Pathways - University of Southern Queensland

✨ Happy New Year! ✨

We hope you had a relaxing and refreshing break. As we get ready for the year ahead, now is the perfect time to consider your study options.

🎓 Considering a UniSQ Pathways option?
If you’re exploring alternative entry pathways or looking for a supported transition into university study, UniSQ offers a range of pathway programs designed to help you succeed.
These pathways are ideal if you:
Didn’t receive the ATAR you were aiming for
Are returning to study after a break
Want a structured, supportive entry into your degree
To help you prepare, here are some important dates to keep in mind:

📅 Key Dates

Orientation: 12 January 2026
Block 1 Commences: 19 January 2026
You can find full details about the available pathway programs here:
👉 https://www.unisq.edu.au/study/apply/pathways-study

Start the year with confidence and support — your university journey begins here 🌱🎓

🎉 We officially launched the Journal of Pathways Education and Research (JPER) at the 2025 Pathways Colloquium, UniSQ Springfield!

👏 Huge thanks to Editor-in-Chief A/Prof Jonathan Green and our incredible Editorial Board — Prof Sarah O’Shea, Prof Andrew Harvey, A/Prof Katelyn Barney - plus NAEEA Chair Karen Seary for their insights and leadership.

JPER is now live -a new platform for advancing research, policy, and practice in pathways and Enabling education.

🔗 Explore the journal: https://lnkd.in/gPuc4AtS

🎉 Block 6 has officially begun!

Welcome to all our new Pathways students!

We’re so excited to have you with us. Whether you're starting fresh or continuing your journey, this is your moment to shine.
Remember, support is always here when you need it - reach out anytime or email us at [email protected].

Let’s make Block 6 amazing 💫

🎉 Celebrating Dr. Abdurazaq Amar 🥳

We’re thrilled to celebrate Dr. Abdurazaq Amar, a valued member of the UniSQ Pathways team, for reaching an incredible milestone.

Over the past decade, Dr. Amar has made a lasting impact through his dedication to student success, his thoughtful mentorship, and his commitment to lifelong learning. His contributions have helped shape the Pathways experience for so many students, and we’re proud to have him as part of our community.

Congratulations, Dr. Amar, and thank you for everything you do!

🎓 Block 5 is nearly done - you made it!

Just a heads-up: results will be released on Friday, 24 October 2025.
Keep an eye out and take a moment to celebrate how far you've come 🙌

Good luck to everyone waiting on results - you've worked hard and we’re cheering you on! 💛

Next up: Block 6 is around the corner starting on 27 October and we’re getting ready to roll. If you're joining us for the next block, check out the orientation info here:
https://accesshub.usq.edu.au/s/unisqletsgo/events/detail/2254306

Let’s kick off the next chapter strong 💥

🎉 Big congratulations to Dr. Duc Anh An-Vo! 🎓

We’re proud to share that Dr. An-Vo’s latest research has just been published in the prestigious journal Water Resources Management! His work explores advanced AI-driven modelling for water quality prediction- an exciting step forward in sustainable environmental management. 🌏💧
📖 Read the full article here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11269-025-04342-z

Ensuring Water Justice and Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in Megacities Through Cooperative Bargaining Solutions - Water Resources Management Water scarcity and insecurity remains a critical challenge for the megacities of Global South, disproportionately impacting vulnerable and low-income communities. In Karachi, one of Pakistan’s largest cities, almost 45 percent of domestic water demands are unmet due to governance failures and infr...

As Papua New Guinea marks 50 years of independence, UniSQ Pathways’ Geoff Keating explores how its influence reaches back to Federation, wartime alliances, and the formation of our national identity.

It’s time we gave this shared history the recognition it deserves.
📖 Read Geoff’s article in The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/papua-new-guinea-has-played-an-important-role-in-australian-history-its-time-we-acknowledged-that-264785

📚 Block 5 starts Monday, 1 September!

Thinking about uni but not sure where to begin? UniSQ Ready is a flexible, supportive way to build your skills and prepare for university study.

✔️ No ATAR required
✔️ Learn online at your own pace
✔️ Support every step of the way

Start strong with UniSQ Ready. Learn more and apply here: unisq.edu.au/study/degrees-and-courses/unisqready

🌟 Starting Block 5 at UniSQ? Let’s get you settled in!

Join us online on Wednesday 27 August evening for UniSQ Ready-your go-to session for kicking off uni life with confidence.

👋 Meet other new students
📚 Get tips for study success
💬 Ask questions, get answers
🎉 Feel ready to start strong
👉 Register here: https://accesshub.usq.edu.au/students/events/detail/2254305

Let’s make your first week feel like a win 💥