Gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to enter an undergraduate degree
The EmpowerED University Preparation Program provides a pathway for applicants who don't meet the admission requirements for an undergraduate degree at Griffith.
In this free pathway program, you’ll have the opportunity to experience university life while building your confidence and academic study skills.
In EmpowerED, you'll gain fundamental knowledge and skills - including the essentials of critical reading, writing and referencing - in a supportive learning environment.
You'll be set up for success through four compulsory courses on university preparation, academic study skills, communication and academic research, and mathematics essentials. You can also tailor your study by choosing two elective courses in key subject areas such as science or leadership and innovation. You can even opt for a course dedicated to preparing you for career success, including the opportunity to craft a personalised employability plan.
If you're ready to start your journey to uni, EmpowerED is your bridge to success.
Apply now and be empowered to achieve your academic and personal goals and create your own brighter future.
EmpowerED University Preparation Program
Structure
The program consists of the following four compulsory courses:
- University Preparation
- Learning Strategies for University Success
- Academic Communication
- Maths Essentials
You must also complete two elective courses from the following:
- Science Fundamentals
- Innovation, Creativity and Leadership
- Career Pathways
Attendance information
This program is offered full-time and part-time at Gold Coast, Logan and online.
Each course is delivered in a 6-week block model with two, three-hour workshops per week.
Intakes
There are two intakes per year for the program commencing in January and July. It will take six months to complete this program on a full-time basis:
- January to June or
- July to December
On completion of the program, you will be able to easily transition to your preferred Griffith degree (subject to entry requirements) in the following trimester – please refer to Griffith’s Degree Finder for trimester intakes for each degree.
Fees
This is a free program.
How to apply
To be eligible for admission to this program you must:
- Be at least 17 (at commencement of intake) or have completed Year 12 in an Australian high school
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a Pacific Engagement visa holder or the holder of a permanent resident/humanitarian visa
- Meet the University's English Language Proficiency requirements.
English Language Proficiency requirements (for admission)
English Language Proficiency (ELP) can be met in a variety of ways. Most applicants will meet ELP requirements via the completion of secondary studies (Year 10 or higher) in Australia or another country that has been defined as having English as their first language according to Griffith’s Admission Schedule: English Language Proficiency.
If English is not your first language, and you have not met ELP via another means, you will need to have sufficient English skills to achieve an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in all subtests of an IELTS test.
Pathways to further study
Once you've successfully completed the EmpowerED University Preparation Program, you may be offered direct admission into a wide range of undergraduate degrees at Griffith University.
Guaranteed admission
If you successfully complete EmpowerED with a GPA of 4 or above, you will be eligible for guaranteed admission* into a range of degrees.
*Guaranteed admission applies to rank only. You must still meet all other requirements for admission such as additional prerequisites. For eligible degrees, refer to the list below.
Note: The Diploma of Education and Bachelor of Education require applicants to also meet the Maths Subject Prerequisite. The Maths Essentials course undertaken as part of the EmpowerED program meets the maths prerequisite for admission to Education programs.
Applying for other programs upon completion
If you wish to apply for other Griffith programs not included in the guaranteed admission list, you will be assessed on the completion of the EmpowerED program and awarded a rank based on the volume of study and the overall GPA achieved. You must still meet any other admission criteria. You will be able to apply via direct admission for most degrees upon completion of the EmpowerED program.
Please note that some exemptions will apply for programs with additional entry criteria and/or quota managed programs where admission is via QTAC only.
Below shows examples of the selection ranks you can achieve from successfully completing the full EmpowerED University Preparation Program.
| Grade Point Average (on a 7 point scale) | Selection rank (1.5 trimesters full time) |
|---|---|
| 6.5+ | 86 |
| 6.25 - 6.49 | 85 |
| 6.00 - 6.24 | 84 |
| 5.50 - 5.74 | 82 |
| 5.00 - 5.24 | 80 |
| 4.50 - 4.74 | 78 |
| 4.25 - 4.49 | 77 |
| 4.00 - 4.24 | 75 |
Education and Nursing, post completion of EmpowerED
If you are interested in applying for the Diploma of Education, Bachelor of Education, Diploma of Nursing Science or the Bachelor of Nursing, and you didn’t complete all your schooling in Australia, you should refer to the English language requirements for the degree and contact Griffith’s Domestic Admissions team should you require any clarification.
#The Diploma of Nursing Science program of study is not yet accredited by ANMAC or approved by the NMBA and will not lead to registration as a nurse or midwife in Australia under the approved qualification pathway, National Law Section 53a.