{"id":1025505,"date":"2026-05-29T09:26:52","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T23:26:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/?p=1025505"},"modified":"2026-05-29T09:34:26","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T23:34:26","slug":"benefits-of-studying-at-queensland-academies-with-international-baccalaureate-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soledu.net\/au\/blog\/benefits-of-studying-at-queensland-academies-with-international-baccalaureate-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Studying at Queensland Academies with International Baccalaureate programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"1\">Introduction<\/h3><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW15200886 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15200886 BCX8\">Queensland Academies International Baccalaureate programmes provide high<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NoBreakHyphenBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW15200886 BCX8\">\u2011<\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW15200886 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15200886 BCX8\">achieving students in Years 10\u201312 with a selective, university<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NoBreakHyphenBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW15200886 BCX8\">\u2011<\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW15200886 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15200886 BCX8\">focused pathway that goes well beyond a typical high school experience. By combining the globally recognised International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme with specialist campuses and university<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NoBreakHyphenBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW15200886 BCX8\">\u2011<\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW15200886 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW15200886 BCX8\">linked precincts in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Queensland Academies help students maximise their academic potential and prepare for competitive university admission in Australia and around the world<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"2\">What are Queensland Academies International Baccalaureate and why is it important?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">Queensland Academies International Baccalaureate programs are delivered across three selective<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NoBreakHyphenBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW90998987 BCX8\">\u2011<\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">entry Queensland Government schools<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">QACI<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">\u00a0(Queensland Academy for Creative Industry)<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">, QAHS<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">\u00a0(Queensland Academy for Health Science)\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">and QASMT<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">\u00a0(Queensland Academy for\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">Science, Maths and Technology)\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90998987 BCX8\">that specialise in offering the IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) in Years 10, 11 and 12. The Academies are designed as a bridge between school and university, aligning senior secondary learning with tertiary expectations.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" id=\"3\">How is the Queensland Academies IB model different from a typical high school?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Studying at Queensland Academies for the IB Diploma Programme means students:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn in\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">selective<\/span><\/b>\u2011<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">entry environments<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fwith high<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">achieving, motivated peers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Complete a\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">rigorous, internationally benchmarked IB Diploma<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202frecognised by universities worldwide [<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">source:\u00a0International Baccalaureate Organization 2020<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">]<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Study on or near major\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">university precincts<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fin Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Queensland<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Benefit from a school culture and curriculum that explicitly focus on\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">university readiness and future\u00a0career\u00a0pathways<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The International Baccalaureate Organization\u2019s research indicates that IB Diploma graduates are more likely to enrol in and complete degrees at leading universities and often perform better academically in their first year\u00a0of university\u00a0compared with some non<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">IB peers, thanks to the programme\u2019s emphasis on critical thinking, research and independent learning<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Where are the Queensland Academies campuses and what is the focus of each?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies\u00a0deliver IB program and\u00a0operate\u00a0three specialist campuses, each aligned with distinct student interests and degree pathways:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies Creative Industries Campus (QACI)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: This campus\u00a0focuses on\u00a0creative industries,\u00a0and located in\u00a0the\u00a0inner<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">city Brisbane,\u00a0next\u00a0to QUT\u00a0(Queensland University of Technologies),\u00a0Kelvin Grove Campus.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies Health Sciences Campus (QAHS)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: This campus focuses on\u00a0health and sciences,\u00a0and located in\u00a0Gold Coast, closed to Griffith University Gold Coast Campus.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology (QASMT)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:\u00a0This campus has\u00a0STEM focus,\u00a0located in\u00a0Toowong, Brisbane, not too far from the University of Queensland (UQ).\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Comparison\/attribute table: QACI, QAHS and QASMT\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The table below uses only attributes clearly supported by your brochure and related official descriptions:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table data-tablestyle=\"MsoNormalTable\" data-tablelook=\"1184\" aria-rowcount=\"4\">\n<tbody>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"1\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Academy<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Focus area<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Location &amp; precinct<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">University connection<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Campus environment &amp; facilities<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ideal student interests<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"2\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">QACI<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f(Queensland Academies Creative Industries Campus)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Creative industries<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kelvin Grove, Brisbane, within 2 km of inner<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">city\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Within the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Creative Industries Precinct<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Multicultural \u201cvillage\u201d environment with shared green,\u00a0business\u00a0and education spaces; inclusive community of innovative and creative thinkers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students passionate about creative and critical thinking, arts,\u00a0media\u00a0and creative industries who value a vibrant inner<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">city campus<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"3\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">QAHS<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f(Queensland Academies Health Sciences Campus)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Health sciences<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gold Coast, within the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Co<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">located with Griffith University<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The facilities support both independent study and collaborative learning,\u00a0with\u00a0university-style 500-seat lecture theatre, university-standard research laboratories, science research\u00a0centre\u00a0and kinesiology\/exercise science facilities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students interested in health, biomedical and science fields who want strong research, co<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">curricular and leadership opportunities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr aria-rowindex=\"4\">\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">QASMT<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f(Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Science,\u00a0mathematics\u00a0and\u00a0technology<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Toowong, approximately 4 km from central Brisbane<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Formal collaboration with The University of Queensland<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">STEM Precinct with contemporary learning areas, robotics and state<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">of<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">the<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">art science laboratories and e<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">learning hubs; university<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">standard science laboratories across campus<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"4369\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students focused on STEM and languages, planning a university pathway and aiming for offers from prestigious universities worldwide<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The strategic placement of each Academy within or beside major education and innovation precincts mirrors global best practice for university<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">linked secondary schools, as seen in other high<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">performing education systems.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >What are the academic benefits of the IB Diploma at Queensland Academies?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW141513767 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141513767 BCX8\">The IB Diploma Programme is a comprehensive, two<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NoBreakHyphenBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW141513767 BCX8\">\u2011<\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW141513767 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141513767 BCX8\">year curriculum designed for students aged 16\u201319, with a strong emphasis on breadth, depth and higher<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NoBreakHyphenBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW141513767 BCX8\">\u2011<\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW141513767 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-AU\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW141513767 BCX8\">order thinking. At Queensland Academies, students undertake a preparatory year in Year 10 followed by the full Diploma Programme in Years 11 and 12.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW141513767 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >How does the IB Diploma Programme strengthen academic skills?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key academic features at Queensland Academies include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Study in\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">six subject groups<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f(languages, individuals and societies, sciences, mathematics and the arts), supporting both specialisation and breadth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Theory of Knowledge (TOK)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, which develops critical thinking about knowledge,\u00a0evidence\u00a0and perspectives.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Extended Essay (EE)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0a 4,000<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">word independent research project mirroring the structure and demands of\u00a0first<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">year\u00a0university research assignments.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"18\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, encouraging learning through arts, physical\u00a0activity\u00a0and community service.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">According to IB and independent research:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Diploma Programme students often show\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">stronger\u00a0time<\/span><\/b>\u2011<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">management\u00a0and\u00a0self<\/span><\/b>\u2011<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">regulation<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, which are key predictors of university success<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They are more familiar with\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">academic writing,\u00a0citation\u00a0and research<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fthan many peers in other curricula.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"19\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They tend to develop\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">critical thinking and\u00a0problem<\/span><\/b>\u2011<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">solving\u00a0skills<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fthat align with the competencies identified as essential for future careers\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By embedding this IB structure in\u00a0selective<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">entry environments, Queensland Academies amplify these benefits and can support particularly strong academic performance.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >How does studying at Queensland Academies support university?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies are explicitly positioned as a bridge to university. This is reflected in their campus locations, facilities,\u00a0curriculum\u00a0and culture.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students at Queensland Academies\u00a0benefit\u00a0from:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">University<\/span><\/b>\u2011<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">aligned\u00a0campuses and partnerships<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">QACI is integrated into the\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">QUT Creative Industries Precinct<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, one of Australia\u2019s leading hubs for creative arts and media<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">QAHS is\u00a0co<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">located\u00a0with\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Griffith University<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fin the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct, a growing centre for health education and research<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">QASMT maintains a formal collaboration with\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The University of Queensland<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a Group of Eight\u00a0research<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">intensive university<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A learning model that mirrors\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">university assessment styles<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, through extended essays, research\u00a0projects\u00a0and oral presentations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A culture where\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">university entry is a primary goal<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, with QASMT in particular noting a strong record of graduates receiving offers from prestigious universities worldwide<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">International research shows that graduates of academically rigorous secondary programmes, including the IB, are more likely to enrol in selective universities and persist through degree completion than some comparable\u00a0non<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">IB\u00a0students<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >How does this translate into long\u2011term career relevance?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While Queensland Academies do not track or publish specific salary data, the pathways they support are aligned with\u00a0high<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">demand\u00a0fields\u00a0identified\u00a0by governments and\u00a0labour<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">market\u00a0bodies:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Health and biomedical sciences<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fhave been consistently listed as priority growth areas in Australia and globally, with ongoing demand for doctors, nurses, allied health\u00a0professionals\u00a0and medical researchers [World Health Organization 2022; Australian Government National Skills Commission 2022].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">STEM fields<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f(science, technology,\u00a0engineering\u00a0and mathematics) are associated with strong job growth and innovation, particularly in information technology, data science, engineering, and environmental sciences [OECD 2020; World Economic Forum 2020].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"21\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Creative industries<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2014such as design, film, interactive\u00a0media\u00a0and performing arts\u2014are increasingly recognised as drivers of innovation and cultural export, especially in cities like Brisbane with established creative sectors [Australia Council for the Arts 2021; Brisbane City Council 2022].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By providing strong preparation for degrees in these fields, Queensland Academies help students position themselves for\u00a0future<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">focused careers and, for some, potential skilled migration pathways, subject to evolving government policy [Australian Government Department of Home Affairs 2023].<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >What enrichment and co\u2011curricular opportunities are available?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies enrich the IB experience with activities that build research capability,\u00a0leadership\u00a0and community engagement\u2014qualities highly valued by universities and scholarship bodies.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How do enrichment activities strengthen student profiles?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">According to your brochure and external program descriptions:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students\u00a0participate\u00a0in\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CSIRO CREST Research Awards<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, which encourage\u00a0open<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">ended\u00a0scientific investigations aligned with national science curriculum and industry standards [CSIRO 2023].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They can enter\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">BHP Foundation Science and Engineering Awards<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fand other competitions, gaining experience in science communication and innovation at a national level [BHP Foundation 2022].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They engage in\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">regional,\u00a0state\u00a0and national mathematics and science competitions<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, which have been shown to correlate with high\u00a0problem<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">solving\u00a0ability and interest in STEM careers [Australian Mathematics Trust 2022].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Leadership development programs<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Australian Business Week<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, language and linguistics competitions and\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">instrumental music programs<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fhelp build transferable skills such as teamwork,\u00a0communication\u00a0and creativity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"22\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Community projects and CAS activities<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fdevelop a sense of social responsibility and global citizenship, key priorities in the IB Learner Profile [International Baccalaureate Organization 2020; Education Queensland International 2023].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These experiences not only enhance personal growth but also provide concrete evidence of initiative and capability for university applications and scholarship interviews.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >What are the key elements of the selective entry process?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Education Queensland International and Queensland Academies outline a\u00a0merit<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">based\u00a0entry process that typically includes:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Application to Education Queensland International (EQI)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fto confirm eligibility as an international student.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Selective entry application to Queensland Academies<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including academic records from the previous two years.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Entrance testing<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fto assess academic readiness for the IB programme.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Interview for shortlisted applicants<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, evaluating motivation, personal behaviour,\u00a0citizenship\u00a0and commitment to personal and social development.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Merit<\/span><\/b>\u2011<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">based\u00a0offers<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, after which EQI continues with standard processes such as issuing offers, processing\u00a0payments\u00a0and providing Confirmations of Enrolment [Education Queensland International 2023].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Applicants are expected to show:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">High standards\u00a0of\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">personal behaviour<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Commitment to\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">personal and social development<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A demonstrated sense of\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">citizenship and care for others<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strong\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">academic results<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fover the previous two years<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">OECD research suggests that learning environments with\u00a0high expectations, strong peer academic orientation and a clear focus on achievement are associated with better student outcomes and engagement [OECD 2020]. Selective entry at Queensland Academies helps create and\u00a0maintain\u00a0such environments.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Why are Queensland Academies attractive for international students?<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">International students can access Queensland Academies through EQI,\u00a0benefiting\u00a0from a combination of academic rigour,\u00a0government<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">level\u00a0quality assurance and global recognition of the IB.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What are the specific advantages for international students?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For international students, Queensland Academies offer:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">government school setting<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202funder the Queensland Government Department of Education, ensuring regulation, quality\u00a0standards\u00a0and\u00a0child<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">safety\u00a0frameworks [Queensland Government Department of Education 2023].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Delivery by\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Education Queensland International (EQI)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, with:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CRICOS Provider name:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fEducation Queensland International<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CRICOS Provider code:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f00608A<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CRICOS course codes<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (Years 11 and 12) \u2013 079324E<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">International Baccalaureate Diploma Program \u2013 082520G<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (Years 11 and 12) \u2013 079324E<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Location in\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Brisbane and the Gold Coast<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, both ranked as attractive international student destinations with strong safety,\u00a0lifestyle\u00a0and education infrastructure [Study Queensland 2023; QS Best Student Cities 2023].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An internationally recognised\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">IB Diploma<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fthat can be used for admission to Australian universities and many institutions worldwide [International Baccalaureate Organization 2020].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">EQI also coordinates offers, payments and Confirmations of Enrolment\u00a0required\u00a0for Australian student visas. Students must still meet immigration requirements set by the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs [Australian Government Department of Home Affairs 2023].<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">International studies show that school climates that combine\u00a0high expectations\u00a0with support, respect and inclusion contribute to better mental health, engagement and\u00a0long<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">term outcomes [OECD 2020; Australian Institute of Health and Welfare 2021]. Queensland Academies\u2019 emphasis on values and community sits within this global best practice.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >FAQs about Queensland Academies<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ol>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Which Queensland Academy is best for students wanting to study medicine or health?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students aiming for medicine, dentistry or allied health degrees often consider Queensland Academies Health Sciences Campus (QAHS) becausehealth science\u00a0is the focus of this campus. It is\u00a0also\u00a0located\u00a0within the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct and\u00a0co<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">located\u00a0with Griffith University, which has\u00a0well<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">regarded\u00a0health and medical programs. However, students must still choose\u00a0appropriate IB\u00a0subjects and meet each university\u2019s specific prerequisites.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Which Academy is strongest for STEM and advanced mathematics?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology (QASMT) ispurpose<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">built\u00a0for STEM, with a dedicated STEM Precinct, robotics\u00a0facilities\u00a0and\u00a0university<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">standard science laboratories. It is particularly suited to students interested in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or similar degrees<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Which Queensland Academy is best for creative industries and the arts?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies Creative Industries Campus (QACI) is embedded in the QUT Creative Industries Precinct, giving students access to a creative, design<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">oriented environment that aligns well with future study in areas such as visual arts, media, film, drama and related fields<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Is Queensland Academies better for local or international students?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies are designed for both. Local studentsbenefit\u00a0from a\u00a0high<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">performing, selective\u00a0public school\u00a0environment, while international students study the same IB Diploma within a regulated government framework managed by EQI. The best\u00a0option\u00a0depends on each student\u2019s goals, language background, preferred campus and\u00a0long<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">term\u00a0university plans.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Do Queensland Academies improve my chances of admission to top universities?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Schoolscan guarantee university admission, but the combination of a\u00a0selective<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">entry\u00a0cohort, an academically demanding IB Diploma,\u00a0university<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">linked\u00a0locations and extensive enrichment means Queensland Academies students are strongly positioned for competitive applications. International research shows IB graduates are well represented at leading universities and often perform strongly in\u00a0first<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">year studies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >FAQs about Queensland Academies<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ol>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Which Queensland Academy is best for students wanting to study medicine or health?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students aiming for medicine, dentistry or allied health degrees often consider Queensland Academies Health Sciences Campus (QAHS) becausehealth science\u00a0is the focus of this campus. It is\u00a0also\u00a0located\u00a0within the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct and\u00a0co<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">located\u00a0with Griffith University, which has\u00a0well<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">regarded\u00a0health and medical programs. However, students must still choose\u00a0appropriate IB\u00a0subjects and meet each university\u2019s specific prerequisites.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Which Academy is strongest for STEM and advanced mathematics?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology (QASMT) ispurpose<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">built\u00a0for STEM, with a dedicated STEM Precinct, robotics\u00a0facilities\u00a0and\u00a0university<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">standard science laboratories. It is particularly suited to students interested in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science or similar degrees<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Which Queensland Academy is best for creative industries and the arts?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies Creative Industries Campus (QACI) is embedded in the QUT Creative Industries Precinct, giving students access to a creative, design<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">oriented environment that aligns well with future study in areas such as visual arts, media, film, drama and related fields<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Is Queensland Academies better for local or international students?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies are designed for both. Local studentsbenefit\u00a0from a\u00a0high<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">performing, selective\u00a0public school\u00a0environment, while international students study the same IB Diploma within a regulated government framework managed by EQI. The best\u00a0option\u00a0depends on each student\u2019s goals, language background, preferred campus and\u00a0long<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">term\u00a0university plans.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Do Queensland Academies improve my chances of admission to top universities?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Schoolscan guarantee university admission, but the combination of a\u00a0selective<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">entry\u00a0cohort, an academically demanding IB Diploma,\u00a0university<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">linked\u00a0locations and extensive enrichment means Queensland Academies students are strongly positioned for competitive applications. International research shows IB graduates are well represented at leading universities and often perform strongly in\u00a0first<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">year studies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >General FAQs about Queensland Academies International Baccalaureate<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ol>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Who are Queensland Academies International Baccalaureate best suited for?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">It is best suited to\u00a0high<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">achieving, motivated students in Years 10\u201312 who want a challenging IB programme and a clear pathway to university, particularly in creative industries (QACI), health and biomedical sciences (QAHS), or STEM and languages (QASMT).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> What are the CRICOS details for international students?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Education Queensland International is the CRICOS provider (code 00608A). Relevant IB<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">related CRICOS course codes include International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (Years 11 and 12) 079324E and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program 082520G, including the Queensland Academies International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (Years 11 and 12) 079324E<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> How do I apply for selective entry to Queensland Academies as an international student?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">You apply to EQI to confirm eligibility, then complete the Queensland Academies selective entry process, which typically includes an online application, entrance test and interview. Successful applicants receive a merit<\/span>\u2011<span data-contrast=\"auto\">based offer and then a Confirmation of Enrolment via EQI, which is needed for a student visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Are Queensland Academies public or private?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Queensland Academies are\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">selective<\/span><\/b>\u2011<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">entry government schools<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202frun by the Queensland Government Department of Education and delivered to international students through Education Queensland International<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Can I use the Queensland Academies IB Diploma to study outside Australia?<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes. The IB Diploma is an internationally recognised qualification accepted for admission by many universities worldwide. Queensland Academies graduates can use their IB results to apply to Australian institutions or universities in other countries, subject to each institution\u2019s entry policies [International Baccalaureate Organization 2020].<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid dt-default\" style=\"margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"font-size: 36px;text-align: left;font-family:Montserrat;font-weight:700;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_do_custom_heading\" >Key external references (for editors\/implementers)<\/h2><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_30 vc_sep_border_width_5 vc_sep_pos_align_left vc_separator_no_text wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span style=\"border-color:#ffe060;\" class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"29\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Education Queensland International (EQI).\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Programs and schools \u2013 Queensland Academies<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 2023.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"29\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">International Baccalaureate Organization.\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Research on the impact of the IB Diploma Programme on university outcomes<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 2020.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"29\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER).\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">University readiness and senior secondary programmes<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 2020.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"29\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">OECD.\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">PISA 2018 Results (Volume III): What School Life Means for Students\u2019 Lives<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 2020.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"29\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">World Economic Forum.\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Future of Jobs Report<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 2020.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"29\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">World Health Organization.\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Global Strategy on Human Resources for Health<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 2022.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"29\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Australian Government, National Skills Commission.\u202f<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Skills Priority List<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. 2022.<\/span><span 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