Learn for credit

Expand on your high school studies and get a headstart on university

Take a deep dive into an area of interest and earn credit towards a university subject with Bond’s unique learn for credit courses. Designed for Year 11 and 12 students, learn for credit courses combine on-campus workshops with online modules you can complete at your own pace.

During each course, you will explore an area you are interested in and develop valuable knowledge and skills to support your high school studies, while gaining an authentic university experience.

Bond has an action-packed calendar of learn for credit courses offered throughout the year, spanning a range of interesting areas and topics including climate law, creative writing, business and more.

If you complete five of Bond's learn for credit courses, you can apply for credit towards a Bond University subject and obtain two points towards your Queensland Certificate of Education.

How it works

Extend on your high school syllabus learning - these experiences are aligned to Year 11 and Year 12 curriculum for select high school subjects.
Complete a carefully curated course comprising approximately 24 hours of learning, including a face-to-face workshop, online modules and additional readings and assessment.
Complete five courses over Year 11 and 12 and be eligible to apply for credit for one Bond University undergraduate subject.
Each offering will contain approximately 24 hours of learning consisting of a face-to-face workshop, online modules, and additional readings.
The cost per student will be approximately $50 which includes a catered morning tea and lunch.

Gain credit towards a Bond University subject and two points towards your Queensland Certificate of Education.

Explore learn for credit experiences

IR, POLITICS AND ARTS

Literature and Philosophy for Global Challenges

Problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication are skills that define strong and capable leaders. Students will immerse themselves in the study of psychology and how human nature impacts the ability for world leaders to tackle global problems.

SOCIAL SCIENCES

Research and Statistics in Psychology

Across all science fields, including psychology, research and effective use of statistics is what helps us to make sense of the world. In this immersive and interactive course, learn more about utilising research and stats through a psychology lens.

LAW

Criminal Law and Procedure

A career in law can be intellectually challenging, personally fulfilling, and financially rewarding. Learning from Assistant Professor Dr Matthew Raj, you will be immersed in the study of criminal law throughout this course.

COMMS AND CREATIVE MEDIA

Creative Writing

In this course, you will harness your creative flair and passion for writing. Develop your writing skills by exploring a range of approaches, styles, and genres to help you find and tell compelling stories.

IR, POLITICS AND ARTS

Foundations of International Relations – Power, War and Peace

Fundamental to both war and peace is the concept of power. In this interactive course, you will learn about the intertwined nature of these concepts and develop an understanding of the modern international relations system.

Law

Cybercrime and Cybersecurity

Delve into the minds of a cybercriminal by learning the fundamentals of cybercrime including what motivates those who commit cyber attacks.

Commerce

Money Talks

Financial decision making is a core life skill, essential for a comfortable lifestyle. This course is designed to provide you with basic tools and knowledge to assist you in navigating life financially.

Law

Talk Your Way to the Top

This course is designed to equip you with the essential communication skills necessary to excel in professional and personal environments.

Psychology

Positive Psychology

Are you ready to unlock the secrets to a happier, more fulfilling life? This course will introduce students to the principles and concepts of positive psychology and how they relate to wellbeing.

Law

Climate Change and Law

Are you the next Greta Thunberg? Learn more about climate change from a legal perspective, and build an understanding of how you can advocate for real change from a legal perspective, in this for-credit course for high school students.

Year 12 student

I chose to complete the Literature and Philosophy for Global Challenges Learn for Credit course because I am interested in philosophy, and how different readings of things reveal their hidden philosophies. I loved the course; it was taught really well, and I loved meeting new people. I would describe the course as surprising, inspiring, and engaging. I would definitely recommend other students participate in a Learn for Credit course at Bond.

Shani D - Grace Lutheran College
Year 12 student

I love everything to do with psychology, so when I saw the Research and Statistics in Sciences course I really wanted to do it, and thought it would be a good way to see Bond. I found the content so interesting and enjoyed investigating the topic. I was surprised by how much we could achieve in so little time. I will be telling the other students in my psych class at school that they should complete this course. It was interesting, insightful and convincing (to go to Bond!).

Luana T - Marymount College
Year 11 student

I completed the Research and Statistics in Sciences Learn for Credit course to learn more about how research is conducted in the real world. I really enjoyed the experience, especially being able to approach research hands-on. I would recommend the course to other students as I found it to be a valuable, engaging, and interactive experience.

Elizabeth L - QLD Academy for Health Sciences
Year 11 student

I found the Research and Statistics in Sciences course to be helpful, fun, and interactive. It was really fun meeting new people and learning.

Isabel J - QLD Academy for Health Sciences
Year 12 student

I really enjoyed the way everything in the Research and Statistics in Sciences course was taught. Everyone was really friendly, and I didn't expect it to be so fun and interactive. I chose this course because I believe it will be useful for high school, university, and employment.

Dany - Elanora State High School
Year 11 student

I am interested in psych research and having expert opinions, so I completed the Research and Statistics in Sciences course. The people I met, especially the teachers, was a highlight for me. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to do an experience which contributes to class Uni credits.

Great Phet W - QLD Academy for Health Sciences
Year 11 student

The Research and Statistics in Sciences course was a really good experience. The teaching was concise, easy to understand, and useful. The people were great too! I chose this course because I like psychology (and stats is useful!).

Anabell H - St Michaels
Year 12 student

I chose to do the Research and Stastics in Sciences course out of curiosity. I have an interest of psychology in a university setting. I was surprised by how easygoing and people focused the course was. It was fun working with groups and having an engaging and memorable experience.

Hanna M - St. Hilda's School
Year 12 student

I completed the Research and Statistics in Sciences course so that I could experience the uni feeling of studying psychology, as I plan to study something psychology related. The course was fun, doable, and can be applied to my future studies.

Alice L - St Hilda's School
Year 12 student

I decided to do the Criminal Law and Procedure in Qld Learn for Credit course to view aspects of criminal law and find out if it is for me. The highlight was the Moot Court. The course was what I expected, and more! I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to other students. I would describe the course as fascinating, educational, and engaging.

Sofia M - Benowa State High
Year 11 student

The Criminal Law and Procedure in Queensland course was exciting, engaging, and excellent. I chose to do this course because I wanted to experience learning law in a university environment. I found the experience to be great, the skills and staff were great, too.

Hannah V - Clairvaux Mackillop College
Year 11 student

I have plans to study Law and Criminology, so I completed the Criminal Law and Procedure in Queensland course to gain more experience. My highlight of the course was gaining new knowledge and learning in a new environment. It was surprising how we were taught like uni students. I would 110% recommend this course to other students.

Summah B - Marymount College
Year 11 student

I wanted more experience in Law and how uni works, so I chose to do the Criminal Law and Procedure in Queensland course. It was a great experience, I particularly enjoyed learning about moot courts. I would describe the course as engaging, interesting, and beneficial and would recommend it to other students as a great experience.

Skyla S - Marymount College
Year 11 student

The Criminal Law and Procedure in Queensland course is the first event I have been to at Bond, and I would recommend it to anyone. I chose this course because I wanted more experience in law. It was exciting, engaging, and educational.

Bella T - Clairvaux Mackillop College
Year 11 student

I chose to attend the Creative Writing course as I thought it would be a great experience. Charmaine, the course instructor, was amazing! I loved getting to know more about the University. It was an incredible, eye-opening, and insightful experience.

Abbey S - Saint Stephen's College
Year 11 student

The Creative Writing course was an incredible experience. I loved every minute, and I was surprised by how warm and welcoming everyone was, and how comfortable I was in sharing my work! Charmaine is AMAZING! I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone. In three words I would describe the course as inciting, stimulating, and incredible.

Lainey M - Miami State High School
Year 11 student

I completed the Creative Writing learn for credit course so that I could learn more about the subjects and studying at Bond. I loved this course because it was insightful, motivating, inspiring, and I was able to write freely without restriction. The freedom and the flow of it was positively unexpected.

Shivani W - Queensland Academy for Health Sciences
Year 11 student

The Creative Writing learn for credit course was very fun and informative. I love using my imagination and having freedom in what I write. Writing brings me happiness and I hope to be studying something to do with writing at university. This course was even better than I expected, and the teacher is very lovely!

Annalise A - Pacific Coast Christian School
Year 12 student

I like creative writing, so I chose to complete the learn for credit Creative Writing course. It was an amazing experience and Charmaine was a highlight. I think this course is worth it and I would absolutely recommend it to other students.

Zia - Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School
Year 11 student

I have a love and interest in stories and storytelling which is why I chose to complete the Creative Writing course. My highlights were the group collaboration and small blueprints.

Harry D - Churchie

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