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University of Southern Queensland (USQ) Courses

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

Bachelor (Honours)

Ipswich
What are those seemingly small day to day things that give your life meaning? The way we occupy our days is important. It could be something as simple as preparing your favourite breakfast in the morning, or accessing that sunny spot in your garden.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

Recent secondary education
Adjusted
Entry score including adjustment factors (additional points given in certain circumstances).
 Unadjusted
Entry score not including adjustment factors.
ATAR
The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a percentile rank used to assess the results of high-school applicants for undergraduate entry into university.
75.00
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Subject pre-requisites

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C)
  • at least one QCAA Science subject (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent.

Please note: Meeting entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Places within the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) are limited by quota. Quota size is determined by the availability of placements. Where the quota is filled, no further places will be offered.

Special entry schemes for admissions may increase your Rank, through the allocation of additional points in certain circumstances, such as educational disadvantage where you live, and subjects you passed.

UniSQ is committed to greater admissions transparency. Learn more about the education and work experience, as well as average Ranks for this degrees' student cohort from the previous year.

Tafe (VET) qualification

If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you may be able to use these qualifications to meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

Work and life experience

You may be able to use your work experience and other adjustment factors to increase your selection rank and meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires an overall score of IELTS 7.0, or equivalent, and a minimum score of 7 in each of the four skills areas of listening, reading, speaking and writing. Additional requirements regarding prior education taught and assessed solely in English and prior employment - refer to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)'s Registration Standard for further information.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Inherent requirements

There are inherent requirements that must be met in order to successfully complete this degree. Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree. Please read and understand the inherent requirements specific to the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) before applying.

If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to a Student Equity Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.

Additional requirements for placements

You will need to provide the following documents prior to commencing any clinical placement:

  • Blue Card or Working with Children Check
  • Yellow Card if working with people with disabilities
  • Australian Federal Police Check certificate

Plus evidence of the following immunisations:

  • Hepatitis B immunisation evidence
  • Measles, Mumps and Rubella immunisation evidence
  • Varicella immunisation evidence
  • Pertussis immunisation evidence
  • Influenza immunisation evidence
  • Tuberculosis Risk Assessment
  • COVID-19 vaccinations as directed by health services
  • Mask FIT testing
  • Evidence of other relevant vaccinations for infectious diseases that may emerge
Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

If you identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you may be eligible to enter the Indigenous Higher Education (IHEPP) program.

Intake Months
Feb
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$9,865 per year
ATAR
75
Graduate Satisfaction
77.10%

Bachelor of Theatre (Theatre Making)

Bachelor

Toowoomba
If you are an innovative, empathetic, and collaborative theatre practitioner, the Bachelor of Theatre (Theatre Making) will increase your competitive edge by teaching you how to make new dramatic works for entertainment, community-arts, education, health and the environmental agencies.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

Recent secondary education
Adjusted
Entry score including adjustment factors (additional points given in certain circumstances).
 Unadjusted
Entry score not including adjustment factors.
ATAR
The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a percentile rank used to assess the results of high-school applicants for undergraduate entry into university.
60.00
60.45
  • Attend an audition/interview.
  • To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in English (Units 3 & 4, C). We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.
  • If no ATAR, applicants can successfully undertake an audition/interview and supply a written statement.
Audition and interview information

Applicants will need to bring:

  • a head shot-style photo of yourself
  • a school exit statement, or evidence of previous education standard achieved.
  • Applicants must present an audition piece as well as participate in a group workshop and interview process and present a portfolio of previous achievements.
  • Applicants to Theatre Making major may opt to forgo presentation of an audition performance but MUST participate in a group workshop and interview process and present a portfolio of previous achievements. Be prepared to discuss those achievements and experiences with the interview panel.
  • If you don't have an ATAR, please bring a written statement (500 words) addressing the following: describe the most influential theatre or community arts related performance or event you have witnessed or participated in. Why was this event so important to you? How has it shaped your view and understanding of arts practice? What things did you learn from the experience? How does this event connect to your personal values and beliefs? Please supply your submission at the interview.

Auditions will be held at UniSQ Toowoomba or via Zoom. Please contact us to find out the next audition and interview dates. For registration and audition tips, please see our Auditions and interviews page. Please note that you will need to apply for your degree before registering to audition.

Note: It is a requirement that Queensland-based students hold a current positive notice indicating that they are deemed suitable for working with children and young people whilst studying the Bachelor of Theatre. Further information about the Blue Card or Exemption Card suitability process is available from the Blue Card Services.

Special entry schemes for admissions may increase your Rank, through the allocation of additional points in certain circumstances, such as educational disadvantage where you live, and subjects you passed.

UniSQ is committed to greater admissions transparency. Learn more about the education and work experience, as well as average Ranks for this degrees' student cohort from the previous year.

Tafe (VET) qualification

If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you may be able to use these qualifications to meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

Work and life experience

You may be able to use your work experience and other adjustment factors to increase your selection rank and meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

If you identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you may be eligible to enter the Indigenous Higher Education (IHEPP) program.

Intake Months
Feb
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,948 per year

Undergraduate Certificate of Teaching (Primary)

Graduate Certificate

This Undergraduate Certificate in Teaching (Primary) gives you an introduction to the key concepts, knowledge and skills that underpin the work of a primary school teacher.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
Pre-requisites

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

  • Admission into this short program is available to eligible Commonwealth Support applicants, who are aged 17 years or over.
Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

If you identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you may be eligible to enter the Indigenous Higher Education (IHEPP) program.

Intake Months
Feb, May
Domestic Tuition Fees
$2,220 per year
Graduate Satisfaction
81.80%

Graduate Certificate of Education (Special & Inclusive Education)

Graduate Certificate

UniSQ's Graduate Certificate of Education (Special and Inclusive Education) extends your specialist knowledge, experience and skills required to work within education settings facilitating the inclusion of all learners, particularly those with disabilities and additional learning needs.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • 3-year bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Intake Months
Feb, May
Domestic Tuition Fees
$11,800 per year

Graduate Diploma of Education (Commonwealth Supported) (Special & Inclusive Education)

Graduate Diploma

UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Education (Special and Inclusive Education) extends your specialist knowledge, experience and skills required to work within education settings facilitating the inclusion of all learners, particularly those with disabilities and additional learning needs.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • An Australian university bachelor degree, or equivalent, in an education-related discipline.
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

  • Graduate Certificate of Education (Special and Inclusive Education)
    • Intake Months
    Feb, May
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $4,445 per year

    Graduate Diploma of Education (Commonwealth Supported) (Guidance & Counselling)

    Graduate Diploma

    UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Education (Guidance & Counselling) is ideal for teachers wishing to extend their career as a guidance officer, guidance counsellor or school counsellor.
    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    • An Australian university bachelor degree, or equivalent, in an education-related discipline.
    English language requirements

    You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

    Recognition of prior learning or work experience

    You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

    Pathways

    If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

    Intake Months
    Feb, May
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $4,445 per year

    Graduate Diploma of Editing and Publishing

    Graduate Diploma

    Do you have a passion for words? Develop the skills to make a mark on the modern world of publishing.
    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    • Approved bachelor degree, or equivalent, in the area of creative writing, English, or other equivalent discipline.
    • For candidates with a bachelor degree, or equivalent, in a non-related discipline, UniSQ's Graduate Certificate of Editing and Publishing can provide a pathway into the Graduate Diploma of Editing and Publishing.
    English language requirements

    You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

    Recognition of prior learning or work experience

    You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

    Pathways

    If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

    Intake Months
    Feb
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $24,480 per year

    Graduate Certificate of Sport and Exercise

    Graduate Certificate

    External, Distance, Ipswich
    Is your passion to work in sport, exercise, health or fitness?
    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    • Completion of a 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent qualification, in any discipline.
      or
    • Minimum of 5 years professional work experience equivalent to a bachelor degree qualification (AQF level 7).
    English language requirements

    You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

    Recognition of prior learning or work experience

    You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

    Pathways

    UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

    Intake Months
    Feb, May
    Study Mode
    In person, Online
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $8,160 per year
    Graduate Satisfaction
    77.10%

    Graduate Diploma of Science (Agricultural Science)

    Graduate Diploma

    Toowoomba, External, Distance
    Broaden your knowledge, skills and career prospects by studying the Graduate Diploma of Science (Agricultural Science). This flexible degree enables graduates to study the major challenges for Agricultural Sciences both globally and nationally in the 21st century.
    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    • 3-year Bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent.
      • or
    • equivalent professional work experience, as determined through the Credit and Exemption procedure.
    English language requirements

    You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

    Recognition of prior learning or work experience

    You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

    Pathways

    If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

    Intake Months
    Feb, May
    Study Mode
    In person, Online
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $8,948 per year

    Graduate Certificate of Education (Special Education)

    Graduate Certificate

    Gain the foundational specialist knowledge and skills to work with students with learning difficulties.
    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

    • Completion of a 3-year bachelor degree from an Australian university, or equivalent.
    English language requirements

    You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

    Recognition of prior learning or work experience

    You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

    Pathways

    UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

    Intake Months
    Feb, May
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $2,220 per year
    Graduate Satisfaction
    81.80%

    Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (History)

    Bachelor (Honours)

    Extend upon your skills and knowledge in history and develop your capacity for specialised study, research and scholarship at a higher academic level.
    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements
    • Completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in Arts or a related discipline, with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0.
    English language requirements

    You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

    Recognition of prior learning or work experience

    You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

    Pathways

    If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

    Intake Months
    Feb
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $16,323 per year

    Graduate Certificate of Education (Guidance and Counselling)

    Graduate Certificate

    The Graduate Certificate of Education (Guidance and Counselling) provides you with the foundational knowledge and practices to extend your teaching career to become a guidance officer, guidance counsellor or school counsellor.
    Entry Requirements
    Entry requirements

    Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

    • Completion of a 3-year bachelor degree from an Australian university, or equivalent.
    English language requirements

    You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

    Recognition of prior learning or work experience

    You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

    Pathways

    UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

    Intake Months
    Feb, May
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $2,220 per year

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