UQ College - University of Queensland

Duration
Self-directed online study for up to 12 months

Dates
Courses available from 14 April 2025

Courses commence on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month

Fees
Pure Mathematics
(Maths Methods):
Domestic - $990
International - $1,190

General Mathematics:
Domestic - $660
International - $800

Didn’t complete a Maths subject in high school?

If you are looking to enter university, but need to fulfil a Maths prerequisite, then UQ College’s online bridging courses are perfect for you.

This program is recognised as a Year 12 Maths alternative, helping you to bridge knowledge gaps and meet UQ entry requirements. UQ College is your pathway to further university study.

Online Bridging Course	UQ Prerequisite
Pure Mathematics	Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4)
General Mathematics	General Mathematics (Units 3 and 4)

International students who intend to enrol in UQ College’s online Bridging Courses in General Mathematics or Pure Mathematics in order to meet subject prerequisites at an Australian university other than UQ should first check with the target university to ensure that these courses are accepted for such purpose.

Flexible Online Study

Delivered online, this self-directed program allows you to complete a subject prerequisite from your own home. With weekly Zoom check-ins which provide learning support from our highly qualified teachers at UQ College, our aim is to help you achieve your goals and progress to your chosen degree.

All you need is reliable internet access and a computer with a webcam and microphone.

While the pace of the learning is completely up to you, students investing 3 – 5 hours per week in their study can expect to complete the Pure Mathematics course in approximately 30 weeks, and the General Mathematics course in approximately 20 weeks. Some students may take more or less time to complete the course depending on prior maths study, familiarity with the content, or personal mathematical ability.

Fees and Dates

Commencement Dates	2nd and 4th Monday of each month*
Duration	12 months from your commencement date
Domestic Fees	Pure Mathematics - $990 AUD
Domestic Fees	General Mathematics - $660 AUD
International Fees	Pure Mathematics - $1190 AUD
International Fees	General Mathematics - $800 AUD

* If any commencement date falls on a Australian public holiday, commencement will instead be on the next working day.

Domestic Pathways Guide (PDF, 1.3 MB)

Low SES and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Scholarship (PDF, 331.7 KB)

Frequently Asked Questions

Domestic Students
International Students

Entry requirements:

You must:

Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Be at least 17 years old
Have successfully completed Mathematics at a minimum Australian Year 10 level

What you need:

A passport, or Government issued ID
A high school academic transcript, school report or similar
Unique Student Identifier (USI)

If you don’t already hold a USI, go to www.usi.gov.au to create one. 

Entry requirements:

You must:

NOT be living in Australia
Be a minimum of 17 years old
Have an English language proficiency (ELP) result of IELTS 5.5 (no band <5) or equivalent
Have successfully completed Mathematics at a minimum Australian Year 10 level or equivalent

What you need:

A passport, or Government issued ID
An accepted ELP test result
A high school academic transcript or similar

By applying for this program, you acknowledge that:
This course the comparable in standard to Australian Year 11 and 12 Mathematics subjects.
This course is conducted fully online, and general digital literacy is assumed. This includes using email, Microsoft Office, downloading and uploading files, and video conferencing (e.g. Zoom).
A sufficient level of English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.5 is required to understand course materials.
This course requires access to reliable internet and a computer with a webcam and microphone.

Pure Mathematics (Mathematical Methods)

This course is the equivalent of Mathematical Methods for prerequisite purposes. You will develop the skills and knowledge to solve mathematical problems involving linear functions, quadratics, trigonometry and measurement. You will also develop the ability to comprehend and apply mathematical concepts and techniques drawn from relations and functions, probability and statistics, index laws, and exponential and logarithmic functions as well as calculus.

This prerequisite course suits students who need to meet the entry requirements for programs such as Biomedical Science, Commerce, Information Technology, Engineering and Science.

Unit Code	Unit Name
NAT11240021	Solve pure mathematics problems involving trigonometry and algebra
NAT11240022	Solve pure mathematics problems involving statistics and functions
NAT11240023	Solve pure mathematics problems involving calculus

General Mathematics

You will develop the skills and knowledge required to solve general mathematical programs involving algebra, probability, and statistics. You will also learn how to apply mathematical concepts and techniques to perform calculations involving numbers, measurement, and finance.

This prerequisite course is ideal for students who may want to study programs such as Business Management, Education, or some Science and Health programs.

Unit Code	Unit Name
NAT11240012	Apply general mathematics in real world contexts
NAT11240013	Apply statistical and algebraic theory in real world contexts

Assessment

Assessment consists of a number of written examinations which are completed online and proctored via Zoom with the use of browser lockdown software.

At the end of the online course you will receive a Statement of Attainment which will indicate whether you are competent or not competent. You must then list this qualification during your application to university.

You will also be provided with a final result on the 1 – 7 UQ Grading Scale.

Support for low SES, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

A 50% scholarship will be offered to 15 students who study either Pure Mathematics (Mathematical Methods) or General Mathematics. This scholarship is intended to support domestic students from either a low Socio-Economic Status (SES) or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

To be eligible you must:

Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Indicate in your application for the Online Bridging Course that you would like to apply for the scholarship.
Meet one of the following conditions
- Be from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background
- Be from a Low Socio-Economic background

Scholarship application process:

Apply for the Online Bridging Course at the top of this page.
During the application form, indicate that you would like to apply for the scholarship, and which criteria you meet.
Upload documentation that proves you meet this criteria.
- For Low Socio-Economic Scholarship – Your financial circumstances (Centrelink statement, tax notice, etc.)
- For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship – Proof of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander status
Complete the application.

If successful, you will be notified that you have received the scholarship once your application has been processed. You must accept their scholarship within 2 weeks upon receiving this confirmation.

Access

Students may find access to some UQ software and systems restricted from their country. We recommend students use a VPN service if this occurs.

All students may use the UQ VPN service through Cisco AnyConnect VPN: https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/information-technology/working-remotely/vpn-virtual-private-network

If you experience difficulties with your VPN service, please contact UQ Ask Us for help. Support is available from 8am until 8pm Monday to Friday and 12pm – 5pm Saturday to Sunday. https://web.library.uq.edu.au/contact-us

All times are in AEST +10:00 time.