Student for a Semester

2018

CALLING ALL AMBITIOUS YEAR 11 AND 12 STUDENTS FROM BRISBANE, GOLD COAST AND NORTHERN NSWDo you have what it takes to become a Bondy while you’re still in high school? As a Student for a Semester you’ll have a unique opportunity to launch your tertiary studies at Bond ahead of time.

Challenge yourself to achieve all that’s possible right now and gain a huge advantage for your future. You’ll be rewarded with an unforgettable experience, a global network of friends and the chance to gain credit towards your university studies.

You’ll enrol in a Bond subject, get your own Student ID card and attend a weekly lecture and tutorial.

Mix and mingle with other Bondies, learn from our leading academics and get involved in university life. Use our libraries and computer labs and dine in the on-campus cafes and restaurants.

Student for a Semester

STUDENT FOR A SEMESTER SUPPORTStudying at university as a high school student can be challenging. You’ll need to make time to attend your Bond University classes, prepare for tutorials and complete the assessments, all on top of your school work, but if your parents and school agree you’re capable, we recommend you apply.

We’ll guide you through your Bond journey by offering plenty of assistance, including full access to our Faculty Service Staff. As a Student for a Semester participant, you will also have your very own Bond Student Mentor to guide you through every step of the process; an experienced student who you can call upon any time during the semester to point you in the right direction, or meet you on campus for a chat.

Aquinas College graduate, current Bond University student and Student for a Semester MentorBachelor of International Relations / Bachelor of Laws

“Having participated in the Student for a Semester Program in Year 12, and now as a Student for a Semester Mentor, it has allowed me to see the benefits of the program from two perspectives. Attending lectures and tutorials, and having the guidance of a one-on-one mentor gave me a practical insight into life at university whilst still a high school student.

Being a mentor has allowed me to give back to students that same invaluable experience I received - whether that be through study techniques or simply helping them to settle in by creating long lasting friendships and connections.”

ROSE CAMILLELOPEZ

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“As a Year 11 student I completed the Bond University Student for a Semester Program. I found the experience invaluable. It provided me with an appreciation of university life, the opportunity to study programs that interested me, strengthen my career choices and was an opportunity to build confidence in my ability to transition to tertiary studies. The lecturers, tutors and mentors were supportive and I am grateful for the exposure.”

TEGAN SMITHStudent for a Semester ParticipantAttends Hillcrest Christian College

SUBJECT OPTIONSStudent for a Semester subjects cover a range of topics from law, to accounting, to advertising, to screenwriting. You can view a full list of subjects available in January, May and September 2018 on the following page.

Subjects and class times change each semester but many subjects offer after school tutorials, and early applicants will be given priority to these. Speak to your school first if you want to study a subject that falls within school hours. The full list of subjects and class times are available at bond.edu.au/sfs prior to each semester.

UNIVERSITY CREDITIf you successfully pass your Student for a Semester subject you may be able to use this credit towards your Bond University undergraduate degree*.

COSTSOur Student for a Semester subjects are offered at the exclusive rate of $250 per subject. Students may also need to purchase text books and other course materials.

*Direct subject credit will depend upon your chosen degree program and cannot be applied toward the Bachelor of Architectural Studies or the Bond Medical Program, due to the structure of these programs. Please check with Bond University or your alternative institution, prior to enrolment.

APPLYINGWe accept applications in each of our three semesters: January, May and September.

Applicants must be in the top 30% of their year level and have the support of their school to participate. Your school’s Career Advisor will be asked to verify this during the application process.

Students are allowed to complete a maximum of one subject as part of this program at the exclusive reduced Student for a Semester subject cost. For a full list of the Student for a Semester program terms and conditions, please refer to our Student Handbook at bond.edu.au/handbook.

Apply online via our application form bond.edu.au/apply.

APPLICATIONS OPEN• May 2018 semester: 16 March - 27 April, 2018• September 2018 semester: 13 July - 17 August, 2018• January 2019 semester: 9 November - 6 December, 2018

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SEMESTER SUBJECT TIMETABLE 2018

Faculty Subject January May September

Bond Business School

Accounting for Decision Making Y Y Y

Business Statistics Y Y Y

Elementary Maths Y Y Y

Marketing Y Y Y

Principles of Economics Y Y Y

Quantitative Methods Y Y Y

Sport Development Y

Sport Information Y

Core Curriculum Critical Thinking and Communication Y Y Y

Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine

Australia’s Health Issues and Priorities Y Y

Cell Biology Y Y

Chemistry for Living Systems Y Y

Food, Nutrition and Health Y Y

Principles of Human Structure and Function Y Y

Faculty of Law

Australian Government and Politics Y Y

Business Law Y Y Y

Contemporary Issues in Law and Society Y Y Y

Faculty of Society & Design

Advertising Principles and Practice Y Y Y

Australian Popular Culture Y

Cultural and Ethical Values Y

Design Communication Y Y

Design Communication: Architectural Drawing Y

Design Communication: NURBS Modelling Y

Directing Actors Y

History and Theory: Ancient to Enlightenment Y

History and Theory: Industrial Revolution to Present Y

Human Communication Y Y Y

Introduction to International Relations Y Y Y

Introduction to Philosophy Y Y

Introduction to Psychology: Biology and Personality Y Y

Introduction to Psychology: Learning and Social Y Y

Major Australian Writing Y

Persuasive Speaking and Writing Y Y

Public Relations Principles and Practice Y Y Y

Screenwriting 1 Y Y

This table indicates the subjects that are available in our January, May and September semesters in 2018. Please note, this information is correct at the time of printing and is subject to change. Full subject timetables, including class and tutorial times, will be available online at least one week prior to applications opening online.

“Our students undertake the Bond University Student for a Semester Program for a number of reasons — to better understand courses they are considering when they leave school, to enhance their knowledge around subjects they are already studying as part of their school curriculum, and importantly as a way to challenge and enhance their learning and to discover what it is like to be a university student.

Students who complete the Bond University Student for a Semester Program often find their goals when they leave school become more tangible and more of a reality. The students have an increased level of confidence in their abilities and the motivation and hunger to strive to achieve their goals both while at school and beyond.”

Alison Weeks, Director of Careers and VET (Years 10 - 12)All Saints Anglican School

“Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School actively supports and encourages students to participate in the Student for a Semester program.

The students that complete the program gain confidence, acquire new skills and develop a greater understanding of university life. It helps students to cultivate and improve their time management skills, which they will need for school and university. The skills developed also flow back in to the classroom, as many of the skills gained are transferable and highly valuable for many subjects. I would highly recommend high achieving students to be involved in this program.”

Barry Woods, Careers Advisor / VET CoordinatorLindisfarne Anglican Grammar School

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Benowa State High School graduate and current Bond University Bachelor of Business student

“At 16, with a backpack full of books and a stomach full of butterflies I entered my first lecture at Bond and hoped for the best. In no time at all, I was making friends from all over the world, organising meetings with lecturers and learning about the profession I’d be contemplating for years.”

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Office of Future Students

Bond University

Gold Coast Queensland

4229 Australia

Toll free: 1800 074 074

Phone: 07 5595 2222

Email: sfs@bond.edu.au

bond.edu.au/experience

The information published in this document is correct at the time of printing (April 2018). However, all programs are subject to review by the Academic Senate of the University and the University reserves the right to change its program offerings and subjects without notice. The information published in this document is intended as a guide and persons considering an offer of enrolment should contact the relevant Faculty or Institute to see if any changes have been made before deciding to accept their offer.

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