University Preparation Courses
We offer two University Preparation Courses which are alternative entry pathways to ECU:
- The University Preparation Course (UPC)
- University Preparation Course (Education Assistant Program)
A specialist alternative entry pathway designed to enable Education Assistants to selected undergraduate teaching degrees at ECU
The University Preparation Course (UPC)
The University Preparation Course (UPC) is an alternative entry pathway to ECU. It prepares students for university level study by teaching the required skills for academic success with an emphasis on the student becoming an independent learner.
It provides an intensive orientation to university life at ECU and includes course and career information to assist students in making informed decisions about undergraduate degree selection.
The UPC fulfils minimum admission requirements into ECU.
On successful completion of the UPC students are eligible for entry to a wide range of undergraduate courses, dependent on pre-requisites, minimum TER requirements and available places.
The UPC consists of four compulsory units and can be completed in one semester of full-time study or two semesters of part-time study. See more course information >>
University Preparation Course (Education Assistant Program)
The University Preparation Course (Education Assistant Program) is an alternative entry pathway to selected undergraduate teaching degrees at ECU.
The UPC (Education Assistant Program) is designed to enable Teacher/Education Assistants to understand how they can effectively support teachers in facilitating children's learning in a primary or secondary school setting
The UPC (Education Assistant Program) is a part-time course which consists of four compulsory units which can be studied over a year. See more course information >>
Entry Requirements?
These University Preparation Courses are open to school leavers, recent school graduates under 20 years of age and non school leavers.
Applicants to the University Preparation Course (Education Assistant Program) need to demonstrate a genuine interest in childen and learning.
Information for School Leavers
Information for Non School Leavers
Submitting your Application
Information about how to submit your Application for Admission into one of our Unversity Preparation Courses can be found on our School Leavers and Non School Leavers pages.