Tertiary Preparation Program

The USQ Tertiary Preparation Program (TPP) provides the opportunity for people to enhance their chances of gaining a tertiary place and to prepare for successful tertiary study. It is designed to cater for a range of groups including past school leavers who need to update or improve their ranking to qualify for tertiary entrance, and other adults who may not have completed secondary school and are seeking seeking a second chance to enter tertiary study.

Why study TPP?

• no formal qualification required (minimum age 18 years)
• no attendance at University required
• guaranteed entry into a USQ degree program
• gain a ranking to apply for a place at other universities
• develop confidence in your own ability
• one to one careers advice
• high level of individual support and assistance by professional staff
• achieve a higher level of success than the average student population

How does it work?

Study materials

A study package will be sent to you at the beginning of the semester. The study materials will show a week-by-week guide to the content you need to cover in the course.

Assessment

Details are provided in your study package and varies for each course. To complete the course you are required to complete and send in all assessment items by the scheduled due dates.

Examinations

There are examination centres all over Australia and overseas so you can sit for examinations at a centre closest to you. You will be notified of the exam timetable in advance.

When can I start?

Students can start the program in Semester 1, 2 or 3. Refer to the courses offered table to see which semester each course is offered.

How long will it take to complete?

This will vary. The courses offered table will give an indication of how much time each course takes to complete. However to complete the program, students can choose to study over three semesters or with more intensive study complete it in one semester.