Study STEM over summer
Applications open in August, 2024START QUT (STEM Intensive) delivers a first-year QUT STEM unit in a two-week intensive study program during the summer holidays in January 2025. This unique program is designed for current Year 11 students entering Year 12 in 2025.
To promote diversity in STEM, specific units in the intensive block have particular gender or attribute requirements as an affirmative action to enhance participation in those fields. If you are not eligible for a specific unit during the Summer 2 study period, you may have the opportunity to study it in Semester 1 or Semester 2.
You can participate in one of our study units to see the differences between high school and university while gaining insight into STEM studies in a safe and supportive environment.
There are no tuition fees for successful applications.
Indigenous Australian participant support
We are committed to facilitating and supporting educational endeavours and STEM aspirations of First Nation Australians. As such, the QUT Oodgeroo Unit can support any First Nation Australian student participating in the START QUT (STEM Intensive) program.
Support includes hosting the First Nation Australian students from outside of Brisbane in our accommodation and providing breakfast, lunches and dinners for the duration of the program. Students will also participate in social activities outside class hours with other START QUT participants, Oodgeroo Unit student ambassadors and staff.
Units offered in previous years
What's involved
High-achieving Year 11 students entering Year 12 in 2025 can undertake a first-year STEM unit over the summer holidays. This is a two-week intensive program where you complete about 80 hours of study, including lectures, discussion, exercises, and assessment.
The intensive unit will be led by our academics and assisted by current undergraduate students. Once completed, you can receive advanced standing (credit) for your future QUT studies, putting you ahead of your peers and setting you up for future success.
Applications open | 1 August 2024 |
Applications close | 31 October 2024 |
Orientation | December 2024 (date to be confirmed) |
Program dates | January 2025 (date to be confirmed) |
Delivery | On campus at QUT Gardens Point |
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