Early Entry Programs for 2026 Entry

ACU Guaranteed Program

Students must also make a VTAC/UAC application.

Applications for 2026 close Monday 15 September 2025.

Visit: https://www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/admission-pathways/acu-guarantee

SAE Qantm Early Entry Program

Visit: SAE Early Entry Program and SAE Early Entry Application

Federation Early Entry Program

Applications close on Monday 1 December 2025.

Visit: Early Offer Program

VU Early Entry Program

Applications close 13 October 2025.

Visit: VU's Early Entry Program

UTAS Early Entry Program

Applications can be submitted until Saturday 4 October, and offers will continue to be released in rounds, up until Thursday 30 October 2025.

Visit: UTAS School's Recommendation Program

Westpac Young Technologists Scholarships

Awarded to up to 35 students a year, the Young Technologists Scholarship is open to talented and inquisitive CSP high school graduates looking to strengthen their passion and expertise in technology to innovate and create new opportunities and inspire good in the world of STEM.

Applicants will need to apply for approved technology-related degrees at one of five partner universities:

Students who want a diverse and exciting career working at the cutting edge of technological innovation are encouraged to apply for an eligible course at the above-mentioned universities. Successful recipients will receive $15,000 over three years to help support their undergraduate studies in technology, and will also have access to paid internships and inspiring mentors. In addition, students may receive a further $5,000 to cover the cost of attending the Disruptive Leaders Program.

Find out more at Young Technologists Scholarship or register an interest in the 2026 program here. Applications opened on 2 September 2025 and close on 13 January 2026.

Bachelor of Digital Business

Students will gain practical, real-world experience with industry partners as they work through industry-specific datasets, software, workshops, live projects and more. Students will learn to assess how to apply emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence in ways that positively impact both business and society, while developing prized knowledge and skills in cybersecurity and big data.

Find out more about this course at Bachelor of Digital Business.

Fine Arts and Music Degrees in 2026

Year 12 students applying for the following Fine Arts or Music courses at the University of Melbourne for 2026 should note that, besides the VCE prerequisites of Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL, these courses have extra-requirements for eligibility to be selected.

Recorded auditions or folios will need to be uploaded via the Supplementary Application form by Monday 29 September 2025, and students are encouraged to browse UniMelb Auditions and Interviews for more details about these extra requirements, and the interviews or call-backs for short-listed applicants.

COURSE	ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Fine Arts (Acting)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload a Recorded Audition via the Supplementary application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend a call-back audition on campus or online.
Fine Arts (Animation)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and submit the Creative Task via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online interview.
Fine Arts (Dance)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload a Recorded Audition via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend a call-back audition at Southbank/online.
Fine Arts (Film & Television)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Apply and complete the Supplementary Form and submit a Portfolio via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online interview.
Fine Arts (Music Theatre)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Apply and complete the Supplementary Form and upload a Video-Recorded Audition via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online call-back audition.
Fine Arts (Production)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Apply and complete the Supplementary Form and complete a Selection Project via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online interview.
Fine Arts (Screenwriting)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Apply and complete the Supplementary Form and complete a Creative Task via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online interview.
Fine Arts (Theatre)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload a Recorded Audition via the Supplementary Application by 2 October. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a call-back audition online/on-campus.
Fine Arts (Visual Art)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload a Folio of work via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Applicants will attend an on-campus or online interview.
Music	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload the following requirements via the Supplementary Application, depending on the music stream. Short-listed applicants will be notified: - Performance: attend a face-to-face audition OR submit a Video-Recorded Audition by 29 September. Composition: submit a Folio Audition by 29 September. - Interactive Composition: submit a Folio Audition, a Set Creative Task, and Performance Audition by 29 September. Jazz & Improvisation: submit a Video-Recorded Audition by 29 September. - Music Studies: submit the Supplementary form with either Video-Recorded Audition OR an indication to attend a face-to-face audition by 29 September. - Musicology & Ethnomusicology: face-to-face audition OR submit a Video-Recorded Audition by 29 September. - Music Studies, Musicology & Ethnomusicology: apply for Performance unless transferring with at least 100 credit points

Studying Health Sciences at Deakin

Study health sciences and help improve people's health and wellbeing. With so many careers in health sciences you'll be in demand – right now there’s huge government investment in the sector, which means there's a real opportunity to make a difference.

The Health Sector is Australia’s fastest growing sector, and the Bachelor of Health Sciences at Deakin prepares students for a career in -

disability services
health education
international aid
sport marketing
nutrition

The Bachelor of Health Sciences offers students over 12 specialised majors, and students may opt to specialise in two. On completion, students may choose to go on to further postgraduate study in a number of fields, including -

Master of Public Health

Master of Health Management

Master of Health Promotion

Master of Health Economics

Master of Human Nutrition

Learn more by browsing Health Sciences at Deakin.

The Future of Cyber Security

Cybercrime is an increasing problem in our digitally connected world. The rapid growth of cybercrime has created unparalleled opportunities for those with cyber security expertise, with jobs in the Database & Systems Administrators & ICT Security sector predicted to increase by 38.9% by November 2026 according to Australian Government data.

Deakin’s courses are industry-specific, so students graduate with up-to-date knowledge of the issues important to the industry – like implementing security technologies to protect against hackers or developing IT security solutions. Students can undertake an internship and complete industry cyber security certifications as part of their course. This means they can stand out to future employers and be ready to take advantage of the significant increase in jobs in the field.

Find out more about Cyber Security at Deakin at Bachelor of Cyber Security.

Study Abroad Program

You can study almost anywhere in the world with Deakin Abroad, and the length of your overseas study experience is up to you. Go for as little as a few weeks, or up to a full year – the options are endless.

Students have a wide range of options at Deakin including –

Browse the above links as well as Study Abroad Program at Deakin to learn more.

Apprenticeships and Job Opportunities