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Pathway Program

Definition overview

1 Definition

Generally programs of study designed to provide access to higher education to Students who have not qualified through prior study for direct entry; they generally act as an entry point into an appropriate higher education degree for those who successfully complete the program. They normally focus on getting potential Students ready for higher education by helping them to build the skills they need for university such as literacy, numeracy and critical thinking. These are programs normally offered under the heading of Pathways to University and include Tertiary Preparation, Diploma of University Studies and English Language (preparation) programs.

2 References

UniSQ Defined.

3 Definition Information

Approved Date

24/3/2014

Effective Date

24/3/2014

Record No

14/798PL

Complying with the law and observing Policy and Procedure is a condition of working and/or studying at the University.

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