Opportunity overview
The Beginner Language Experience program offers Queensland Year 4–6 state school students an exciting opportunity to learn a new language from the comfort of their own home.
Participants will connect with experienced university tutors in an engaging online environment, where they will enjoy a fun learning experience over 5 consecutive days. Through interactive lessons and hands-on activities, participants will develop their language skills while broadening their cultural horizons and developing global competence.
This program not only introduces participants to a new language and deepens their understanding of its associated culture, but also equips them with the knowledge, skills and cultural awareness needed to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Eligibility
Eligibility requirements for students
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen residing in Australia.
- Be a full-time Year 4, 5 or 6 student at a Queensland state school.
- Have an interest in learning another language.
- Have access to a stable internet connection, PC, laptop or tablet, headset or headphones (with microphone) and a webcam.
- Be available to participate in the program for 5 consecutive days during the April 2025 school holidays.
- Have parent/guardian consent to submit an expression of interest.
- Have a letter of endorsement from a teacher to submit an Expression of Interest (in the form of an email or written letter detailing behaviour and work habits).
- Submit an expression of interest by 5.00 pm on the closing date via the online application portal.
Application
Application pack for students will be available in 2025.
Key dates
Course dates:
- April 2025 school holidays (exact dates to advised)
- September 2025 school holidays (exact dates to advised)
Applications close:
- April 2025 school holidays—5.00pm Friday 14 March 2025
- September 2025 school holidays—5.00pm Friday 29 August 2025
Online information sessions:
- April 2025 school holidays—3.30pm Thursday 6 February 2025
- September 2025 school holidays—3.30pm Monday 2 June 2025
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