From our very beginning, we have been a University to challenge convention.
Southern Cross University (SCU) is an Australian public university, with campuses at Lismore and Coffs Harbour in northern New South Wales, and at Coolangatta, the most southern suburb of the Gold Coast in Queensland.
In 2019, it was ranked in the top 100 young universities in the world by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Type
Public research university
Established
1970
Endowment
304
Chancellor
Sandra McPhee
Academic staff
295
Students
17,350
Administrative staff
596
Location
Coffs Harbour, Lismore and Gold Coast, New South Wales and Queensland, Australia
Campus
Urban, parkland and regional with multiple sites
Nickname
Marlines
Sporting affiliations
UniSport | EAEN
Website
More About the University
Innovative Teaching Emphasis on practical and experiential learning approaches.
Research Strengths Special focus on environmental science, health, and education.
Flexible Learning Options available for both online and on-campus study.
Student Support Dedicated services designed to assist student success.
