19 Mar 2024
The Australian National University (ANU) have advised the ACT Education Directorate of their decision to cease delivering the ANU Extension (ANUE) program at the end of the current contract (end of 2025).
ANUE courses are currently offered to ACT public and non-government college students free of charge. The courses are accredited by the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies and contribute to the students’ Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR).
Impacts for students
The ANU has confirmed that there will be a year 11 intake into the program this year. Those students will be able to participate in the program in both year 11 and year 12.
Current year 12 students participating in the program will also be able to complete the program in 2024 as planned and with no change or disruption.
The ACT Government understands the importance of programs such as this for students looking to expand their learning and opportunities through early access to university courses in college. We have commenced very early discussions about what we might be able to deliver for future students, in partnership with other higher education institutions.
It is important to note that there is no change to the University of Canberra’s Accelerated Pathways Program.
Parents and carers will be kept up to date on this work to ensure you and your young person can make informed decisions about their learning in 2025.
You can read more on the ANU website at: https://study.anu.edu.au/