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Since only 6 players have signed up, we will instead adopt a Swiss format for this edition of the Bored of Studies Chess Competition. The format is simple and the updated rules are as follows: There will be 3 rounds with no eliminations. Players will be awarded points as the tournament...

SRS is an early offer scheme available at most universities. In many cases, applicants can have their year 11 results considered, potentially allowing them to receive an early offer based on their year 11 results as opposed to through the standard ATAR pathway. However, year 11 results are not...

We could do that especially if we don't get at least 8 players. Let's set the deadline for the end of this week. If we're still on 6 players by then, we'll have a Swiss tournament instead.

While some degrees may offer limited job opportunities on their own, they can be built upon through further studies, leading to improved job opportunities. In the case of a Bachelor of Arts (History), you can complement that with a Master of Teaching, allowing you to become a teacher in that...

Bump! :)

First-semester units may have a higher chance of being recognised since they may be more general compared to more advanced units at later stages. It would definitely be good to check whether this is accurate. I would recommend contacting any students who may have transferred to law at UNSW from...

Generally speaking, you are more likely to have a bigger part of your previous studies recognised at UNSW if you attended a Go8 university given that Go8 universities try to facilitate credit transfer for students transferring from one Go8 university to another. This most likely also applies to...

Are you a UNSW student? If so you do not need to sit the LAT since UNSW does not require it for internal transfers. If you are not a UNSW student, you will need to sit the LAT even if you have achieved favourable university results as these will both be considered. To prepare for the LAT, you...

Bump! ♟️ 6 players have signed up so far! If you would like to participate, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFakS90MwtVQrjZkr6Zj-ua748z6ciVCXO1FH8Kut4pA5FRg/viewform?usp=sharing The competition is flexible so players will not be pressured to play their...

A student's rank relative to their cohort in a particular subject is considered when determining the Assessment Mark (i.e. the mark that a student receives which reflects their internal performance and contributes 50% of their overall HSC mark for the subject). It is used as part of the...

No, there is no minimum rating or experience requirement. This is simply an opportunity for BoS members to play chess competitively and have fun. :)

For Business Studies, by essay I assume that you mean a business report with a stimulus? If so, then it could assess any aspects of the content that you have studied so far. The stimulus itself might incorporate certain concepts across more than one topic. This is accompanied by 2-3 questions...

Bump! 5 players have now signed up! ♟️

There is no strict closing date. We will begin once at least 8 players have signed up. Please keep an eye on this thread for updates. :)

No worries, you can always watch a few tutorials if you have time. The aim is simply to have fun with other players! :D

Hey everyone! Hope you’re all doing well! :bosman: After the wonderful 4th Edition which was won by Anaya R, I am excited to announce the 5th Edition of the Bored of Studies Chess Competition! :bosman: Rise to the challenge and climb your way to the very top! Who will emerge as the next BoS...

We can make that happen. It seems like this is something players would appreciate! :D

Soon Venti! Was supposed to organise it around January, but didn't get a chance. I'll organise the next one in the next few days and I'll definitely consider your suggestion! :D

Would the following working help?