Have you ever wondered what it’s like to study online at Southern Cross University? We sat down to talk with Kristen, Senior Learning Designer at SCU Online to talk about some of the wonderful features of PERCI, our online learning environment.
Studying online with Southern Cross University provides you with a multitude of online support platforms and tools to assist, and enhance your learning experience. While the thought of online study may sound daunting, it’s often the most approachable way for professionals to learn and develop their skills, while staying connected to the workforce.
It removes the risk of leaving your position to fit in study time, and works around your lifestyle. For tips and support for studying online, check out the blogs below.
Looking after your mental health as a postgraduate student
We’ve put together a list of ways you can prioritise your mental health as a postgraduate student with a focus on developing self-care, coping and resilience strategies.
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Studying a Master of IT Management
Leigh Owens is the IT Manager for Essendon Football Club. He is currently studying his Master of Information Technology Management at Southern Cross University Online. We spoke with him about his job, kicking goals with online study and why he picked Southern Cross University Online to study his Master of Information Technology Management.
Mental Health Career Opportunities with Dr John Hurley
Recently, we hosted a webinar with Dr John Hurley, to speak about career opportunities in the mental health field and current trends within the sector.
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Lifelong learning for educators
As you progress in your career, the skills you develop from your work experience are undoubtedly critical. Yet, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that your education is over after you finish high school or your undergraduate degree. Indeed, one of the most attractive parts of completing your studies is the idea that you don’t need to learn anything else.
Studying Advanced Property Law
Southern Cross University online postgraduate law degrees cover a range of traditional and emerging business fields.
One of our Master of Business Law students, Kathryn Oliver recently shared with us why Advanced Property Law has been her favourite unit in the course so far.
Inclusive education to maximise student learning
Recently, we hosted a webinar with Dr Bellert, which focused on some of the key topics and considerations for teachers when teaching students with disabilities or additional learning needs. Below are some of the key takeaways and listen in to the podcast, which you can access and listen to for more information about this specialist area.
What an average day looks like for an online student
Managing study with work, and all of life’s other commitments, might seem challenging, but as Aleasa Brink has discovered throughout her journey as an online student, it comes down to preparation and time management.
The future of healthcare leadership and management
The healthcare sector presents two exciting challenges for you as a career-minded professional looking for opportunities to continue – and expand – within your chosen field. It is a growing Australian industry and its needs are changing.
Interdisciplinary approach to healthcare wins
As a clinical nurse consultant at Brisbane’s Princess Alexandra Hospital, Belynda Abbott knows first-hand the benefits of taking an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare. She recently completed a Master of Healthcare Leadership at Southern Cross University (SCU) Online, the only university to offer this approach to learning.