Tertiary Course Information

Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)

The new Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) at Monash University addresses a significant gap in the market for qualified speech pathologists. This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to help with communication and treat eating and drinking disorders. Students will learn alongside other allied health students at the Monash Peninsula Campus who are studying physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and more. This interdisciplinary approach fosters a collaborative learning environment, preparing students for real-world healthcare settings.

The VCE prerequisite subjects are Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 35 in English (EAL) or 30 in English other than EAL, and Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in one of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical Methods (any) or Specialist Mathematics, Physics, Health and Human Development, or Physical Education.

Students are encouraged to browse Bachelor of Speech Pathology to find out more.

University Clinical Aptitude Test

Bookings opened on 3 March 2026 and close 15 May 2026. Testing dates will run from 1 July 2026 to 5 August 2026. Find out more at UCAT.

The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) is an admissions test used by the UCAT ANZ Consortium of universities in Australia and New Zealand for their medical, dental, and clinical science degree programs. Universities requiring the UCAT are listed at this link - Universities requiring the UCAT but also listed below.

Students intending to apply for courses requiring the UCAT at any of these universities are reminded that they will need to book a test. Students who are preparing for entry into any of these courses are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the format of the test at UCAT Test Format and the practice tests and preparation material provided at

UCAT Preparation when available.

VU Early Entry Program

Tackle VCE with confidence, knowing you have a head start on your future with an early entry program unique to you!

Year 11 or 12 students studying VCE, VCE Vocational Major, Unscored VCE or an International Baccalaureate in Victoria, are eligible for VU Early Entry.

Successful applicants may enjoy:

VU Early Entry scholarship (international students not eligible for these scholarships but can apply for scholarships here
Free ATARNotes+ subscription
5 bonus ATAR points and a Conditional Offer*

*Excluding the Bachelor of Education (P-12) and Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Applications open on 21 April 2026 at Victoria University’s Early Entry Program and will close 15 October 2026.

Key Medicine Dates for 2027 Entry

Year 12 students are reminded that the selection process for direct entry into medicine at Clayton consists of three equally weighted components:

ATAR, including adjustment factors, e.g. Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS);
UCAT ANZ (University Clinical Aptitude Test for Australia and New Zealand) total score; and,
Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) performance.

On Friday, 2 October 2026 all VTAC applicants will receive an email from the Faculty outlining the application process and instructions to apply for the Dean’s Rural List (DRL).

This will be sent to the email used in the VTAC application. Should students not have received an email by 5pm, they are advised to check their spam/junk folder before contacting Monash. Applications for the DRL will close at 12pm (midday) Friday, 9 October 2026 (Melbourne local time).

Students are advised to regularly visit Key Medicine Dates for 2027 Entry for current information as these dates are subject to change.

Aspire Program for 2027 Entry

Closes Friday 4 September

Aspire Community Impact Program -Open to domestic and permanent resident students only. The Aspire Community Impact rewards Year 12 students for their volunteering or community contribution experience with an early conditional offer for most undergraduate courses at La Trobe.

A number of Aspire Scholarships, worth $5,000 per year for up to four years, will be awarded to leading eligible Aspire students. When applying, applicants are required to provide information about the length and frequency of their community service and/or volunteering experience.

Aspire Academic Impact Program, is open to domestic and permanent resident students only. Applications open Wednesday 1 April 2026 and close on Friday 4 September 2026. Students can nominate up to three courses and should do their research as they cannot edit these once their application is submitted.

Business Explorer 2026

Business Explorer gives students hands-on experience in the world of business. Through interactive games, quizzes and case studies, students get to discover the world of start-ups, brands, stock markets and more!

Attendees have the option of choosing two taster sessions in accounting, banking and finance, economics, analytics, entrepreneurship, management, and marketing to experience on the day. Students will also participate in a business simulation that will challenge their decision-making, leadership and management skills.

*Places are strictly limited to senior students studying VCE Units 1 - 4 students only and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Wednesday 1 July 2026 9.00am – 3.00pm Monash University Caulfield Campus

When registering, please indicate your first and second preference for each taster session. For further details please visit the Business Explorer website.

Associate Degree in Information Technology

RMITs 2-year Associate Degree in Information Technology focuses on real-world problems, is project-based, has an active learning approach, and is linked to the current requirements of industry. Students build foundational knowledge in cyber security, artificial intelligence, programming and data handling, gaining in-demand tech skills, problem-solving abilities, and career flexibility.

This associate degree allows students to enter the workforce with relevant skills for today's IT industry, opening doors to roles in government, education, health, tourism, and retail, among other industries and sectors. Alternatively, students could choose to continue on to further study in one of the following degrees. Credit may apply which will reduce the total duration of the chosen destination course.

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Residential Colleges Open House 2026

Are you looking to attend the University of Melbourne and thinking about Residential Colleges?The University of Melbourne has ten Residential Colleges, and they are holding an Open House event of tours in May.

Attendees can hear from current students, meet the academic and pastoral care staff, learn more about residential scholarship programs and discover the best of residential college clubs, societies, events, and leadership opportunities.

Saturday 16 May 2026 from 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Registrations are still open at visit Open House 2026 - Residential Colleges.