UAC and SRS Applications Open
Information for careers advisers
Careers advice and support from UC
Introduction
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Welcome to the University of Canberra … to both you and your students! We regularly engage with careers advisers and staff working in Australian schools and colleges and can offer tailored services to you and your students.
From interactive experiences at our UC Bruce campus to visiting your school to chat about courses, career pathways and the application process, we can put together a program to suit your students’ needs.
Bespoke careers programs for your school
Careers programs for your school
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At UC, we’re committed to providing school and college careers advisers with easy access to the information and unique resources you need to help support your students. Some of the initiatives we offer include:
- direct contact with careers advisers
- in-school and virtual presentations on courses, careers, pathways and applying to university (including University Admissions Centre (UAC) information)
- admissions pathway support (including Early Offer Rounds, Accelerated Pathways Program and Schools Recommendation Scheme)
- on-campus experience and discovery days
- faculty engagement, such as career presentations and workshops on-campus or at your school or college
- one-on-one course advice consultations with students
- attendance at upcoming careers expos, fairs and information events.
Why students should make UC their top choice
Make UC their top choice
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At UC, we’re passionate about providing students with the best launching pad for their remarkable careers.
- We’re ranked in the top 28% of universities worldwide. We are ranked 5th in Australia in the worldwide Young Universities Ranking and ranked 4th in the world for reducing inequalities. (Times Higher Education 2023/24).
- We prioritise practical learning opportunities for our students through Work Integrated Learning (WIL). This commitment has seen research at UC ranked #1 in Australia for Industry collaboration. (the Australian, 2022).
- We link students with industry projects, create simulations within the classroom and provide access to learning opportunities overseas through international internships and our Global Learning experiences.
- Students thrive in an environment where innovation, collaboration and hands-on experience unite to create future-proof qualifications.
- Our commitment to creating work-ready graduates has resulted in our number one ranking in the ACT for graduate starting salaries and full-time employment.
- Our degrees rank the highest in the ACT for student satisfaction.
- We are ranked #1 in Canberra for social equity, skills development, student support, and learning resources. (2024 Good Universities Guide).
Important dates
“We have a number of important events and dates for both Career’s Advisors and students, so check them out here!”
5 April 2024
20 May 2024
Early Offer Scheme Opens
29 July 2024
UC Semester 2 begins
9 August 2024
Early Offer Scheme Applications Close
23 August 2024
Early Offer Scheme Document Deadline
5 September 2024
Early Offers Released
30 September 2024
UAC Early Bird Pricing Ends
10 October 2024
Schools Recommendation Scheme Applications Close
Upcoming events
Important upcoming careers events
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There are a number of upcoming events, days and workshops for career advisers and students to learn more about UC. Find out more about each one and register your interest in attending.
20 – 24 May 2024
Explore UC
29 May 2024
Careers Advisors Admissions Webinar
7 – 8 August 2024
Canberra Careers Expo
14 September 2024
UC Open Day
Resources for you
Resources for you
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To make your job as a careers adviser easier we’ve developed a range of downloadable resources about UC, so you can give your students a head start to their studies.
Careers adviser publications
Information on courses
Information on courses – search degrees
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Explore UC courses, entry requirements, study locations and more.
Information on courses – search diplomas
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Discover UC College’s range of Higher Education Diplomas that can link directly into the second year or second semester of a related UC degree.
Information on admissions programs
Information on alternative entry programs
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The Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) looks at criteria other than (or in addition to) the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) to offer Year 12 students an early admission into a UC undergraduate course.
The UC Early Offer Scheme allows current Year 12 students to apply for Undergraduate study and could receive an early admission offer using criteria other than their ATAR.
Adjustment factors are additional points added to a student’s ATAR or entry rank to give an adjusted entry score. UC can increase a student’s selection rank by a maximum of 20 points across the three categories of:
- subject adjustments
- Educational Access Scheme (EAS) adjustments
- University Priority Groups.
The Accelerated Pathways Program (H Courses) allows ACT Year 11 students to study on-campus and earn credit towards a UC degree. This unique opportunity provides the chance to experience what university is really like and get a step ahead of the pack! Student that completes one of our programs will also be considered for a special early offer round to a UC Degree.
Portfolio entry is offered by UC’s Faculty of Arts and Design (FAD) for all applicants seeking entry to an undergraduate FAD course. Students can submit their creative portfolio when they apply online. Special consideration may be given to applicants who don’t meet other alternative entry criteria but have experienced circumstances that have impacted or disadvantaged their studies. - subject adjustments
Information on pathways programs
Information on pathway programs
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UC Connect is developed by UC College in conjunction with UC to provide a pathway for school leavers and recent school leavers who wish to study an undergraduate degree, but whose current academic qualifications don’t give them direct admission.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Program helps First Nation Australian applicants who don’t meet current UC admission requirements to build the skills they need to succeed in higher education. Successful graduates of the program will be provided with entry into their desired UC course.
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Resources for your students
Resources for your students
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We have a range of resources to help students feel supported throughout their studies.
One-on-one consultations
Resources for one-on-one consultations
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If your students are keen to explore life at UC in more depth, they can book one-on-one sessions with members of our Recruitment team. They can discuss a whole range of topics face-to-face, such as courses and study areas, double degrees, UC clubs and societies, life as a UC student and more.
Campus tours for careers advisers
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Explore our Bruce campus by taking a campus tour. They're available every weekday between 9 am to 4 pm and will give your students an insight into what university life is really like.
Contact us
Contact us
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Fill in the school enquiry form to request any of the careers activities for your students.
You can also contact directly by phone or email.
Email: student.recruitment@canberra.edu.au
Phone: (02) 6201 2338
