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The SIBT diploma has been delivered at Macquarie University for over 14 years and more than 10,000 graduates have completed their qualification and progressed into 2nd year university studies. With SIBT, students can achieve the degree
and career they want. www.sibt.nsw.edu.au

Sydney Institute of Business & Technology (SIBT)

SIBT offers Certificate IV in University Foundation Studies (Pre-University), Higher Education Diplomas and Macquarie University Graduate Certificates. Students who may not achieve the academic or English requirements for direct entry into Macquarie University or Macquarie City Campus can complete a SIBT diploma, the equivalent of the first year Macquarie University bachelor degree.

The SIBT diploma has been running at Macquarie University for over 14 years and more than 14,000 graduates have completed their qualification and progressed into second-year university studies. With SIBT, students can achieve the degree and career they want.

• business administration
• commerce
• communication
• computing*
• arts*
• electronic engineering

Students graduating from the SIBT diploma progress to the second year of a Macquarie University bachelor degree, at Macquarie University or Macquarie City Campus.

* Note: Units are timetabled according to student demand. In some semesters units may be offered at one SIBT location only.

Flexible Study Options
Semester commencement dates are: February, June and October

Standard and Fast Track
The Certificate IV and Diploma courses consist of 8 academic units. Students who choose to fast track their studies will study 4 units per semester over two semesters (eight months). For the Standard Track study options students complete 8 units over three semesters (twelve months). SIBT will advise the most suitable option based on students’ previous academic and English examination results. Students eligible for Diploma Fast Track may choose to study Standard Track if they prefer.

English requirements
A minimum IELTS score of 5.5 (or equivalent) is required to commence a SIBT Diploma. An IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) is required for the Fast Track study option or the Diploma of Communication.

Teaching Methods
SIBT students attend four hours of classroom-based lectures and tutorials per unit per week. It is expected that approximately 6–8 hours per week per unit will also be required for additional study time.

Assessment Methods
The method of assessment may vary depending on the course and units selected. A combination of university approved assessments, including assignments, essays, oral presentations, tutorial participation and formal examinations may be used.