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YEAR 12

UPCOMING VTAC DATES

VCE and ATAR Release date is on Thursday 11 December 2025

VTAC Change of Preference closes for December Offers on Saturday 13 December 2025 at 12.00pm

December Offer Release Tuesday 23 December 2025

VTAC Course Search and Prerequisite search here VTAC's CourseSearch and VCE Prerequisite Explorer

Students graduating without an ATAR – how they can find courses on VTAC 

We wanted to remind you that students without an ATAR and those looking to take a gap year can still apply through VTAC. 

Students studying VCE but not graduating with an ATAR

Did you know VTAC lists over 500 courses with no prerequisites? The majority of these courses also do not require an ATAR. Students can find these courses on CourseSearch under the VCE prerequisite explorer. Simply tick courses 'With no prerequisites' and this will display the list. Students can then filter further by study area, institution or qualification level for example. 

VCE VM students: VTAC lists many certificates, diplomas and some degrees that VM students can apply for. Using the above advice for the VCE prerequisite explorer, VM students can also filter to find courses with no prerequisites that they can preference. 

Students looking to have a gap year 

Students looking to take a gap year can still apply through VTAC this year for courses that allow for deferral. Students should check with their chosen institution that they allow for deferral of offers. If students secure their offer this year, they take advantage of the lower application fee for Year 12 students and also lock in an offer to study in 2026. 

VTAC has also recently updated their Year 12 guide to cover more information and advice for all student groups, including those graduating with and without an ATAR. 

You can read our Year 12 Guide here. 

CHANGE OF PREFERENCE INFORMATION - VTAC

Change of preference information

https://vtac.edu.au/applying/courses/cop

UNIVERSITY CHANGE OF PREFERENCE DATES AND INFORMATION

https://vtac.edu.au/courses/cop/cop-events 

NEW COURSES ADDED

Check for any new courses that have been added since applications opened https://vtac.edu.au/research/courseupdates#new 

YEARS 9-12

Attention: Year 9-12 students & parents whose children are considering a career in medicine

The Future Doctors Australia Program provides a unique, hands-on opportunity for students aged 14-18 who are passionate about a future in medicine. On 15-18 January 2026 in Melbourne (Docklands) over the course of four days, participants will engage in dynamic sessions led by experienced medical specialists, take part in practical learning activities and gain valuable insights into the medical admissions process. This program is designed to inspire and equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed on their path to a medical career.    Don’t miss this chance to gain firsthand knowledge and mentorship from medical professionals.

Program Details | Fees | Enrolment Form

Photo gallery of previous programs

List of Medical Specialists & Clinical Staff Guest Speakers and Presenters

Free Webinars for Prospective Medical Students

https://www.medentry.edu.au/resources/medical-entry-webinars

YEAR 9

Work Experience at Parliament Victoria for 2026

Year 9 students going into Year 10 note that Parliament Victoria are currently taking expressions of interest to complete a work experience placement at the Parliament of Victoria in Terms 1 and 2 2026.  Please visit their website and lodge your expression of interest via the online link:  

https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/teach-and-learn/work-experience/

Applications close 30 January 2026. As this is a popular program it is advised if you are interested to put in your application now.