Bridging Program - Mathematical Methods, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

 

course duration

Duration
4 weeks Intensive
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
 

 
 
 

dates

Dates
18 November – 13 December 2024
Applications open 29 July 2024

 
 

fees

Fees
$1,500 per course

 
 

location

University of Queensland
St Lucia Campus

 
 

Overview

UQ College is offering a four-week intensive course to meet prerequisite requirements for undergraduate programs at The University of Queensland.

You can choose from Mathematical Methods, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

 

2024 Dates 

Applications open29 July 2024
Bursary applications close25 October 2024
Program applications close 11 November 2024
Classes start18 November 2024
Classes finish13 December 2024
Class time 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday to Friday
TutorialsThree optional Saturday tutorials are available
 

On campus accommodation

In collaboration with Emmanuel College, on campus accommodation is available to book for the duration of the four-week Bridging Program. Accommodation will be available from Sunday 17 November to Saturday 14 December 2024. Only 15 minutes walking distance from UQ College, you’ll feel like you’re already a university student living on campus.  

What is included:

  • Furnished room with a king single bed (linens are not included), study desk, ceiling fan, small fridge, whiteboard, spacious cupboards and drawers (1 person per room)
  • Three meals a day
  • Internet connection
  • All utilities including WiFi
  • Weekly room cleaning
  • Access to all Emmanuel College amenities and common areas, including common room, gym, sports court and music room
  • Chapel services and meditative space

Total price for four-week accommodation is $3,360 ($120 per day).  Total price including accommodation and the Bridging Program is $4,860. 

If you are choosing to stay at Emmanuel College, it must be for the entire four weeks of your study program.  To apply, select the ‘Accommodation Included’ option in the application portal.

Please note: if there are less than 20 students staying at Emmanual College as part of the Bridging Program, UQ College reserves the right to cancel the availability of accommodation on the 31 October 2024.

 

Bursary

UQ College is offering a bursary for students who are from a low socio-economic background, regional and/or remote areas or of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander origin. Bursaries available are as follows:

Low socio-economic background

  • Two fully funded bursaries ($1500 each)
  • Two 50% funded bursaries ($750 each)

Regional or remote

  • Two fully funded bursaries ($1500 each)
  • Two fully funded bursaries ($1500 each) plus accommodation ($4,860 each)

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

  • Two fully funded bursaries ($1500 each)
  • Two 50% funded bursaries ($750 each)

Bursary application process: 

  1. Send an email titled Bridging Program Bursary Application to uqcenquiries@uqcollege.uq.edu.au 
  2. In the email nominate which bursary you are applying for and provide the following: 
  1. All applications must provide:
  • Year 12 academic progress report
  • Evidence of your most outstanding achievements from Year 11 and 12 in the areas of leadership and community service
  • A 300-word written statement or 1 min video explaining why you would like to be considered for the bursary.

Successful applicants will be notified in writing by UQ College on 29 October 2024 and must accept their bursary by 1 November 2024 and be enrolled in the UQ College bridging program by 8 November 2024.  

Terms and conditions for the Bursary

Course Materials

All course materials are provided.  Students are required to bring a laptop or tablet to class each day to access to online materials. 

Assessment

Assessment will consist of written assignments, practical laboratory sessions (where appropriate) and examinations.

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entry requirements

Entry Requirements

As this course is the first step on a prospective academic pathway, students must have demonstrated academic ability at the required minimum.

  • Completion of High School Year 11 in Australia, or competencies that demonstrate equivalence at a comparable level.
  • Students seeking entry into a Biology, Chemistry or Physics are required to have undertaken at least one year of science in their senior high school studies. Likewise, students seeking entry into Mathematical Methods are required to have undertaken at least one year of a maths subject in their senior high school studies.
  • Mature age students or learners from disadvantaged groups without the minimum educational requirements for entry, who are able to demonstrate through interview/testimonials/work samples, the maturity and motivation to succeed in the course may be granted special entry.

Award

Statement of Attainment

On successful completion of the requirements of the course, a Statement of Attainment will be issued by UQ College.

Results will be available for the Major January QTAC offer round in the preceding year of enrolment. It is a student's responsibility to list this course in the qualifications section of your QTAC application.

 

 

 

 

Application checklist

Documents required to enrol:

1. Photographic identification

One form of photographic identification is required as part of your enrolment. 

  • High School Student Card
  • Driver's licence
  • Proof of age card
  • Passport

2. Previous Qualifications

we will need certified copies of your recent high school reports or Certificate of Education.

How to apply

Commence your online enrolment by clicking on 'Apply now' at the top of the page when applications open. Payment of $1500 will be required to complete your enrolment.

 

how to apply

Get in touch

info@uqcollege.uq.edu.au
Phone: +61 7 3346 6770

UQ College
The University of Queensland
The Sir Llew Edwards Building
University Drive
St Lucia QLD 4072 Australia

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