JANUARY 2025 PROGRAM INFORMATION
Our GERRIC for Gifted Students program is offered to gifted and talented students (students who can perform in the top 10% of their age-peers) in Years 3-10 at Australian primary, middle or secondary school. This is a school holiday program that expands the minds of bright, inquisitive individuals looking for an intellectual challenge that is more demanding and more fun than they may sometimes experience at school. At UNSW, gifted students meet others who share their interests and they are taught by educators who love working in this field.
Key Dates:
Junior Scientia (Years 3 – 6): January 22, 23 & 24
Scientia Challenge (Years 7 – 10): January 15,16 & 17
Ticket Information:
Face-to-Face Sessions: 3 day Programs are $515.00
Programs start at 9:00 AM and end at 3:00 PM daily.
How are the programs developed?
All programs are developed and presented by experienced teachers who are qualified or experienced in gifted education. They possess the expertise and skills to encourage the interests and pique the curiosity of gifted children.
To provide an appropriate level of rigour and challenge for gifted students, the level of difficulty of the workshops is set two years above the enrolled school level of the child. The workshop structure is also designed to further develop social skills and provide an opportunity for gifted students to meet like-minded peers with similar interests.
What programs are available?
- The Seniors program is designed for students in Years 7-8 and Years 9-10.
- The Juniors program is designed for students in Years 3-4 and Years 5-6.
- Students will select one three-day workshop from the list here.
Please ensure your child is enrolled in a course that corresponds to their year group at school for 2025. Exceptions can be made but will must be approved by a GERRIC team member before purchasing a ticket. Refunds will not be offered for inaccurate purchases and must be aligned with our refund policy.
What documents and information will I need to apply?
GERRIC strongly encourages you to have all documents listed below available as an attachment before you begin the registration process.
You will be asked to complete upload or complete the following information:
- Academic entry criteria for Category A or B:
This is required for all new students. - Medical Plan: This is required for any students with medication taken or allergies.
- Emergency and/or Pick-up Person contact details
- Billing details
What questions will I need to answer in the application?
Purchasers are also encouraged to have responses prepared to the screening questions before you begin the registration on Swoogo.
You will be asked to complete the following screening questions:
- Does this student have a disability, physical impairment or access requirement?
- Does this student have a learning need or additional diagnosis?
- Does this student have any additional equity needs that we should be aware of?
- What else should we know about your child so that we can make their learning experience positive?
FAQs
We've compiled a list of frequently asked questions regarding the GERRIC Student Programs. If you don’t find what you’re looking for please email us at gerric@unsw.edu.au.
Phone: 02 9385 1972 or 02 9065 7462
Email: gerric@unsw.edu.au
Most families opt for the higher level (upcoming year) when a student's year at school falls on the cusp between year groups. For example, a student who will start Year 3 the following year is eligible to apply for the Year 3-4 workshops, and a student who will start Year 6 the following year is eligible to apply for the Year 5-6 workshops.
However, if the topic of a workshop in the lower bracket is particularly appealing to a student, or if a parent believes that level to be more socially appropriate for their child, they may apply for a workshop at that level. For example, a student who has just finished Year 4 may apply for a Year 3-4 workshop if desired.
Please click on the link below to view the selection criteria for any student wishing to attend the GERRIC Student Programs. It is the responsibility of the parent and/or caregiver to read this and make sure that the student meets the criteria. Eligible students must meet at least one criteria in Category A or 2 criteria in Category B.
In addition, all students are expected to be able to behave in a manner that respects the safety and learning needs of others.
Unfortunately, no. Workshops will run simultaneously meaning each child can only attend one program for three days.
The majority of programs sell out on the first few days of ticket sales. Please ensure your child is happy with their program choice before purchasing a ticket.
Transferring to a different program is subject to space availability and may not be possible due to high program demand.
- File uploads of medical records and academic entry criteria are mandatory.
- If file uploads are missing, purchasers will be sent 2 reminder emails within 10 days of ticket purchase.
- Failure to upload the requested documents within 10 days of ticket purchase will result in the cancellation of your ticket.
Only written refund requests will be processed following the dates below.
A full refund for withdrawal is available if requested in writing via email to GERRIC before December 7, 2024.
A partial refund (50%) for withdrawal is available if requested in writing via email to GERRIC between December 7 and December 20.
No refunds will be given for withdrawal requests made after December 20, 2024. Exceptions may be given for a partial refund (up to 50%) at the discretion of GERRIC in cases of illness, family illness or death. The exceptional request must be made in writing before the third day (January 17 or 24) of the student programs. Appropriate documentation (medical note, funeral record, etc) must be submitted to GERRIC via email within 7 days of the exceptional request.
Please note that all refunds may incur a credit card transaction fee.
Post-event refund requests will not be accepted or processed by GERRIC.
If a program is full, you will be given the option to join our waitlist. If a place becomes available you will be notified via email.
UNSW reserves the right to cancel workshops due to low enrolment numbers or other unforeseen circumstances that prevent the programs from running.
If a cancellation occurs, you will be offered either a full refund or a choice of available on-campus workshops within the same age group.
- Catering will not be provided.
- All Juniors programs attendees (Years 3-6) will be required to bring their own packed lunches and snacks for each day of the workshop.
- Students in the Seniors programs (Years 7-10) can purchase lunch on campus. By allowing students to purchase lunch, GERRIC waives responsibility for student meal choice.
The January 2025 Student Programs will only be held on the UNSW Kensington campus. No online programs will be available in January.
You will be given the option to register your interest for parent events when purchasing your child's ticket. Parent events are free for ticket purchasers.
Members of the public are not eligible to attend parent events during the student programs.
Yes, campus tours will be available for students and parents during the student programs. Further information on tours will be provided shortly.
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