Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation
Charles Sturt University
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
The Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation is an excellent option if you do not meet degree entry requirements or would like to improve your study skills and confidence before you begin your chosen degree. If you are a non-school or non-ATAR applicant and have completed year eleven or above, or have work experience that demonstrates the development of literacy, numeracy and entry level professional skills, then completing the Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation will give you guaranteed entry to most Charles Sturt undergraduate degrees.
The Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation is a half year (single semester full time) award course that can be studied full time or part time at the Albury, Bathurst, Port Macquarie or Wagga Wagga campuses. The focus is on teaching the essential skills for successful university study as well as ensuring you have been introduced to some of the key understandings that are relevant to your chosen degree course. You will be offered high levels of learning support to complete one core academic literacy subject (LIT115) and three elective subjects. The electives are recommended based on prior learning and based on your planned degree choice, so you get the most effective and relevant preparation for your longer-term study. Depending on your chosen degree and choice of electives, completing the Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation may give you credit towards your degree.
Areas of study
Compulsory Subjects: Academic Literacy. Three electives: (recommended on basis of prior attainment and study and degree aspiration: Preparing for University Study (recommended for students who have not completed Access Charles Sturt Entry), Mathematics and Statistics, Current Topics in Health and Bioscience, Current Topics in Natural and Physical Sciences.
Career opportunities
Careers listed under the broad range of Charles Sturt bachelor degree courses, as well as courses at other universities, which applicants can seek admission after successfully completing this course.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Visit the Charles Sturt University website for current fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
If you do not meet the recommended basis for admission, you may apply for the Access Charles Sturt Entry Course. Completing the ACE course will give you basis for entry to UCUP.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
- Completion of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) OR
- Completion of AQF Certificate III (or Higher) qualification OR
- Completion of an Enabling program OR
- Equivalent work of life experience OR
- Minimum age requirement of 18 years in the year the course is undertaken
Must not be currently enrolled in a secondary school or equivalent
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Refer to http://futurestudents.csu.edu.au/apply/english-language for the specific requirements.
Other applicants
Refer to the Charles Sturt University general admission criteria.
Further information
View all details of this course on the Charles Sturt University website.
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The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Contact us
For more information about any of Charles Sturt University's courses, call Charles Sturt University on 1800 275 278 or search the Charles Sturt University website.
Study Link
Study Link is Charles Sturt University’s Preparation for University Study program, offering a suite of over 20 short, self-paced subjects that have been designed to help build academic skills, fill knowledge gaps and give you practical experience and confidence in studying online. Study Link subjects help your transition to university study, with dedicated subject coordinators available to help you along the way.
Study Link subjects are non-credit bearing and free for most Australian residents. For more information, visit Study Link on the Charles Sturt University website.