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- Study in a supportive learning environment with small class sizes, experienced educators and more contact hours.
- Build entrepreneurial thinking to give you the tools to problem solve and develop innovative solutions.
- Connect into the QUT entrepreneurial community with direct access to our entrepreneurs-in-residence.
- Graduate with 1 year of credit (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Business (International), Bachelor of Creative Industries, Bachelor of Communication or Bachelor of Information Technology.
- Finish with two qualifications in the same time it takes to do one by completing a Diploma in Entrepreneurship and eligible bachelor’s degree.
Highlights
- Study in a supportive learning environment with small class sizes, experienced educators and more contact hours.
- Build entrepreneurial thinking to give you the tools to problem solve and develop innovative solutions.
- Connect into the QUT entrepreneurial community with direct access to our entrepreneurs-in-residence.
- Graduate with 1 year of credit (advanced standing) towards the Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Business (International), Bachelor of Creative Industries, Bachelor of Communication or Bachelor of Information Technology.
- Finish with two qualifications in the same time it takes to do one by completing a Diploma in Entrepreneurship and eligible bachelor’s degree.
Why choose this course?
This course will provide you with a framework for entrepreneurial thinking and give you tools to problem solve and develop innovative solutions. These core skills are highly valued in any organisation and across all levels of business.
You’ll get to put these skills into practice when you go through the process of launching your own side-hustle.
Immerse yourself in QUT’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. You’ll have access to QUT foundry co-working spaces, our entrepreneurs-in-residence, and current or past students who are running their own start-ups.
The Diploma in Entrepreneurship introduces you to entrepreneurial thinking and give you tools to problem solve and develop innovative solutions. In addition, the diploma has a strong focus on the development of academic skills required at university, preparing you for successful study.
All units adopt a blended approach to learning. On-campus classes are supported by online activities, helping you to become an independent learner. You will join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
Course articulation
Once you have successfully completed this course, you will be automatically offered a place in the:
- Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Creative Industries
- Bachelor of Communication
- Bachelor of Information Technology
To achieve maximum credit (with your diploma grades) for your diploma and matching degree, you must complete a full creative Industries, information technology or business pathway.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $16,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $36,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $14,900 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $33,900 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.