The University of Newcastle has begun an Early Entry Program offering HSC students new resources, mentorship and peer support.
The Early Entry Program will allow Year 12 students who are completing the Higher School Certificate or International Baccalaureate to apply for early entry to University of Newcastle campuses, including Ourimbah.
Vice Chancellor Professor Alex Zelinsky said the HSC was a challenging time for some students and he offered reassurance that there was a place for everyone at the University of Newcastle.
“Our Early Entry Program will be sector leading and will give students access to a range of support including student mentors, HSC tips and webinars, past exam papers and invitations to VIP University of Newcastle events,” he said.
“We hope our new Early Entry Program will help students to feel more confident and supported during the HSC.
“We know that students can benefit from talking to someone who has been through the experience before, so mentors will contact applicants to provide support and advice throughout the year.
“Applicants will also have access to leadership programs and free university preparation courses (NUprep) with early offer recipients encouraged to complete at least one course.”
Year 12 students can apply for early entry by visiting www.newcastle.edu/au/early.
Entry will be determined based on Year 11 results plus completion of the HSC.
Students will receive offers in September just ahead of HSC exams (previously offers commenced in November).
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University of Newcastle