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Choosing the right course is an important step in shaping your future, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming!
It’s about finding a course that excites and motivates you, and helps you grow both personally and professionally. The right choice sets you up with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed, and even if you change your mind later, that’s totally okay—it’s all part of the learning process.
Take your time, explore your options, and know that whichever path you choose, it’s leading you toward something great.
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Tips for choosing a course
I'm a school leaver
There are loads of resources out there to help you. Think about what you enjoy doing, what subjects you have always been naturally interested in, and what kinds of jobs you think you would enjoy and be good at.
- Talk to your school’s career adviser, brainstorm with friends
- Do online research about the jobs that interest you
- Do work experience in a place where you’d like to work
- Go to career expos, attend Open Day or watch on-demand content, or visit for a campus tour
- Check out our early offer program
- Check joboutlook.gov.au – see where the jobs of the future will be.
I'm not a school leaver (adult entry)
Whether you're ready to change careers or upskill, we're here to help you achieve your goals.
- Do online research about the jobs that interest you
- Explore our courses considering the unit content that is interesting to you, the course requirements and how that can fit into your lifestyle, and the career outcomes you'd enjoy
- Consider if you can gain credit for prior study or work experience
- Attend Open Day or watch on-demand content or visit for a campus tour
- Learn more about the pathways to university, including preparation courses and diplomas
- Find out about our innovative Southern Cross Model
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Get in touch
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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
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Future students
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