ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate
Learn how you can accelerate your academic journey
Get a head start by experiencing university while you’re still in school with ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra
ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate's H Courses offers Year 11 and 12 students in the ACT the opportunity to engage in university level studies while completing their senior secondary education. The program offers students the unique opportunity to experience studying at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼǒs new Canberra City campus, explore advanced future-focused subjects and gain credit towards their future degree.
Why choose ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate?
- Get a head start: Experience university learning and explore subjects that align with your passions and future study plans.
- Earn university credit: Successful completion will count towards a ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç undergraduate degree.
- Contribute to your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR): ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate's H Courses are accredited by the Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS) and can contribute to your ATAR.
- Study in the heart of Canberra: Attend weekly classes at the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra City campus.Â
- Be first to study with us in 2028: Be a part of the inaugural cohort to commence study in our new campus buildings due to open in Term 1, 2028.Â
ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate's H Courses
Cyber Security
This course introduces students to the foundational principles of cyber security. The program explores key topics such as digital threats, data protection, ethical hacking, cryptography and network security. Students will develop practical skills in identifying vulnerabilities, managing risk and understanding how cybersecurity applies across government, defence and industry contexts. The course prepares students for future studies and careers in one of the world’s fastest growing and most critical technology fields.
Systems Architecture
In this course, students gain a deep understanding of how complex computer systems are designed, structured and operated. With a focus on core computing concepts, including hardware-software interaction, data representation, instruction sets and performance optimisation, this program equips learners with the knowledge to understand how modern computing devices function from the ground up. The course offers valuable insight into engineering thinking, systems design and digital innovation, providing a head start for further study in computer science, engineering or information systems.
Key details about ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate
Who can apply?
To be eligible, students must:
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Be in year 11 undertaking an appropriate co-requisite course in an ACT college*
- Receive an endorsement from their school
- Commit to attending weekly face-to-face classes at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra City
*Both Cyber Security and Systems Architecture require students to be undertaking studies in an Information Technology course to be eligible to be enrolled. Â
- Explore courses: Review ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate's H Course offerings and select the one aligning with your interests and academic goals.Â
- Nominate a respresentative: Have a discussion with your parents and school careers adviser about your application. You will need to nominate a representative from your school to support your suitability for the program. Â
- Submit application: Complete the online application form by the specified deadline.
- Selection process: Applications are reviewed based on your response to the learner’s statement and application.Â
- Sit tight:Â Successful applicants will be notified via email and provided with enrolment details.
Register your interest
Register your interest now to receive updates and be the first to know when applications open.
Frequently asked questions Â
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A H Course is a classification given to a year 11 and 12 course which is designed and accredited by an Australian higher education provider and the ACT BSSS. Successful completion of the course can be recognised towards an undergraduate degree.
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ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate's H Courses are open to Australian domestic students or permanent residents. Students need a confirmed Year 11 enrolment at an ACT college (government or non-government) to apply.
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Students will be selected by a panel made up of ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, ACT Education Directorate and school sector representatives. Applications are reviewed based on your response to the learner’s statement and application.
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ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate's H Courses are accredited by the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS). Successful completion of a H Course can be used to meet the requirements for an ACT Senior Secondary Certificate and Tertiary Entrance Statement. The course scores you achieve in the program may contribute towards your ATAR calculation.
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Classes are held on weekday afternoons from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra City, 37 Constitution Ave, Reid, ACT 2612. The day of the week and term schedule will be published in due course. Courses will not commence before ACT public school Term 2, 2026.Â
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Participation in a ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate H Course is free to students.Â
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Interested students are encouraged to apply for the course/s that interest them. All courses are scheduled to be delivered at the same time and day, meaning you can only enrol in one course. Students will be able to list their preferred course during the application process.
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ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra currently offers two H Courses, Cyber Security and Systems Architecture. Additional H Courses and Bachelor programs are expected to be added to the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra portfolio of education offerings in due course.Â
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Each of the current ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç ACTivate H Courses on offer, Cyber Security and Systems Architecture, will grant students 6 units of credit (6 UOC) into the Bachelor of Cyber Security at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra. Additional H Courses and Bachelor programs are expected to be added to the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra portfolio of education offerings in due course.Â
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H Courses are only relevant to students undertaking the Senior Secondary Certificate in the ACT. Units of credit associated with undertaking the H Courses Cyber Security and Systems Architecture are aligned directly to the corresponding units in ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra’s Bachelor of Cyber Security. Additional H Courses and Bachelor programs are expected to be added to the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Canberra portfolio of education offerings in due course.
