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Equip workshops

Equip yourself with the ultimate toolkit for your future!

Have you ever thought about starting uni, or taking your studies further, but feel like you don’t have the confidence, information or resources to make it happen? If so, the UniSC Equip workshops are for you.

The UniSC Equip program is a series of free workshops where you'll gain the skills, direction, knowledge and confidence to take on your career and study goals. Specifically designed for adults thinking of taking the first steps to study at uni or TAFE, the program will help you better understand your uni options and prepare you for your future. You can complete one, two or all three workshops, depending on your needs and preferences. These workshops will help you:

The course is facilitated by experienced UniSC advisers and is specially designed for adults (18+) of all ages and experiences, including those who may not have undertaken formal study for some years, or who did not finish high school.

Course details

Workshop 1: Overcome the challenges (45 mins)

Learn how to overcome any challenges or fears that may be stopping you from achieving your study goals. You will get honest and helpful information about uni and the support available for you to make a confident decision. You will also hear from other students who have been in your shoes and can share their insights.

This workshop will cover:

Workshop 2: Finding my pathway (60-90 mins)

With your future goals in mind, explore what options you have for further study based on where you are now. We'll give you the tools you need to asses what's right for you, to help you choose your career path. Jobs are evolving with the future, so you'll get a preview of what skills you need to succeed in a changing workforce.

This workshop will cover:

Workshop 3: Upskilling for study (90-120 mins)

Discover the essential skills and resources you need to prepare for further study. You will learn how academic skills can help you achieve your goals and develop the skills that employers are looking for. You will also learn how to research and reference your sources.

This workshop will cover:

Please note: These workshops cannot be used towards gaining admission into a UniSC program. This program is only for domestic students. For further information on UniSC's bridging program, visit Tertiary Preparation Pathway. This program is not intended for existing UniSC students. If you are a current student and need study skills assistance, please attend an academic skills workshop.

UniSC Equip is a free widening participation program developed by UniSC to increase participation in tertiary education. It is partly funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment under the Higher Education Participation and Partnerships Program (HEPPP).

Course dates

UniSC Caboolture

Monday 12 June

 

Overcoming the challenges

9:00am-10:00am

Finding my pathway

10:30am – 12:00pm

Upskilling for study

1:00pm – 3:00pm

 

Venue: UniSC Caboolture, 80-106 Tallon Street, Caboolture

Room: J.1.15

Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.

UniSC Sunshine Coast

Wednesday, 14 June 2023

UniSC Sunshine Coast

Overcoming the challenges

9:00am-10:00am

Finding my pathway

10:30am – 12:00pm

Upskilling for study

1:00pm – 3:00pm

Venue: UniSC Sunshine Coast, 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs

Room: H2.G.02 (Collaboration Studio)

Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.

UniSC Moreton Bay

Friday, 16 June 2023

Overcoming the challenges

9:00am-10:00am

Finding my pathway

10:30am – 12:00pm

Upskilling for study

1:00pm – 3:00pm

Venue: UniSC Moreton Bay, 1 Moreton Parade, Petrie

Room: MBA.G.72

Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.

UniSC Fraser Coast

Thursday, 22 June 2023

Overcoming the challenges

9:00am-10:00am

Finding my pathway

10:30am – 12:00pm

Upskilling for study

1:00pm – 3:00pm

Venue: UniSC Fraser Coast, 161 Old Maryborough Rd, Hervey Bay

Room: C.2.10

Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.

UniSC Gympie

Friday 23, June

Overcoming the challenges

9:00am-10:00am

Finding my pathway

10:30am – 12:00pm

Upskilling for study

1:00pm – 3:00pm

Venue: UniSC Gympie, 71 Cartwright Rd, Gympie

Room: G.17

Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.

 

UniSC Online

Thurs 6 Jul

Overcoming the challenges

5:30pm-6:30pm

Tues 11 Jul

Finding my pathway

5:30pm-6:30pm

Thurs 13 Jul

Upskilling for study

5:30pm-6:30pm


Zoom: Link will be emailed to workshop registrants. You can download Zoom here.

Courses will run subject to final number of registrations. Please register to avoid disappointment.

Want to bring the UniSC Equip program to your organisation?

If you’re a community organisation in one of the following regions, an experienced UniSC staff member can bring one, or more UniSC Equip program workshops to you.

  • Fraser Coast and Wide Bay
  • Gympie
  • Sunshine Coast and Noosa
  • Moreton Bay

UniSC will require a minimum of 20 people registered to deliver these workshops. To find out more, contact mature@usc.edu.au or Tel:(07) 5459 4675.

Contact:

Widening Participation UniSC
Email: mature@usc.edu.au
Tel: +61 7 5459 4675

Register today