SCHOOLS & INSTITUTIONS

Bond University (BU)

Postal address for enquiries:
Office of Admissions
Bond University
Gold Coast QLD 4229 Australia

Telephone: (National) 1800 074 074; (International) +61 7 5595 1024
Facsimile: (07) 5595 1015

Bond University (BU) is Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university, offering a personalised academic environment that enables graduates from all over the world to exceed the outer limits of their potential. The Good Universities Guide has awarded Bond the maximum five-star rating for positive graduate outcomes for five years running (2007-2011).

Created in the scholarly traditions of pre-eminent private universities of world standing, Bond University challenges students to be leaders and thinkers; combining globally-focused course content with industry experience to develop initiative, enterprise and ambition to prepare graduates for rapid career progression.

Bond’s three-semesters-per-year structure enables students to fast-track their studies - completing a bachelor’s degree in just two years - providing graduates with a valuable head-start in the ultra-competitive careers market. Students also thrive in smaller study groups where world-renowned professors and industry-experienced lecturers know them by name. Bond’s extensive industry contacts provide opportunities for students to learn from leaders in their chosen field, through guest lectures and internships. Students can study overseas through established partnerships with some of the world’s leading
universities and research facilities.

Bond offers over 330 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Law, Business, Architecture, Sustainable Development, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health Sciences and Medicine, Information Technology, and Hotel, Resort and Tourism Management. The University’s innovative programs include one of the very few undergraduate medical degrees now available in Australia and Australia’s first ever Doctor of Physiotherapy qualification.

All students have access to unparalleled academic and technological resources at Bond’s world-class Gold Coast campus, including the fully-equipped Balnaves Foundation Multimedia Learning Centre, Film and Television Studios, the Macquarie Bank Trading Room, and the Mirvac School of Sustainable Development – Australia’s first six-star green-star rated education building and winner of many internationally-recognised awards including the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors’ global award for Sustainability (2009).

Interstate Applicants

People living outside Queensland who would like to study at Bond University are not required to apply through QTAC. For details go to www.bond.edu.au/apply.

Fee Help

If you are an Australian citizen or a holder of a permanent humanitarian visa, you will be able to access the Australian Government’s student loan program FEE-HELP.

Visit www.bond.edu.au/fee-help for further information.

Entry requirements

When assessing your eligibility, Bond University does not rely solely on OP outcomes or other university entrance indicators. The University adopts a broad range of criteria to assess applicants based on their academic achievement, extracurricular involvement and personal attributes, such as outstanding leadership and community involvement qualities. As a prerequisite to entry, applicants are required to complete an interview with a Regional Manager.

Student Facilities

With only 4600 students, Bond offers a true community feel and an active
student social life with more than 70 sporting, social and cultural clubs and an
award-winning Fitness Centre and Olympic Pool on campus.

Student Accommodation

On Campus

Bond offers a variety of accommodation types and price ranges. All
accommodation is catered (with flexible dining plans available) and each room
has Internet, phone and television connections. To apply for on-campus
accommodation go to www.myroom.bond.edu.au. For more information visit
www.bond.edu.au/accommodation.

Off Campus

The campus is in walking distance of a range of off-campus accommodation. Bond’s Regional Managers can assist in locating accommodation. For more information go to www.bond.edu.au/accommodation.

Student Support Services

Bond University students benefit from a range of on-campus support services relating to every aspect of study, medical and personal well-being. The Career Development Centre, study support, 24 hours security, personal counselling, a doctor, and travel services are just some of the services available. For more information visit www.bond.edu.au/student-support.

Scholarships

Bond University has one of Australia’s largest scholarship and financial aid programs for students. Application forms are available through local Regional Managers (for contact
details go to www. bond.edu.au/australia).
For more information visit www.bond.edu.au/scholarships

International Students

Bond does not differentiate between international and domestic students. Fees are identical and the application process is the same. International students applying from within Australia should contact a local Regional Manager at www.bond.edu.au/australia.

Publications

To request any of the following booklets contact Bond online at www.bond.edu.au/australia or call 1800 074 074 – Undergraduate Course Guide; Postgraduate Course Guide; Investing in your Future; Scholarship Brochure and Application Form; Accommodation Information; Fees Schedule.

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