Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Program

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Program

A pathway for First Nations students

Introduction

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If you’re a First Nations student, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Program can help you build the communication and study skills you’ll need to undertake a degree at the University of Canberra.

The program also provides an alternative entry pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to study at UC if you don’t currently meet the university’s admission requirements.

You can take part in the program either full-time for one semester or its part-time equivalent. Under a full-time load you’ll study:

  • two foundation units:  Foundation Study Skills and Foundation Communications
  • one or two regular university units of your choice, which count towards your degree.

The program is delivered through UC College in close collaboration with the Ngunnawal Centre.

Am I eligible?

Am I eligible

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This pathways program is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who have either recently finished Year 12 or who graduated from Year 12 a while ago. To be eligible for entry, you’ll need to have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification or equivalent, with passes in three academic subjects.

Not all UC courses are available through this program, as some degrees require a higher entry score than can be achieved through our pathways programs. If you’re considering one of the following degrees, please contact UC College for more information: 

Future dates

Future dates

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The program runs multiple times throughout the year, giving you the opportunity to enrol and complete it ready for the start of the next University teaching period.

For information on future program dates visit the UC College course dates information.

How to apply

How to apply

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To participate in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Program you’ll need to:

  • complete the online application form at  UC’s online application portal
  • upload all relevant certified documentation, such as your birth certificate or Australian passport, and academic transcripts, as requested on the form
  • contact the Ngunnawal Centre or UC College to organise a time for an informal interview.

As part of your application, we’ll look at your current academic record and also your likelihood for success in university-level study.

Program fees

Program fees

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Australian and New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents are eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation Program. It’s considered an enabling course and the Australian Government will cover your entire program fee.

You’ll need to pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee. 

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