Am I eligible to apply for MU Student Union Ltd. VCE Summer School?
Everyone is welcome to apply to attend MU Student Union Ltd VCE Summer School, however preference will be given to schools that are on Melbourne University’s ACESS list and government schools.
Am I eligible to apply for the residential program?
The residential program is only open to students who live an hour away by public transport from The University of Melbourne, we may make exemptions under certain circumstances.
If still unsure please email or call the office.
How much does VCE Summer School cost?
VCE Summer School is $160 for the day program – this will cover you for the whole of the two week program.
$470 is for the residential program and covers your accommodation and day program costs.
What does the cost of Summer School cover?
Each student enrolled at VCE Summer School, will receive a subject booklet for EACH of their subjects, as well as additional materials in class, some lunches, free lunch time activities and workshops
Where can i find more information about bursaries?
If you are unable to afford to attend VCE Summer School, then we can help you find the funds or provide you with a bursary ourselves. For more information please email or contact us ASAP – this must be done before the application closing date.
Has my application been accepted?
Your application will be automatically accepted once we receive your payment, we will only reject your application if we are at maximum capacity, in other words it is a first come first serve basis
What subjects are offered?
Follow this link for the full list.
How many subjects can I pick?
You can do a maximum of 6 subjects.
‘VCE Summer School only offers the popular subjects such as English, Maths and the Sciences.’
That statement is definitely false!
We offer all subjects at VCE Summer School, so be sure to apply even if you are only doing the visual and performing arts, we have tutors from all different tertiary institutions, including Monash, RMIT and LaTrobe and the Victorian College of The Arts and Music.
The broad range of tutors allows us to cover all VCE subjects, so don’t let the rarity of your subjects deter you from applying to VCE Summer School.
Who runs MU Student Union Ltd. VCE Summer School?
VCE Summer School is run by volunteer tutors, these tutors are in charge of writing your subject booklets, and running your activities and workshops.
How are tutors selected at MU Student Union Ltd. VCE Summer School?
Each VCE Summer School tutor goes through a selective interview process to ensure that only those of the highest academic standards are selected. Only those best suited to the positions will be teaching as well as running your workshops and activities. Each tutor must also have a Working With Children Check.
How does MU Student Union Ltd. VCE Summer School differ from other programs?
MU Summer School takes pride in their commitment to the students. We tutor only in small class sizes and offer one-on-one focus learning also. This creates a friendlier and more personal environment for the students as we encourage them to actively participate in the tutorials.
Classes are staggered over two weeks rather than compacted into long lectures and they are complimented with a large range of workshops you can attend to extend your knowledge on the things you learn in the class room and which aim to provide a sneak peak at career opportunities and help aid in personal development.
In addition to learning in the classroom students should make use of our focus-tutoring program, which is unique to any of the competing programs. Making time to meet with a tutor one on one to learn foundational concepts and ask questions (no matter how basic you think they are) can provide a radical difference in making you feel comfortable and confident approaching your coursework and exams.
It can also provide an opportunity to extend your knowledge and challenge you by engaging in more advanced learning that will give you those skills to perform analytically and laterally in your final exam.
The experienced University students that take on the roles of tutors are not long out of high school themselves and are therefore very suited to advising the students on valuable study skills and exam techniques. Each tutor is given a subject booklet which is based on the VCE syllabus and the course outlines for the subject.
Not only does Summer School offer high-quality education, the students are also given the opportunity to participate in fun activities such as BBQs and workshops that give students a taste of the clubs and societies that are so critically important to maintaining cultural interests, good mental health and social networking.
How do I pay for MU Student Union Ltd. VCE Summer School?
You can pay by cheque, credit or money order.
Cheques and money orders are to be made out to MU Student Union Ltd.
Mailing Address:
VCE Summer School, Union House,
The University of Melbourne 3010.
The cheque and money order must be attached to your completed application form, which you can download and print.
Credit card payments can be done by filling out the online student application form.
Please ensure you have signed a student indemnity form before mailing it to VCE Summer School.
If you have any more questions and queries please feel free to contact the VCE Summer School office by email – summerschool@union.unimelb.edu.au or you can call us on 8344 8204. We are usually in the office between 10am – 6pm, Monday to Friday.
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Posted Tuesday 29 September, 2009. Updated Tuesday 17 November, 2009.
