The course is facilitated by experienced USC advisers and is specially designed for adults of all ages who have not undertaken formal study for some years, or who did not finish high school.

The course aims to:

• demystify higher education
• build your confidence and skills in a supportive space through creating a cooperative group environment for learning
• turn your current formal and informal learning abilities gained from work and life experience into academic reading, writing, speaking and listening skills
• introduce you to key concepts and structures of writing for a higher education environment 
• enhance your capacity around educational pathway decision-making

Tuition: there are no tuition fees for this course

Eligibility: 18+ years, during the year in which the course is held

Materials:

• for face-to-face students, workbooks are provided free of charge for the duration of the course
• the course is supported by an online learning platform

If you are interested in registering for the next available course in your region, please complete the online registration form via the link below.

During this program, you will further develop your existing understanding of potential study pathways, through exploring your interests, values, and transferable skills.

You will also produce a short piece of academic writing. There are no tests, assignments or exams.

Starting with a personal point of view on a topical issue, you will develop your skills as a researcher and writer as you turn those initial thoughts into a well-crafted, defensible statement on the topic.

Career Development staff will be available for individual consultations on completion of the course. Speak to your facilitator for further information.

This course cannot be used towards gaining admission into a USC program.

For further information on USC's bridging program, visit Tertiary Preparation Pathway.

Please note that this course is not intended for existing USC students. If you are a current student and need study skills assistance, please attend an academic skills workshop.