Chrysalis

Assessment

Students are assessed as being competent across all subjects for the purposes of being awarded the Certificate IV in University Preparation a nationally recognised qualification. If a student achieves a pass/competent grade or higher in all five subjects they will receive the Cert IV in University Preparation.

Assessment for entry to UQ

Students are also assessed for entry to specific courses at The University of Queensland. For this purpose assessment requirements may vary depending on the subject, but normally comprise of two examination papers, one or two assignments, laboratory practical work (if relevant) and seminar participation.

Final grades will take into account all of these items of assessment. All subjects are graded on a 7 point scale where

7 High Distinction 85-100%
6 Distinction 75-84%
5 Credit 65-74%
4 Pass/Competent 50-64%
3 Low Pass 47-49%
2 Fail 25-46%
1 Low Fail 1-24%

Students must achieve a minimum GPA 4 to enter any undergraduate course at UQ.

English Language Competency

  • English language competency will be determined via the grade achieved for AE (Academic English for University Studies).
  • A grade of 5 will be accepted for entry to the majority of undergraduate courses at UQ.
  • Students may also provide evidence of English competency in the form of an IELTS score of 6.5 (with a minimum of band 6 in the writing test).
  • Students whose prior qualifications already meet those needed for undergraduate entry ie GCE 'O' level, Australian High School Certificate Pass etc will not be required to provide further evidence.

Higher IELTS requirements for some courses

  • Students wishing to enter courses where a higher level of English language competency is required eg Law, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology and others, will need to obtain an IELTS score above 6.5. For further and current information on IELTS requirements please contact info@fdn.uq.edu.au