Griffith University
Griffith University offers a range of services to sport high school students seeking future enrolment. Visit the link to find information for students, parents and school's about School Engagement at Griffith.
Griffith University Year 12 Business Program
Students can participate in a three-day intensive on-campus experience in one of the three strands: Business Management, Commerce or Tourism, Hotel, Event and Sport Management. The goal of this program is to encourage study in business through linking the curriculum of schools and universities; fostering positive relationships between students, teachers and academic staff; and exposing high school students to the tertiary environment. The Griffith Business Year 12 Program aims to help students make the transition from the supported framework of school, to the flexible and autonomous nature of tertiary studies. The program may also lead to direct entry into a university business course with eligibility to apply for a $2500 bursary. Further details are available through the Business and Technology Department.
Griffith University Year 11 Ambassadors Program
This program offers a unique opportunity for high school students to expand their understanding of the business world and develop real-life enterprise skills. Open to high achieving Year 11 students studying a business subject, the program explores one relevant business topic in each seminar and provides students the opportunity to become a Business Ambassador for their school. Students meet three times per year at Griffith University to participate in a series of activities that are designed to develop student’s knowledge on the nominated topic and introduce them to a university environment. Successful students can apply to participate in the Year 12 Business Program offered by the university. Further details are available through the Business and Technology Department.
Griffith University Year 10 STEM Ambassador Program
The Griffith Sciences STEM Ambassador Schools Program uniquely promotes science, technology, engineering and mathematics in Queensland and Northern NSW secondary schools. Over 150 STEM Ambassadors come together at their annual conference which includes leadership activities, guest presenters and development of their STEM strategic plan for the upcoming year
Through this partnership program, school-appointed coordinators liaise with Science on the GO! and lead the teams of selected school students who work as STEM Ambassadors to promote STEM within their school and local community. The STEM Ambassadors inspire others and share their passion for science, technology, engineering and mathematics. They work together to represent their school at Griffith University Science on the GO! events and develop individual strategic STEM plans tailored to their school.
University of Queensland Year 11/12 Science Ambassador Program
UQ Ambassadors will champion science by developing and delivering events, including National Science Week activities, and encouraging other senior science students to share their experiences with students in all year levels. Students develop leadership ability and communication skills with training and support from academics and current science and mathematics students in UQ's Science Leaders Academy. Students will connect with like-minded students across Queensland also on their UQ Science Ambassador journey. Each year, ambassadors summarise their activities and achievements in a written or video report, which are judged and the best entries are awarded prizes.
Queensland University of Technology
START QUT
START QUT is a university-wide program that gives you the opportunity to complete one or two QUT units alongside your Year 12 studies. You can trial potential study areas, experience the university lifestyle and gain an understanding of the differences between high school and university. START QUT members are part of the student community and attend lectures, tutorials or workshops with other QUT students. START QUT gives you the real QUT experience and sets you up for future success in your university studies. Further details and application guidelines are available from the Guidance Officer.
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Accounting Forum
A seminar designed to orientate students to the university and, in particular, the professional pathways studying accounting can offer. Students may choose to attend a variety of seminars during the day covering topics aligned with the school curriculum, as well as accounting as a profession. Further details are available through the Business and Technology Department.
University of Queensland
Enhanced Studies Program (ESP)
ESP provides students with an opportunity to extend their knowledge and find out more about university study, assessment and campus life by doing a university subject during semester one of Year 12.
Whatever your interests, UQ offers a selection of entry courses in:
Engineering/IT, Humanities, Science and Maths, Business and Law, and Languages
Students who successfully complete the ESP will be eligible to receive one bonus point towards their University entrance rank through UQ’s Bonus Rank Scheme.
ESP students who later enrol in a relevant UQ degree may receive credit for their completed course. ESP study also counts towards astudent’s Queensland Certificate of Education(QCE).
If you are a Queensland high school student currently in year 11, and with a B+ or higher average during year 11 you are eligible to apply.
Please see the Guidance Officer for further details.