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Southern Cross University - The Hotel School
Sydney, Australia
"Hotel and hospitality school of Southern Cross University"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#634 (QS)
PSW VISA
2-3 years (subclass 485)
About Southern Cross University - The Hotel School
The Hotel School was founded in 1989 inside the InterContinental Sydney and is the hotel management school of Southern Cross University. It teaches from CBD campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, with a Perth campus opening in 2026. Courses run from a Diploma of Hotel Management to a Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management and postgraduate hotel leadership. SCU is in the top 200 worldwide for hospitality and tourism in the 2024 ARWU subject rankings.
Rankings & Recognition
#634
Part of Southern Cross University, ranked #=634 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and in the top 200 for hospitality and tourism in ARWU 2024.
Accreditations & Memberships
Southern Cross University
Top 200 in ARWU Tourism and Hospitality (2024)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Southern Cross University - The Hotel School's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1989
Founded
Southern Cross University
Parent University
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth
Campuses
Hotel and hospitality
Focus
Popular Programs
Hotel Management
International Hotel and Tourism Management
Events Management
Tourism Management
Hospitality Management
Application Details
Application Route
Online or via agent
IELTS (Diploma)
5.5 overall
IELTS (Bachelor)
6.0, no band under 5.5
Intakes
March, June, October
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic (Diploma)
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5.5 overall |
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IELTS Academic (Bachelor)
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6.0, no band under 5.5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student visa (subclass 500)
Post-Study Work
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled migration (points test)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
90%
Placement Ratio
2-3 years (subclass 485)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The Hotel School has CBD campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. A Perth CBD campus is opening in 2026. Students get hands-on exposure to real hotel operations.
Campus Details
campuses
in 4 cities
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Private rental and student housing in the CBD
Dining
Campus cafes and food courts
Health & Wellness
OSHC required; campus health and counselling services
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Parent University Intl.
22%
Cost Deep-Dive
Diploma Tuition (2025)
approx. AUD 31,864 / year
Grad Cert Tuition
approx. AUD 13,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
The Hotel School starts the Diploma of Hotel Management in March, June and October. Check hotelschool.scu.edu.au for other courses and campuses.
Scholarships at Southern Cross University - The Hotel School
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Diploma: IELTS 5.5 and an interview. Bachelor: IELTS 6.0 with no band under 5.5.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree. English as set for the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (Diploma)
IELTS Academic (Bachelor)
6.0, no band under 5.5Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Highest degree certificate
English test result (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE)
Statement of purpose
Updated CV
Reference letters
Work experience letters (if any)
Genuine Student statement
Financial documents
OSHC health cover proof
Application Process
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Choose course
Check courses, entry rules and intakes on hotelschool.scu.edu.au.
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Apply online
Apply on hotelschool.scu.edu.au or through an authorised agent and upload your documents.
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Get offer
Receive your offer letter; some courses ask for an interview or portfolio.
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Accept & pay
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and receive your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE).
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Student visa
Apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with eCoE, OSHC and the Genuine Student statement.
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Arrive & enrol
Arrive in Australia, attend orientation and enrol in your units.
Campus & Location
The Hotel School has CBD campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. A Perth CBD campus is opening in 2026. Students get hands-on exposure to real hotel operations.
Diploma
1
Southern Cross University - The Hotel School
📍 Sydney
Diploma
Diploma of Hotel Management
Associate Degree
1
Southern Cross University - The Hotel School
📍 Sydney
Associate Degree
Associate Degree of International Hotel and Tourism Management
Bachelor's
1
Southern Cross University - The Hotel School
📍 Sydney
Bachelor's
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
Graduate Certificate
1
Southern Cross University - The Hotel School
📍 Sydney
Graduate Certificate
Graduate Certificate of Business in Global Hotel Leadership
Graduate Diploma
1
Southern Cross University - The Hotel School
📍 Sydney
Graduate Diploma
Graduate Diploma of Business in Global Hotel Leadership
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