Future students
High school engagement
The Oodgeroo Unit provides a diverse range of in-school and on-campus activities for Indigenous Australian students from Years 8 to 12. These activities are designed to inspire and build aspirations for higher education.
Through these programs, the Oodgeroo Unit aims to foster early engagement and support Indigenous Australian students in realising their academic potential.
Submit your expression of interestScholarships and bursaries
QUT offers a range of scholarships and bursaries tailored specifically for Indigenous Australian students.
These opportunities are available at various stages of study, assisting to alleviate financial burdens and empowering Indigenous Australian students to reach their full potential while studying at QUT.
Browse scholarshipsCATSID for students
The Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent (CATSID) may be required to access certain QUT services, programs, and support.
This confirmation ensures that Indigenous Australian students can participate in initiatives specifically designed to support their educational journey, ensuring the right resources and opportunities are available to them.
Learn more about CATSID
Indigenous Australian admission pathway program
Start your journey with us
The Oodgeroo Unit offers an admission pathway program specifically designed for Indigenous Australian peoples aspiring to pursue university studies. This program, known as the Centralised Assessment and Selection Program (CASP), provides a supportive entry point, helping participants begin their academic journey and setting them on the right path to success at QUT. CASP is a key initiative in ensuring Indigenous Australian students have access to higher education opportunities.
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Current students
Getting started
The Pre-Orientation Program (POP) is a series of academic and cultural activities designed to help Indigenous Australian students transition smoothly into university life.
Through POP, students are introduced to the Oodgeroo Unit and QUT before the first weeks of teaching begin, providing them with valuable insights, resources, and a supportive community to enhance their academic journey from the start.
Discover POPTutoring
The Keystones of Success: Supporting our Future Leaders program offers tailored tuition and study support to Indigenous Australian students.
This program is designed to help students achieve academic success by personalising assistance to their unique learning needs and fostering leadership potential, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to excel in their studies.
Explore the programCelebrating success
At the completion of your studies, you and your family will be invited to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander pre-graduation celebration - a joyful night filled with pride, culture and community spirit, to honour the achievements of graduating students, special award winners, and all areas of Indigenous Australian excellence.
About the graduation celebrationMeet the team
Our team is dedicated to fostering a strong sense of belonging and connection for Indigenous Australian students, providing a safe and comfortable space for them to study, share ideas, voice concerns, and access a wide range of services and expertise at QUT.
With diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and extensive professional and practical experience, our team shares one common goal: a deep commitment to student success. We are passionate about creating a supportive environment that empowers students to thrive both academically and personally throughout their time at QUT.
Oodgeroo Noonuccal
In 1996, QUT honoured the significant contributions of Aboriginal poet, writer, and political activist Oodgeroo Noonuccal by renaming its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Unit in her memory.
Oodgeroo Noonuccal, born Kathleen Jean Mary Ruska in 1920 from Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island), a member of the Noonuccal tribe. Her name, Oodgeroo, meaning 'paperbark tree' reflects her connection to the land and her culture.
A powerful advocate for Blak rights, she was not only a poet and activist, but also an environmentalist and educator, making profound contributions to Australian history and Indigenous rights before her passing in 1993.
