Undergraduate applicants
If you are applying for a place in an undergraduate program, your first university degree, you need to apply through QTAC (Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre).
Even if it’s been a few years since you finished high school, all domestic students need to apply for uni through QTAC.
Exception:
- Applicants to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours), Bachelor of Education (Technical and Vocational Specialisation), Bachelor of Science (Honours), and Bachelor of Vocational Education and Training apply directy to USQ by completing our online application form.
- Applicants to the Bachelor of Creative Arts will be required to attend an interview with staff from the School of Creative Arts in addition to the formal application processes.
- Previous USQ students who have a USQ student number apply directly to USQ by completing our online application form.
- Applicants who have completed an eligible TAFE qualification can also apply directly to USQ using our online application form.
Questions about QTAC
Here are some answers to the most common questions about QTAC.
When do I need to apply?
- Applications for Semester 2, 2012 closed on Friday 6 July, 2012
- To start in Semester 3, 2012 submit your application by Monday 29 October, 2012
- To start in Semester 1, 2013 submit your application by Monday 11 February, 2013
Exception to these dates:
- Applications for Bachelor of Science (Honours) for Semester 1, 2013 close on Monday 29 October 2012. There is no entry into this program in Semester 2 or 3.
How much will it cost to apply through QTAC?
- Twelve to Tertiary (TTT) - For current Year 12 students the application fee is $32.00
- Apply By Web (ABW) - For non-Year 12 applicants the application fee is $60.00
How do I apply online?
Go to the QTAC website and complete the online application form. You have the option of selecting six program preferences as part of your application.
How can I get into my ‘ideal’ program?
First, check your program’s admission requirements to make sure that you are eligible .
Also, remember that you have the option to nominate up to six program preferences as part of your application. Plan your preferences using this approach:
- Preference 1 and 2: include the 'ideal' programs you would really like to study even if your chances of gaining entry is not assured.
- Preference 3 and 4: nominate 'realistic' programs that are less competitive. This will provide another way to the career you want and can be used to upgrade to your 'ideal' program.
- Preference 5 and 6: these 'foot-in-the-door' programs are those you are prepared to do if you miss out on your earlier preferences and should be programs that have been quite easy to gain entry into in previous years. These programs will assist you in upgrading to your 'ideal' program.
How will I know if my application to USQ was successful?
Both QTAC and USQ will let you know whether you have been successful with your application.
USQ has three major offer rounds for student intakes per year:
- Semester 1 programs (starting in March) has a major offer round in January
- Semester 2 programs (starting in July) has a major offer round in June
- Semester 3 programs (starting in November) has a major offer round in October.
What if I didn’t get in?
There are a number of reasons why offers are not made, including a higher than expected program cut-off, admission requirements not being met, or a late change of preference. You should:
- check entry requirements for programs you applied for
- search for other programs for which you meet the entry requirements and selection rank
- change your preferences if there is another offer round
If you do not meet the entry requirements for a degree program, you can apply for entry into one of the various USQ Preparatory Pathway Programs that are designed to assist you to gain entry into university award programs.
Need more information?
If you have any further questions please contact us.
