This is particularly
important for students who have significant support needs and those requiring
assistive technology and/or alternative formatting.
This event is for young
people with disabilities who are interested in university study and are:
- starting/continuing Year 12 in 2015
- graduating from Year 12 in 2014 and have applied to university or are taking a gap year
- currently studying at TAFE and considering transition to university (must be 19 years of age or younger).
Details:
The program will be held at
two campuses so students can attend their closest campus or the campus where
they wish to study.
- Nathan Campus program, Wednesday 11 February 2015, 9:15am - 12:45pm*
- Gold Coast Campus program, Friday 13 February 2015, 9:15am - 12:45pm*
*Event times to be confirmed.
TEE will give participants a
chance to hear information about the support available at university, as well
as a range of other information to make them more familiar with the university
environment. There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and to talk
to various university staff.
The program is aimed at
students who are seriously considering university study, and is open to
eligible student from across Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Parents,
guardians and teachers are welcome to attend. There are some Travel &
Accommodation subsidies available for regional participants (please contact us
to discuss this option).
To see past students talk
about the program see: http://www.griffith.edu.au/student-equity-services/outreach-activities/tertiary-education-experience
If you are interested in attending,
please see the Guidance Officer. Students under the age of 18 must have their
form printed and signed by a parent/guardian, or it must be sent from a
parent/guardians email address with consent for the student to attend.
Teachers, parents and guardians who wish to attend should fill out their
details on the student's registration form in the appropriate section.