Disclaimer

Please note that this blog is intended for the students and parents associated with MacGregor State High School. Please check areas of interest as seen on the blog to confirm dates and other information as there will be occasions when dates will change and the information may not be included in the blog as it may not have been received by the school. Posts prior to July 2021 may have reference to different schools as this blog was initially developed for students when I was the Guidance Officer at another school.








Thursday 27 July 2017

News from the University of Queensland

UQ Publications now online
UQ’s full range of 2018 publications are now available online for digital download! Visit our website to find copies of the 2018 UQ Undergraduate Guide, faculty publications, Parents Guide, Accommodation Guide and much more!

UQ Young Scholars Program - apply now
Year 11 students should apply now for the UQ Young Scholars Program.
Designed to nurture and develop our future leaders, the UQ Young Scholars Program presents students with an exciting opportunity for academic extension and enrichment and is designed to ignite young change-makers’ passions for leadership, academic achievement and community development in today’s global society.

The 2017-2018 UQ Young Scholars Program (YSP) involves:
  • A five-day Residential Camp at the St Lucia Campus (Sunday 26 November – Thursday 30 November 2017)
  •  A YSP Reunion at UQ Open Day (Sunday 5 August 2018)
  • Online engagement activities and networking through the exclusive YSP Facebook group
  • YSP Newsletters
During their participation in the Program, UQ Young Scholars are challenged to think critically about today’s major global issues and are exposed to a wide range of potential study areas and career opportunities. They will engage in discussions and collaborative forums in group settings and enjoy a range of complementary social, sporting and cultural activities.
View the full information brochure online.
Applications are now open and will close at 4:00pm on Friday 11 August.

Engineering and Technology Careers Evening - 17 August
At this event, students will have the opportunity to:
  • Hear from recent Engineering and Information Technology graduates about their experiences in industry
  • Talk to academic staff and current students about the study options available at UQ
  • Ask practicing engineers and technology innovators about job opportunities available in industry
  • Discover why UQ provides students with the best foundation for careers in Engineering and Information Technology
The event will run from 6.00pm - 8.00pm in the Advanced Engineering Building, St Lucia. For more information and to register, visit the website.

PACE Experience Day - 20 August Students will have the opportunity to explore world class facilities, get hands-on experience in laboratory and dispensary activities, learn from the experiences of present students and young alumni, and discover how they can be a part of the Pharmacy program commencing 2018.
Registrations are now open!

Law LEAD Scholarship - apply now The Law Leadership, Excellence and Diversity (LEAD) Scholarship offers students $7000 towards living expenses during their undergraduate law studies, and one-on-one academic support.
The LEAD Scholarship is open to students from non-selective Government schools who have experienced educational hardship and disadvantage throughout high school
In addition to the scholarship, students can apply for the UQ Special Admissions Scheme (SAS) for undergraduate law programs. The scheme offers eligible students access to support services and considers the level of hardship they may have experienced, as well as their OP/Rank.
Applications for the LEAD Scholarship and SAS will open online from Thursday 3 August until Friday 8 September 2017. Please visit the website to apply.
UQ Sporting Scholarships - apply now
UQ's sporting scholarships support students to balance their studies with the demands of elite-level competition.
In addition to financial support, these scholarships offer academic tutoring, facility access, workshops and much more.
UQ's sporting scholarships open on Thursday August 3. Applications can be submitted online.

Enhanced Studies Program - apply now
High achieving Year 11 students are invited to apply for UQ’s Enhanced Studies Program (ESP). ESP provides students with an opportunity to extend their studies by completing a university subject in Semester 1 of Year 12.
Over 40 courses are available in a range of study areas including psychology, science and humanities .
Students who participate in ESP enjoy the benefits associated with being a UQ student. In addition, upon successful completion of ESP, students will receive one bonus point towards their university entrance rank through UQ’s Bonus Rank Scheme.
Applications open in August and close Tuesday 31st October, 2017.