Good Shepherd Lutheran College students have been thriving as they work towards their future goals whilst still completing their senior schooling.
Headstart is a transition program offered by the University of the Sunshine Coast for Year 11 and 12 students to study first-year University subjects whilst in Year 11 and 12.
Headstart is just one option suggested in senior years as it lets the students get a taste of university life studying on-campus while expanding their knowledge, developing their academic skills and interacting with university staff and students.
Head of Senior Years Studies at Good Shepherd Mr Matt Armstrong said, “At Good Shepherd we understand the importance of seeking out opportunities and encouraging our students to further develop their learning and skills, especially in these uncertain times and the increasing requirement to adapt to the ever-changing economic environment.“
“We were thrilled with the results and are confident these students will progress into further study with the added confidence of already having achieved a university course,“ he said.
Year 12 student C-Jai Rosenkranz has already successfully completed two courses from a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree through the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC), gaining Distinctions whilst also achieving in her school subjects.
Year 11 student Katelyn Dyer shone in her course of studies within a Bachelor of Communications (Journalism) gaining not only a High Distinction but also acquiring important foundation skills in traditional and digital media.
“I really enjoyed the opportunity that Headstart gave me to experience university study in an area that I’m interested in,“ Katelyn said.
“If you’re considering taking Headstart, go for it. It’s given me skills that I can apply to all of my senior subjects.”
