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News from our institutions – September 2024

04 Sep 2024

Register for upcoming events

  • – a series of free evening webinars running in September.
  • : Thu 10 Oct, 5pm to 6pm | Strathfield campus

Entry information

  • close Mon 16 Sep – Students can secure a place before the final exams.
  • Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) application changes: Entry will be based on a combination of factors including a transcript of latest academic results, curriculum vitae (CV) with references, sample essay and interviews. Apply directly by Sun 13 Oct. Students can apply after Sun 13 Oct through 91ÌÒÉ«. .
  • 2027 entry requirements for Bachelor of Biomedical Science (for 2024 Year 10 students): NSW students will be required to complete any 2 units of English (Standard) (Band 3) or English as an Additional Language (Band 4), and any 2 units of one of the following (Band 2): Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Free HSC revision sessions

Fri 13 Sep, 9am | ACPE campus | Prepare for the HSC with in-person revision sessions for PDHPE and Community and Family Studies. .

Upcoming deadlines

  • Schools Recommendation Scheme: Mon 16 Sep | Apply for early admission through 91ÌÒÉ«.
  • : Tue 17 Dec | Apply based on your Year 11 results.
  • : ACPE offers multiple scholarships to help students succeed in their education journey.

Early Entry

Open to domestic Year 12 students who are eligible for an ATAR and can demonstrate an average mark of no less than 70% across all subjects in Year 11. Scholarships worth $2,000 are also available. before Tuesday 3 December.

Campus tours

Students can to see Avondale's campus facilities, accommodation and services. Meet current students, staff and lecturers and have all your questions answered.

: Mon 21 October, 11am to 2pm and Tue 22 Oct 5pm to 8pm.

Early offer (PRS) applications closing soon

offers Year 12 students the opportunity to apply for eligible CQU undergraduate courses based on their high school principal's recommendation, instead of ATAR. Ideal for those passionate, talented and highly motivated students. Applications close 2 December 2024.

Online Chat Session: Thursday 3 October 3pm (AEST)

Year 12 students can ask CQU staff course-related queries and find out about scholarships, support services and more. .

Scholarships open

are available for every study area, study level and citizenship. The financial boost can ease the pressure of paying for study materials like textbooks, uniforms, laptops, as well as relocation and living expenses.

Application support sessions

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New programs

  • : applications now open to this free program for applicants who don't meet the admission requirements for an undergraduate degree. Designed to build confidence and academic study skills.
  • : Year 11 and 12 students can accelerate their tertiary studies by completing a course (subject) at Griffith while still at high school.
  • : students can also choose to combine a bachelor and masters degree and complete their study in four years with the new vertical double degrees.

Register for upcoming events

  • : Early Entry, the Leadership Entry Program, and the Elite Athlete and Performer Program are taking interviews for students intending to start Feb 2025. The main interview day is Sat 7 Sep 2024. Eligible shortlisted students are required to book an interview to secure their early offer.
  • : Thu 12 Sep 2024, 5.30pm to 8.30pm
  • : Thu 3 Oct and Fri 4 Oct 2024, 10am to 5pm
  • : Thu 21 Nov 2024, 6pm to 7.30pm

Scholarship deadline

: Fri 22 Nov 2024

Year 12 webinar series

Upcoming webinar: Transitioning from school to uni – Wed 11 Sep 2024, 6pm to 7pm

– learn about early entry, uni applications, course updates and more.

Campus tours

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Personal consultations

Get help with your course selection and entry criteria. .

Course update

and are available for selection in the 91ÌÒÉ« application.

New First Robotics Adjustment Factor Scheme

FIRST Australia (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is an initiative that is led by Macquarie University and run out of the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

Students who participated in FIRST in Years 11 and or 12 may receive up to 10 adjustment points for specified degrees offered by the Faculty of Science and Engineering. .

Early Entry Program deadline

offers are based on Year 11 results but are conditional on students completing the NSW HSC or ACT Senior Secondary Certificate. Applications close at midnight Thu 26 Sep.

Register for upcoming events

  • : Tue 3 Sep, 1pm to 2pm Callaghan Campus | Wed 4 Sep, 12pm to 1 pm Ourimbah Campus | Wed 11 Sep, 4.30pm to 5.30pm online (applications for the program close Mon 30 Sep)
  • : Fri 13 Sep, Fri 11 Oct, Fri 8 Nov, Fri 13 Dec | Newcastle and Central Coast campuses
  • : Wed 23 Oct, 5pm to 6pm.

New programs

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Register for upcoming info session

  • : Thu 19 Sep, 6pm | online

91ÌÒÉ« applications now available for international students

View or view the for details on programs, scholarships and international admission requirements.

Early offers still open

Applications are now open for for 2025 entry.

New degrees available in 2025

New artificial intelligence major

Students can take the major in at the Sydney campus.

Register for upcoming events

  • (Wed 18 Sep, 5pm to 6pm): students can learn about the scholarships offered, confirm eligibility, get tips on writing a strong scholarship application and have their questions answered.
  • (Thu 19 Sep, 5pm to 6pm): domestic students living in regional or interstate areas can find out about the and the .
  • (Tue 10 Sep, 4pm to 7pm): students can receive tailored feedback on their portfolio.
  • (Tue 10 Sep, 4.30pm to 7pm): students can receive tailored feedback on their portfolio.
  • (Fri 4 Oct): students will hear from industry experts, academics, students and alumni about the field of project management, career paths, and degree insights.

Accommodation

The University of Wollongong usually experiences high demand for student accommodation. Students should submit an application as soon as they can for 2025.

Scholarships

reward students who have demonstrated excellence in areas of academia, leadership, community, and sport. It is also committed to providing support to students experiencing financial and other educational disadvantages through equity scholarships and grant programs.

New course – Bachelor of Criminology

The offers students the opportunity to develop the knowledge and expertise needed for careers in criminal justice agencies, victim support and advocacy, social research and more.

Register for upcoming events

  • for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students in Years 9 to 12: Fri 6 Sep, 9.30am to 2pm | Parramatta South campus
  • : Mon 30 Sep to Fri 4 Oct
  • : For students interested in becoming a nurse or midwife – Wed 11 Sep, 10am to 12.30pm | Parramatta campus and Tue 17 Sep, 10am to 12.30pm | Hawkesbury campus
  • : Discover how you can navigate university life with confidence and success | Tue 17 Sep, 5pm

Competition

: For high school students with new business ideas. Submissions close Sun 13 Oct.

New diploma courses available in 2025

aligns to in-demand job industries. Delivered through The College at Western, these courses provide an immersive study experience, that involve no exams or lectures. Study one course-specific subject at a time.

Scholarships

Western offers over 100 scholarships across a variety of categories:

  • Indigenous scholarships
  • high potential scholarships
  • equity scholarships
  • humanitarian scholarships (for refugees and asylum seekers).