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Scroll through the information below to check out the wide variety of events occurring in 2012 including Open Days, information forums and program specific events.
You can also view the CQUniversity 2012 Queensland calendar of events by clicking here. To download the wall planner, right click on the link and select “save target as”. If you are a new or current CQUniversity student or staff member please refer to the key dates published in the University handbook.
Whether you are about to finish school, want to progress your chosen career or are looking for a new direction, Open Day is the perfect opportunity to find out everything you want and need to know about your future study options.
Come to Open Day and explore CQUniversity Australia and take the first step towards your new career - let us help you be what you want to be.
WHAT: Brisbane Campus Open Day
WHEN: 11am - 2pm, 15 July 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Brisbane
WHAT: Gold Coast Campus Open Day
WHEN: 11am - 2pm, 22 July 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Gold Coast
WHAT: Melbourne Campus Open Day
WHEN: 11am - 2pm, 22 July 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Melbourne
WHAT: Sydney Campus Open Day
WHEN: 11am - 2pm, 29 July 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Sydney
WHAT: Gladstone Campus Open Day
WHEN: 3pm - 7pm, 3 August 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Gladstone
WHAT: Noosa Campus Open Day
WHEN: 10am - 2pm, 5 August 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Noosa
WHAT: Bundaberg Campus Open Day
WHEN: 10am - 2pm, 12 August 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Bundaberg
WHAT: Mackay Campus Open Day
WHEN: 10am - 2pm, 19 August 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Mackay
WHAT: Rockhampton Campus Open Day
WHEN: 10am - 2pm, 26 August 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Rockhampton
WHAT: Mid Year Information Session
WHEN: Tuesday, 22 May 2012
TIME: 4pm – 7pm (Emerald Only: 10am - 6pm)
WHERE: CQUniversity Bundaberg, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton and Noosa, CHRC Library Emerlad or join us for an
There is no need to wait another twelve months to start your university study to progress your career or begin a new one. At CQUniversity we are dedicated to helping you be what you want to be and offer a range of exciting degrees in a range of study areas waiting for you to start in July 2012!
Take advantage of our flexible study options - full time or part time, distance education or
on-campus, at one of our 10 locations.
If you need information on career advice, how to apply, enabling programs, credit for prior learning, program details, or just want to know more about CQUniversity, visit in person at your local CQUniversity campus or talk to us on-line at our mid year event.
Study areas include:
There’s no need to register, just drop in. We have career advisors, program advisors, pathway specialists and recruitment staff on hand to assist you with your enquiries.
For further information call 13 27 86 or email cquniversity@cqu.edu.au
WHAT: Aviation School Visits
WHEN: May & June 2012
WHERE: Queensland wide
CQUniversity Australia invites your school to participate in an Aviation Career presentation to be hosted at your school. Former US Operations superintendent technician and current CQUniversity Head of Program for Aviation, Ron Bishop brings to life his love of aviation in these hands on presentations.
Along with discussing his own experiences, Ron talks about study and career opportunities in aviation available to high school students, as well as our suite of Aviation degrees; Diploma of Aviation Theory, Associate Degree in Aviation and Bachelor of Aviation Technology. Plus, your students will hear from and meet current aviation students studying at CQUniversity.
To register your interest, please email: FABIE-marketing@cqu.edu.au
WHAT: ICAA Accounting School Visits
WHEN: Tuesday 1 May (Bundaberg), Thursday 3 May (Rockhampton) and Tuesday 15 May (Gladstone)
WHERE: Bundaberg, Rockhampton and Gladstone
The Institute of Chartered Accountants will host tours and events at our campuses where students will have a unique opportunity to learn more about a career in accounting directly from professionals in the industry and, find out more about our Accounting degrees such as the Bachelor of Accounting and Bachelor of Financial Planning.
To register your interest, please email: FABIE-marketing@cqu.edu.au
WHAT: Business Challenge
WHEN: 29 May 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Rockhampton, Bundaberg and Mackay
The business challenge is a competition for business-orientated Year 12 students with skills in a range of areas including accounting, business, information technology, legal studies, general business studies and general knowledge. Students will compete in a series of categories for the chance to win. To register your interest click here.
WHAT: ATAP Challenge
WHEN: 31st May-1st June
WHERE: CQUniversity Rockhampton
The Academic and Talent Aspirations Program( ATAP) Challenge is about Diligence and Confidence, BE GAME not SHAME and encourages our up and coming Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander future leaders to show their gifts and talents. For more information on the event contact Nulloo Yumbah on 1800-651-891
WHAT: EyeTrack Australia 2012 Conference
WHEN: 31st May-1st June
WHERE: CQUniversity Noosa
EyeTrack Australia 2012 is the first Australasian conference devoted exclusively to cross-disciplinary eye movement research. By bringing together leading researchers from academia and industry, this conference will support collaboration and knowledge building both within the Australasian eye-tracking sector and the larger global community. This conference is peer-reviewed with outstanding papers to be selected for publication in book format. A number of national and international scholars using eye-tracking and user experience methodologies will present cutting edge keynote presentations.
Co-sponsored by CQUniversity Australia and Objective Eye Tracking.
Click here for more information including pre-conference training, conference theme, important dates, call for papers and general areas of interest.
WHAT: GeCon Junior Delegate program
WHEN: 14 June 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Rockhampton
The Graduating Engineers Conference (GeCon) Junior Delegate Program will be an opportunity for year 12 students who may be considering a career in engineering to attend the morning session of CQUniversity's Graduating Engineers Conference. During the conference junior delegates will have the chance to view presentations on civil, electrical and mechanical engineering projects, meet the Engineering academic team and talk with key industry stakeholders.
WHAT: CQ Engineering Link Project
WHEN: 26 June 2012 – 28 June 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Rockhampton
COST: $185 (includes accommodation, meals and project materials) or $110 (includes lunch and project materials only)
The Central Queensland Engineering Link Project is a three-day program for year 11 & 12 students who are considering a career in engineering. The program includes a range of hands-on activities, workshops and talks from industry representatives and CQUniversity Engineers.
For more information visit http://www.telg.com.au
WHAT: The Science Experience
WHEN: 26 June 2012 – 28 June 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Rockhampton, Bundaberg and Mackay
COST: $110
The Science Experience is designed for students in year 9 and 10 to come on-campus and experience a three day program incorporating science, health and engineering related activities, presentations and workshops.
For more information visit http://www.scienceexperience.com.au or e-mail schools@cqu.edu.au.
WHAT: Science Camp
WHEN: 26 June 2012 – 29 June 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Rockhampton
COST: $150 (includes accommodation and meals)
The Science Camp will be an opportunity for year 12 science students to meet like minded students from outside their own school, get a taste for university life, learn from the scientists at CQUniversity, participate in lots of fun science activities and explore a wide range of career options in science, health and Engineering.
WHAT: CQUniversity Schools Jazz Festival - NEW
WHEN: Tuesday 28 July – 29 July 2012
WHERE: CQUniversity Rockhampton
CQUniversity is delighted to present to you the first a Schools Jazz Festival, presented by the Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music and Yamaha Music Australia. Leaders in the field including Jeff Jarvis from the USA, and John Morrison from Sydney will be joining the event as official festival adjudicators/clinicians. All participating bands will have the opportunity to sharpen their skills in a one hour clinic and an adjudicated performance with each band director receiving mentoring from professionals to support the band’s development. After the workshops and mentoring the bands will get to show off their sounds by performing in a finale concert.
To register your interest, please email: FABIE-marketing@cqu.edu.au
Click here to view key dates for student in 2012.
CQUniversity CRICOS Provider Codes: QLD-00219C; NSW-01315F; VIC-01624D
