Both universities have worked together to ensure a smooth transition for QUT and USC staff and students.

Professor Hill said USC seeks to maintain and expand the impressive educational platform established by QUT at Caboolture.

Both universities are committed to the future of higher education in the Caboolture region, and are resolved to act in the best interests of students, staff and the community.

The governing Councils of QUT and the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) agreed to transfer QUT’s Caboolture campus to USC from 8 January 2018.

Transition and timelines

How do I receive assistance if I have a specific question? If you have any general questions please contact 3138 2000 or contact us via email at askqut@qut.edu.au For information regarding USC, please visit USC's website or contact USC's Student Central via email at information@usc.edu.au. For specific QUT degree related information, contact your faculty. Creative Industries Faculty Phone: 3138 8114 Email: ci@qut.edu.au QUT Business School Phone: 3138 2050 Email: bus@qut.edu.au Faculty of Education Phone: 3138 3947 Email: educationenq@qut.edu.au School of Nursing Phone: 3138 3824 Email: nursing@qut.edu.au

Impact on your studies

What are the options available for students who had intended to apply to QTAC for QUT Caboolture in 2018? There will be no QUT course offerings at Caboolture campus in 2018 and beyond. USC will be offering courses at Caboolture from 2018.

What are the options for students who are currently admitted into QUT Caboolture, but not enrolled in a course in 2017? The circumstances of admitted students who are not enrolled will be considered individually.

Will I still graduate from QUT if I finish my course after 2017? If you have successfully completed 96 credit points (8 standard subjects) of your degree at QUT then you are eligible to graduate with a QUT degree.

I only have 6 subjects completed and need to complete a first year subject next year, will I still be able to complete a QUT degree under the transition arrangements? As long as you have completed at least 96 CP (8 standard subjects) of QUT studies, you will be able to graduate with a QUT degree under the transition arrangements, even if some of your ongoing studies are delivered by USC. Please contact your faculty for further advice. Creative Industries Faculty Phone: 3138 8114 Email: ci@qut.edu.au QUT Business School Phone: 3138 2050 Email: bus@qut.edu.au Faculty of Education Phone: 3138 3947 Email: educationenq@qut.edu.au School of Nursing Phone: 3138 3824 Email: nursing@qut.edu.au

If I am on a leave of absence, or want to apply for a leave of absence, how will this affect me? Students on leave of absence should contact their faculty to discuss their options. Students transferring to USC and wanting to apply for a leave of absence will need to transfer their enrolment and then apply for leave of absence (LOA) with USC. Students wanting to complete their studies cross-institutionally who want to take a leave of absence should apply for cross-institutional study once they return from leave.

Will USC have an Orientation program for transferring students, including how to use learning resources and systems? Yes. Details on the Orientation program for transferring and cross-institutional students will be provided once finalised.

Will USC help us in regards to their procedures surrounding class registration and subject enrolment? USC will offer assistance to students. USC Student Central will be located at Caboolture campus in J Block, Level 1 from 8 January 2018.

Will USC cancel classes at Caboolture if there are insufficient class numbers? USC have advised they hope this will not happen as there could potentially be new students on the campus as Sippy Downs students may elect to undertake subjects at Caboolture.

How drastically will the timetable change? The timetables for QUT and USC have been finalised for 2018. Both timetables reflect a similar approach in teaching hours and delivery.

Can I access a USC timetable before registration to help me plan my study, work and personal commitments? If remaining at the Caboolture campus, you will be given a USC log-in and you can access timetable information when available.

Are we at risk of USC delivering virtual lectures, rather than face-to-face? USC have advised that most subjects will have on-campus lectures. USC is focussed on class based, on-campus delivery of undergraduate programs.

Will lectures be recorded? Lecture recordings will be made available. In the first instance, students will access the Sippy Downs recording of equivalent lecture material.

Will USC offer all years, all subjects for all students that choose to continue studying at Caboolture? USC have advised that they will be offering all years for programs offered at Caboolture from 2018, with the exception of Creative Industries, which is planned for a first year offering only in 2018.

Can I study part-time? Yes you can, but some subjects will only be offered in one semester, so your degree duration may be extended further. Please be aware that USC may have different processes and key dates to abide by.

What happens to my HECS loan if I transfer to USC or become a cross institutional student? If you transfer to USC, a checklist will be included with your offer for enrolment at USC which will require you to re-complete the forms to defer your debt. If you remain a QUT student and study cross-institutionally, QUT will confirm your financial status and USC will apply the same arrangement.

Studying cross-institutionally

What is cross-institutional study? Studying cross-institutionally means if you are enrolled at a university you can study subjects at other universities to gain credit towards your degree. In the specific case of Caboolture, you can remain at the Caboolture campus as a QUT student, but can enrol into USC subjects to finish off your degree. This is designed for students who have completed 96 credit points with QUT. If this is your preferred option, you are encouraged to contact your faculty for a detailed study plan. For students with less than 96 credit points, contact your faculty for assistance. QUT Business School Phone: 3138 2050 Email: bus@qut.edu.au Faculty of Education Phone: 3138 3947 Email: educationenq@qut.edu.au School of Nursing Phone: 3138 3824 Email: nursing@qut.edu.au Creative Industries Faculty Phone: 3138 8114 Email: ci@qut.edu.au

If I study cross-institutionally, am I a QUT or USC student? If you choose to graduate with a QUT degree and study some of your subjects cross-institutionally with USC at the Caboolture campus, you are a QUT student.

What will be taught at Caboolture if students choose to exit with a QUT degree? Students who have completed 96 credit points will be able to graduate with a QUT degree and complete subjects cross-institutionally with USC at the Caboolture campus. USC will be offering programs in Accountancy, Business, Creative Industries, Education and Nursing from 2018 and have indicated their interested in expanding their program offerings at the Caboolture campus into the future.

Am I able to complete my degree without any delay if I remain a QUT student and stay at Caboolture (and complete my subjects cross-institutionally with USC). Students who have completed 96 credit points will be able to graduate with a QUT degree and complete subjects cross-institutionally with USC at the Caboolture campus. Course progression maps have been provided for each program under the discipline tabs on the FAQ site. For further information, please contact your Faculty for a study plan that will detail the timeframes required to complete. QUT Business School Phone: 3138 2050 Email: bus@qut.edu.au Faculty of Education Phone: 3138 3947 Email: educationenq@qut.edu.au School of Nursing Phone: 3138 3824 Email: nursing@qut.edu.au Creative Industries Faculty Phone: 3138 8114 Email: ci@qut.edu.au

If I study cross-institutionally at USC but remain a QUT student, will I be able to apply for a QUT Equity Scholarship? As a QUT student you will have access to QUT’s Equity Scholarship Scheme. Further information can be found on the QUT Student Equity Scholarships Scheme page.

Will students studying cross-institutionally with USC log into the USC or QUT Blackboard? You would access the Blackboard site for your QUT or USC subject. If you are studying USC subjects you would log into the USC Blackboard site. Similarly, if you are studying a QUT subject, you would log onto the QUT Blackboard site. Therefore, you will require separate log-ins for both institutions.

Will QUT students have the same swipe access to facilities such as N Block? From 2018, facilities previously managed by QUT will be managed by USC. Therefore, access will be via a USC access system.

If students study cross-institutionally with USC at Caboolture, can they change to study with QUT at Kelvin Grove or Gardens Point later? Yes, cross-institutional students can return to study subjects at QUT’s city campuses. Contact the relevant faculty for advice prior to changing.

If we study cross-institutionally, can we pick and choose subjects at USC Caboolture, as well as subjects at QUT KG/GP? This may be possible, however it is recommended that you seek advice from your faculty in regards to an appropriate study plan. QUT Business School Phone: 3138 2050 Email: bus@qut.edu.au Faculty of Education Phone: 3138 3947 Email: educationenq@qut.edu.au School of Nursing Phone: 3138 3824 Email: nursing@qut.edu.au Creative Industries Faculty Phone: 3138 8114 Email: ci@qut.edu.au

What will be the process for applying for Commonwealth Support Places / Fee Help if I remain a QUT student but complete my subjects cross-institutionally with USC? Once approval is given by your faculty to study cross-institutionally with USC, you will need to submit HELP forms to USC and complete the enrolment processes as prescribed by USC. Information on these processes will be provided to students before the end of semester 2.

Is there a time limit for cross-institutional studies? It is understood there is no time limit for cross-institutional studies, however there may be different processes and dates to abide by. Contact your faculty if you require further information.

How will cross-institutional studies affect my GPA? Cross-institutional subjects currently don’t count towards your final GPA as they are credit for subjects undertaken. You will receive an academic transcript from USC which will detail your academic performance in the cross-institutional subjects. If you are applying for health positions include copies of both USC and QUT transcripts.

How will my grades be recorded if I study as a cross-institutional student and graduate from QUT? The grades you receive for units undertaken with QUT will appear on your QUT transcript. The grades you receive from units (USC refers to these as courses) undertaken at USC will appear on your USC transcript. When you pass approved units (courses) at USC they will be recorded as advanced standing on your QUT transcript without a grade recorded and will not be included in your QUT Grade Point Average (GPA) calculation. It is more common than you think for students to have more than one transcript to support completion of their degree. You should present all transcripts relevant to your degree when evidence of your studies is required.

I only have 5 subjects left and want to stay at Caboolture, is my best option to complete the rest of my subjects with USC cross-institutionally? Yes, as long as the 5 subjects you have left are offered by USC and in the semesters you require. Ensure you contact your Faculty to confirm which cross-institutional subjects you can undertake. QUT Business School Phone: 3138 2050 Email: bus@qut.edu.au Faculty of Education Phone: 3138 3947 Email: educationenq@qut.edu.au School of Nursing Phone: 3138 3824 Email: nursing@qut.edu.au Creative Industries Faculty Phone: 3138 8114 Email: ci@qut.edu.au

If I study cross-institutionally, can I choose to do subjects at Sippy Downs as I live on the Sunshine Coast? Yes, you may choose to do this. However, it is recommended that you contact your faculty to confirm which cross-institutional subjects you can undertake. QUT Business School Phone: 3138 2050 Email: bus@qut.edu.au Faculty of Education Phone: 3138 3947 Email: educationenq@qut.edu.au School of Nursing Phone: 3138 3824 Email: nursing@qut.edu.au Creative Industries Faculty Phone: 3138 8114 Email: ci@qut.edu.au

As a cross-institutional student, will I still be able to work at the campus (e.g. Student Ambassador, Campus Life Leader, Robotics Ambassador or similar roles)? There may be student roles available. Further information will be made available once known.

Will I be able to renew my QUT ID card or make payments to QUT at Caboolture campus? Unfortunately, the transfer to USC meants that we will not have access to QUT systems. Contact HiQ on 1318 2000 or askqut@qut.edu.au if you need assistance with these matters.

Transferring to a city campus

If all students transfer to a city campus, will there be enough places available? Yes. All Caboolture students will be able to transfer to their equivalent course at Kelvin Grove or Gardens Point.

I'm worried we will lose the personal touch at the larger campuses that we’ve become used to at the smaller Caboolture campus. Students need to take that into consideration when deciding whether to continue at Caboolture or transfer to Kelvin Grove or Gardens Point.

If I transfer to the city campuses, is there an opportunity for access to a travel bursary to subsidise an increase in expenses to travel to the city campuses? As a QUT student you will have access to QUT’s Equity Scholarship Scheme. Further information can be found on the QUT Student Equity Scholarships Scheme site.

If I transfer to the city campuses, am I still able to do my Nursing or Education practical placement in the Caboolture region? Education students: The Faculty of Education will identify previous Caboolture students to ensure that they are given professional experience in the Caboolture area. Nursing students: The InPlace computer program uses residential address postcodes to allocate students to clinical practice locations. If you live in the Caboolture area you will have access to placements in this area, however all placements may not be at Caboolture hospital.

Transferring to University of the Sunshine Coast

Tell me more about the University of the Sunshine Coast The University of the Sunshine Coast opened in 1996, and was the first greenfield university to be established in Australia since 1975. The University serves the Queensland Coast from Hervey Bay to Moreton Bay, with campuses at Sippy Downs, Gympie, Southbank in Brisbane and study centres at Fraser Island, Noosa, Caboolture and North Lakes. It is renowned for its student support, work-integrated learning, and innovative study programs.

How far is Sippy Downs campus from Caboolture if we have to travel there for studies? Approximately 30 minutes by car. USC already provides a subsidised shuttle bus service that travels from North Lakes via Caboolture to the Sippy Downs campus.

What degrees will the University of the Sunshine Coast offer at Caboolture in 2018 and beyond? At this time, USC plans to offer at least the same (or equivalent) degrees as those that are currently available through QUT at Caboolture from Semester 1, 2018. USC will also investigate opportunities for additional degrees over the coming months, and will make this information available on its website as soon as decisions are finalised. USC will continue to align its degree offering with the needs of local industries and the wider Caboolture community.

If students decide to transfer to USC will they receive credit for all successfully completed QUT subjects and take into account and previous studies, e.g, Diploma of Nursing? Students can submit a request for a credit assessment directly with USC. Email credit@usc.edu.au for more information.

If transferring, how many USC standard subjects do I need to complete to be eligible for a USC degree? Transferring students will need at least 96 credit points or 8 standard subjects to graduate with a USC degree. For students with less than 8 standard subjects to complete, please contact your Faculty for advice. Creative Industries Faculty Phone: 3138 8114 Email: ci@qut.edu.au QUT Business School Phone: 3138 2050 Email: bus@qut.edu.au Faculty of Education Phone: 3138 3947 Email: educationenq@qut.edu.au School of Nursing Phone: 3138 3824 Email: nursing@qut.edu.au

If students want to transfer to USC will they have to apply through QTAC and pay a fee? USC and QUT have a direct admission process so that application through QTAC will not be required.

Will students have to pay additional administration fees, e.g. SSAF payments at USC? No, if you're studying cross-institutionally QUT will adjust the SSAF charges for QUT subjects to ensure SSAF payments are not overcharged to students.

How will potential legislation changes (Higher Education Reform) affect me if I transfer to USC from 2018 if I’m a permanent resident (or NZ citizen)? Will I still be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place if I transfer to USC? Any legislation changes will affect ‘new’ students (and students that transfer will technically be considered as new USC students). If the legislation is passed, new students would need to pay international fees, so it may be wiser to stay at QUT in a Commonwealth Supported Place.

Are the accreditation standards the same for a USC Nursing or Teaching degree as a QUT Nursing or Teaching degree? Education students QUT and USC Bachelor of Education degrees are accredited with AITSL and ACECQA (for Early Childhood). They are both recognised in Queensland and interstate as meeting the requirements for teacher registration. Nursing students Both QUT and USC degrees are accredited by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board for students who successfully complete to be eligible for registration as a nurse with AHPRA.

Does USC have the same holidays as QUT? There are differences between QUT and USC’s 2018 Academic Calendars. QUT Academic Calendar 2018 USC Academic Calendar (semester-based) 2018

Support services available for Caboolture students

I have a disability plan with QUT, how do I give consent for QUT to forward the plan to USC? A copy of your current plan and/or your medical documentation can be sent to USC Disability Services by sending your request to QUT Disability Services at student.disability@qut.edu.au or you can provide your own copy of the plan directly to USC Disability Support at DisabilitySupport@usc.edu.au. Please note that USC will be guided by its own policies and procedures when developing a plan for you and it may not necessarily replicate your QUT plan.

Can I still access the Foodbank and the Caboolture Campus Student Assistance Scheme? The USC Student Guild are planning to offer a Foodbank service and similar support services. The USC Student Guild will have a presence on campus and can assist with advocacy, welfare advice, and referrals to other support services. The Caboolture Campus Assistance Scheme was a QUT Caboolture initiative and will not be continued in its present form. Details of what will be offered at Caboolture campus will be worked through in 2018.

What QUT support services (such as counselling, financial, learning and disability services) will be available next year for cross-institutional students? On-campus support services for QUT cross-institutional students through USC. Please note, all QUT students can still access QUT welfare and support services offered at the city campuses.

I am studying a combination of QUT and USC subjects in 2018 You are considered a QUT student who is studying cross-institutionally. You can continue to access the following services provided by QUT by contacting HiQ on 3138 2000, via chat or by emailing askqut@qut.edu.au. If convenient, you can also drop into a HiQ on campus at Kelvin Grove or Gardens Point. Health and welfare services Financial support through the QUT Equity Scholarships Scheme Welfare services including emergency and work-integrated learning bursaries Careers and employment advice ATSI student support (Oodgeroo Unit) Grievance handling Support for learning provided by QUT Focus on academic writing support STIMulate online group study and peer learning support via phone Leadership, Development and Innovation Program (Gardens Point or Kelvin Grove) Support for learning provided by USC Learning support for USC subjects Access to computers, IT and print services with USC username and password Library services provided by QUT Borrow library resources for QUT collection (in person at Gardens Point or Kelvin Grove) Borrow resources from QUT Reserve collection (in person at Gardens Point or Kelvin Grove) Online access to electronic library resources and databases from QUT Access to QUT inter-library loans and document delivery Place holds on QUT items (posted to home address) Library services provided by USC Borrow library resources from USC collection Inter-campus loans from USC collection Borrow short loan resources from US collection Borrow curriculum collection resources from USC collection (education students only) Access electronic library resources and databases from USC Place holds on USC resources

I am only studying QUT subjects in 2018 You can continue to access the following services provided by QUT by contacting HiQ on 3138 2000, via chat or by emailing askqut@qut.edu.au. If convenient, you can also drop into a HiQ on campus at Kelvin Grove or Gardens Point. Health and welfare services Financial support through the QUT Equity Scholarships Scheme Welfare services including emergency and work-integrated learning bursaries Careers and employment advice ATSI student support (Oodgeroo Unit) Grievance handling Support for learning provided by QUT Focus on academic writing support STIMulate online group study and peer learning support via phone Leadership, Development and Innovation Program (Gardens Point or Kelvin Grove) Library services provided by QUT Borrow library resources for QUT collection (in person at Gardens Point or Kelvin Grove) Borrow resources from QUT Reserve collection (in person at Gardens Point or Kelvin Grove) Online access to electronic library resources and databases from QUT Access to QUT inter-library loans and document delivery Place holds on QUT items (posted to home address)

Supporting the Caboolture community

How will USC engage with/contribute to the Caboolture community? Like QUT, USC is committed to promoting wide-ranging and enduring benefits to the communities it serves. USC already has a close relationship with schools and the community in Caboolture, and sees the campus transfer as an opportunity to consolidate and increase this engagement. USC currently have 400 students enrolled from Caboolture and Morayfield, and a total of 1,400 students from across the Moreton Bay region.

Will there still be QUT outreach to prospective students in the Moreton Bay region? Yes, QUT has proudly nurtured university education in the area for 15 years, and will continue to do so. QUT will follow through with our school outreach activities under the Commonwealth HEPP Program. QUT values our long-standing partnerships with schools and the community and will continue our work in the region.

Will USC close the Caboolture campus when the Petrie campus opens? USC intends to continue to offer degrees at the Caboolture campus once the Petrie campus has opened.

When the Petrie campus opens can Caboolture students transfer there? Yes, if the degree is offered there.

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