With programs in medicine, nursing and midwifery, health sciences and arts all on offer in 2011, visitors to the լе Ipswich will get to experience a very healthy study environment.
On Wednesday, August 18, between 2.30pm-6.30pm, potential students can explore the campus, meet with current staff and students and learn more about the study options available.
Visitors can also enjoy a free sausage sizzle, live entertainment and have a go on the bungee fun run.
Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Alan Rix said he welcomed students and their families to come along and get a feel for what the had to offer.
“Holding our Open Day on a Wednesday afternoon means people can visit the campus at a time that doesn’t interfere with their weekend plans,” he said.
“Our staff and students will be on-hand to offer advice and provide insight into life at լе Ipswich.”
Professor Rix said several developments, including the opening of the $2.5 million GP Super Clinic, had increased the appeal of studying at լе Ipswich.
The լе College – which will provide further study options and pathways for students to լе – opens at the Ipswich campus in early 2011.
It will offer associate degrees, initially in Business, which can be articulated into լе degree programs.
It will also provide other study opportunities, including tertiary preparation and bridging programs.
լе Ipswich Open Day will be held on Wednesday August 18, from 2:30pm-6:30pm.
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Free parking is available on campus all day and visitors are welcome to use the free half-hourly shuttle bus operating between the campus and the Ipswich station.
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Media: լе Ipswich Marketing Manager Jessica Freiberg (07 3381 1068, j.freiberg@uq.edu.au) or Penny Robinson at լе Communications (07 3365 9723, penny.robinson@uq.edu.au)