Schools

UAC on the road

UAC’s Community Engagement team meets hundreds of students, careers advisers and parents at events throughout NSW and the ACT. We're always keen to talk to you about applying for tertiary study and we can answer your questions about:

  • the ATAR
  • HSC subject choices
  • adjustment factors
  • selection processes.

Come along and see us at one of the events listed on the key dates page (select 'Events'). Or if you're interested in UAC coming to your school to talk to your students, parents and staff, take a look at our school presentation guidelines. Careers advisers are also invited to attend our professional development days.

School presentations

Every year we run dozens of in-school information sessions on the ATAR and applying to uni. We deliver accurate, easy-to-understand presentations and allow plenty of time for questions from students, parents and staff. There is a high demand for this service and, unfortunately, we can’t get to everyone, so we’ve created some guidelines for requesting a presentation:

  • Our presentation takes 45 minutes. Adequate time needs to be allocated either within or outside regular school hours.
  • Single schools must have a minimum of 250 students and parents in attendance.
  • If your school can’t meet the minimum attendance requirement, join up with one or two neighbouring schools.
  • If you are in a regional area, check when UAC will be at an event near you, then join up with other schools and request a presentation around that date. If you are in a regional area and can’t work around the date that we will be in your region, please ask us about alternative options.

To deliver an effective presentation, we require access to a laptop connected to a projector and screen, and a microphone if in an auditorium.

Download the UAC presentation request form and full guidelines. Complete the form and send it to ce@uac.edu.au.

UAC Days

These professional development days are for careers advisers, year advisers and other senior secondary staff who advise students about subject selection, the ATAR and applying to uni.

The morning session explains the calculation of the ATAR and strengthens understanding of the scaling tables by involving participants in exercises and discussion. The afternoon session provides information on all things UAC, including Schools Recommendation Schemes (SRS), Educational Access Schemes (EAS), and the UAC application process. There will also be time for you to ask specific questions.

Dates and venues will be published as they are confirmed.

Upcoming events

16 Oct 2024

UAC webinar: From Obstacles to Opportunities: How the Educational Access Scheme Can Help You Enter Uni

6pm | Discover how the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) can potentially increase your selection rank and improve your chances of getting into your desired course. Learn about the specific circumstances/educational challenges you can claim and the supporting documents you'll need to provide. This session will guide you through every application step and deadline.

Watch live on the UAC Digital YouTube channel.

30 Oct 2024

UAC webinar: Your Ultimate Guide to Boosting your UAC University Application and Taking Advantage of Early Offers

6pm | Unlock the secrets of the university application process as we take a detailed look into UAC preferences and offers. Learn how adjustment factors can boost your selection rank, discover strategies for your preference list, and get up to speed on managing different types of offers (including early offers through the Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS)).

Watch live on the UAC Digital YouTube channel.

13 Nov 2024

UAC webinar: Unlocking Opportunities: Pathways to Uni

6pm | This webinar charts the many pathways to a university degree. Explore pathway courses such as foundation programs, diplomas and certificates, and the potential to fast-track into the second year of a degree. Learn about the credits and articulation agreements that make these options a seamless bridge to higher education.

Whether you're exploring different interests or you've faced setbacks in meeting degree entry requirements, this session offers guidance and practical advice on paving your way to success.

Watch live on the UAC Digital YouTube channel.

17 Dec 2024

UAC webinar: How to Review Your UAC Application Following Your ATAR Result

6pm | Demystify the impact of your ATAR on your uni application. Whether you're fine-tuning your course preferences or contemplating your next steps if you receive an offer, this session is your roadmap to success.

This session will equip you with the knowledge to:

  • make the most of adjustment factors and their potential to boost your selection rank
  • know when to change your course preferences
  • receive and manage multiple offers
  • defer your studies if you wish to take a gap year.
Watch live on the UAC Digital YouTube channel.

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