University Preparation
Each year the University of Sydney provides undergraduate places for mature-age entrants through its Mature-Age Entry Scheme. These places are designed to provide access to people over the age of 21 who did not start university straight from school.
How do I qualify?
You can apply for a place under the Mature-Age Entry Scheme if you successfully complete an approved preparation course. These courses are open to everyone and you do not need any previous qualifications to join. Completing a preparation course does not guarantee your entry to the University.
Before considering a University Preparation Course, please ensure you have reviewed the Mature Age Entry Scheme to determine if you are eligible and how to go about qualifying and applying.
Preparation Courses
The University of Sydney provides University Preparation Courses (also known as University Pathway, or Degree Pathway courses) through the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE). These courses are especially designed to prepare people for tertiary study.
You can choose from subjects including ancient history, English literature, art history and film studies, mathematics, philosophy, psychology and science. These courses are offered flexibly, during the day time, evening or weekends. Students are required to attend class for approximately 2 to 4 hours each week, depending on their enrolment.
Most courses are taught throughout the year. A small number of courses begin in the middle of the year.
Study for success: strategies for improving learning is the foundation study skills course designed to complement UPC subject classes. This course provides an introduction to those critical skills required to learn more effectively and enhance academic performance. All students doing a UPC subject are required to also enrol in Study for success: strategies for improving learning.
To assist with your study program, we offer all UPC students free access to the University of Sydney Fisher Library.
In order to ensure you are fully equipped for tertiary study, the Centre for Continuing Education also offers a range of complementary UPC Study Skills courses, which have been specially designed to provide you with the learning tools necessary to maximise your chances of academic success.