Degree Transfer

Degree Transfer is the first International Program for 2nd year entry at an elite University.
The Degree Transfer program is designed to give students fast track access to a Bachelor Degree at the University of Adelaide, if they cannot enter the Bachelor Degree program directly. The Degree Transfer programs are a combination of bridging material and first year course material from the University of Adelaide degree program. Most classes are conducted on the main campus of the University of Adelaide. Degree Transfer is suitable if you are unable to gain direct entry to the University of Adelaide program of your choice.

Degree Transfer - Bradford College

The Degree Transfer Program - Gain entry to the second year of a Bachelor Degree at a prestigious University.

Benefits of Degree Transfer

The Degree Transfer (DT) program is the perfect option for you if you are unable to gain direct entry to the University of Adelaide program of your choice. The Degree Transfer offers:

More assistance with difficult concepts
Smaller class sizes
Teachers who are helpful and provide individual attention
More contact hours per week than provided in the normal first year of a degree program
English language support
Flexible entry times to make sure that you don’t waste time studying what you already know, and yet are provided with the attention and assistance you need to succeed
Entry to the second year of a Bachelor Degree at the University of Adelaide
A quality program with program standards maintained by the University
Direct transfer to second year university if you achieve a pass grade in all subjects (no higher grades or credit average is required).
It is a first year university program and not a diploma
Students sit for the same exams as the first year University students
Classes are conducted on the main campus of the University.

[How to apply] [Fee Schedule]

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Key Facts – Degree Transfer

Program Duration – Degree Transfer

45 weeks (3 x 15 week semesters) completed in just over one calendar year.

Intakes

March 2010 intake - Exit June 2011 - ready to enter Year 2 of the respective Bachelor Degree in July 2011.
October 2010 intake - Exit December 2011 - ready to enter Year 2 of the respective Bachelor Degree in February 2012.

Location

Main campus of the University of Adelaide
Bradford College campus

English Language Entry Level

IELTS 5.5, TOEFL (paper based) 525, TOEFL (computer based) 195 or equivalent.

The above English entry requirements are a guide only. Each student's
application will be assessed on an individual basis. Minimum English
requirements are subject to change without notice.

Programs

Engineering
Computer Science
Commerce
Science
Finance
Economics

Contact Hours

In Degree Transfer, all students attend 4 hours of contact time per subject each week the Bridging Semester. In Semesters 1 & 2 contact hours depend on your choice of Bachelor Degree.

Special Features

University program enabling articulation into second year.
First year university courses.
Small tutorials.
Assistance with English throughout program.

Intake Dates and Duration – Degree Transfer

Intake	Bridging Semester (15 weeks)	Semester 1 (15 weeks)	Semester 2 (15 weeks)
March Intake	March 2010 to June 2010	July 2010 to November 2010	February 2011 to June 2011
October Intake	October 2010 to February 2010	March 2011 to June 2011	July 2011 to November 2011

Packaged Programs

If you are successful in being accepted into the Bradford College Degree Transfer program, you will also receive an offer for a place in the corresponding Bachelor Degree program from the University of Adelaide. This enables you to apply for a student visa which is up to five years in length.

Guaranteed Place

At the conclusion of the Bradford College Degree Transfer program, you will have a guaranteed place in the second year of your chosen degree program at the University of Adelaide providing you have passed the first year subjects in Degree Transfer and have achieved the University’s required IELTS score.

Curriculum – Degree Transfer

This is a guide only. For details, refer to the University of Adelaide handbook.

Degree Transfer Curriculum this is a guide only, for details, refer to the University of Adelaide handbook
Streams	Bridging Semester	Semester 1 (1st year university)	Semester 2 (1st year university)	2nd year university
Commerce	Accounting Economics Computing Statistics English	Principles of Microeconomics Accounting for Decisions Makers Information Systems A Maths Subject International Financial Institutions & Markets Psychology English*	Principles of Macroeconomics Accounting Method Commercial Law Business Data Analysis Psychology English*	B Commerce Accounting Corporate Finance Marketing Management International Business
Economics	Accounting Economics Computing Statistics English	Principles of Microeconomics Accounting for Decisions Makers Information Systems English* A Maths Subject Psychology	Principles of Macroeconomics Accounting Method Commercial Law Business Data Analysis Psychology English*	B Economics
Finance	Accounting Economics Core Maths Statistics English	Principles of Microeconomics Accounting for Decision Makers International Financial Institutions and Markets English* A Maths Subject	Principles of Macroeconomics Accounting Method Statistical Practice English* Elective	B Finance B Finance (International)
Computer Science	Computing Core Maths Statistics Programming English	A Maths Subject Computer Science Electrical & Electronic Engineering Scientific Computing English*	A Maths Subject Computer Science Internet Computing Statistical Practice English*	B Computer Science
Science	Chemistry Core Maths Statistics English	Chemistry Physics Biology Earth’s Systems Psychology Maths English*	Chemistry Physics Biology Earth’s Interior Psychology Statistical Practice (Life Sciences) Maths English*	B Science Biomedical Science Evolutionary Biology Molecular and Drug Design Molecular Biology Nanoscience and Materials Optics and Photonics Petroleum Geoscience
Engineering	Engineering Maths Core Maths Physics English	Chemistry Maths Statics Engineering Computing Engineering, Planning, Design & Communication English*	Electrical Engineering A Maths Subject Materials Dynamics Design, Graphics & Communication Engineering Modelling and Analysis English*	B Engineering Automotive Aerospace Mechanical Mechatronic Civil and Structural Electrical and Electronic Telecommunications Software Engineering

Please Note:
1. Subjects may vary depending upon time of intake into the Degree Transfer program.
2. Some subjects may not be offered in every intake and are subject to demand.
*English is not compulsory in University semesters one and two for students who have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above (with no individual band score lower than 6.0 in writing and speaking or 5.5 in reading and listening).

These subjects in Degree Transfer are subject to change - please seek individual
advice by contacting our office.

English Proficiency

A minimum score on one of the following tests is required for direct entry into the Degree Transfer program:
• IELTS - minimum overall band score of 5.5
(individual band scores cannot be below 5.0)
• TOEFL (paper based) - 525
• TOEFL (computer based) - 195.

In individual cases, Bradford College may assess a student’s English language proficiency by administering the Bradford English test. The College may also accept alternative evidence of an applicant’s English proficiency in individual cases.

Applicants who have an IELTS overall band score of 4.5* or more but do not meet the English Proficiency requirements for direct entry into the Degree Transfer program will need to enrol in an English language preparation program at Bradford College prior to commencing the Degree Transfer program. The duration of the English Language program will depend on the applicant’s IELTS, TOEFL or Bradford English test results. Please refer to the English Language program page of this website for information on the College’s English language preparation program.

* Or an equivalent score on an alternative English test.

Note: The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) requires students from Assessment Level 3 and 4 countries to submit an IELTS test certificate as part of the student visa application process. Applicants should check DIAC’s English language requirements before applying for a student visa (this will vary depending on the applicant’s visa subclass and assessment level).

University Transfer

The Group of Eight universities have arranged a transfer agreement that will improve mobility between universities. This agreement formally recognises credit earned and facilitates the transfer of these credits between institutions. The University of Adelaide supports the Credit Transfer Agreement implemented by the Vice-Chancellors of the Group of Eight Australian universities. For further information, please visit www.adelaide.edu.au/dvca/articulation/go8.html.