UQ event sheds light on ATAR options
With ATAR scores out today, school leavers can learn how to make the most of their results and influence their future at The University of Queensland’s online event this Sunday 18 December.
UQ staff and students will be on hand to provide one-on-one advice to guide prospective students and their parents, through study options and university pathways.
Congratulating school leavers on completing year 12, UQ Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Terry said access to education opened up a range of future pathways.
“Knowing your options will help pave the way to your end goal, whether that be studying for your dream career, getting into a higher-ranking program or being the first in your family to attend university,” Professor Terry said.
“Bridging programs, tertiary studies pathways and guaranteed entry into selected courses are all options students can discuss in detail with a UQ advisor.
“We also have scholarship opportunities and accommodation options to make continuing education more accessible.
“I encourage prospective students to attend Sunday’s ATAR Advice online event to find out what options are best for them.
“Education and opportunity should be available for all Queenslanders and we’re working to break down personal, financial and geographical barriers facing aspiring students.”
As of 12 December 2022, UQ’s five most popular programs by number of first preferences this year are Engineering, Psychological Science, Medicine, Advanced Finance and Economics, Arts and Physiotherapy.
Demand for courses within UQ’s Faculty of Engineering, Architecture, and Information Technology are up 13 per cent due to a steep increase in demand for Engineering.
UQ offers guaranteed entry thresholds across many undergraduate programs based on minimum ATAR scores, subject to meeting English standards, prerequisites and other entry requirements.
Professor Terry said selecting a course with guaranteed entry gave students certainty and allowed them to focus on planning for 2023 and beyond – without the wait for an acceptance letter.
“At a time when teachers are in high demand, entry into the Bachelor of Education (Primary) is guaranteed if you have an ATAR of 75.00 and meet all other entry requirements,” Professor Terry said.
“Education has high employability with 94 per cent of our education graduates receiving employment within four months of completing their study.
“You can explore options to enter a guaranteed entry course with the aim of transitioning after your first year or find that the course you’re in is just what you’ve been looking for.
“In whatever way you choose to study at UQ, we’re thrilled to be part of your education journey and look forward to welcoming you in 2023.”
UQ’s ATAR Advice online event will be held this Sunday 18 December from 10:00am – 1:00pm. To register for the event, visit the ATAR Advice online event website.
VNR interview with UQ Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Terry available via Dropbox