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InspireU participants

InspireU Explore

Experience what it's like to be a UQ student for a day.

Immerse yourself in a one-day excursion across UQ locations to explore your study and career options, and experience what your preferred faculty has to offer. Experience days are scheduled between 22 September and 30 September 2025. See registration form for specific dates.

Eligibility

You're eligible if you:

  • are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
  • are enrolled in high school at the time of application
  • are enrolled in ATAR subjects and are eligible for an ATAR score
  • have a school attendance rate of 90% or greater.

What to expect

InspireU Explore days allow Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to visit UQ locations within a chosen faculty. You may select more than one faculty if you wish and can attend multiple days.

The program is perfect for students planning to go to university, looking to explore study options and build their knowledge about university life.

InspireU Explore is delivered in collaboration with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students, UQ’s faculties and industry partners.

You will:

  • participate in a one-day visit to UQ faculty locations
  • attend engaging sessions to further understand your preferred faculty or faculties
  • take part in practical, hands-on experiences
  • explore UQ facilities and services
  • connect with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
  • meet fellow high school students.

Cost

There are no costs for students.

All reasonable costs for the excursion day(s), including all travel, flights, accommodation, meals and off-campus visits, are paid for by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (ATSIS) Unit.

Apply

To apply, click the 'Register’ button up top for the faculty experience you wish to attend. The registration form may not be accessible on some school networks.

For more information on the InspireU Explore, email the ATSIS Unit at inspireU@uq.edu.au or phone 3443 1404.

About InspireU

The InspireU Program is designed to engage and inspire young Indigenous high school students to further their studies at university and broaden their career possibilities. Students participate in on-campus residential camps, where they will explore their future career and study options.

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