Bachelor of Business
The University of Newcastle
CRICOS provider number: 00109J TEQSA provider ID: PRV12056
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
The Bachelor of Business gives students a broad understanding of Australian and global business environments, providing a dynamic, flexible, and industry-engaged program. Practical skills and attributes, including data and digitisation, sustainability, and innovation, are highly valued by employers across various disciplines and as such are embedded into this program.
You might work as a marketing manager researching products and audiences for a global consumer goods company, or journey into human resource management to enhance workplace culture, or become an entrepreneur and transform your great idea into a thriving company. The career opportunities available to graduates are diverse and exciting, spanning roles in marketing, human resource management, international relations, innovation and entrepreneurship, international business, and leadership and management. With the skills and knowledge gained from this program, you'll be well-equipped to excel in various industries and make a significant impact in the global business landscape. Our graduates go on to exciting and stimulating careers in the private, government and not-for-profit sectors in Australia and internationally.
To further enhance your learning experience, our Marketing Technology Lab offers students the chance to explore a range of digital analytics, content creation, and promotional tools used by industries in the marketing profession. Get hands-on with cutting-edge virtual and augmented reality technologies to enhance customer experiences.
Areas of study
Human resource management, innovation and entrepreneurship, international business, leadership and management, marketing.
Career opportunities
Business development manager, digital marketing analyst, employee relations manager, human resources officer, entrepreneur, trainee manager, international affairs officer, marketing coordinator, media planner, public relations officer, policy advisor, product and brand manager.
Professional recognition
Accredited through the Australian Human Resource Institute (human resource management major). The Newcastle Business School is one of only 43 business schools in NSW to be accredited by both EQUIS and AACSB, earned by fewer than 5% of the world's business programs.
Practical experience
Students will complete 140 hours of supervised placement within their third year of study that will enable them to apply knowledge developed throughout their studies, acquire new knowledge and build professional networks to support career readiness. The professional experience placement course provides an opportunity to undertake workplace experience in a desired career field, in any of the business majors. A range of opportunities are available to work with private businesses, government, not-for-profit organisations, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and start-ups.
Honours
Available to students as a separate program with a duration of one year full-time (or part-time equivalent). Entry requirements apply.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced.
If you have not previously studied one or more of these subjects or have limited knowledge in them, we strongly encourage you to consider enrolling in bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging provides free academic preparation and support short courses, available both on campus and online, to complete before starting your degree.
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Applicants with higher education study
If you have completed or partially completed higher education studies, your grade point average can be converted into a selection rank for admission into our undergraduate programs.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
If you completed or partially completed competency-based vocational education and training (such as TAFE, a private Registered Training Provider, or vocational studies undertaken in high school), this can be used to determine your eligibility for admission.
Completion of studies at an AQF Level 4 (Cert IV) or higher Guarantees Entry into many of our undergraduate programs.
Review the Guaranteed Entry Admission Scheme.
Applicants with work and life experience
If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University provides a range of pathways toward your preferred degree. Regardless of your age or experience, there is a place for you.
Advanced standing
If you have completed prior studies at another higher education institution or registered training organisation, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your undergraduate degree. Please note that you must apply for admission before applying for credit.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.
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The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Review of programs
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit University of Newcastle degrees.
Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.