Institution Updates

University of Melbourne

The University offers four types of guaranteed entry pathways to its professional entry graduate courses. For each pathway, students must enrol in an undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne to be eligible. A guaranteed entry is available for most graduate degrees, depending on the ATAR a student achieves:

ATAR 99.90+

A guaranteed place in any professional masters degree, and no minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) in the undergraduate degree is required although prerequisites for the graduate degree must be met.

Visit Melbourne Chancellor's Scholarship to find out more specific details about the exact value of the scholarship for domestic and International students.

ATAR 99.6 - 99.85

Domestic students will be guaranteed a CSP place in a professional entry masters (coursework) degree from a select list, if they satisfy the course prerequisites. In most cases they need to achieve a particular weighted average mark (GPA) in their undergraduate degree as well.

International students will be guaranteed an international fee place in a professional entry masters (coursework) degree from a select list, if they satisfy the course prerequisites. In most cases they need to achieve a particular weighted average mark (GPA) in their undergraduate degree as well.

Visit Courses for ATARs above 96 to find out which courses apply and the exact GPA required.

ATAR Above 94

A guaranteed Australian fee or international fee place into one of a limited list of graduate programs for students who commence and complete an undergraduate course at the University of Melbourne with a GPA of 75%, and meet the prerequisites for the graduate degree.

Visit Courses for ATARs above 94 to find out which courses apply.

Find out more at Guaranteed Entry to Graduate Degrees

Browse Frequently Asked Questions about the Guarantee to Graduate Degrees

ACCESS MELBOURNE

Access Melbourne is special entry and access scheme offered by the University of Melbourne to domestic students. By applying through Access Melbourne, students can be assured that any circumstances that have affected their education will be considered when the university assesses their Year 12 results. Access Melbourne can assist eligible students to gain entry into a course even if their ATAR is below the Clearly-in Rank and to also be considered for a scholarship.

Year 12 students can apply using one or more of the following categories:

Disadvantaged financial background
Applicants from rural or isolated area
Under-represented school
Difficult circumstances
Disability or medical condition
Non-English-speaking background
Recognition as an Indigenous Australian

Access Melbourne categories that provide a guaranteed entry are:

Disadvantaged financial background
Applicants from rural or isolated areas

Students eligible to apply as a rural or financially disadvantaged student, and meet course prerequisites, may apply for guaranteed entry to the University of Melbourne with an -

ATAR of 78.00 for a place in Design or Science

ATAR of 80.00 for a place a place in Arts

ATAR of 88.00 for a place a place in Commerce

ATAR of 92.00 for a place a place in Biomedicine

The University now also offers guarantees for Indigenous students who meet course prerequisites and apply with an ATAR of:

50.00 Arts (Extended)
55.00 Science (Extended)*
70.00 Design
75.00 Science
75.00 Arts
83.00 Commerce
85.00 Biomedicine

*Applicants for guaranteed entry to the Bachelor of Science (Extended) also require a passing score in a Year 12 Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics subject.

Even if a student's ATAR falls below these levels, they may still be considered for a place. To apply for the Access Melbourne scheme, students must make use of the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) application on the VTAC website. There are also several Melbourne Access scholarships available through the University's scholarships program, so students are encouraged to browse Melbourne Undergraduate Access Scholarships

Visit Access Melbourne to find out more about Access Melbourne. A SEAS application must be made through VTAC by 5.00pm on 10 October 2017. There is no separate application for a Melbourne Undergraduate Access Scholarship; students are automatically considered for these scholarships by applying through the SEAS process via VTAC.

Monash University

Monash Entry Schemes

At Monash, we know that a student’s ATAR might not accurately reflect their ability. Life can be a bumpy road, and there are all sorts of circumstances that can get in the way of a student’s academic achievement.

We operate two schemes – the Monash Guarantee and the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) – that can help students enter their preferred course, even if their ATAR is below the clearly-in.

By having two schemes, Monash wants to create a level playing field for everyone who aspires to an exceptional education. By operating both schemes, Monash can also help as many students as possible reach their full potential.

Students do not have to choose between the two schemes – depending on their situation and background, they could be eligible for one or both.

The Monash Guarantee

The Monash Guarantee can get a student into a Monash course even if they do not reach the course’s clearly-in ATAR. Students could be eligible for the Monash Guarantee if they:

have experienced financial disadvantage
live in a low socio-economic area
are an Indigenous Australian
attend a Monash list under-represented school

So, every Monash undergraduate degree has a Monash Guarantee ATAR, which is lower than the expected clearly-in for that course. For most courses, if a student meets the eligibility criteria, achieves the Monash Guarantee ATAR (starting at 70.00) and completes all course prerequisites, they will be eligible for a place at Monash. To be considered for the Monash Guarantee, Year 12 students must submit a VTAC course application, complete a Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) application including any required documentation, and complete a VTAC Scholarship application.

Find out more at The Monash Guarantee.

Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS)

SEAS adjusts students’ ATAR in recognition of circumstances that may have affected their education. This gives students a better chance of getting an offer for the course they want. Find out more at Monash SEAS

Monash Pathways Information Evening

Do you have students aiming for a Monash degree but who are unsure if they’ll meet the entry requirements? Students keen on studying at Monash University but perhaps concerned about attaining the ATAR or study scores for entry, might like to attend the upcoming Monash Pathways Information Evening which is aimed at providing advice for future students on their options.

Date: Wednesday 23 August 2017

Time: 6.30pm – 8.00pm

Venue: Building K, level 3, Caulfield Campus, Monash University

For more information and to register please visit Monash Pathways Information Evening

Business Open House

Join the Monash Business School for a day of insights, learnings and lots of answers to all of your course questions.

Students considering studying business at Monash are encouraged to attend the Business Open House and attend specific presentations, chat to a lecturer, or just take a tour of the Monash University City Campus location and enjoy the refreshments on offer in the rooftop garden.

Date: Sunday 13 August 2017

Time: 11.00am – 3.00pm

Venue: Monash University, Level 7, 271 Collins Street, Melbourne (Enter from

Flinders Lane)

For more information about the program, and to register online, visit Business Open House

Footscray City Films

Footscray City Films is an independent tertiary institution providing courses which vary from one to four years Screen and Media in Certificate 1V, Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media. Students keen on wanting to make short films, music videos and documentaries, might like to attend the upcoming Open Day and to learn more!

Date: Sunday 20 August 2017

Time: 1.00pm – 4.00pm

Venue: Footscray City College, Kinnear Street in Footscray

To find out more visit Footscray City Films