About the Outreach Program

The Griffith Outreach Program is funded through the Higher Education Participation and Partnerships Program (HEPPP) to widen aspiration, improve access, and promote the value of higher education to people from a low socio-economic status (SES) background, persons from regional areas and remote areas, and Indigenous persons.

The suite of programs we've developed support students as they progress through high school in establishing ambition and growing self-efficacy in one’s own behaviour, as well as instilling motivation in pursuing excellence in both school and further opportunities.

The Griffith University Schools Engagement Team works in close partnership with selected schools in delivering programs with ongoing touchpoints from Year 7 to Year 12

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Sustainable Development Goals

Griffith University is aligned with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is committed to providing inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all.

Year 7

Survival Guide to High School

Offered in Term 1 and Term 2

The Survival Guide to High School workshop helps students understand that what they do now, in Year 7, matters. This workshop helps students develop their own personal compass to guide them through high school as they navigate challenges and develop resilience. The workshop includes:

  • study hacks
  • a healthy wellbeing tool kit
  • communication techniques to support healthy relationships
  • goal-setting exercises

Mindset Matters

Offered in Term 3 and Term 4

The Mindset Matters workshop encourages positive self-expression and builds awareness of how one’s behaviour affects and impacts their relationships. Students will learn:

  • the foundations of growth vs a fixed mindset and how they can apply that to their own professional, academic and personal goals
  • strength-based identification
  • the connection between positive self-concept and mindset and how this impacts their discovery of their values.

Year 8

Value-Based Leadership

Offered in Term 1 and Term 2

Building on the Year 7 Mindset Matters workshop, this workshop further explores how values can translate into positive leadership skills. It covers:

  • the importance of leadership skills and how they are essential to students at every stage of life
  • identifying sources of confidence through the discovery of students' values and leadership skills
  • identifying potential opportunities to develop these skills further in their school community
  • emotional resilience and motivational techniques to cope with constant changes.

Year 9

Uncover Your Calling

Offered in Term 3 and Term 4

After completing a careers quiz, students participating in this workshop will be given resources and steps to start exploring career options that align with their motivations and values. Students will be split into groups based on their results, where they will explore how to harness their strengths in their future studies and their career. This workshop covers:

  • strength identification
  • matching potential careers to these strengths
  • the concepts of life-long learning and an ever-changing career
  • subjects students should pursue to reach identified career goals.

Future 4 Me

Offered in Term 3 and Term 4

This on-campus experience day is designed for the whole Year 9 cohort, regardless of their pathways, to highlight the importance of 21st century skills. Further elaborating on the concepts taught in the Uncover Your Calling workshop, this on-campus experience introduces students to the concept of globalisation, collaboration and automation

Students will have a fun experience exploring the Griffith campus through an interactive scavenger hunt, as well as exposure to different industries to help demystify university and build study aspirations.

Year 10

Entrepreneurial Thinkers - Part 1

Offered in Term 2 and Term 3

In the current workforce, entrepreneurial skills such as innovation, agility, and problem-solving are crucial for success. This two-part workshop series helps students develop a mindset that can adapt to change, be resilient, and thrive in the future workforce. Students will explore a social impact issue that aligns with their passions to support the development of the skills highlighted in this workshop.

Entrepreneurial Thinkers - Part 2

Offered in Term 2 and Term 3

Part 2 of the Entrepreneurial Thinkers workshop builds on the work done in Part 1. Students will collaborate in small groups to apply and practise the skills they have developed in innovation, agility and problem solving to solve social impact issue.

Year 11

How to Survive and Thrive in Senior Studies

Offered in Term 1 and Term 2

This workshop supports students to create their personal toolbox of wellbeing strategies to use when times get challenging as they progress through their final years of school. The workshop will explore evidence-based strategies on how to manage stress and handle exam pressure. Students will be able to understand how change and growth may impact their mental and physical health. This workshop will not only aid in enhancing their wellbeing for school but allow students to build their resilience to thrive in their chosen career pathway.

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Future Self On-Campus Experience

Offered in Term 1 and 2

The Future Self On-Campus Experience provides students a practical opportunity to explore the campus and experience specific industries based on interest areas. School students will engage with tertiary students from similar backgrounds who have overcome barriers into higher education, and be provided support in creating plans to meet requirements in their chosen field of study. This day includes:

  • a leadership and careers workshop
  • networking with academics and current students
  • tailored discipline-specific workshops

This  experience is designed for students who are university-bound or considering university as an option in the future.

Please note, this experience will be combined with minimum of two schools per visit to give students an opportunity to expand their networks prior to commencing university.

Year 12

Year 13 and Beyond

Offered in Term 1 and Term 2

The Year 13 and Beyond workshop summaries the key principles students have developed over the course of the Griffith Outreach Program. This workshop is future focused and sees students being to plan their Year 13 through breakout groups.

Group 1: Employment

  • resume writing
  • employability skills
  • communication skills
  • finance tips and tricks

Group 2: Higher Education (TAFE/University)

  • successful transition into university or TAFE
  • what to expect in your first year
  • finance tips and tricks
  • how to apply for scholarships

QTAC Workshop

Offered in Term 3 and Term 4

The QTAC application is the first step in a student's journey into university. The process is a necessary step but can sometimes be overwhelming, creating a barrier to university entry. This workshop is designed to support students through the vital steps towards submitting their application, including:

  • how to preference
  • key application dates
  • changing your preferences
  • enrolment process after students are accepted
  • Educational Access Scheme
  • student support services available.

Partnered Schools

  • Alexandra Hills State High School
  • Beaudesert State High School
  • Beenleigh State High School
  • Benowa State High School
  • Browns Plains State High School
  • Capalaba State College
  • Coombabah State High School
  • Flagstone State Community College
  • Forest Lake State High School
  • Foxwell State Secondary College
  • Glenala State High School
  • Keebra Park State High School
  • Kingston State College
  • Loganlea State High School
  • Mabel Park State High School
  • MacGregor State High School
  • Marsden State High School
  • Nerang State High School
  • Pacific Pines State High School
  • Palm Beach-Currumbin State High School
  • Park Ridge State High School
  • Pimpama State Secondary College
  • Queensland Pathways State College
  • Rochedale State High School
  • Runcorn State High School
  • Shailer Park State High School
  • Southport State High School
  • Springwood State High School
  • Sunnybank State High School
  • Upper Coomera State College
  • Victoria Point State High School
  • Windaroo Valley State High School
  • Woodridge State High School
  • Yarrabilba State Secondary College
  • Yeronga State High School

Booking requests

Please send all booking requests to outreach@griffith.edu.au or directly to your allocated School Engagement Officer (SEO).

Ensure that you include:

  • workshop name and year level
  • approximate number of students
  • preferred dates and times (we will do our best to work with you on your preferred date).

Your allocated SEO will be in contact to confirm the booking.

You will also receive an email at the start of each term confirming upcoming bookings with your school. We ask that you schedule this into your school calendar and book the appropriate rooms required for the workshop.