Associate Degree in Logistics

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In this course you will develop independent and academic learning skills to facilitate ongoing professional development, including further study at undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Course Essentials

How to apply

We are currently accepting applications for this course.

Methods of applying:

  • You can apply direct to VU

Please note that part-time study may not be available at all campuses.

Already a VU student?

You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.

For more info contact the
College of Business

Careers

Graduates will be able to pursue careers in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM) in any industry with LSCM functions, such as:

  • inventory
  • distribution
  • warehousing
  • purchasing
  • freight and transport
  • manufacturing and service operations

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

Course Objectives

  1. Provide students with the principles and practices, knowledge and attributes of a Logistics professional required in the increasingly complex global business environment.
  2. Develop the knowledge and skills in the development and operation of integrated logistics, supply management, warehousing, inventory, transport and sustainable business relationships in an international business environment.
  3. To understand the impact of logistics functions and their integration with other business functions.
  4. To assess, monitor and maintain quality systems in logistic through the effective use of information technology, human resources and accounting processes.
  5. Enable students to research, critique and evaluate the implementation of cost effective solutions to assist enterprises enhance their competitive advantage.
  6. Develop independent and academic learning skills, thereby facilitating graduates ongoing professional development, including further study at undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Units and electives

Fourteen units of study delivered by the VE sector and eight units of study delivered by the HE sector with 192 credit points.

Diploma of Logistics Part 1:

Diploma of Logistics Part 2:

Associate Degree Part 1 (year 2):

Or

Associate Degree Part 2 (year 2):

An approved elective

What's a unit?

A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.

Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.

Credits

Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.

Admission Information

  • TAFE: There are two entry paths into the Associate Degree in Logistics: 1.Applicants must show successful completion of Certificate IV from VET sector. Applicants must also demonstrate through an interview, the learning and professional capabilities to complete the course. Selection will be through the Faculty processes. Students will undertake year 1 study with the Institute of Supply Chain Logistics (ISCL) to complete the Diploma of Logistics before they commence Year 2 of the Associate Degree in Logistics. 2. The Pathway entry to the Associate Degree in Logistics is from the Diploma of Logistics and will be open to graduates of the Diploma that have achieved acceptable grades. The Diploma can be studied at any member institute of the Supply Chain Learning Network.
  • Year 12: Entry into the Associate Degree will require successful completion of year 12 with a relevant ATAR score or its equivalent. Students will undertake year 1 study with the Institute of Supply Chain Logistics (ISCL) to complete the Diploma of Logistics before they commence Year 2 of the Associate Degree in Logistics in Higher Education sector.
  • International: In addition to satisfying the entry requirements for Australian resident students or demonstrating equivalence, overseas students must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language:International English Language Testing System - overall score of 6 and no individual band score less than 6.0 or equivalent.
  • Mature: Students with demonstrated work experience may undertake a Recognition of Prior Learning assessment prior to commencing the Associate Degree.

Special admission requirements

Students with demonstrated work experience may undertake a Recognition of Prior Learning assessment prior to commencing the Associate Degree. A maximum of 50% of the content i.e. the equivalent to 96 credit points may be granted as credit through RPL in accordance with the University Learning Pathways and Qualifications Linkages Pathway Policy (POA070214000)

English language requirements

Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.

How to apply for this course

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Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students starting the course in 2013. Fees are subject to approval and may change. In some courses students must buy equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above and we recommend you seek advice from the relevant faculty.

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