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Connections First Nations Direct Entry Program

If you’re thinking about study, you can join us for one of our five-day Connections direct entry programs.

Each year we offer a range of Connections programs for school leavers, people thinking about a career change or progression, people upskilling from a vocational qualification, or those returning to study after a break.

Successfully complete a Connections program, and you'll be guaranteed entry into many of our bachelor's degrees.

Faculty of Science and Health

  • Associate Degree in Farm Production
  • Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management
  • Bachelor of Agricultural Science
  • Bachelor of Agriculture
  • Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management (Aquatic Ecosystems)
  • Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management (Climate and Sustainability)
  • Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management (Ecology and Conservation)
  • Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management (Parks, Recreation and Heritage)
  • Bachelor of Equine Science (with specialisation)
  • Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
  • Bachelor of Food Science and Nutrition
  • Bachelor of Health and Medical Science
  • Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health)
  • Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology)
  • Bachelor of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor of Oral Health (Therapy and Hygiene)
  • Bachelor of Paramedicine
  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
  • Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
  • Bachelor of Viticulture
  • Bachelor of Wine Business
  • Bachelor of Wine Science

Faculty of Arts and Education

  • Bachelor of Educational Studies as a pathway into:
    • Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary)
    • Bachelor of Education (K-12)
    • Bachelor of Education (Technology and Applied Studies)
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Communication
  • Bachelor of Communication (Advertising and Public Relations)
  • Bachelor of Communication (Digital Media Production)
  • Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
  • Bachelor of Communication (Theatre Media)
  • Bachelor of Human Services
  • Bachelor of Information Studies
  • Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Arts)
  • Bachelor of Social Work

Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Science

  • Bachelor of Accounting
  • Bachelor of Business (with specialisations)
  • Bachelor of Business Studies
  • Bachelor of Computer Science (with specialisations)
  • Bachelor of Criminal Justice
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)(Honours)
  • Bachelor of Information Technology (with specialisations)
  • Bachelor of Laws
  • Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Criminal Justice
  • Bachelor of Public Safety & Security
  • Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)
  • Bachelor of Technology (Civil)/Master of Engineering (Civil)

During the Connections program you’ll get a chance to:

  • meet staff and fellow participants
  • discover our dedicated First Nations support services
  • complete a range of activities to determine your suitability for your chosen course.

What's more, we'll cover travel, accommodation and food – all you have to bring is yourself.

If you successfully complete the program, you'll receive an offer to study with us. And even if you’re not successful, that’s no problem. We can get you started with a university preparation course.

If you’d like to speak with our friendly team about the program, please contact Renee Page, Program Coordinator at firstnations@csu.edu.au.