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Roads to uni - and WA Police

Changing pathways to uni 

Harmonisation of vocational and university qualifications happening now...

VET Courses connect with degrees

The Australian Universities Accord is a Commonwealth government strategy that is driving a more connected higher education system. 

 

Many graduates lack practical experience despite having an abundance of theoretical knowledge. Through Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications, new pathways that provide real-world, hands-on experience are being tested. 

 

The lack of practical industry knowledge has been a concern of Australian Industries Group which is supporting the move towards dovetailing VET and undergraduate degrees. (You can read their response to the Accord HERE.)

 

Universities such as Curtain and Murdoch have already undergone mapping to identify VET credits towards degrees such as Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Diploma to Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business. With these credits, it will help reduce the course length significantly.

 

By following an articulation pathway with a WA university, job seekers can utilize the Defence Industry VET Steps to Uni resource to find out if they can use academic credit from their WA TAFE vocational education and training (VET) degrees towards a university degree. (Access the resources HERE).

How to apply for a place at university, requirements and different pathways...

Pre-Requisites:

  1. Check out the University Admissions 2026 for a comprehensive list of prerequisites from each West Australian university. 
  2. Make an appointment with your school career advisor and go through university courses that you might choose. 
  3. Make sure you are doing the subjects you need to get into those courses. 

Weekly WA Police Recruitment Sessions – Saturday mornings 

When: Saturdays 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Where: Recruitment Centre, 99 Plain Street East Perth

 

Please note: You must be 17 years and 6 months or older to apply for a Police Officer (Entry-level) and over 17 to apply for Cadet or Police Auxiliary Officer roles. You can register for a session HERE.