Tertiary Preparation Pathway
Tertiary Preparation Pathway (TPP) is a bridging program that allows you to experience university life before jumping into a full degree. If you haven’t studied in a while, TPP helps you brush up on essential study skills like critical reading, assignment writing and referencing. It can also build your knowledge and confidence in the subject areas you’ll need for your degree, like science, business or maths.
Study up to four TPP courses (or subjects) from a range of options. Courses are offered in Semester 1 (February), Semester 2 (July) and Session 8 (intensive summer session, in November) and up to three courses in Session 4 (intensive session).
In this program you will:
- Study TPP courses for FREE as a domestic student (Australian citizens, permanent residents and Australian Permanent Humanitarian visa holders, and New Zealand citizens). TPP courses are Austudy approved
- Study skills and knowledge to succeed at university, and provides a pathway to a USC degree.
- Brush up on essential study skills like critical reading, assignment writing and referencing
- Commence at the start of the year, midway through the year, or conduct an intensive course over summer
- Gain direct entry into most USC degrees on successful TPP completion
Location
CRICOS code
Duration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2023 fees (A$)
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Session 8
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- Semester 2
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- Semester 2
- Session 4
- Semester 2
- Session 8
- Semester 1
Session 4 intake is 'intensive only' - offering a limited number of courses. This intake is not available to International students on a student visa.
The online offering is not available to International students studying in Australia on a student visa.
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Session 8
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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- Session 4
- Semester 2
- Session 8
- Semester 1
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Duration
- 1 semester 1 semester
- CRICOS code
- 058561K
- UniSC program code
- TP000
To assist with your course selection, refer to the list of the study plans (recommended TPP courses) for USC programs. We highly recommend that prior to enrolling you read the courses synopsis and course outlines by clicking onto the TPP course codes below.
One (1) required course:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPP101 Academic Skills for Success |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
Plus select three (3) courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPP102 ICT for Academic and Professional Applications |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
| TPP103 Chemistry |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
| TPP104 Mathematics |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
| TPP105 Statistics |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
| TPP107 Critical Thinking in Society |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
| TPP108 Professional People Skills for Study, Community and Society |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
| TPP109 Biology |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
| TPP111 Business Study Skills |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
| TPP115 Maths for Science and Engineering |
| 12 | Pre: Enrolled in Program TP000 |
For further details about locations and semesters that each TPP course is offered refer to the class timetable.
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- You must be at least 17 years of age at time of entry (International students must 18 years of age).
- If English is not your first language, you will need to have sufficient English skills to achieve an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in all subtests of an IELTS test.
- International applicants academic history will be assessed for entry into TPP
Additional entry information
The Session 4 Moreton Bay intake is 'intensive only' offering a limited number of courses
Program notes
- To submit an application, go to how to apply. Please refer to application dates to apply before cut-off dates
- Program fees:there are no tuition fees for Australian or New Zealand citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or Holders of Humanitarian Visas. Fees for international students can be found at USC International fees and costs
- International students are non-Australian or New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents. Summer Session and part-time options are not available to International students.
- Program details are subject to change
- For important semester dates see Academic Calenders
- Read the Student rules, policies, procedures and guidelines
- Refer to the Student Fees and Charges - Governing Policy for information about administrative fees that may apply
Career opportunities
- Pursue more than 150 courses of study at USC alone, covering an immense range of professions.
You can apply for TPP via QTAC using the QTAC code for your preferred location.
If you have applied for the Tertiary Preparation Pathway or are ready to commence in this program, please find essential information below. For more information, contact Student Central or visit the TPP essentials page.
Indigenous TPP students may be eligible for an Indigenous Commonwealth scholarship to support study costs.
Choosing which TPP courses to study
Before you decide which TPP courses you should study, consider where you would like the TPP program to take you. Start by referring to the undergraduate programs that are offered at USC and decide which program you would like to study once you have completed TPP.
Once you establish which undergraduate program you are interested in, check the recommended TPP courses for USC programs.
If you are uncertain of which career path or undergraduate program you would like to take, please contact Student Central.
QTAC code
| Location | QTAC code |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 019901 |
| Gympie | 019911 |
| Fraser Coast | 019921 |
| Caboolture | 019941 |
| Moreton Bay | 019961 |
| Online | 015062 |
Student story
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