Rankings
How every major ranking places Southern Cross University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & management | 2 | $18,566 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 2 | $18,923 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 2 | $18,566 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 2 | $22,137 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 1 | $18,566 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 1 | See → | |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 1 | $18,566 | See → |
| Social sciences | 1 | $18,566 | See → |
Costs and entry
Jobs after studying at Southern Cross University
The job market for Southern Cross University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Australia.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at Southern Cross University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $18,566 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: public health & allied health courses are typically $22,137, business & management $18,566.
How is Southern Cross University ranked?
Southern Cross University is ranked #638 by QS (2026) and #401–500 by Times Higher Education (2026) in the world. In Australia it is #17 in the Good Universities Guide (2025). Its strongest QS subjects include Agriculture & Forestry (#351–400).
What IELTS score does Southern Cross University need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (7 of the 12 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall.
How many master's courses does Southern Cross University offer?
12 master's courses across 8 fields; the largest are business & management (2), engineering & technology (2) and medicine & clinical health (2).
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Updated 6 August 2026. Courses and fees from Southern Cross University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, Good Universities Guide 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.