If you meet the entry score (ATAR or OP) for your preferred bachelor degree but are missing one or two pre-requisite subjects – this is the course for you. Study those pre-requisite subjects in short intensive block modes, and complete in time to start your Bachelor degree.
The Certificate of Higher Education is suitable for students who have the core literacy, numeracy and technology capabilities for university study.
Read on to find out more.
Looking for more support as you get back into study? Click here to find out about the Diploma of Higher Education.
If you have recently finished Year 12, or have a previous undergraduate qualification, this course may be suited for you.
The Certificate of Higher Education is online-only and designed for students who are used to self-directed study.
Get in touch and a JCU Advisor can help you decide if the Certificate of Education is the right course for you.
Please note: Some courses such as the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery have limited places and completing pre-requisite subjects as part of the Certificate of Higher Education does not guarantee a place.
Choose only the subject or subjects you need from:
Read more below.
Need another pre-requisite subject? Get in touch to find out your options.
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You can apply for the Certificate of Higher Education directly with JCU.
Please note: This website is intended as a general guide for domestic students only. Prospective students should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses.
Missing one or two high school subjects shouldn't mean you miss out of your desired career. The Certificate of Higher Education gives you a low-cost option to get your pre-requisites sorted in time to start uni. On successful completion you will be one step closer to meeting the entry requirements for your chosen course.
Plus online study means you can schedule your study to fit your lifestyle. If you only need one subject you could finish in only a few weeks.
Cost: $48.90 per subject in 2023.
Designed for students who do not have a C Achievement or better in Queensland Year 12 Mathematical Methods (3/4) or equivalent, and who require Mathematical Methods as a pre-requisite for any course at JCU.
Available: Next offering SP18 (November 2023 start), SP19 (January 2024 start).
Subject code: MA0020
Designed for students who do not have a C Achievement or better in Queensland Year 12 Chemistry (3/4) or their equivalents, and who require this as a pre-requisite for any course at JCU.
Available: Next offering SP18 (November 2023 start), SP19 (January 2024 start).
Subject code: CH0020
Designed for students who do not have a C Achievement or better in a Queensland Year 12 General Science subject (or equivalent), and who require an authority Science subject as a pre-requisite for the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or Bachelor of Education (Primary).
Available: Next offering SP84 (July 2023 start), SP3 (January 2024 start).
Subject code: ED0195
Designed for students who do not have a C Achievement or better in a Queensland Year 12 General Mathematics (3/4) or equivalent, and who require General Mathematics as a pre-requisite for any course at JCU.
Available: Next offering SP7 (June 2023 start), SP19 (January 2024 start).
Subject code: MA0022
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