If you're exploring a career change, haven't studied in a while, or aren't quite ready for a full degree, USC offers a range of study options that can help you build your skills and confidence and make a start on your goals.
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Diplomas
- Diploma in Allied Health Assistance
- Diploma in Animal Ecology
- Diploma in Business
- Diploma in Business Innovation
- Diploma in Communication
- Diploma in Creative Industries
- Diploma in Criminology and Justice
- Diploma in Education Studies (Early Childhood)
- Diploma in Education Studies (Primary)
- Diploma in General Studies
- Diploma in Outdoor Environmental Studies
- Diploma in Science and Technology
- Diploma in Social and Human Services
- Diploma in Social Science
Short courses
- Undergraduate Certificate in Allied Health Assistance
- Undergraduate Certificate in Animal Ecology
- Undergraduate Certificate in Community Services
- Undergraduate Certificate in Digital Business
- Undergraduate Certificate in Education (Early Childhood)
- Undergraduate Certificate in Education (Primary)
- Undergraduate Certificate in Engineering Design
- Undergraduate Certificate in Game Design
- Undergraduate Certificate in Health
- Undergraduate Certificate in Health Promotion Foundations
- Undergraduate Certificate in Interactive Media
- Undergraduate Certificate in Legal Studies
- Undergraduate Certificate in Nutrition
- Undergraduate Certificate in Small Business
- Undergraduate Certificate in Social Media
Associate degrees
Tertiary Preparation Pathway
USC's Tertiary Preparation Pathway is a free bridging course to help you brush up on your study skills and get started on your goals.
For recent graduate Jason Carter, TPP was the first step towards achieving his dream of studying to be a doctor.
- If you don't have a selection rank, USC's Tertiary Preparation Pathway (TPP) can provide a pathway to a full degree program
- TPP helps you build the skills and confidence to succeed at university
- TPP can also be used to complete a subject prerequisite
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