Entry requirements
Australian institutions have two sets of entry
requirements: academic and English language skills. If you do not
meet the requirements, you may be able to do a bridging or linking
course.
Academic entry
requirements
Australian institutions set down their
own academic requirements for entry. As a general guide:
- Undergraduate courses require the equivalent of an Australian
Senior School Certificate of Education (Year 12).
- Postgraduate courses require the completion of a first degree
at undergraduate level.
- Vocational study is not necessarily based on academic
performance. But some courses may have pre-requisite
subjects or ask for demonstrated work experience.
- Schools have varying entry requirements. Some may focus on
academic skills, others on sporting, and some may be limited by
numbers.
English language skills
To be accepted into a course, you may have to
meet the minimum English language requirements as set down by your
chosen institution. The International English Language Testing
System (IELTS) is the only test accepted for
student visa purposes. See the Department of Immigration and
Citizenship for further information.
If you do not meet the IELTS requirement, it
may be possible for you to do additional English study in Australia
before starting your course.
For information on entry requirements to specific courses, talk
to your IDP counsellor.
