Applications for uni 2 beyond are closed for 2022!
What is uni 2 beyond?
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uni 2 beyond supports people with an intellectual disability to study courses for interest and take part in university life. You can study some subjects at the university without enrolling in a degree. |
You can study these subjects because you are interested in them. This is called “auditing”.
What does uni 2 beyond offer?
uni 2 beyond students:
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Attend lectures and tutorials |
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Work on individual projects |
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Receive support from a mentor |
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Make friends and socialise |
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Join clubs and societies |
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Access careers support |
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Set personal goals |
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Explore campus |
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Become more independent |
Where is the University of Sydney?
The university has many different locations called campuses.
The main campus is in Darlington/Camperdown.
This is near:
- Redfern Train Station
- Newtown
- Glebe
Most faculties are located on the main campus.
We are looking for someone who:
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Show interest in available subjects |
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Commit to university |
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Make time for uni 2 beyond (for example, classes and social activies) |
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Are keen to learn and try new things |
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Can travel to university (with support if needed) |
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Have prior learning or work experience |
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Who can work with us to find the right balance of support |
Application Process
Applications for uni 2 beyond are closed for 2022.
The application process for uni 2 beyond 2023-2024 opens in June 2022.
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If you are interesting in doing uni 2 beyond, email cds@cds.org.au or ring 9036 3600 and ask to be added to the uni 2 beyond mailing list. |
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May 2022: People on the mailing list will be invited to the uni 2 beyond Open Day. |
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June 2022: uni 2 beyond Open Day/Information Session. |
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June 2022: If you liked the Open Day, you can put in an application form to be part of uni 2 beyond. Some people will be invited to an interview. |
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February 2023: Attend orientation day to learn more about how to be a uni 2 beyond student. |
Who can help me apply for uni 2 beyond?
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The people who support you |
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The Translating and Interpreting Service (if you speak a language other than English)
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The National Relay Service (if you are hearing or speech impaired)
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What happens if I don’t get in?
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The uni 2 beyond team will tell you about programs that might be a better fit for you. This may include programs that focus on education, job readiness or socialising. |
What happens if I start uni 2 beyond, but it’s not right for me?
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You will sign a service agreement when you start at uni 2 beyond. |
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The service agreement says that there needs to be 1 months’ notice to end the agreement. We can end the agreement sooner if there is an emergency. |
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If you decide to leave uni 2 beyond, we will also help you find some programs that are a better fit for you. |
How will uni 2 beyond help me reach my goals
The uni 2 beyond team work with lots of people to help students achieve their goals:
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We meet once every semester to discuss your goals |
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We think of creative ways we can help you achieve these goals |
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One big way we help you achieve you goals is by finding other uni students to be mentors. Mentors help you in class and help you make new friends |
Questions?
Speak to a uni 2 beyond staff member: 02 9036 3600 or email cds@cds.org.au
Application Forms and Checklists
uni 2 beyond Application Checklist Word Version – click here
uni 2 beyond Application Checklist PDF Version – click here
uni 2 beyond Student Application Form A Word Version – click here
uni 2 beyond Student Application Form A PDF Version – click here
uni 2 beyond Application Form B Word Version – click here
uni 2 beyond Application Form B PDF Version – click here