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July Programs
Junior Scientia / Scientia Challenge Application closing date: Student placement letters sent |
How to Apply?
1. Download application form.
2. Select ONLY the dates and workshops you wish to apply for. List in order your preferred workshops and ONLY those you are prepared to attend. While we try to place students in the workshop of their first choice, they may be placed in any workshop they have nominated so please choose carefully. We do not refund workshop fees for change of mind.
3. Please attach Anaphylactic or Asthma management plans where these are necessary. For students requiring management of these conditions, attendance is only permitted with a written plan statement.
4. You are not required to supply supporting selection criteria documentation unless requested by GERRIC. This information may be required to differentiate closely ranked candidates when places are limited, allocation of sponsorship etc.
5. Select your payment method.
6. Read the Terms & Conditions and Refund Policy sections carefully.
7. When you are satisfied that all the information is complete, please post your form/s prior to the closing date to:
GERRIC - Student Programs
Lvl 1, Goodsell Building
University of New South Wales
SYDNEY NSW 2052
☺ HELPFUL HINT: keep a copy of your original application form/s.
Payment Options:
Payments can be made ONLY by cheque, money order or online credit card (VISA or MasterCard). If paying by cheque, then separate cheques are required for each individual workshop & cycle. Please note: if workshops are cancelled or a student enrolment is cancelled, cheques are not returned. All cheques incur an additional administration fee of $4.50.
Siblings and Multiple Applications:
Separate application forms and payments are required for each student applying i.e.: two students, two application forms and two payments. While GERRIC attempts to accommodate individual needs, we cannot guarantee to meet requests for students to be placed with specific friends or relatives.
Are you applying for Multiple Programs?
Please note that a new application form is required per cycle i.e.: January, April, and July.
Application and Selection Criteria
Selection criteria are listed below for any student wishing to attend GERRIC's gifted and talented workshops. It is the responsibility of the parent and/or caregiver to read the information below and make sure that the student meets the enrolment criteria.
You DO NOT have to submit written information as proof that the student meets the selection criteria, however, you must be able to supply such proof to GERRIC upon request.
Junior Scientia:
Students qualify for the Junior Scientia program by having proof of:
- Scored at or above the 95th percentile (I.Q. 125+) on an individual or group I.Q. test; or scored at or above the 95th percentile on a subscale (e.g. verbal or performance) of an individual I.Q. test;
- Scored at or above the 95th percentile on a standardised test of achievement in any academic subject area;
- Scored well within the top band on the Basic Skills Test;
- Gained placement in a full time, self-contained class for academically gifted students (e.g. Opportunity Classes in NSW Schools);
- Obtained an Academic Scholarship of some description;
- Gained a Distinction or High Distinction in the Australian Schools Science or English Competitions, or the Australian Primary Mathematics Competition;
- A letter from the school confirming that the student's academic potential in any/all subject areas is within the top 5% of the student population
- Expected to behave in a manner that respects the safety and learning needs of others.
Scientia Challenge:
Students qualify for the Scientia Challenge program by having proof of:
- Scored at or above the 95th percentile (I.Q. 125+) on an individual or group I.Q. test; or scored at or above the 95th percentile on a subscale (e.g. verbal or performance) of an individual I.Q. test;
- Scored at or above the 95th percentile on a standardised test of achievement in any academic subject area;
- Scored well within the top band on the Basic Skills Test;
- Gained placement in a full time, self-contained class for academically gifted students (e.g. Opportunity Classes in NSW Schools);
- Obtained an Academic Scholarship of some description;
- Gained a Distinction or High Distinction in the Australian Schools Science or English Competitions, or the Australian Primary Mathematics Competition;
- A letter from the school confirming that the student's academic potential in any/all subject areas is within the top 5% of the student population
- Expected to behave in a manner that respects the safety and learning needs of others.
How GERRIC Allocates Students to Workshops
GERRIC’s priority is to place all students who apply. However if GERRIC receives more applications than there are places available for workshops, places will be allocated on the grounds of equity and need. Decisions on placement made by GERRIC are final. Places are not allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Scholarships: The Lauren Kipic Memorial Scholarship
The Lauren Kipic Memorial Scholarship - was established in memory of Lauren, a former employee of GERRIC who was herself an academically talented young woman and a much loved and valued member of the Centre.
Who is eligible to apply?
This Scholarship has been established in Lauren’s memory to allow a disadvantaged student who loves learning, as Lauren did, to attend a GERRIC student program workshop on full scholarship. NB: One place only available in January program
The selection criteria include, but are not limited to:
Lauren was well travelled, athletic and loved the outdoors. Her keen interest in other cultures found her teaching students who speak English as a second language in Japan. Her passion for travel took her to almost every continent, but it was on her most recent trip - intended to be her last for a while - that Lauren tragically lost her life.
Lauren loved teaching and learning and she loved to see the passion for learning that is shown by so many students who come to the GERRIC programs.
If you love learning, live in a regional area of Australia or, speak English as your second language, you are invited to apply for The Lauren Kipic Memorial Scholarship. To apply send in your application form with documentation that supports the selection criteria.
Twice Accelerated: Advanced Placement
How do I apply?
Advanced placement recognises the need for flexibility to advance a student who is exceptionally gifted.
Example 1: Students who are in Year 3 or 4 may apply for special consideration to attend a Year 5 & 6 course provided that the student can supply evidence of demonstrated ability which is truly exceptional.
Example 2: Students with a full scale IQ over 150 will be considered for advanced placement if documentary evidence is provided.
Advanced placement requests must be in writing and must include a documentary evidence of fulfilment of selection criteria. The final placement decision is that of GERRIC.
Terms, Conditions and Refunds
1. GERRIC must be advised in writing of all cancellations and withdrawals.
2. Cancellation:
- Cancellations more than 10 working days prior to workshop incur a $75 fee.
- Cancellations less than 10 working days prior to workshops will not be refunded. Full fee will apply.
3. For cancellations 10 working days prior to workshop start date there will be no refunds or credits.
4. There is no refund or credit if you change your mind or make errors when completing the application form.
5. GERRIC reserves the right to cancel workshops and change workshop details including venue and content if deemed appropriate. Brochure content is subject to change and correct at time of printing.
6. Parent/Guardians are responsible for making sure that the student meets the selection criteria and can supply documentation to GERRIC upon request.
