QASMT Toowong: Complete Guide to Year 7 and Year 10 Entry | BrainTree Coaching

QASMT (Queensland Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology) is Queensland's STEM-focused selective academy in Toowong, offering Year 7 and Year 10 entry via the EduTest over two days. Year 7 is the only early-entry pathway among Queensland Academies. The application fee is $250 (non-refundable). No cut-off scores are published.

QASMT: Queensland's STEM-Focused Selective Academy

The Queensland Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology (QASMT) sits adjacent to the University of Queensland St Lucia campus. It delivers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme with a STEM specialisation — physics, chemistry, higher-level mathematics, and computer science.

Unlike QACI (Creative Industries) and QAHS (Health Sciences), QASMT is the only Queensland Academy accepting Year 7 entry, giving students up to six years in the academy system before the IB Diploma years.

This guide covers both entry pathways, the EduTest format, and preparation via our EduTest selective school hub, EduTest exam format guide, EduTest prep strategies, Queensland Academies Ultimate Pack, sample reasoning paper, and free mock tests.

In this guide you will find:

• What makes QASMT different from QACI and QAHS
• Year 7 vs Year 10 entry requirements
• EduTest components and the interview stage
• A practical preparation timeline

QASMT Entry Guide

Navigate to entry pathways, EduTest, or FAQ

1. What Makes QASMT Unique
2. Year 7 and Year 10 Entry
3. EduTest and Interview
4. QASMT vs QACI vs QAHS
5. Preparation Strategy
6. FAQ

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What Makes QASMT Unique

QASMT at a Glance

Key facts for families comparing Queensland Academies

Year 7 + 10

Entry PointsOnly academy with Year 7 intake

UQ

University PartnerAccess to UQ labs and researchers

IB Diploma

CurriculumSTEM-weighted subject offerings

$250

Application FeeNon-refundable across all QLD Academies

The UQ partnership is practical, not symbolic. QASMT students access university laboratories, research mentors, and library resources years before typical secondary students. The Toowong campus is well served by Toowong railway station and bus routes across South-East Queensland.

For the broader EduTest family overview, see our EduTest selective school and scholarship hub.

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Year 7 and Year 10 Entry

Prepare for QASMT EduTest Entry

Structured practice across Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading, Mathematics, and Written Expression.

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Year 7 entry is the primary and most competitive intake — estimated 8–12 applicants per place. Students who enter at Year 7 spend six years in the academy (Years 7–12), building IB foundations early.

Year 10 entry serves as a pre-IB preparation year for students who discover a STEM focus later or missed the Year 7 window. The EduTest is calibrated to a higher difficulty level; the Written Expression component is not included for Year 10 applicants.

Selection involves:

1. Online application with the $250 fee
2. EduTest over two consecutive days (typically a weekend in September)
3. Interview for shortlisted candidates

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EduTest Format and Interview

The EduTest runs over two consecutive days. Year 7 applicants sit five components:

EduTest Components — Year 7 Entry

1. 1.Verbal Reasoning — 30 min

   Analogies, vocabulary, verbal logic, and word relationships.

2. 2.Numerical Reasoning — 30 min

   Patterns, sequences, and quantitative logic — not long arithmetic drills.

3. 3.Reading Comprehension — 30 min

   Inference, main ideas, and author purpose across fiction and non-fiction.

4. 4.Mathematics — 30 min

   Curriculum-aligned problems: fractions, geometry, introductory algebra.

5. 5.Written Expression — 15 min (Year 7 only)

   Coherent writing under time pressure — structure and vocabulary matter more than length.

Shortlisted candidates attend an interview assessing intellectual curiosity, communication, and genuine STEM interest. Encourage your child to discuss specific projects or problems they have found engaging — authenticity matters more than rehearsed answers.

Full component detail is in our EduTest exam format guide and EduTest practice resources.

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QASMT vs QACI vs QAHS

Choose the campus that matches your child's strengths

Queensland Academies Compared

Feature	Option 1	Option 2	Verdict
Specialisation	STEM (science, maths, technology)	Creative industries / Health sciences	Match passion, not prestige
Year 7 entry	Yes — primary intake	No — Year 10 only	Only QASMT offers early entry
Location	Toowong, Brisbane	Kelvin Grove / Gold Coast	Commute matters
University partner	University of Queensland	QUT / Griffith	All are leading QLD universities
Campus transfer	Not permitted	Not permitted	Choose carefully upfront

For campus comparison between QASMT, QACI, and QAHS, see our IB Diploma at Queensland Academies guide and HAST vs EduTest comparison.

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Preparation Strategy

QASMT Preparation Timeline

1. 12–9 months out: Foundation

   Baseline and habits

   • Diagnostic EduTest mock
   • Daily diverse reading

   Verbal reasoning drills · Consolidate year-level maths · Weekly timed writing (Year 7)

2. 9–4 months out: Skill building

   Component depth

   • EduTest-format practice
   • Address weakest section

   Numerical pattern work · Reading inference exercises · Simulate two-day testing on consecutive days

3. Final month: Consolidation

   Confidence, not cramming

   • One full mock under exam conditions
   • Interview preparation

   Light review only in final week · Plan travel and sleep for both test days

Do not neglect writing for Year 7 entry — 15 minutes requires months of fluency building. Simulate the two-day format on consecutive weekend days to build stamina.

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FAQ

Can my child apply to QASMT and another Queensland Academy in the same year?

No. Only one application per year is permitted across QASMT, QACI, and QAHS.

What is the QASMT application fee?

$250, non-refundable regardless of outcome. The fee is the same across all three Queensland Academies.

Is there a published cut-off score?

No. Offers are based on overall EduTest performance and, for shortlisted candidates, the interview.

Does Year 10 entry include Written Expression?

No. Written Expression is included in the Year 7 test only. Year 10 applicants sit the four remaining components.

Can students transfer from QASMT to QACI after enrolment?

No. Transfers between Queensland Academies campuses are not permitted.

Is the EduTest the same test used in NSW?

Yes. Queensland Academies use the same EduTest framework as many NSW selective schools for Years 8–11 entry. Practice materials aligned to EduTest suit both contexts — see our EduTest complete guide.

What IB subjects are available at QASMT?

QASMT typically offers Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (Higher Level), Computer Science, and Design Technology. Specific offerings may vary by year.

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