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T H E M O S T VA L U A B L E I N V EST M E N T YO U ’ L L EVER MAKE Bond University is not-for-profit. What this means is that the only outcome we’re driven by is your success. One hundred per cent of your investment goes into providing the best personalised education for you, access to state-of-the-art resources and the very latest workplace technologies.

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SKILLS DEVELOPMENT STUDENT SUPPORT TEACHING QUALITY LEARNING RESOURCES LEARNER ENGAGEMENT

G E T A O N E Y E A R H E A D S TA R T You’ll graduate sooner and better prepared for the workforce.

STAND OUT FROM THE REST

REACH YOUR POTENTIAL

EARN MONEY SOONER

START CAREER EARLIER

FINISH ACCELERATED DEGREE

Bond’s three-semesters-per-year schedule means you’ll finish your degree and be earning an income up to a year ahead of graduates from other universities. Getting a headstart on your career gives you a headstart on career promotions and progression.

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Y O U W O N ’ T B E ‘J U S T A N U M B E R ’ You’ll be engaged in small personalised classes where teachers don’t just know you by name; they know your dreams and ambitions.

Our 10:1 student to teacher ratio and access to academics opens doors to industry placements, research projects, job opportunities and help whenever you need it. You’ll connect with students from all over the world, building a global network of lifelong friends and colleagues.

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UNIVERSITY 101: BUILDING Y O U R Q U A L I F I C AT I O N S University is the third (tertiary) level of education in Australia, where you can focus on studying for your chosen career.

Qualifications available at universities are known as ‘degrees’ - for example, a Bachelor degree, Master’s degree or Doctorate.

Some universities also offer Certificates, Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas while some TAFE institutes and private training colleges offer Certificates and Diplomas that you can build towards a degree.

These non-degree qualifications can provide an alternative pathway to university if you don’t get the required Year 12 results to go straight into a Bachelor degree.

Here’s how it works at Bond:

PATHWAYS TO BOND UNIVERSITY Bachelor Degree* Semester 6

UNDERGRADUATE

Semester 5

Semester 4

Semester 3

Semester 2 Higher Education Diploma

PRE-UNIVERSITY

Semester 1

Australian Year 12 or Equivalent Foundation Program or University Preparation Program Australian Year 11 or Equivalent

Australian Secondary School or international equivalent

Bond University College

*The average Bond University undergraduate degree is two years but may be longer in some areas of study.

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HOW IS A DEGREE STRUCTURED? School-leavers will enrol in an undergraduate Bachelor degree or Diploma.

BACHELOR DEGREE An undergraduate award of 24 subjects which is commonly the entry qualification for many professions or further study. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points (cps). Some subjects may only be worth 5cps; others may be worth 20cps if they involve a major industry project or thesis.

Ultimately, the value of subjects successfully completed will need to total 240cps for a standard Bachelor degree. (Exceptions include Bachelor of Laws and our Medical Program^.)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Admission to a Bachelor degree is based on Year 12 academic results (OP, ATAR, IB or equivalent) or on the completion of a recognised pathway program.

From 2020, the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) will replace the Overall Position (OP) as the pathway to tertiary study for Queensland Year 12.

The ATAR will be introduced for students commencing Year 11 in 2019, who will graduate in 2020 and seek entry to tertiary programs from 2021. This will bring Queensland in line with other Australian states and territories.

DIPLOMA Diplomas are non-degree offerings which are offered in practical and occupational fields of study.

A Diploma can also be completed as a pathway for students who do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry into their chosen Bachelor degree.

Run by our Career Development Centre, it encourages students to become involved in extracurricular activities and extension programs such as volunteering, community leadership, internships, industry projects, competitions and more.

It also incorporates career guidance and planning to ensure every Bond graduate has the ambition, drive and strategy to achieve their goals in life.

FOUNDATION SUBJECTS AND ELECTIVES Each degree will comprise a specified number of compulsory foundation subjects and electives.

In many cases, Bond allows electives to be chosen from any Faculty, enabling you to design your degree to suit your individual career ambitions or personal interests.

MAJORS, MINORS AND DOUBLE MAJORS A major is a cluster of six elective subjects selected from one area of specialisation, a minor is three subjects and a double major is 12 subjects.

COMBINED DEGREES Bond’s accelerated schedule inspires many students to undertake a combined degree.

Bachelor of Laws combinations are particularly popular, with the Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws taking just 3 years and 8 months (11 semesters).

Undergraduate-postgraduate pathways are also in demand. A Bachelor of Commerce and Master of Accounting can be completed in 3 years 4 months (10 semesters).

This is just one more reason why Bond graduates stand out from the crowd - you could graduate with two degrees in the same time it takes for others to complete one.

^The Medical Program is comprised of two sequential degrees – the Bachelor of Medical Studies (BMedSt) and the Doctor of Medicine (MD). All students selected for entry into the Medical Program will have to complete both the BMedSt and MD to be eligible for registration as a medical practitioner in any state or territory in Australia or New Zealand. Both degrees are awarded at the completion of Year 5.

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CORE SUBJECTS Every undergraduate degree (excluding Medical Program^) at Bond includes our three University Core subjects that will help you develop the key transferable skills that will help prepare you for the careers of the future: • Critical Thinking and Communication • Ethical Thought and Action • Leadership and Team Dynamics

BEYOND BOND The University-wide Core subjects are underpinned

by Beyond Bond – a unique professional and personal development program only available here at Bond University and a compulsory element of every Bond undergraduate degree.

O U R ST U DY A R E AS We’ve listed our degrees below, based on career outcomes.

In other words, if you know where you want to go, we can tell you how to get there: I WANT TO...

PLAN AND BUILD THINGS

ARCHITECTURE AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT For careers relating to architecture, real estate, property and sustainable development, urban design and planning, environmental management, environmental science, construction management and quantity surveying.

I WANT TO...

USE DATA TO INFLUENCE

BUSINESS AND COMMERCE For careers relating to accounting, actuarial science, big data, digital business, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, hotel and tourism management, international business, management, marketing and sport management.

I WANT TO...

BE CREATIVE

COMMUNICATION AND CREATIVE MEDIA For careers relating to advertising, film and television, computer game development, communication and media, journalism, marketing and public relations.

IDEAL SUBJECTS • Building / Construction Skills • Earth Science • Engineering Skills • Engineering Technology • English • Graphics • General Mathematics • Physics • Visual Art

IDEAL SUBJECTS • Accounting • Business Communication • Business Management • Economics • English • Hospitality • General Mathematics • Mathematical Methods • Specialist Mathematics • Tourism

IDEAL SUBJECTS • Business Communication • Drama • English • Fashion • Film, Television and News Media • Graphics • Information Technology • Social Sciences • Visual Art

OP / ATAR / IB* Bachelor of Architectural Studies** Bachelor of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying

12 / 74.5 / 26

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Property

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Sustainable Environments and Planning

15 / 65.5 / 24

y Diploma of Built Environment

21 / 42.9

OP / ATAR / IB* Bachelor of Actuarial Science

6 / 89 / 32

Bachelor of Actuarial Science (Honours) Bachelor of Business

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Commerce

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Communication (Business) Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management

15 / 65.5 / 24

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Sport Management

15 / 65.5 / 24

y Diploma of Business

21 / 42.9

y Diploma of International Hotel and Tourism Management y Diploma of Sport Management

21 / 42.9 21 / 42.9

OP / ATAR / IB* Bachelor of Arts

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Communication

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Communication (Business)

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Creative Arts

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Film and Television

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Interactive Media and Design

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Journalism

15 / 65.5 / 24

y Diploma of Communication

21 / 42.9

yAdmission Pathway, please refer to page 8 for more details. **Portfolio entry may be possible with min OP15.

*Entrance scores are indicative only. Applicants require a minimum entry score equivalent to OP15 or higher (ATAR 63.50 for admission in Semester 1, 2019) to be considered for admission into our bachelor programs. Applicants who do not meet this minimum entry score will be considered for admission into a Bond University College pathway program.

In addition to our minimum University admission requirements, some of our Bachelor programs may require applicants to have achieved a higher minimum entry score standard, subject prerequisites, and / or some other additional selection criteria. IB score refers to the achieved scores for the IB Diploma award.

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HELP OTHERS

HEALTH SCIENCES AND MEDICINE For careers relating to exercise and sports science, health sciences, biomedical science and medicine.

I WANT TO...

EXPLORE THE WORLD

HUMANITIES, LANGUAGES AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES For careers relating to applied linguistics, Australian studies, diplomacy, language and culture, international affairs, international relations, foreign correspondence, history, politics, international trade law and philosophy.

I WANT TO...

FIGHT FOR JUSTICE

IDEAL SUBJECTS • Biology • Chemistry • English • Health Education • Mathematical Methods • Specialist Mathematics • Physical Education • Physics

IDEAL SUBJECTS • English • Geography • History • Languages • Legal Studies • Philosophy • Social Sciences

IDEAL SUBJECTS • English • Legal Studies • Social Sciences

LAW, CRIMINOLOGY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE

OP / ATAR / IB* Bachelor of Biomedical Science

10 / 79 / 27

Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science

12 / 74.5 / 26

Bachelor of Health Sciences

12 / 74.5 / 26

Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) ^ Medical Program y Diploma of Health Sciences

18 / 58

OP / ATAR / IB* Bachelor of Arts

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Global Studies (Sustainability)

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of International Relations

15 / 65.5 / 24

OP / ATAR / IB* Bachelor of Business Law

10 / 79 / 27

Bachelor of Jurisprudence

10 / 79 / 27

Bachelor of Laws

8 / 84 / 30

y Diploma of Criminology

21 / 42.9

y Diploma of Legal Studies

15 / 65.5 / 24

For careers relating to law, dispute resolution, business law, criminology, corporate and commercial law and forensics.

• Biology • English • Health Education • Psychology • Social Sciences

OP / ATAR / IB* Bachelor of Arts

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Psychological Science

15 / 65.5 / 24

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) Bachelor of Social Science

15 / 65.5 / 24

y Diploma of Criminology

21 / 42.9

For careers relating to criminology, counselling, behaviour management and psychology.

^Medical Program is comprised of two sequential degrees - Bachelor of Medical Studies and Doctor of Medicine. Applications for Medical Program must be lodged through QTAC.

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PSYCHOLOGY, COUNSELLING AND BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT

IDEAL SUBJECTS

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I WANT TO...

UNDERSTAND OTHERS

Y O U R S T U D Y L I F E AT U N I As a full-time uni student, you will usually complete four subjects per semester. As such, completing a 24-subject Bachelor degree will take six semesters – which equals two years at Bond under our accelerated three-semesters-per-year timetable, or three years at most other universities.

tables and game consoles; our general and law libraries; and our computer labs with both Mac and PC monitors.

TEACHING STYLE When it comes to class, you’ll discover that there’s a big difference between a university like Bond with less than 5,000 students, and a big campus where you’ll be one of 50,000!

REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE Some subjects also incorporate practical training where you will get to work with a company or organisation in your chosen field. Your practical experience may be in the form of an internship, clinical placement, industry project, work placement, international study tour or even attending an industry conference, ensuring that you become ready for the workplace before you even graduate.

Our lectures and tutorials are delivered live and in person – not via video-link to a separate lecture hall because the first one is full; or live-streamed to an empty room because everyone is watching online.

Our classes are dynamic and discussion-based; it’s about listening, learning, forming your opinion and sharing it with others. You can’t do that by attending classes remotely or studying alone at home.

STUDY FACILITIES Even outside of class times, we encourage our students to spend time on campus; working with fellow classmates in study groups and on team assignments. This is where lifelong friendships start – and we have some great study spaces to help that happen, such as our collaborative Multimedia Learning Centre with LCD screens, meeting

There are also plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants where our students love to get together to socialise on campus.

Each subject will include a weekly timetable of: Lectures presented by our world-renowned academics.

Tutorials of small groups where you can discuss the lecture material in more detail.

Independent study to do more reading and research on the subject and complete various assignments.

LIFE ON CAMPUS Bond has a real community feel and vibrant student social life.

Our Bondies say that you’ll know everyone in your classes by the end of the first week and almost everyone on campus by the end of your first semester.

If you love your sport, there are plenty of sporting clubs to join – rugby union, swimming, cricket, athletics, golf… you name it. We’ve even got cheerleading and snow sports groups.

A lot of that has to do with our campus clubs and societies.

Our clubs and societies are run by the Bond University Student Association (BUSA) and they hold a big sign-on day each semester where you can learn more about what’s on offer.

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There are also plenty of general social events – including free student barbeque lunches by the lake every Wednesday, Res Wars for students living in our on-campus accommodation and Thursday nights at Don’s Tavern.

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Signing up to our special interest groups helps you meet people that you have something in common with. From bushwalking and photography to book clubs, vocal groups and the Student Philanthropy Club (which organises trips to Kununurra during the semester break for our students to work with Save the Children Australia), you’ll have lots of options to fill your social calendar.

GETTING A JOB A key priority for us at Bond is to make sure our graduates have the knowledge, skills and personal attributes that will make them stand out in the workforce. We call this ‘graduate employability’.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE To do this, we have a Career Development Centre (CDC) right here on campus.

Our Employment Services Specialists connect with every student from early on in your degree to help you find internships and work experience placements, as well as part-time and holiday employment.

As graduation approaches, you can talk to them about career planning, resume writing, job applications and interview preparation.

The CDC also has a team of Business Development Specialists who work with prospective employers, encouraging them to give Bond recruits first preference.

IT’S ALL ABOUT WHO YOU KNOW One of the main reasons why we encourage and help our students to secure internships and work placements throughout their degree is that it puts you in front of potential employers and gives them a chance to see what you are capable of.

Similarly, going to industry conferences or being part of international competitions gives you the chance to meet industry leaders and influencers who may be able to help you find your dream job.

You’ll also build relationships with your Bond professors and fellow students that will last long after you finish university and will become the foundation of your professional network.

NICOLE MESQUITA-MENDES Former Downlands College student and current Bachelor of Architectural Studies student

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“In my mind studying at Bond is unlike studying at any other university. Bond’s personalised teaching philosophy with smaller class sizes was similar to that of my high school, an environment in which I was challenged and thrived. Furthermore, Bond’s curriculum goes further than a standard classroom education, with the unique Beyond Bond program, that provides its students with a solid foundation to launch their careers. Additionally, studying at Bond means that I will GRADUATE EARLIER THAN MY PEERS and launch my career sooner.”

G E T T I N G R E A DY FO R UNIVERSITY LIFE As you enter the last years of high school, take some time to think about your future and how you can prepare for the next phase of your life.

WORK EXPERIENCE Start building up your resume by looking for work experience, community service and / or volunteering opportunities. Sporting, cultural and other extracurricular activities will also help you stand out to future employers.

GAINING INDEPENDENCE University is not like school where teachers monitor attendance and chase up homework. You will need to manage your own timetable and study schedule, making sure you get your assignments in on time. A big part of this is knowing when to reach out for help. If you don’t understand what’s required, be sure to ask questions and find out who the right person is to give you more information.

MANAGING YOUR MONEY Another key aspect of being independent is being able to support yourself financially. Ask your parents for some lessons in budgeting – how much will you need to cover rent, food, electricity, clothing, entertainment, transport, internet, phone and other living costs? And don’t forget your text books and study materials!

FUNDING YOUR STUDIES If you’re an Australian citizen or Permanent Humanitarian Visa Holder, you may be eligible for an interest-free student loan through FEE-HELP, HECS-HELP or VET FEE-HELP. You should also look into AUSTUDY and ABSTUDY to see if they can help offset your living costs.

SCHOLARSHIPS Educational institutions, community organisations and even some government departments offer scholarships to cover all or part of your tuition fees.

They are usually looking for school-leavers who have an outstanding record for academic, sporting and / or community achievement, but there are also a range of equity scholarships available.

MOVING AWAY FROM HOME It probably sounds like a big step right now but living on campus at university will be more fun than you can imagine. You’ll be with lots of other new students who are also moving out of home for the first time and you’ll make friends from all over the world. Just make sure you’re responsible enough to look after yourself and manage your studies.

HELPFUL WEBSITES MY FUTURE

PLANNING BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL

myfuture.edu.au

bond.edu.au/your-future

AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/open-days

SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE studyassist.gov.au

UNIVERSITY AND TAFE SEARCH gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/universities-tafes-colleges

Coming from a city where most students enrol in similar degrees at similar universities, I WANTED TO BE DIFFERENT.

TYSON BRAZEL Former Prince Alfred College student and current Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Laws student

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Moving away from home was not an easy decision but getting involved in the many student activities and joining the AFL team helped me to settle in quickly. The closeknit community that Bond provides made for a smooth transition.

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I was amazed at the wonderful facilities at Bond – from study spaces open around the clock to sporting facilities like I’ve never seen before. Combined with the world-class academics and accelerated degrees, Bond offered an experience that was unlike any other university.

YO U R B O N D J O U R N EY S TA R T S N O W We’d love to get to know you before you leave school – and we’re sure you’d like to know more about us.

There are lots of ways to engage with Bond in your last few years at school – from coming along to our annual Open Day or one of our Experience Days through to completing a full university subject while you’re still in Year 11 or 12.

Plot out your journey using the tips below.

STUDENT FOR A SEMESTER Gain an authentic university experience before finishing high school. Eligible students can enrol in a subject, attend lectures and tutorials on campus, complete assignments and sit subject exams. Visit bond.edu.au/student-for-asemester

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CREATE A STUDY PLAN This is the best time to get organised. Talk to your housemaster, teacher or career advisor about creating an effective study plan.

SUBJECT SELECTION Select subjects for Year 11 and 12. Check out the interstate subject and grading equivalents.

To find out more, visit bond.edu.au/your-future.

ATTEND HEADSTART DAY For Year 10 and Year 11 students who want to experience life as a Bond student to take part in simulated lectures and tutorials, enjoying interactive activities, meeting our professors and current students, and getting to know your way around our campus.

Visit bond.edu.au/Headstart-Day.

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ATTEND EXPERIENCE DAYS Experience Days are the best way to get a taste of university life along with finding out what degree is right for you. Add a few experience days to your calendar so you can make a well-informed decision for your choice of university. Visit bond.edu.au/experience-days

ATTEND CAREER MARKETS AND EXPOS Expos make it easier for students to come to one place and gather information from a wide variety of tertiary education institutions. Don’t pass up this free and valuable opportunity!

EXPLORE FINANCE OPTIONS With FEE-HELP the benefits of a Bond University degree are available to everyone, subject to eligibility. Visit bond.edu.au/feehelp for more information.

OPEN DAY Join us at Bond University Open Day as we provide the opportunity for students, parents and mature age applicants to have an all-access pass, giving you the opportunity to explore the campus and what’s on offer.

Visit bond.edu.au/Open-Day.

CAMPUS TOURS AND CAREER CONSULT What better way to discover and experience Bond yourself than with a Bondy? Our current students can give you a true insider’s guide to student life and studying at Bond. We offer tailored tours specific to your interests, which can be arranged at any time to suit you. For more information, visit bond.edu.au/campustours.

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OBSERVE A CLASS During the school holiday period, come and sit in on a class of your choice alongside current Bond students and see what university life is really like.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply to a few universities or training colleges that you may be interested in. Remember, you will be giving yourself another option when it comes to making that all important decision.

BOND IN YOUR CITY Our Domestic Regional Managers are available for meetings all around Australia, see bond.edu.au/contact for more information on when they will be in your region.

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GET INVOLVED IN FACULTY COMPETITIONS Bond Unversity offers several competitions that are open to high school students, including The Bond University High School Model United Nations Conference, Bond University Film and Television Awards (BUFTA) and National High School Mooting Competition.

SCHOLARSHIPS Start applying early for scholarships you have researched. Remember, don’t rush! Give yourself plenty of time during the application process so you can do your best.

S E E FO R YO U R S E L F Don’t leave it to the last minute: Start your journey to university by investigating your options before you get caught up with your busy schedule in Year 12.

CONNECT WITH BOND We invite Year 10 to 12 students on campus throughout the year to provide the opportunity to experience what life is like at Bond both inside and outside of the classroom. Students can register for the following events:

2019 EVENTS

DATES

Digital Media Experience Day

Tuesday, 2 April, 2019

Criminology Experience Day

Wednesday, 3 April, 2019

Communication Experience Day

Friday, 5 April, 2019

Bond Business School Year 12 Extension Program

Thursday 2 May or Friday 3 May, 2019 Thursday, 9 May or Friday 10 May, 2019

Film and Television Experience Day

Tuesday, 7 May, 2019

National High School Mooting Competition*

Tuesday, 7 May to Friday, 17 May, 2019

Architecture Experience Day

Wednesday, 8 May, 2019

Business, Hotel and Tourism Management, and Sport Management Experience Day

Tuesday, 21 May, 2019

Actuarial Science and Commerce Experience Day

Wednesday, 22 May, 2019

Psychology, Counselling and Behaviour Management Experience Day

Tuesday, 25 June, 2019

International Relations Experience Day

Tuesday, 2 July, 2019

Built Environment - Sustainable Environments, Property, Urban Planning and Construction Experience Day

Wednesday, 17 July, 2019

Ideas Camp

Wednesday, 7 August, 2019

Headstart Day

Monday, 21 October, 2019

Business, Hotel and Tourism Management, Sport Management, Actuarial Science and Commerce Experience Day

Tuesday, 22 October, 2019

*Invitation only event

BOND UNIVERSITY

OPEN DAY

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Saturday, 27 July, 2019

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Office of Future Students Bond University Gold Coast Queensland 4229 Australia Toll free: 1800 074 074 Phone: 07 5595 2222 bond.edu.au/enquire bond.edu.au

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The information published in this document is correct at the time of printing (February 2019). However, all programs are subject to review by the Academic Senate of the University and the University reserves the right to change its program offerings and subjects without notice. The information published in this document is intended as a guide and persons considering an offer of enrolment should contact the relevant Faculty or Institute to see if any changes have been made before deciding to accept their offer.