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InspireU

InspireU Kickstart

Start your journey towards higher education and explore your career options.

An opportunity for students in Years 7-9 who live in South-East Queensland to attend The University of Queensland's (UQ) St Lucia campus for a one-day program of fun-packed, hands-on activities.

Start building your knowledge of what is available at UQ while establishing relationships with staff and other students and getting to know the campus.

Eligibility

You're eligible if you:

  • are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
  • are enrolled in high school at the time of application
  • have a school attendance rate of 90% or greater.

What to expect

You will:

  • attend engaging sessions to understand a range of disciplines
  • take part in practical, hands-on experiences
  • explore UQ facilities and services
  • connect with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
  • meet fellow high school students.

Cost

There are no costs for students.

All reasonable costs for the program, including all travel, flights, accommodation, meals and excursions, are paid for by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU).

Contact

For more details about InspireU or the Kickstart program, email inspireu@uq.edu.au.

About InspireU

The InspireU Program is designed to engage and inspire young Indigenous high school students to further their studies at university and broaden their career possibilities.

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