Southern Cross University


Girl sitting in front of window using tablet
International student in legal office
Current student with blue background

Research for a better tomorrow

Southern Cross University is a dynamic university with a vibrant and innovative research program that focuses on issues that are both regionally relevant and globally significant. We work closely with industry, the government sectors, and our community to fulfil this program.

How we're making a difference
Tobias K conducting research in a cannabis

Get in touch

Call

Hours:
Monday Friday
9.00am 6.00pm (NSW)
8:00am 5:00pm (QLD)

Current students:
1800 SC HELP / 1800 72 4357

Future students:
Domestic 1800 626 481
International +61 2 6620 3876

FAQs and enquiries

Current students
We're here to help, reach out via our enquiry form for support.

Future students

Check out our range of Frequently Asked Questions to help you on your journey. Have questions? Contact us here and the relevant person will help you find the answers you need.

Tour our campuses

Book a tour, contact, or view information and maps for Coffs HarbourLismore and the Gold Coast.

Can't visit in person? Check out our virtual tour options.

Top 500 Universities Globally

We are ranked in the top 500 universities in the world.

Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2026

Five-Star Rating for Postgraduate full-time employment

92 per cent of postgraduates were employed full-time following their degree.

Good Universities Guide, 2026

Excellence in Research

Ranked in the world’s top third of universities for citations per faculty.

QS World University Rankings, 2026

Social Equity

We are rated 5-stars for social equity among our student cohort.

Good Universities Guide, 2026
Woman and man looking at camera smiling standing on a staircase

Get to know Southern Cross

How to apply

You can apply directly with us through our application portal or via a course page.

Explore our locations

Explore our locations and experience studying along Australia’s idyllic east coast.

Scholarships

Explore our range of scholarships, from academic and course specific to sporting and equality.

Help and Contact

Call, enquire or chat with the team and get support throughout your journey.

See how we're Transforming Tomorrow
International students - feature

Get to know Southern Cross

How to apply

Use our how to page to help you find the best way to apply, and who can help!

Explore our locations

Explore our locations and experience studying along Australia’s idyllic east coast.

Scholarships

View our range of scholarships, from academic and course specific to sporting and equality.

Course and fees

Discover our course list for International students, including locations, fees and other helpful details.

See how we're Transforming Tomorrow
Three students smiling for a photo

Class of 2025

Learning Zone

The Student Learning Zone offers an extensive range of learning support services, resources and programs to support all award coursework studies.

Student administration

Helping you find the right information, fast and save precious time.

Services and support

Need to find a place to live, some career advice or perhaps a small loan? Services an support is available.

Student scholarships

Scholarships for current students aim to reward outstanding achievement in first year or beyond and provide valuable financial support.

See how we're Transforming Tomorrow
Acknowledgement of Country image

Acknowledgement of Origins Artwork

We acknowledge Widjabal Country as the Country where Southern Cross University originated and grew, and from where it continues to grow. It seeded the growth of our Gumbaynggirr Campus in Coffs Harbour, our Yugambeh Campus in Coolangatta and it planted the seeds to transform the Countries we are on.

Understanding our origins will make each step into the future a more purposeful one, leading all to transform tomorrow.

Elders Council Acknowledging Traditional Custodians