University Programs
For SACE students who achieve excellent results in their Year 11 subjects at the college, study at one of the state’s universities can replace one of their Year 12 subject choices in a similar way to which an IB Diploma Programme subject would
Information sessions for students currently in Year 11 are run during Term 3 each year.
Each of the universities ask that schools support applications from students based on their demonstrated independence as learners and academic preparation. To ensure our students understand the demands of balancing tertiary study with their learning at the college, we run a rigorous internal application process before offering our recommendation. This process commences in Term 4 and involves students writing a personal statement, asking teachers for subject based recommendations and attending an interview with the Director of Teaching and Learning.
Students who are successful in their internal application then decide which of the university programs will be most beneficial to their future tertiary pathways. These programs offer a significant opportunity for academic challenge for boys who are our academic high achievers.
Headstart at the University of Adelaide
This is a scholarship program offering gifted and highly-motivated students the chance to challenge themselves beyond the Year 12 curriculum. The Headstart selection process is competitive and successful applicants study two courses of first-year university on campus with the undergraduate cohort.
Information about Headstart including the universities information sessions and brochures are available at https://www.adelaide.edu.au/headstart/.
We were thrilled to celebrate the success of our first cohort of Headstart students in 2023 when four Year 12 boys enjoyed excellent results in a range of subjects at the university.
Extension Studies at Flinders University
The Flinders program provides the opportunity for mature and high-achieving students to complement or extend their Stage 2 studies. Successful applicants from PAC can study courses at the Flinders City campus or fully online. Extension Studies is offered on a part scholarship basis with fees varying per course.
Information about Extension Studies including courses offered, fees and how to apply is available at https://www.flinders.edu.au/study/schools-teachers/extension-studies.
The University of South Australia also offers a program for Year 12 students to undertake business related courses which they offer fully online in ten week blocks during two study periods.
For more information about including a university program in Year 12 SACE at Prince Alfred College, please contact Lisa Roe, Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning : SACE via email at lroe@pac.edu.au.