Programs of Excellence

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Academic Programs of Excellence and Specialist Academies​

At Hervey Bay State High School we aim to encourage and enrich our students, both in and out of the classroom.  We are proud to offer a wide range of excellence programs, encouraging students to pursue excellence in many endeavours.  These include:

Signature Program

• Entrepreneurship & Innovation​​

Academic Programs of Excellence

• English and Humanities
• Mathematics and Science

• Global Leadership
  
• Performing Arts (Dance and Drama)
  
• Performing Arts (Music)
  
• Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)​
  

Entry in each of these programs is selective, with acceptance being on merit.  Please see below for further information. 

Year 7 2026 Applications

• Appl​ic​atio​ns for English and Humanities​, Performing Arts (Dance and Drama), Performing Arts (Music)​ are open until the end of Term 3 2025.
  
• Applications for Entrepreneurship & Innovation - Signature Program​ is now open.​

​General Information

• Applications for entry to our Academies are subject to the entry process.  If the application is successful, students will still be required to complete an Application for Student Enrolment. 
  

How do I Apply?

• Please read the page Entrepreneurship & Innovation​​ on how to apply.
  
• For all other currently open programs please use this link: https://survey.qed.qld.gov.au/n/dLgh7Q9