About Griffith College
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Griffith College is the best study option to achieve academic credit into hundreds of Griffith University degree majors, including 8-12 month Diploma’s which will transition students straight into their 2nd year of a range of University Bachelor degrees.
Located within the Griffith University Southport (Gold Coast) and Mt Gravatt (Brisbane) Campuses, our College is embedded within the Griffith University community and offers students a great opportunity for entry to higher degree programs, with extra support and services available for each student to succeed.
Our University Partner is ranked in the top 2% of universities globally, enjoys research excellence, innovative teaching and learning practices, along with strong ties to industry. Its campuses offer world-class facilities and world-class academics who are leaders in providing higher education in the Asia-Pacific region.
Our History
In 1997, Griffith College opened its doors on the Mount Gravatt (Brisbane) campus of Griffith University, to 98 students who were enrolled across 4 diplomas (Commerce, Hotel Management, IT and Design) and a tertiary preparation program. Since then, 8 more diplomas, an associate degree in Commerce and Business, and a non-award foundation and masters qualifying programs have been added to the suite of study options offered by the College. Due to the expansion of these programs, Griffith College opened a second site, on the University’s Southport (Gold Coast) campus.
All programs at Griffith College are delivered with our Flexible Learning approach (classes on-campus and online*), within the College’s two purpose-built buildings. As a Griffith University partner, we share campus services such as the library, computer labs, outlets, fitness and clubs, as well as specialist facilities such as simulated nursing wards, science laboratories, art studios, and a range of support services.
*Students can attend classes either in person on campus or zoom in, however we do not offer self-paced online study.
Navitas
Owned by Navitas Pty Limited, Griffith College sits comfortably within the University Partnerships Australasia division and enjoys being part of a globally diverse and sustainable corporation that is a trusted leader in the Education sector.
Mission, Vision and Values
Our Mission
Griffith College exists to provide quality education in a supportive learning environment for a diverse body of domestic and international students in order to ensure the highest level of graduate outcomes.
Our Vision
Griffith College will excel in quality delivery of education that builds students capability to actively and successfully participate in further studies.
Our Core Values
- Conviction of our purpose and potential
- Drive towards achieving and advancing together
- Adventurous in mind and spirit
- Rigour in enhancing our professional reputation and credibility
- Genuine in the way we behave and deliver
- Respect shown by celebrating, valuing and caring for people and the environment
Organisational Structure and Governance
The registered entity: Queensland Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd (ACN 076 195 027) trading as Griffith College, has forged a strong alliance with Griffith University since 2008.
Delivering across two campuses, all Diploma and Foundation programs are registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutes and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) under code 01737F.
A registered Higher Education Provider with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) – PRV12078, all Diploma and Associate Degree programs are accredited.
Griffith College is governed by the Navitas Board but as a separate entity relies upon it’s Academic Board to oversee academic governance and quality. The College Academic Board is Chaired by Emeritus Professor Ross Guest and is made up of College and University staff and includes representation from Industry and the student body.
Griffith College Governance Structure
The College Leadership team is headed by the College Director and Principal, Ms Angie Taras and consists of:
Academic Director – Dr Myesa Mahoney
Director, Marketing and Admissions – Ms Jenni Saville
Director, Student and Academic Services – Dr Sue Loomes
Deputy Academic Director – Ms Mary-Anne Vale
Quality and Compliance Manager – Ms Danielle Marshall
Student Cohort Profile
Programs and enrolments as at Week 5 Trimester 1, 2022
| Program | Student numbers | Domestic students | International students |
| Foundation Program | 74 | 5% | 95% |
| Diploma of Commerce | 155 | 35% | 65% |
| Diploma of Criminology and Criminal Justice | 75 | 89% | 11% |
| Diploma of Design | 62 | 58% | 42% |
| Diploma of Educational Studies | 112 | 98% | 2% |
| Diploma of Engineering | 96 | 74% | 26% |
| Diploma of Health Care | 144 | 42% | 58% |
| Diploma of Health Sciences | 195 | 76% | 24% |
| Diploma of Hotel Management | 112 | 8% | 92% |
| Diploma of Information Technology | 63 | 52% | 48% |
| Diploma of Science | 72 | 82% | 18% |
| Diploma of Social and Psychological Science | 124 | 84% | 16% |
| Associate Degree in Commerce and Business | 74 | 5% | 95% |
| Masters Qualifying Program | 37 | 0% | 100% |
Complaints or Grievances
Students should refer to the Students Complaints and Appeals Policy before making a complaint or lodging a formal appeal.
Feedback
Feedback is welcome and can be sent to compliance@griffithcollege.edu.au