Find out how Year 11 students can study a university subject while in high school through our START QUT program. We'll cover what’s involved, eligibility requirements, and how to apply. Plus, hear from past START QUT students about their experiences.
START QUT gives you the best chance of finding a course you'll enjoy by trying out university subjects while you're in Year 11 and 12.
You can trial potential study areas, experience the university lifestyle and learn about the differences between high school and university. You’ll be part of the student community and attend lectures, tutorials or workshops with other QUT students.
Get the real QUT experience and set yourself up for future success.
Study in Semester 1 or 2
Access all of QUT’s facilities and enjoy campus life in the same way as a current university student in Semester 1 (Year 12) or Semester 2 (Year 11). Online study options are also available.
We offer a two-week START QUT (STEM Intensive) program held on campus in January. This unique program is designed for current Year 11 students entering Year 12.
START QUT gave me the amazing opportunity to experience what it’s like to be a university student while still in high school. I was given the freedom to go to lectures and attend my classes on campus, which was a change from my usual school day. The START QUT program also allowed me to extend my high school studies and confirm computer science was the path for me.
Lucas Ferreira START QUT graduate, information technology student
Enhance your studies with START QUT
Listen to current nursing and paramedic science student Remi, tell you about his START QUT experience.
START QUT gives students the opportunity to study up to two university units, in the same classes as current QUT students, while completing high school.
"I completed the Design of Computer Systems STEM Intensive unit and made a portable raspberry pi photo booth. This was a fantastic experience to add to all my scholarship applications and showed my passion for STEM extends beyond high school and into real world applications. The support received during the entire program was deeply valued. Because of the fantastic experience I had, I was inspired to study at QUT."
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What's involved?
High-achieving Year 11 and 12 students have an opportunity to extend their studies in their final year of high school. Access all of QUT's facilities and enjoy campus life in the same way as current university students.
You can select two units from across the university, and study one unit each semester.
This is a great opportunity to get a head start on your chosen undergraduate course, or to try out study areas you're interested in.
Once completed, you can receive advanced standing (credit) for your studies, putting you ahead of your peers and setting you up for future success.
You can study a maximum of two units (one per semester) in either the summer before commencing Year 12 (STEM Intensive), Semester 1 of Year 12, or Semester 2 of Year 11.
Semester 2, 2025 (Year 11)
Applications open
31 March 2025
Applications close
31 May 2025
STEM Intensive 2026 (summer before commencing Year 12) and Semester 1, 2026 (Year 12)
Applications open
1 August 2025
Applications close
31 October 2025
Delivery
On campus:
Kelvin Grove
Gardens Point
Online (Semester 1 and 2 only, not available for STEM Intensive)
If you successfully complete your units and Year 12, you'll receive:
advanced standing (credit) for these units towards a related bachelor degree at QUT
an adjustment of up to 2.00 selection rank adjustments, 1.00 selection rank adjustment for each START QUT unit successfully completed, added to your ATAR through our Year 12 subject scheme (ATAR or International Baccalaureate Diploma students only)
up to four credit points towards your Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE), if applicable
if you complete two START QUT units (0.25 year full-time study) this can be converted into a separate selection rank if you choose to apply to QUT in the future. See selection ranks for completed START QUT study.
You can study a maximum of two units (one per semester) in either the summer before commencing Year 12 (STEM Intensive), Semester 1 of Year 12, or Semester 2 of Year 11.
How much will it cost?
We will cover the cost of your tuition fees. You'll be responsible for any other incidental costs, including:
textbooks
printing
devices
internet
transport.
Things to consider before applying
Do you have support from your parents or guardians?
You need the support of your parents or guardians to be able to submit your application, so you need to discuss with them whether the program is suitable for you.
You should talk about:
the extra workload involved in the program
travel time to and from your chosen campus (if applicable)
additional costs (such as textbooks and transport)
how you plan to handle all of your commitments.
Do you have support from your school?
A staff member from your school must approve your participation before you can submit your application form. They'll assess whether you're able to handle the workload involved in the program. Your school will also need to have approval from your parents or guardians before they can endorse your application.
Can you realistically manage your involvement with the START QUT program?
Once you've found a unit you're interested in, make sure you also think about:
which campus the classes are held at and how you plan on getting there and back
how many hours you'll need to dedicate to your START QUT studies. Most units have 3 hours of classes (contact hours) and 7 hours of self-directed study each week; some science, dance and engineering units have 4 or more contact hours each week. The STEM Intensive program is a two week block of study from 9am to 5pm each day.
the types of assessment you'll have to do, and how that might affect your workload
whether or not you can fit START QUT into your life.
Once you've decided what unit you'd like to study, you can check its timetable to see if it suits your school and personal schedule.
You'll be able to decline your place in the program if the timetable for the unit you choose doesn't fit in with your personal schedule.
Expectations
As a START QUT student you will be expected to:
attend your orientation session before your semester starts
regularly check your QUT student email for correspondence from QUT staff
engage with the START QUT Canvas page throughout the semester
adhere to the rules and policies of QUT, as outlined in the QUT Student Code of Conduct
attend your classes (you may be marked on attendance and participation)
contribute to group-work assignments and presentations and complete all your assessment on time (including attending exams)
complete your high school studies to the best of your ability, with high school remaining your priority over university work
stay in touch with your school contact and seek advice about workload, assessment or support, if you need it.
We'll support you
Our staff are available to answer any questions you have about the program, areas of study and course content. We can guide you through the application process, and make sure you're looked after once you're enrolled at QUT.
We'll keep in touch to make sure you're aware of all important dates and requirements while you're studying here. And we'll maintain regular contact with your school to make sure you're being looked after.
You can enrol in one unit per semester, in addition to your school studies. You don't need to list your chosen unit on your application form. Instead, you'll choose your unit once you've been offered a place in the program.
You can study a maximum of two units (one per semester) in either the summer before commencing Year 12 (STEM Intensive), Semester 1 of Year 12, or Semester 2 of Year 11.
You can choose a unit from a different study area in each semester [for example, a science unit in Semester 2 (Year 11), and a business unit in Semester 1 (Year 12)]. This might be a good option if you are looking to study a double degree.
If you're hoping to receive advanced standing (credit) toward a degree for the units you complete, it's best to select those related to your chosen future study area. Your START QUT studies, including the grades you achieve, will be included as part of your official QUT record.
Internal study mode means you'll attend some on-campus classes but lectures will be recorded and you will have online learning activities as well.
Online study mode means that classes are not delivered on campus, but you may need to attend a campus for orientation, assessment or other purposes.
Please note: to promote diversity in STEM, certain units in the intensive block have particular gender or attribute requirements as an affirmative action to enhance participation in those fields.
This unit provides an exploration of the materials of the built environment, with a focus on sustainability and technological advances. It will cover a number of thematic considerations for materials, including: physical and psychological properties, extraction and creation processes, positive and negative environmental impacts, and applications for creating sustainable works of architecture, interiors, and landscapes. The unit will consider historical and cultural uses, including historic and contemporary uses by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Through observation, analysis, and reflection, you will gain an understanding of key materials and how they can be used to heighten the human experience of spatial environments, and have a positive environmental impact.
As a professional engineer you will be competent to practise as outlined in the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer. One of the main activities that professional engineers undertake is design, which involves using knowledge and skill bases to apply engineering methods to create systems that meet stakeholders' needs, while maintaining professional and personal attributes. This unit introduces engineering design and begins your development as a trusted and ethical professional. To develop your capability in design, you will learn about introductory analysis, building and testing of engineering systems, and develop your engineering ethics, professional skills in communication, engineering teamwork, research, cultural awareness and sustainable development practices. Future units, particularly those focused on design will build from this introduction.
This introductory unit is focused on the design of computer systems, in particular how modern computer systems work, how they are structured, and how they operate. Computer systems are ubiquitous and yet they are unlike any other product or system; they appear magical and can also be notoriously difficult to work with and manage. This unit’s goal is to demystify computer systems so that you can understand and design them yourself. You will study computers, networks, operating systems and the Web. Raspberry Pi computers (https://www.raspberrypi.org/) will be used throughout the unit and you will design and build your own small computer system using a Raspberry Pi.
In this unit, you will explore one of the major disciplines of science, Chemistry, the science of molecules. Chemistry underpins all aspects of the natural and physical world and appears in all science disciplines, including physics, biology, earth and environmental science. This unit is designed to develop your understanding of the basic principles of chemistry while exploring chemistry in the context of different grand scientific challenges. Through the practical aspects of this unit, you will develop professional skills in chemical manipulation, safe and sustainable laboratory practices, data recording and analysis. Importantly you will explore the contributions and integral role of First Nations peoples in the advancement of Australian science and how developing this partnership is critical for scientists in the 21st Century.
This unit provides an exploration of the materials of the built environment, with a focus on sustainability and technological advances. It will cover a number of thematic considerations for materials, including: physical and psychological properties, extraction and creation processes, positive and negative environmental impacts, and applications for creating sustainable works of architecture, interiors, and landscapes. The unit will consider historical and cultural uses, including historic and contemporary uses by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Through observation, analysis, and reflection, you will gain an understanding of key materials and how they can be used to heighten the human experience of spatial environments, and have a positive environmental impact.
This is a foundation unit that will introduce you to various demographic, socioeconomic and physical aspects of cities and to qualitative, quantitative and spatial methods of urban analysis that you will apply in a real-world context. This unit will also help you to develop your communication and collaboration skills using appropriate techniques.
In this introductory business unit, you will examine the features that define and shape the national, international and global environments in which businesses operate. You will gain an understanding of the roles of key economic, political and legal institutions and regulatory frameworks and how they impact businesses, and apply critical thinking skills and evidence-based approaches to solve real-world business problems. This unit also introduces you to professional skills in analysing and presenting data to inform business decisions. Along with the rest of the introductory business core, this unit forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines, introducing you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
In this introductory business core unit, you will explore how value is created for organisations and customers through the process of exchange in dynamic market environments. You will learn about how businesses interact with consumers and other stakeholders, gain an understanding of the forces that drive behaviour in different market settings, and explore strategies organisations use to enter and operate within dynamic markets to co-create value with customers and stakeholders. This unit is relevant to students of all business disciplines, introducing you to evidence-based skills needed to analyse and critically appraise the trade-offs required to create value and succeed in complex business settings. Along with the rest of the introductory business core, this unit forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines, introducing you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
In this introductory core unit, you will learn financial literacy and decision making at both personal and business levels, integrating technical skills with their social and ethical impacts throughout. You will acquire a foundational understanding of financial concepts and principles and their application across these contexts. From a personal perspective you will learn strategies for effectively managing your personal finances to achieve future focused financial goals and how to recognize common financial risks. From a business perspective, you will learn how to analyse and assess company performance using financial statements and sustainability reports. This unit, along with the rest of the introductory business core, forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines and introduces you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
Real world social and environmental issues are increasingly addressed through business means in an emerging form of hybrid organisation – the social enterprise. Traditionally, the government and charity sectors sought to meet community needs, however resource constraints and increasing demand make this increasingly difficult. Social enterprises provide innovative and sustainable solutions to resourcing and fulfilling charitable purposes via business means. This business core option unit introduces you to social enterprises in a global perspective, and helps you to develop Human-Centred Design skills as you build a social enterprise business plan.
This introductory unit is designed to equip business students with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate rapidly evolving business landscapes in the ‘Economy of Algorithms’ and thrive in the future of work. Drawing on real-world cases, students will explore the dynamics of digital transformation and disruption, preparing students to lead their organisations through technological shifts, fostering innovation and resilience. Students will evaluate and build their digital capabilities, preparing them as future business leaders equipped to make responsible decisions in the digital realm that are integral to long-term business success and societal well-being. Students will emerge as strategic thinkers capable of leveraging their own digital capabilities and digital tools to drive business success. This unit is relevant to students of all business disciplines, preparing you for the future of work and introducing you to business capabilities to ignite your career.
This unit introduces the core concepts, analytical frameworks, and professional practices necessary to understand how the media industries operate as complex economic and cultural phenomena. This includes a comprehensive overview of media industry structures and functions, production and distribution processes, regulatory and technological conditions, ecological implications, and labour practices. You will also explore the political, economic, and cultural foundations of the media industries in national, regional, and global contexts. You will engage with media industry professionals as guests where appropriate to establish a capacity for the subsequent study of and employability in the media industries.
As a professional engineer you will be competent to practise as outlined in the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer. One of the main activities that professional engineers undertake is design, which involves using knowledge and skill bases to apply engineering methods to create systems that meet stakeholders' needs, while maintaining professional and personal attributes. This unit introduces engineering design and begins your development as a trusted and ethical professional. To develop your capability in design, you will learn about introductory analysis, building and testing of engineering systems, and develop your engineering ethics, professional skills in communication, engineering teamwork, research, cultural awareness and sustainable development practices. Future units, particularly those focused on design will build from this introduction.
Professional engineers have a "comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline" (Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer). This engineering foundation unit introduces concepts of physics and the strength of materials in an engineering context. You will develop the ability to recognise and apply methods to solve fundamental problems involving forces, motion and energy and to solve more complex problems involving pressures, mechanical stresses, strain and the deformation of solids as an introduction to predicting the behaviour of engineering systems. You will undertake laboratory work in groups to plan and conduct experiments to predict and analyse the behaviour of physical systems. You will build from this foundation in later units within your engineering major.
Effective communication is widely considered to be a key component of health care practice in the real world. In this multidisciplinary and highly practical unit, you will work with other learners from different health disciplines to have the opportunity to develop the core communication skills identified by the industry as essential for ethical, culturally safe and intentional practice. A major focus of PYB007 will be the development of interpersonal communication skills which you will practice in a safe and supportive environment. In addition to face-to-face practice, you will develop and practice skills specifically for online communication in recognition of the changing face of healthcare. These skills will support you to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues, facilitate important conversations and meetings, resolve conflict and provide feedback, all in a culturally safe manner.
Human cell and molecular biology is a rapidly evolving field in biomedical research and this unit will introduce you to the basic principles underpinning cell biology, molecular biology and genetics. There will be an emphasis on the development of skills that are required by all biomedical scientists. A basic understanding of cell and molecular biology is required for further study in many areas, including the study of biochemistry, microbiology, anatomical sciences and physiology and this unit with provide you with a strong foundation for further study in cell biology, molecular biology and genetics.
Psychology is a broad-ranging and multifaceted discipline which encompasses the scientific study of human behaviour, and the systematic application of knowledge gained from psychological research to a broad range of applied issues. The goal of this foundational unit is to introduce you to major subfields and perspectives in psychology, to develop your understanding of the research methods used in psychological research and to develop your critical thinking skills. This unit provides a strong basis for future learning in the discipline. Topics covered in PYB100 will include child and adult development, social psychology, and an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems. We will consider Indigenous and diverse cultural perspectives, ethical issues in psychological research, and how psychological perspectives can help us understand and address real world issues. This unit will help you develop your database searching and written communication skills.
This unit introduces public health’s core values - equity, social justice, sustainable development, health of community, and the individual, respect for diversity and self-determination, empowerment and community participation and illustrates how these values are enacted in contemporary public health practice. It also develops foundational understanding of the core competencies of public health practice. These include the ability to apply knowledge of public health sciences, including the social sciences, understand how to create inclusive programs and policies for diverse populations, assess and analyse complex social and health information, and develop partnerships and collaborations through which to advocate for reducing health inequities. By participating in this unit you will gain insight into multidisciplinary approaches to addressing the health needs of communities and broader populations.
This unit provides a hands-on introduction to computer programming for students with no prior coding experience at all. It introduces the basic principles of programming in a typical imperative language, including expressions, assignment, functions, choice and iteration. It then shows how to use Application Programming Interfaces to complete common Information Technology tasks such as querying databases, creating user interfaces, and searching for patterns in large datasets. The emphasis is on developing skills through practice, so the unit includes numerous coding exercises and assignments, using a simple scripting language and code development environment. The unit establishes a foundation for later subjects that teach large-scale software development using industrial-strength programming languages.
This is an introductory computer science unit concerning computer systems, in particular how modern computer systems work, how they are structured, and how they operate. Computer systems are ubiquitous and yet they are unlike any other man-made product or system; they appear magical and are notoriously difficult to work with and manage in projects. This unit’s goal is to demystify computer systems so students can appreciate, understand and utilise computer systems in their subsequent learning, and effectively participate in the IT industry. Students will study computers, networks, operating systems and the Web. Raspberry Pi computers will be used throughout the unit and at the end students will build their own small computer system using a Raspberry Pi.
Unit content warning: Justice units deal with criminology and may cover material relating to offences such as murder, drugs, rape and abuse. Guidance Officers are asked to make their students aware of this content and to only recommend these units to those who have the maturity to deal with such subject-matter.
An understanding and appreciation of the complexities of social justice, and particularly their impact on criminal justice outcomes in our society, is a key skill for competent justice professionals. This unit provides the foundational sociological and criminological knowledge that is necessary to understanding justice in a social context, and which is essential for ensuring justice professionals act in socially just and ethical ways.
Introduction to Law provides a necessary foundation for legal studies by introducing you to core legal knowledge and the skills of legal reasoning, problem solving, legal writing and research.
Calculus and differential equations are used ubiquitously throughout mathematics, statistics and operations research. In this unit, you will build upon the foundations of calculus established in high school or in earlier university mathematics study, to greatly enhance your repertoire of theory and practice in these areas. The application of calculus and differential equations in the description and modelling of real-world problems will also be considered. This unit will extend your problem-solving skills, range of knowledge and use of techniques in differential and integral calculus. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB202 Advanced Calculus.
Professional engineers have a "conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline" (Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer). This unit will serve as the transition from high school mathematics to university, particularly if you have not studied Queensland Specialist Mathematics (formerly called Senior Mathematics C) or equivalent. You will learn about elementary functions, their derivatives and integrals, the algebra of complex numbers, and vectors and matrices. Mathematical techniques and problem solving skills are employed in a range of mathematical exercises and contextualised problems, illustrating how these concepts and techniques are used in engineering systems. In future units you will continue to apply the mathematical knowledge and skills you have learned in this unit to increasingly complex problems.
This is a foundational unit in linear algebra which introduces core algebraic concepts, as well as theoretical and practical tools, that will be of central importance to solving real-world problems in science and engineering by mathematical methods. Linear algebra is fundamental to most branches of mathematics, finding widespread applications in mathematical modelling, statistics, finance, economics, information technology, operations research, and computational mathematics. This unit aims to cultivate a deep understanding of the basic mathematical structures of linear algebra, including vector spaces and linear combinations, matrix transformations, invariant subspaces and eigenvalue problems. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB201 Advanced Linear Algebra.
This foundation chemistry unit covers the core concepts and laboratory practices that we use to define the nature of atoms and the different forms of matter, to quantify chemical reactions & chemical reaction processes through the application of thermochemistry, kinetics and chemical equilibria. The understanding of these chemical concepts is essential to knowing why matter in our universe exists in specific forms and how it transforms. This knowledge is the foundation upon which the other scientific disciplines and applied disciplines are based. The knowledge and skills developed in this introductory unit are relevant to both chemistry major students and non-majors alike.
Grand Challenges in Science explores world events, problems or phenomena from a scientific perspective, discovering the many ways in which science is used and misused by practicing scientists and the public. You will understand the problems and challenges of modern scientific inquiry using a range of multidisciplinary perspectives and explore solutions focussed approaches.
This unit introduces key concepts and skills required when working in education and understanding teachers' work. This unit will provide explicit academic and professional experience preparation underpinned by the Australian Professional Standards designed to support you through your degree and transition to the profession. The specific skills of observation, reflection and collegial conversations with peers and key personnel from the field will be considered and applied to educational contexts.
This introductory unit contributes to foundational knowledge for your pre-service teaching degree. This first-year unit facilitates understanding of developmental theory and how it applies to child and adolescent learners. The unit raises awareness of the physical, cognitive, social and emotional factors that influence development. The unit explores the links between developmental theory and the processes of learning, as well as learning experiences that facilitate positive learning outcomes for diverse learners. The unit contributes to your own professional development as a lifelong, autonomous learner, capable of reflection and high-level thinking, and of enabling you, as an educator, to promote similar development in your learners.
In this introductory business unit, you will examine the features that define and shape the national, international and global environments in which businesses operate. You will gain an understanding of the roles of key economic, political and legal institutions and regulatory frameworks and how they impact businesses, and apply critical thinking skills and evidence-based approaches to solve real-world business problems. This unit also introduces you to professional skills in analysing and presenting data to inform business decisions. Along with the rest of the introductory business core, this unit forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines, introducing you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
In this introductory business core unit, you will explore how value is created for organisations and customers through the process of exchange in dynamic market environments. You will learn about how businesses interact with consumers and other stakeholders, gain an understanding of the forces that drive behaviour in different market settings, and explore strategies organisations use to enter and operate within dynamic markets to co-create value with customers and stakeholders. This unit is relevant to students of all business disciplines, introducing you to evidence-based skills needed to analyse and critically appraise the trade-offs required to create value and succeed in complex business settings. Along with the rest of the introductory business core, this unit forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines, introducing you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
In this introductory core unit, you will learn financial literacy and decision making at both personal and business levels, integrating technical skills with their social and ethical impacts throughout. You will acquire a foundational understanding of financial concepts and principles and their application across these contexts. From a personal perspective you will learn strategies for effectively managing your personal finances to achieve future focused financial goals and how to recognize common financial risks. From a business perspective, you will learn how to analyse and assess company performance using financial statements and sustainability reports. This unit, along with the rest of the introductory business core, forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines and introduces you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
Real world social and environmental issues are increasingly addressed through business means in an emerging form of hybrid organisation – the social enterprise. Traditionally, the government and charity sectors sought to meet community needs, however resource constraints and increasing demand make this increasingly difficult. Social enterprises provide innovative and sustainable solutions to resourcing and fulfilling charitable purposes via business means. This business core option unit introduces you to social enterprises in a global perspective, and helps you to develop Human-Centred Design skills as you build a social enterprise business plan.
This introductory unit is designed to equip business students with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate rapidly evolving business landscapes in the ‘Economy of Algorithms’ and thrive in the future of work. Drawing on real-world cases, students will explore the dynamics of digital transformation and disruption, preparing students to lead their organisations through technological shifts, fostering innovation and resilience. Students will evaluate and build their digital capabilities, preparing them as future business leaders equipped to make responsible decisions in the digital realm that are integral to long-term business success and societal well-being. Students will emerge as strategic thinkers capable of leveraging their own digital capabilities and digital tools to drive business success. This unit is relevant to students of all business disciplines, preparing you for the future of work and introducing you to business capabilities to ignite your career.
This unit introduces the core concepts, analytical frameworks, and professional practices necessary to understand how the media industries operate as complex economic and cultural phenomena. This includes a comprehensive overview of media industry structures and functions, production and distribution processes, regulatory and technological conditions, ecological implications, and labour practices. You will also explore the political, economic, and cultural foundations of the media industries in national, regional, and global contexts. You will engage with media industry professionals as guests where appropriate to establish a capacity for the subsequent study of and employability in the media industries.
This unit introduces public health’s core values - equity, social justice, sustainable development, health of community, and the individual, respect for diversity and self-determination, empowerment and community participation and illustrates how these values are enacted in contemporary public health practice. It also develops foundational understanding of the core competencies of public health practice. These include the ability to apply knowledge of public health sciences, including the social sciences, understand how to create inclusive programs and policies for diverse populations, assess and analyse complex social and health information, and develop partnerships and collaborations through which to advocate for reducing health inequities. By participating in this unit you will gain insight into multidisciplinary approaches to addressing the health needs of communities and broader populations.
This unit provides a hands-on introduction to computer programming for students with no prior coding experience at all. It introduces the basic principles of programming in a typical imperative language, including expressions, assignment, functions, choice and iteration. It then shows how to use Application Programming Interfaces to complete common Information Technology tasks such as querying databases, creating user interfaces, and searching for patterns in large datasets. The emphasis is on developing skills through practice, so the unit includes numerous coding exercises and assignments, using a simple scripting language and code development environment. The unit establishes a foundation for later subjects that teach large-scale software development using industrial-strength programming languages.
This is an introductory computer science unit concerning computer systems, in particular how modern computer systems work, how they are structured, and how they operate. Computer systems are ubiquitous and yet they are unlike any other man-made product or system; they appear magical and are notoriously difficult to work with and manage in projects. This unit’s goal is to demystify computer systems so students can appreciate, understand and utilise computer systems in their subsequent learning, and effectively participate in the IT industry. Students will study computers, networks, operating systems and the Web. Raspberry Pi computers will be used throughout the unit and at the end students will build their own small computer system using a Raspberry Pi.
Unit content warning: Justice units deal with criminology and may cover material relating to offences such as murder, drugs, rape and abuse. Guidance Officers are asked to make their students aware of this content and to only recommend these units to those who have the maturity to deal with such subject-matter.
An understanding and appreciation of the complexities of social justice, and particularly their impact on criminal justice outcomes in our society, is a key skill for competent justice professionals. This unit provides the foundational sociological and criminological knowledge that is necessary to understanding justice in a social context, and which is essential for ensuring justice professionals act in socially just and ethical ways.
Introduction to Law provides a necessary foundation for legal studies by introducing you to core legal knowledge and the skills of legal reasoning, problem solving, legal writing and research.
Calculus and differential equations are used ubiquitously throughout mathematics, statistics and operations research. In this unit, you will build upon the foundations of calculus established in high school or in earlier university mathematics study, to greatly enhance your repertoire of theory and practice in these areas. The application of calculus and differential equations in the description and modelling of real-world problems will also be considered. This unit will extend your problem-solving skills, range of knowledge and use of techniques in differential and integral calculus. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB202 Advanced Calculus.
This is a foundational unit in linear algebra which introduces core algebraic concepts, as well as theoretical and practical tools, that will be of central importance to solving real-world problems in science and engineering by mathematical methods. Linear algebra is fundamental to most branches of mathematics, finding widespread applications in mathematical modelling, statistics, finance, economics, information technology, operations research, and computational mathematics. This unit aims to cultivate a deep understanding of the basic mathematical structures of linear algebra, including vector spaces and linear combinations, matrix transformations, invariant subspaces and eigenvalue problems. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB201 Advanced Linear Algebra.
This unit introduces key concepts and skills required when working in education and understanding teachers' work. This unit will provide explicit academic and professional experience preparation underpinned by the Australian Professional Standards designed to support you through your degree and transition to the profession. The specific skills of observation, reflection and collegial conversations with peers and key personnel from the field will be considered and applied to educational contexts.
This introductory unit contributes to foundational knowledge for your pre-service teaching degree. This first-year unit facilitates understanding of developmental theory and how it applies to child and adolescent learners. The unit raises awareness of the physical, cognitive, social and emotional factors that influence development. The unit explores the links between developmental theory and the processes of learning, as well as learning experiences that facilitate positive learning outcomes for diverse learners. The unit contributes to your own professional development as a lifelong, autonomous learner, capable of reflection and high-level thinking, and of enabling you, as an educator, to promote similar development in your learners.
In this foundation unit you will be introduced to the history of the built environment through the study of global architectures across a wide range of cultures throughout past millennia. The unit will introduce you to the importance of the specific contributions made by architecture, interior design , landscape architecture and urban and regional planning to the global understanding of spatial histories. Through engaging with lectures that introduce you to key concepts, and tutorials that will develop your skills in writing and critical thinking, you will become familiar with the critical moments and paradigm shifts of the built environment through global perspectives and spatial justice theories. This unit provides the foundation from which you will continue to develop an understanding of yourself as a participant in the continuum of the rich cultural tradition of designing and making places for human inhabitation.
In this introductory business unit, you will examine the features that define and shape the national, international and global environments in which businesses operate. You will gain an understanding of the roles of key economic, political and legal institutions and regulatory frameworks and how they impact businesses, and apply critical thinking skills and evidence-based approaches to solve real-world business problems. This unit also introduces you to professional skills in analysing and presenting data to inform business decisions. Along with the rest of the introductory business core, this unit forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines, introducing you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
In this introductory business core unit, you will explore how value is created for organisations and customers through the process of exchange in dynamic market environments. You will learn about how businesses interact with consumers and other stakeholders, gain an understanding of the forces that drive behaviour in different market settings, and explore strategies organisations use to enter and operate within dynamic markets to co-create value with customers and stakeholders. This unit is relevant to students of all business disciplines, introducing you to evidence-based skills needed to analyse and critically appraise the trade-offs required to create value and succeed in complex business settings. Along with the rest of the introductory business core, this unit forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines, introducing you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
In this introductory core unit, you will learn financial literacy and decision making at both personal and business levels, integrating technical skills with their social and ethical impacts throughout. You will acquire a foundational understanding of financial concepts and principles and their application across these contexts. From a personal perspective you will learn strategies for effectively managing your personal finances to achieve future focused financial goals and how to recognize common financial risks. From a business perspective, you will learn how to analyse and assess company performance using financial statements and sustainability reports. This unit, along with the rest of the introductory business core, forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines and introduces you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
Real world social and environmental issues are increasingly addressed through business means in an emerging form of hybrid organisation – the social enterprise. Traditionally, the government and charity sectors sought to meet community needs, however resource constraints and increasing demand make this increasingly difficult. Social enterprises provide innovative and sustainable solutions to resourcing and fulfilling charitable purposes via business means. This business core option unit introduces you to social enterprises in a global perspective, and helps you to develop Human-Centred Design skills as you build a social enterprise business plan.
This introductory unit is designed to equip business students with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate rapidly evolving business landscapes in the ‘Economy of Algorithms’ and thrive in the future of work. Drawing on real-world cases, students will explore the dynamics of digital transformation and disruption, preparing students to lead their organisations through technological shifts, fostering innovation and resilience. Students will evaluate and build their digital capabilities, preparing them as future business leaders equipped to make responsible decisions in the digital realm that are integral to long-term business success and societal well-being. Students will emerge as strategic thinkers capable of leveraging their own digital capabilities and digital tools to drive business success. This unit is relevant to students of all business disciplines, preparing you for the future of work and introducing you to business capabilities to ignite your career.
This unit explores the centrality of the internet as a communication tool in both the workplace and everyday life. It explores how internet technologies and digital communication platforms refashion communication practices and social organisation, including the centrality of debates around online behavior and codes of conduct. The unit also introduces students to basic data literacy and digital analytic skills.
The design industry is rapidly evolving with the introduction of new technologies. This unit introduces you to existing and emerging technology and how it applies to the design process and design outputs. Designers need to be familiar with technology to aid them in the design process as well as being able to create new products, services or experiences that take advantage of existing and emerging technologies.
As a professional engineer you will be competent to practise as outlined in the Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer. One of the main activities that professional engineers undertake is design, which involves using knowledge and skill bases to apply engineering methods to create systems that meet stakeholders' needs, while maintaining professional and personal attributes. This unit introduces engineering design and begins your development as a trusted and ethical professional. To develop your capability in design, you will learn about introductory analysis, building and testing of engineering systems, and develop your engineering ethics, professional skills in communication, engineering teamwork, research, cultural awareness and sustainable development practices. Future units, particularly those focused on design will build from this introduction.
Professional engineers have a "comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline" (Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer). This engineering foundation unit introduces concepts of physics and the strength of materials in an engineering context. You will develop the ability to recognise and apply methods to solve fundamental problems involving forces, motion and energy and to solve more complex problems involving pressures, mechanical stresses, strain and the deformation of solids as an introduction to predicting the behaviour of engineering systems. You will undertake laboratory work in groups to plan and conduct experiments to predict and analyse the behaviour of physical systems. You will build from this foundation in later units within your engineering major.
Social work and human service professionals practice from a social justice perspective to engage with people who experience disadvantage. This unit focuses on understanding the structural dimensions of Australian society influenced by the global neoliberal context that produces, reproduces and entrenches inequality, poverty and precarity through uneven resource distribution and major social problems. Critical theory with a sociological lens is used to examine the contested space of policy (e.g. health, education, and income support), diverse institutions and systems (such as parliament, social services, media) that underpin the political economy of Australia and the welfare state. The unit is located in the first year as it provides the foundation for developing a critical orientation to practice and aspiring to create a more democratic, egalitarian society by introducing students to the fundamentals of Australian society, social policy and social service provision.
Effective communication is widely considered to be a key component of health care practice in the real world. In this multidisciplinary and highly practical unit, you will work with other learners from different health disciplines to have the opportunity to develop the core communication skills identified by the industry as essential for ethical, culturally safe and intentional practice. A major focus of PYB007 will be the development of interpersonal communication skills which you will practice in a safe and supportive environment. In addition to face-to-face practice, you will develop and practice skills specifically for online communication in recognition of the changing face of healthcare. These skills will support you to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues, facilitate important conversations and meetings, resolve conflict and provide feedback, all in a culturally safe manner.
Psychology is a broad-ranging and multifaceted discipline which encompasses the scientific study of human behaviour, and the systematic application of knowledge gained from psychological research to a broad range of applied issues. The goal of this foundational unit is to introduce you to major subfields and perspectives in psychology, to develop your understanding of the research methods used in psychological research and to develop your critical thinking skills. This unit provides a strong basis for future learning in the discipline. Topics covered in PYB100 will include child and adult development, social psychology, and an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems. We will consider Indigenous and diverse cultural perspectives, ethical issues in psychological research, and how psychological perspectives can help us understand and address real world issues. This unit will help you develop your database searching and written communication skills.
This unit provides a hands-on introduction to computer programming for students with no prior coding experience at all. It introduces the basic principles of programming in a typical imperative language, including expressions, assignment, functions, choice and iteration. It then shows how to use Application Programming Interfaces to complete common Information Technology tasks such as querying databases, creating user interfaces, and searching for patterns in large datasets. The emphasis is on developing skills through practice, so the unit includes numerous coding exercises and assignments, using a simple scripting language and code development environment. The unit establishes a foundation for later subjects that teach large-scale software development using industrial-strength programming languages.
This is an introductory computer science unit concerning computer systems, in particular how modern computer systems work, how they are structured, and how they operate. Computer systems are ubiquitous and yet they are unlike any other man-made product or system; they appear magical and are notoriously difficult to work with and manage in projects. This unit’s goal is to demystify computer systems so students can appreciate, understand and utilise computer systems in their subsequent learning, and effectively participate in the IT industry. Students will study computers, networks, operating systems and the Web. Raspberry Pi computers will be used throughout the unit and at the end students will build their own small computer system using a Raspberry Pi.
Introduction to Law provides a necessary foundation for legal studies by introducing you to core legal knowledge and the skills of legal reasoning, problem solving, legal writing and research.
Calculus and differential equations are used ubiquitously throughout mathematics, statistics and operations research. In this unit, you will build upon the foundations of calculus established in high school or in earlier university mathematics study, to greatly enhance your repertoire of theory and practice in these areas. The application of calculus and differential equations in the description and modelling of real-world problems will also be considered. This unit will extend your problem-solving skills, range of knowledge and use of techniques in differential and integral calculus. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB202 Advanced Calculus.
This is a foundational unit in linear algebra which introduces core algebraic concepts, as well as theoretical and practical tools, that will be of central importance to solving real-world problems in science and engineering by mathematical methods. Linear algebra is fundamental to most branches of mathematics, finding widespread applications in mathematical modelling, statistics, finance, economics, information technology, operations research, and computational mathematics. This unit aims to cultivate a deep understanding of the basic mathematical structures of linear algebra, including vector spaces and linear combinations, matrix transformations, invariant subspaces and eigenvalue problems. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB201 Advanced Linear Algebra.
Professional engineers have a "conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline" (Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competency Standard for Professional Engineer). This unit will serve as the transition from high school mathematics to university, particularly if you have not studied Queensland Specialist Mathematics (formerly called Senior Mathematics C) or equivalent. You will learn about elementary functions, their derivatives and integrals, the algebra of complex numbers, and vectors and matrices. Mathematical techniques and problem solving skills are employed in a range of mathematical exercises and contextualised problems, illustrating how these concepts and techniques are used in engineering systems. In future units you will continue to apply the mathematical knowledge and skills you have learned in this unit to increasingly complex problems.
Biology is the study of living things. Cells are considered the basic structural unit of life, existing in diverse forms from simple single-celled microbes to complex multicellular organisms such as plants and animals. Using collaborative approaches in workshops and the laboratory you will investigate the diverse nature of cells and consider how they are built and powered and how they interact and reproduce and form whole organisms. You will use the concepts developed in this unit to discuss more complex questions such as “are viruses alive” and “can we synthesise life”. This unit has a strong focus on development of practical skills and engagement in these activities is required to be able to undertake assessment that supports these learning outcomes.
This foundation chemistry unit covers the core concepts and laboratory practices that we use to define the nature of atoms and the different forms of matter, to quantify chemical reactions & chemical reaction processes through the application of thermochemistry, kinetics and chemical equilibria. The understanding of these chemical concepts is essential to knowing why matter in our universe exists in specific forms and how it transforms. This knowledge is the foundation upon which the other scientific disciplines and applied disciplines are based. The knowledge and skills developed in this introductory unit are relevant to both chemistry major students and non-majors alike.
This unit introduces key concepts and skills required when working in education and understanding teachers' work. This unit will provide explicit academic and professional experience preparation underpinned by the Australian Professional Standards designed to support you through your degree and transition to the profession. The specific skills of observation, reflection and collegial conversations with peers and key personnel from the field will be considered and applied to educational contexts.
In this introductory business unit, you will examine the features that define and shape the national, international and global environments in which businesses operate. You will gain an understanding of the roles of key economic, political and legal institutions and regulatory frameworks and how they impact businesses, and apply critical thinking skills and evidence-based approaches to solve real-world business problems. This unit also introduces you to professional skills in analysing and presenting data to inform business decisions. Along with the rest of the introductory business core, this unit forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines, introducing you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
In this introductory business core unit, you will explore how value is created for organisations and customers through the process of exchange in dynamic market environments. You will learn about how businesses interact with consumers and other stakeholders, gain an understanding of the forces that drive behaviour in different market settings, and explore strategies organisations use to enter and operate within dynamic markets to co-create value with customers and stakeholders. This unit is relevant to students of all business disciplines, introducing you to evidence-based skills needed to analyse and critically appraise the trade-offs required to create value and succeed in complex business settings. Along with the rest of the introductory business core, this unit forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines, introducing you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
In this introductory core unit, you will learn financial literacy and decision making at both personal and business levels, integrating technical skills with their social and ethical impacts throughout. You will acquire a foundational understanding of financial concepts and principles and their application across these contexts. From a personal perspective you will learn strategies for effectively managing your personal finances to achieve future focused financial goals and how to recognize common financial risks. From a business perspective, you will learn how to analyse and assess company performance using financial statements and sustainability reports. This unit, along with the rest of the introductory business core, forms the foundation for further study across the breadth of business disciplines and introduces you to business capabilities to prepare you for the future world of work and ignite your career.
Real world social and environmental issues are increasingly addressed through business means in an emerging form of hybrid organisation – the social enterprise. Traditionally, the government and charity sectors sought to meet community needs, however resource constraints and increasing demand make this increasingly difficult. Social enterprises provide innovative and sustainable solutions to resourcing and fulfilling charitable purposes via business means. This business core option unit introduces you to social enterprises in a global perspective, and helps you to develop Human-Centred Design skills as you build a social enterprise business plan.
This introductory unit is designed to equip business students with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate rapidly evolving business landscapes in the ‘Economy of Algorithms’ and thrive in the future of work. Drawing on real-world cases, students will explore the dynamics of digital transformation and disruption, preparing students to lead their organisations through technological shifts, fostering innovation and resilience. Students will evaluate and build their digital capabilities, preparing them as future business leaders equipped to make responsible decisions in the digital realm that are integral to long-term business success and societal well-being. Students will emerge as strategic thinkers capable of leveraging their own digital capabilities and digital tools to drive business success. This unit is relevant to students of all business disciplines, preparing you for the future of work and introducing you to business capabilities to ignite your career.
This unit explores the centrality of the internet as a communication tool in both the workplace and everyday life. It explores how internet technologies and digital communication platforms refashion communication practices and social organisation, including the centrality of debates around online behavior and codes of conduct. The unit also introduces students to basic data literacy and digital analytic skills.
The design industry is rapidly evolving with the introduction of new technologies. This unit introduces you to existing and emerging technology and how it applies to the design process and design outputs. Designers need to be familiar with technology to aid them in the design process as well as being able to create new products, services or experiences that take advantage of existing and emerging technologies.
This is an introductory computer science unit concerning computer systems, in particular how modern computer systems work, how they are structured, and how they operate. Computer systems are ubiquitous and yet they are unlike any other man-made product or system; they appear magical and are notoriously difficult to work with and manage in projects. This unit’s goal is to demystify computer systems so students can appreciate, understand and utilise computer systems in their subsequent learning, and effectively participate in the IT industry. Students will study computers, networks, operating systems and the Web. Raspberry Pi computers will be used throughout the unit and at the end students will build their own small computer system using a Raspberry Pi.
This unit provides a hands-on introduction to computer programming for students with no prior coding experience at all. It introduces the basic principles of programming in a typical imperative language, including expressions, assignment, functions, choice and iteration. It then shows how to use Application Programming Interfaces to complete common Information Technology tasks such as querying databases, creating user interfaces, and searching for patterns in large datasets. The emphasis is on developing skills through practice, so the unit includes numerous coding exercises and assignments, using a simple scripting language and code development environment. The unit establishes a foundation for later subjects that teach large-scale software development using industrial-strength programming languages.
Introduction to Law provides a necessary foundation for legal studies by introducing you to core legal knowledge and the skills of legal reasoning, problem solving, legal writing and research.
This is a foundational unit in linear algebra which introduces core algebraic concepts, as well as theoretical and practical tools, that will be of central importance to solving real-world problems in science and engineering by mathematical methods. Linear algebra is fundamental to most branches of mathematics, finding widespread applications in mathematical modelling, statistics, finance, economics, information technology, operations research, and computational mathematics. This unit aims to cultivate a deep understanding of the basic mathematical structures of linear algebra, including vector spaces and linear combinations, matrix transformations, invariant subspaces and eigenvalue problems. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB201 Advanced Linear Algebra.
Calculus and differential equations are used ubiquitously throughout mathematics, statistics and operations research. In this unit, you will build upon the foundations of calculus established in high school or in earlier university mathematics study, to greatly enhance your repertoire of theory and practice in these areas. The application of calculus and differential equations in the description and modelling of real-world problems will also be considered. This unit will extend your problem-solving skills, range of knowledge and use of techniques in differential and integral calculus. These theoretical concepts and their applications will be pursued further in MXB202 Advanced Calculus.
This unit introduces key concepts and skills required when working in education and understanding teachers' work. This unit will provide explicit academic and professional experience preparation underpinned by the Australian Professional Standards designed to support you through your degree and transition to the profession. The specific skills of observation, reflection and collegial conversations with peers and key personnel from the field will be considered and applied to educational contexts.
If you don't meet these entry requirements it is best that you don't submit an application - your priority should be achieving the best results you can in your school studies.
You must be:
minimum age of 16 when START QUT classes commence
either a Year 11, Semester 2 or a Year 12, Semester 1 student when you participate in the START QUT program
a Queensland-based school senior student
one of the following:
currently studying or completed a minimum of five ATAR general subjects (including General English) with suitable grades
on an International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBD) pathway with suitable grades
an extrasystemic student (e.g Home Schooling, ACE, NZ Steiner Certificate of Education) with a suitable SAT result.
You can study a maximum of two units (one per semester) in either:
Semester 2 of Year 11
the summer before commencing Year 12 (STEM Intensive)
Semester 1 of Year 12.
STEM Intensive additional requirements
To promote diversity in STEM, certain units in the intensive block have particular gender or attribute requirements as an affirmative action to enhance participation in those fields. For details, please visit the START QUT (STEM Intensive) website.
Your grades
In the semester before you apply, you must have maintained both of the following:
a minimum of a B (70%) in any General English subject such as English, Literature, English and Literature, or English as an additional language (or equivalent IBD subjects)
a B (70%) average across a minimum of five ATAR general or IBD higher or standard level subjects.
Median grade is not used.
A B average is, for example:
one A, three B and one C
one A and four B
two B+, one B and two B-
The following grade combinations examples are below a B average:
three B and two C
one A, two B and two C
four B and one B-
Extrasystemic students must have achieved minimum SAT score of 1300.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students
Admission assistance via the QUT Oodgeroo Unit’s Centralised Assessment and Selection Program (CASP) is available. Please speak to your school’s Guidance/Career Officer, Curriculum Head, Dean of Studies, Academic Dean, Gifted Students Coordinator, Principal, Deputy Principal, or other similar position for further information.
Attendance and support
You must:
be capable of undertaking university level study on top of your high school workload
have the support of your parents or guardians
have permission from your school to participate. A staff member (guidance officer, career counsellor, curriculum head, dean of studies, academic dean, gifted students coordinator, principal, deputy principal or other similar position) must approve your participation
be able to attend classes at the designated QUT campus, either at Kelvin Grove or Gardens Point (excluding online students).
Course requirements
To remain in the START QUT program you must:
remain enrolled in the same senior pathway as you applied under
have ongoing support from your parents or guardians
have ongoing permission from your school to participate.
If you change schools, you must provide a school approval proforma from your new school.
If you change senior studies, you must provide a new school approval proforma along with your current results.
To undertake a second START QUT unit you must also have passed your first unit of study.
We will revoke your enrolment in START QUT if you don't meet any of the above requirements.
Applications for Semester 1, 2025 and STEM Intensive have now closed. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students interested in applying can contact the Oodgeroo Unit at information.oodgeroo@qut.edu.au. Applications for Semester 2, 2025 will open on 31 March 2025.
You can study a maximum of two units (one per semester) in either the summer before commencing Year 12 (STEM Intensive), Semester 1 of Year 12, or Semester 2 of Year 11.
Step 1: School approval
Request that your school completes and signs the school approval proforma and provides you with a copy.
If you are not following the standard, slow or fast track pattern of ATAR study, you must also get your school to provide a covering letter detailing your study pattern.
Step 2: Apply
To apply, you must have:
an email address to create your QUT account. This is the first part of the application process
a Learning Unique Identifier (LUI)
school results on school letterhead for the previous semester
a cover letter from your school outlining your pattern study if you're not following the standard, slow or fast track pattern of study
the completed and signed school approval proforma (for extrasystemic home schooling students, this must be completed by your main teacher).
When to apply
Apply as soon as applications open.
We won't consider late applications.
What happens next?
If your application is successful, we'll send you an email to offer you a place in the START QUT program. Once you accept your offer, you will receive information from your START QUT coordinator on how to choose your units and get started at QUT.
If your application is unsuccessful, we'll also email you to let you know.
We may also email you to request more information or supporting documents. Make sure you upload this documentation within 10 working days.
All emails we send you will be sent to the email address you provide in your application. Make sure you provide us with your personal email address and not your school email, because we might contact you over the school holidays.
You'll be able to decline your place in the program if the timetable for the unit you choose doesn’t fit in with your personal schedule.
Tabitha Franklin
START QUT graduate, music and education student
'START QUT familiarised me with uni life, which made my transition from school a lot easier. I got to know QUT’s Kelvin Grove campus and got used to taking the bus to and from uni. I also learned how to access and use online materials for my classes.
'I loved getting involved in my weekly workshops. I would even stay back after class and talk to my tutor about ideas for my screenwriting assessment, or other stories that I was writing in my spare time. It was a great opportunity to study something that I had a real interest in. I’m looking forward to exploring creative writing units throughout my course.'
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