General Mathematics Bridging Program

Fee: $1,500 per person (GST-free).

You must pay the full fee online by credit/debit card when you register.

FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP are not available for bridging programs.

Cancellations

To cancel your registration, you must apply in writing to bridging@qut.edu.au

The refund you receive will depend on when you withdraw.

Semesters 1 and 2

• If you withdraw before the start date of a program, your tuition fee will be refunded, minus $100 administrative fee.
• If you withdraw before the end of week four of the program, 50% of your tuition fees will be refunded.
• If you withdraw after week four of the program, you will not be eligible for a refund.

Summer Semester (Option 1 - night classes)

• If you withdraw before the start date of a program, your tuition fee will be refunded, minus $100 administrative fee.
• If you withdraw before the end of week two of the program, 50% of your tuition fees will be refunded.
• If you withdraw after week two of the program, you will not be eligible for a refund.

Summer Semester (Option 2 - day classes - intensive)

• If you withdraw before the start date of a program, your tuition fee will be refunded, minus $100 administrative fee.
• If you withdraw before the end of week one of the program, 50% of your tuition fees will be refunded.
• If you withdraw after week one of the program, you will not be eligible for a refund.

We reserve the right to cancel the program under certain circumstances, for example low registration numbers. If this occurs, we will advise you as soon as possible, and provide a full refund. We are not able to accept responsibility for other expenses incurred if the program is cancelled.

This program is aimed at helping you gain the necessary knowledge, skills and competence to enter tertiary studies with a mathematical component. The content is based on the current senior secondary schooling curriculum General Mathematics (equivalent to Mathematics A).

The program provides you with mathematical learning to formulate, solve, evaluate, verify, and communicate mathematical concepts. It provides learning opportunities with a focus on developing mathematical fluency, investigating scenarios, solving problems and explaining reasoning. This will highlight the relevance of mathematics in your daily life and the broader community, and as such help you to develop a mathematical mindset.

This program includes individualised support with an experienced mathematics teacher. A range of support strategies will be available including face-to-face, email and online options.

Learning outcomes

• Select, recall and use facts, rules, definitions and procedures drawn from algebra, functions, relations and their graphs, calculus and statistics.
• Comprehend mathematical concepts and techniques drawn from algebra, functions, relations and their graphs, calculus and statistics.
• Communicate using mathematical and statistical terminology, symbols and conventions.
• Solve problems by applying mathematical concepts and techniques.
• Evaluate the reasonableness of solutions.
• Justify procedures and decisions by explaining mathematical reasoning.

Program content

The topics covered include:

• algebra
• linear equations and linear functions
• quadratics
• graphing
• statistics
• correlation and regression
• normal distribution
• binomial distribution
• financial mathematics.

Approaches to teaching and learning

In this program you, will learn through a problem-based approach and skill development tasks. The program uses an approach to problem solving and mathematical modelling which moves through the following:

1. Formulate.
2. Solve.
3. Evaluate and verify.
4. Communicate.

This approach helps you to develop an ability to transfer mathematical skills and ideas between different contexts. In addition, there is a focus on discussion, and reflection of ideas.

Assessment

General assessment information

This program has four homework quizzes and two examinations. Formative assessment will support your learning by giving you an opportunity to practice tasks and learn from feedback before completing them for marking purposes. Formative assessment will also be applied to classroom tasks to check for completion, understanding and learning progression.

Feedback to students

In this unit, you will receive feedback on your learning and assessment. Regular in-class opportunities are provided for you to participate in problem solving tasks which will assist you to identify gaps in your knowledge and skills. These problem-solving sessions will help you prepare for summative assessment. You will also have access to a program called Maths Online which you can use at your own pace to support your learning.

Workload and time commitment

Bridging programs provide a supportive learning environment in which content is covered in an intensive mode. As concepts build on each other, attendance at all sessions is essential. In addition to class time, you will need to consolidate your understanding and complete assessment tasks in your own time. It is expected that you will spend at least the equivalent in class time to private study.

Resources

All resources are provided online via Canvas (QUT’s learning management system), which you will have access to for the duration of the course.

QTAC applications

If you're applying to QTAC, you'll need to submit your electronic result certificate to QTAC after you receive it.