII74%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Undergraduate03courses
B.Ed
1st Year Fees₹17.2 L
Duration3 – 4 years
Eligibility XII67%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Undergraduate03courses
LL.B.
1st Year Fees₹17.2 L
Duration2 – 3 years
Eligibility XII63%+
ExamsIELTS, TOEFL, PTE
Top Programmes
10 programmes worth knowing about.
Curated from the full programme list — sorted by fee, deduplicated, and diversified across streams.
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B.E. / B.TechDegree
#001
Bachelor of Engineering Systems (Honours)
Free admission help included
MEMDegree
#002
Master of Engineering Management
Free admission help included
MSNDegree
#003
Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry)
Free admission help included
BHMDegree
#004
Associate Degree of International Hotel and Tourism Management
Free admission help included
MIMDegree
#005
Master of Professional Accounting
Free admission help included
B.Sc.Degree
#006
Bachelor of Science
Free admission help included
BSNDegree
#007
Bachelor of Nursing
Free admission help included
PG DiplomaDiploma
#008
Graduate Diploma of Business in Global Hotel Leadership
Free admission help included
BHMDegree
#009
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
Free admission help included
Lowest fee
MIMDegree
#010
Master of Business in Global Hotel Leadership
Free admission help included
Fees Breakdown
What you'll pay in Year 1.
1st year fees range from ₹8.6 L to ₹25.4 L depending on the stream. Figures are first-year tuition only — total programme cost varies by duration.
1st year fee by stream
Each bar shows the maximum first-year tuition in the stream — sorted lowest to highest. Subsequent years may vary.
UG Diploma (1 year)₹17.2 L
B.A. (1 – 4 years)₹17.2 L
B.Ed (3 – 4 years)₹17.2 L
LL.B. (2 – 3 years)₹17.2 L
PG Certificate (6 months)₹17.2 L
M.A. (2 years)₹17.2 L
MS (18 months – 2 years)₹17.8 L
MEng (2 years)₹17.8 L
BBA (3 years)₹17.8 L
Others PG (2 years)₹19.2 L
PG Diploma (1 year)₹19.8 L
BSN (3 years)₹20.2 L
B.Sc. (3 – 4 years)₹21.9 L
MBA/PGDM (2 years)₹21.9 L
MIM (2 years)₹21.9 L
BHM (2 – 3 years)₹22.5 L
MSN (2 years)₹23.2 L
MEM (2 years)₹24.9 L
B.E. / B.Tech (3 – 4 years)₹25.4 L
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Lowest 1st year
₹8.6 L
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Global Rankings · 2026
Ranked across 12 tables worldwide.
Featured tiles show the most prestigious overall rankings. Subject tiles below pick the strongest discipline-level placements.
QS
#638
World University
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#401
University
2026 ranking
QS
#31
Australia Ranking
2026 ranking
QS
#151
Nursing
2026 ranking
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking)
#201
Nursing
2025 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#251
Life Sciences
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#251
Life Sciences
2026 ranking
THE (Times Higher Education)
#301
Psychology
2026 ranking
US News & World Report
#1151
Global Universities
2025 ranking
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Applications Live · 2026–2027
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PostedApr 09, 2026
Intake2026–2027
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What is Southern Cross University known for?+
Southern Cross is known for marine science and environmental science, supported by its National Marine Science Centre at Coffs Harbour, as well as health, tourism and hotel management, education and Indigenous studies through Gnibi College. Its coastal campuses also support research in areas such as river health and regeneration.
What is the Southern Cross teaching model?+
Southern Cross uses an academic model based on shorter, more focused study periods, with students typically taking fewer units at a time over six-week terms. This structure is designed to reduce the number of subjects studied at once and help students concentrate on one area before moving to the next.
Which campuses does Southern Cross University have?+
Southern Cross has three main campuses on the east coast: Lismore in northern New South Wales, the Gold Coast campus at Coolangatta in Queensland, and Coffs Harbour on the mid-north coast. It also has smaller campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth, and offers many courses online.
What are the admission requirements for international students at Southern Cross University?+
Entry depends on the program and level. Undergraduate applicants generally need academic results equivalent to the required Australian standard, while postgraduate entry depends on a relevant bachelor's degree. Some courses set additional prerequisites, and all international applicants must meet Southern Cross's English language requirements.
When are the main intakes at Southern Cross University?+
Southern Cross has several intakes each year, with main starting points around March and July, and its shorter study terms create some additional entry opportunities. Students are encouraged to apply early so there is enough time for offers and student visa processing before their chosen start date.
What is the lowest tuition fee at Southern Cross University?+
The most affordable programmes at Southern Cross University start from ₹8.6 L in first-year fees. Total programme cost depends on duration. Use the fee ladder above to compare across streams.
Which English-proficiency tests does Southern Cross University accept?+
Southern Cross University accepts IELTS, TOEFL, PTE. EduVouchers offers discounted vouchers for IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo.
How many programmes does Southern Cross University offer?+
Southern Cross University offers 57 programmes across 19 academic streams.
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