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Bridging and Refresher Courses

Our courses are delivered across different modes of study ranging from independent and self-paced to more hands-on and supportive with direct access to our University experts.

These courses cover a wide range of subject areas to suit the degree or program you are wanting to prepare for.

Bridging and Refresher Courses are run during a NUPrep Term before the start of each Semester.

Am I eligible?

  • Bridging and Refresher Courses are available to all Domestic (Australian) University of Newcastle students in an Enabling Pathways or Undergraduate program.

If you are an international student please visit your support webpage for help with starting your program.

NUPrep Key Dates

17 Jan
NUPrep Summer Term begins
11 Feb
NUPrep Summer Term ends
21 Feb
Semester 1 begins

Courses

Browse our Bridging and Refresher courses below. We offer courses to help you with general academic skills plus maths and science courses at different levels to suit your needs.

  1. Foundation – Great for beginners and/or students going into an Enabling Pathways program.
  2. Introductory Undergraduate – For degrees with maths/science listed in the assumed and/or recommended knowledge.
  3. Core Undergraduate – For degrees that include core science/maths courses.

If you are going into a degree and aren't confident in your maths or science knowledge, you are encouraged to start with a Foundation course before completing the Introductory and then Core course as recommended for your program.

Academic Skills

Mathematics

Foundation Courses

Introductory Undergraduate

Core Undergraduate

Science

Foundation Courses

Introductory Undergraduate

Core Undergraduate

NUPrep PlusFlexible Course Delivery

NUPrep Plus

Make the most of your university preparation by completing our FREE NUPrep Plus program.

NUPrep Plus is a recommended program of courses, workshops and support that will set you up for success and help you start your studies with confidence.

  • Enrol in 3 NUPrep Bridging and Refresher courses
  • Receive one-on-one support from our academic advisors
  • Participate in these essential workshops for everything you need to start University:
STUDY SKILLS
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
USING THE LIBRARY
PEER STUDY SESSIONS
CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY
STUDY SOFTWARE

Sign up for NUPrep Plus now

Flexible Course Delivery

Each Bridging and Refresher Course takes about 15-20 hours to complete. We know you might have other things to juggle before Semester starts so there are flexible course delivery options.

On campus at Callaghan and Ourimbah

You'll receive valuable contact time with our teachers, each course has a total of 12-15 hours of class during 1 week with about 3 hours of class each day. You should also allocate an extra few hours for each course to revise any content and work on tasks.

Online

Courses delivered in the online mode have self-paced materials to go through in your own time over the NUPrep Term. You won't have any scheduled classes, but there will be a moderator available to assist you if you need it.

I need help

If you're not sure which prep courses are right for you, or need some help identifying what level of maths or science you should start with, please contact our office.

NUPrep@newcastle.edu.au
1800 353 775

Our friendly staff can provide you with some advice on which courses will best prepare you for your program.

Information for new students

Enquiries

NUPrep@newcastle.edu.au
1800 353 775

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