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Bond University
Bachelor of International Business
Bond University
Deadline detail: Rolling — 8 weeks before intake start
Course Overview
Bond University on the Gold Coast is Australia's first private not-for-profit university and the highest-rated Australian university for Student Experience (Good Universities Guide, 5 stars 17 years running). Bond Business School holds AACSB accreditation — top 5% of global business schools. The 2-year accelerated Bachelor of International Business is delivered across three trimesters per year (compared to the standard two semesters at most Australian universities), allowing students to complete a full Bachelor's degree in just 24 months. The programme covers international trade, global marketing, cross-cultural management, international finance and economics, plus a compulsory study-abroad semester at one of Bond's 70+ exchange partners (NUS, HEC Paris, LBS, USC) or a final-year industry placement.
Sri Lankan applicants — particularly those wanting a faster degree completion timeline (saving 1 year of living costs vs. standard 3-year Australian BBus), small class sizes (max 25 students per class), and a beach-lifestyle Gold Coast location adjacent to Brisbane — choose Bond for the accelerated format + AACSB business credibility + 485 visa eligibility. Bond's small class sizes also enable strong faculty mentorship into postgraduate / MBA pathways. Sri Lankan returnees take Senior Trade Manager / Country Manager posts at John Keells International, MAS Trade, Brandix Sourcing.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle A Level: 3 passes with C grade minimum.
- check_circle IB Diploma: 26 points minimum.
- check_circle Sri Lankan Local A Level: 3 passes.
- check_circle Foundation/Pathway: Bond University Pathway College accepted as direct-entry route.
- check_circle Personal statement and CV; some applicants interviewed (online for Sri Lankan applicants).
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (no band below 6.0).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 79 Overall.
- check_circle PTE Academic: 58 Overall.
- check_circle Waived if your secondary schooling was in English-medium for 3+ years.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (AUD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | AUD 55,000 | Rs. 11,550,000 |
| OSHC Health Cover (per year) | AUD 700 | Rs. 147,000 |
| Living Expenses (per year, Gold Coast) | AUD 24,000 | Rs. 5,040,000 |
| Student Visa & Setup | AUD 1,800 | Rs. 378,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | AUD 81,500 | Rs. 17,115,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Eligible for the 485 Temporary Graduate Visa (2 years; Gold Coast as regional location may extend this further). Top hirers: Big 4 consulting (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC), regional banks (Suncorp, Bank of Queensland), plus international graduate programmes at NAB, ANZ. Sri Lankan returnees take Senior Trade Manager / Country Manager / Business Development Director posts at John Keells International, MAS Trade, Brandix Sourcing, plus international postings. AU starting international business salary: AUD 65,000-78,000.
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