First Nations high school experiences

At Adelaide University, we strive for excellence in Aboriginal higher education, and this starts with creating opportunities for First Nations high school students to experience university. We aim to build students’ confidence and motivation to pursue tertiary studies through a range of experiences, from academic enrichment to immersive educational and cultural activities. By participating in our experiences, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can discover study options and pathways to university, plus get an insight into student life, support services and more.

All experiences can be booked through our dedicated First Nations Outreach team.

First Nations high school workshops

Karnkanthi Education Program

Lifting up in Kaurna language, the Karnkanthi Education Program is for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander high school students wanting to build the confidence to pursue university education.

Get the tools, inspiration and early support to succeed in your future study, career and life aspirations. You'll have access to private tutoring for school studies, build leadership skills, sharpen your academic knowledge and participate in cultural and career development opportunities.

Location: On campus
Duration: 10 activities over 1 year for full program
Year level: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Year 10, 11 and 12/13
Cost: Free/fully funded

The program is open to committed and motivated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students who have a passion for learning and want to improve and build on their academic and leadership skills.

For more information and to apply for the program, contact FirstNationsOutreach@adelaideuni.edu.au.

Marni Wingku Immersive Day

Meaning good spirit/breath in Kaurna language, Marni Wingku is an immersive full day event held on campus for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students.

Discover different Adelaide University disciplines – from science to arts, through innovative, inquiry-based workshops and activities. You’ll build confidence, explore your career aspirations and come away feeling inspired to pursue university education.

Location: On campus
Duration: 1 day
Year level: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in Year 9, 10, 11 and 12/13
Cost: Free/fully funded

For more information, contact FirstNationsOutreach@adelaideuni.edu.au.

Tours and school visits

Campus tours and school visits

Adelaide University offers tailored visits and tours to our campuses, giving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students opportunities to experience what studying at Adelaide University would be like.

On-campus visits offer a range of activities and can be tailored to your students. Activities can include:

Tours around university grounds and facilities, including the Wirringka study centres

Meeting the First Nations Student Support team

Information sessions about university pathways and entry programs

Cultural activities

Meeting current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to learn more about university life.

Outreach school visits

Accessibility to on-campus activities can be challenging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in regional and rural schools. Future Student Engagement Officers visit schools in metropolitan Adelaide, regional and rural South Australia and interstate to inspire students to pursue tertiary education, offering presentations, activities and information about our degrees and university pathways.

Contact us

Email

For more information on our First Nations high school outreach and engagement offerings or to make a booking, contact the First Nations Outreach team by email: FirstNationsOutreach@adelaideuni.edu.au