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At JCU, we want to ensure that students are given the greatest opportunity for success. This is why in a number of our science and engineering related degrees, students are required to complete preparatory maths and/or chemistry subjects during their first year of study.

Some students however, may have sufficient knowledge from previous studies and have the opportunity to undertake diagnostic testing to determine their suitability to commence directly into elective subjects. In engineering programs the screening testing for mathematics is compulsory.

What is being tested?

There are two screening tests.  One in mathematics and one in chemistry.

Which programs are affected?

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Advanced Science, Bachelor of Geology, Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Science.

Which students are required?

Testing is optional in the Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Advanced Science and Bachelor of Geology.

Testing is mandatory in the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Science.

What is the purpose of the testing?

Bachelor of Science (mathematics and chemistry testing). Preparatory Mathematics (MA1020) and Preparatory Chemistry (CH1020) are core subjects in the degree, however some students will be familiar with the content, for example if Mathematics Methods and/or Chemistry have been studied throughout both years 11 and 12 in secondary school, and are invited to use the testing so that they may take elective subjects in their place.

Bachelor of Advanced Science (chemistry testing only). Preparatory Chemistry (CH1020) is a core subject in the degree, however some students will be familiar with the content, for example if Chemistry has been studied throughout both years 11 and 12 in secondary school, and are invited to use the testing so that they may take an elective subject in its place.

Bachelor of Geology (mathematics testing only). Preparatory Mathematics (MA1020) is a core subject in the degree, however some students will be familiar with the content, for example if Mathematics Methods has been studied throughout both years 11 and 12 in secondary school, and are invited to use the testing so that they may take an elective subject in its place.

Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Science (mathematics testing only). Mathematics Foundations (MA1000) is a core subject in the degree. The screening testing is designed to inform whether the student has sufficient background knowledge to commence MA1000. If the testing reveals it necessary, you will be advised to enroll in Preparatory Mathematics (MA1020) and/or attend additional classes. Your mathematics lecturers will give you specific advice depending upon your circumstances.

When and where can the screening test be taken?

In Orientation Week, Thursday 18^th February, hourly sessions commencing 8am to 4pm at both Townsville and Cairns Campus.  You must register your intention to attend screening session at https://apps.jcu.edu.au/screening-tests/#/. A second date in week one of Study Period 1 will be announced in the New Year.

Where can I access learning resources to refresh for the test?

We strongly encourage students to access the wide range of learning resources from the JCU Learning Centre prior to undertaking screening testing.

What to bring?

You will need a scientific calculator for the chemistry screening test, but the mathematics screening test is calculator-free. Please note that you will not be able to use the calculator on your mobile phone.

Make sure you bring photo ID. This can be your JCU student card, drivers license, or some other photographic identification.

These items are permitted in all JCU exams: pencils, pens, erasers, white-out, rulers and a clear bottle of water with the label removed.

Make sure you know your JCU login (also known as a jc-number) and password to log into your test through LearnJCU.

What if I am feeling unwell on test day?

If you are feeling unwell on the day of your screening test, please do not come onto campus. Email the College at cse.academicservices@jcu.edu.au for advice on re-sitting your test.

What if I have other questions?

Please contact the College at adltcse@jcu.edu.au.