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Your Australian Degree in Partnership with Poornima University, India

Begin your studies in India and graduate with a globally recognised qualification from Southern Cross University, ranked in the global Top 500 (THE 2026).

Through our partnership with Poornima University, you can start your degree in Jaipur and transition to Australia to complete your studies at Southern Cross University. It’s a globally connected education pathway designed to give you the knowledge, practical skills and international experience to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.

Local Learning. Global Recognition

5-STAR Student Support (Postgraduate) & Overall Student Experience (Postgraduate)

93% full-time employment of postgraduates following their degree - Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023

Top 250 Physical Sciences, Top 400 for Psychology and Life Sciences, and Top 500 Social Sciences

World standard or above in 23 key research areas

Global Rankings of Academic Subjects - Top 100 for Oceanography

Top 660 institutions globally, and top 450 Environmental Sciences

View all of our rankings

About Poornima University, Jaipur

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Poornima University is a leading multidisciplinary institution recognised for its innovation-driven education, industry engagement, and global academic outlook.

The university offers a dynamic learning environment across Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Design, and emerging technologies, supported by modern infrastructure and industry collaborations.

Poornima University is also a recognised academic partner of Rajasthan Royals, providing students with unique industry exposure and engagement opportunities in sports management, analytics, branding, and professional development.

IT'S BUSINESS.

But not as usual

This is a business degree built for the real world - where marketing, human resources and management aren’t electives, they’re essentials. You’ll work on real business case studies and build the skills employers actually want. With 6-week terms, professional accreditation, and 93% graduate employment*, this is business, reinvented.

It's Business Reinvented. Built for how business actually works. No early majors. No choice overload.

Learn with Industry. Real projects. Real businesses.

Future-Ready Skills. AI, analytics, sustainability. For jobs that don’t exist yet.

Globally Connected. Study in Japan, the UK, or the US. Intern globally.

No Boring Lectures. Practical assessments with interactive learning. 6-week terms. Higher GPAs.

Why choose Business with Southern Cross?

Top 2 in Australia

We're No.2 nationally for Skills Development and Student Support in Business and Management.

(UG, Good Universities Guide 2026)

Graduate employment

Southern Cross has 93% graduate employment in Business and Management (PG, GUG 2025)

Innovative approach to learning

Since our six-week terms were implemented, our students have achieved higher grades than ever before.

Average student grade point averages (GPAs) increased considerably between 2019-2023.

Accessible and affordable

You'll gain an affordable pathway to an Australia degree.

Course structure for Business

Students begin their academic journey at Poornima University by building strong foundations in business, communication, marketing, analytics, and management. The first year is designed to prepare students for seamless progression into Southern Cross University’s globally recognised business programs.

Marketing and Sales
Digital Marketing Strategies
Financial Literacy for Business
Business Practice and Impact
Understanding the Business Environment
Economics for Decision Making
Introduction to Business Analytics
Introduction to Business Law
Applied Artificial Intelligence
Communication and Professional Skills

Students who successfully complete Year 1 with the required academic performance can progress into Year 2 and Year 3 at Southern Cross University.

At Southern Cross University, students continue with advanced business studies focused on industry engagement, global business perspectives, innovation, and employability.

Consumer Behaviour
Sustainable Business Management
Finance for Business
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Professional Development for the Workplace
Business Analytics
Organisational Behaviour
Global Business Strategy
Leadership and Management

The world runs on technology. Ready to shape it?

Some people use technology, others shape it. At Southern Cross University, you’ll build the skills and industry experience to do both, graduating ready for your career. It’s all part of studying at a university rated 5-stars for student support and teaching quality in computing and information systems (Good Universities Guide 2026). Whether you see yourself as a programmer, designer, web developer, systems analyst, database administrator, project manager, ICT network professional or technical support personnel, an amazing future in IT begins here.

Graduate job-ready with embedded Microsoft Certifications

Gain more than a degree with Southern Cross University’s Bachelor of Information Technology. Students can now earn Microsoft certifications as part of their studies. It's fully funded and built into core units from the first year. These credentials validate real-world skills that employers value most.

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Why choose Information Technology with Southern Cross?

Professional accreditation

This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Site (ACS)

No.2 in Australia

We're No.2 nationally for Student Support in Computing and Information Systems.

(PG, Good Universities Guide 2026)

Tailor studies to your interest

Choose from a range of specialisations

Course structure for Information Technology

Students commence their studies at Poornima University with a strong foundation in computing, programming, networking, and emerging digital technologies. The first year is designed to prepare students for international progression into Southern Cross University’s Bachelor of Information Technology programs.

Key study areas include:

Foundations of Programming
Foundations of Computing
Data Communications and Networks
Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance
Applied Computing and Digital Technologies
Project-Based and Practical Learning

Students who successfully complete Year 1 with the required academic performance can progress into Year 2 and Year 3 at Southern Cross University.

At Southern Cross University, students continue with advanced Information Technology studies specialising in high-demand fields such as Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity.

Students may study subjects including:

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Cybersecurity and Risk Management
Cloud Computing and Networking
Database Design and Management
Programming Concepts and Paradigms
Security of Applications and Systems
Project Management for IT
Professional Practices in Information Technology

The program combines practical learning, industry-relevant curriculum, and real-world technology projects to prepare graduates for careers in AI, cybersecurity, software development, cloud technologies, and digital innovation

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Representatives from SCU and Poornima University at the IT pathway program launch

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Have any questions, contact us:

poornima@scu.edu.au

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