Course overview
The Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation is an excellent option if you do not meet degree entry requirements or would like to improve your study skills and confidence before you begin your chosen degree. If you are a non-school or non-ATAR applicant and have completed year eleven or above, or have work experience that demonstrates the development of literacy, numeracy and entry level professional skills, then completing the Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation will give you guaranteed entry to most Charles Sturt undergraduate degrees.
The Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation is a half year (single semester full time) award course that can be studied full time or part time at the Albury, Bathurst, Port Macquarie or Wagga Wagga campuses. The focus is on teaching the essential skills for successful university study as well as ensuring you have been introduced to some of the key understandings that are relevant to your chosen degree course. You will be offered high levels of learning support to complete one core academic literacy subject (LIT115) and three elective subjects. The electives are recommended based on prior learning and based on your planned degree choice, so you get the most effective and relevant preparation for your longer-term study. Depending on your chosen degree and choice of electives, completing the Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation may give you credit towards your degree.
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Areas of study
Compulsory Subjects: Academic Literacy. Three electives: (recommended on basis of prior attainment and study and degree aspiration: Preparing for University Study (recommended for students who have not completed Access Charles Sturt Entry), Mathematics and Statistics, Current Topics in Health and Bioscience, Current Topics in Natural and Physical Sciences.
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Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Visit the Charles Sturt University website for current fee information.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Careers listed under the broad range of Charles Sturt bachelor degree courses, as well as courses at other universities, which applicants can seek admission after successfully completing this course.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Applicants with recent secondary education Completion of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) OR Completion of AQF Certificate III (or Higher) qualification OR Completion of an Enabling program OR Equivalent work of life experience OR Minimum age requirement of 18 years in the year the course is undertaken Must not be currently enrolled in a secondary school or equivalent Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents.csu.edu.au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements. Other applicants Refer to the Charles Sturt University general admission criteria.
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Campuses & intake dates
- Port MacquarieNSW