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University Pathways Programs

Pathways Programs

There are many different ways to get to the same destination, and that applies to university too.  Sometimes students do not quite meet the entry criteria to go straight into a university course – maybe their ATAR was not high enough, or they did not attain the minimum study score in a prerequisite subject.  The encouraging thing is that many universities have recommended pathway courses to degrees they offer.  Below are some of these pathway schemes:

  • ACUcom at the Australian Catholic University

ACUcom is a department of the Australian Catholic University that delivers TAFE-level courses.  These courses are complete qualifications but are also pathway programs into bachelor degrees at ACU.   While the pathways are not guarantees, students who do well in the ACUcom courses are usually offered places in relevant bachelor programs. 

ACUcom courses are suited to students who –

  • Want a TAFE level qualification
  • Do not get the required ATAR to go straight into their chosen bachelor degree
  • Want to use the TAFE to university pathway to a bachelor degree
  • Want to try an area of study but are not sure they want to commit to a 3-year course

Some of the pathway courses ACUcom offers domestic school leavers include:

 

Diploma of Early Childhood & Education Care – (Pathway to Bachelor of Education of Early Childhood)

Certificate IV in Educational Support – (Pathway to Bachelor of Education)

Certificate in Exercise Science – (Pathway to Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science or Bachelor of Exercise and Health Science.

Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 nursing) – (Pathway to Bachelor of Nursing)

 

For more information on these courses, the cost and how to apply email acucom.melbourne@acu.edu.au or call (03) 9953 3321, or browse ACUcom

  • Box Hill Institute Pathways to ACU, Deakin, La Trobe, and Monash

Box Hill Institute places a strong emphasis on providing students with practical knowledge in their chosen area of study, preparing students for further study at Australian Catholic University (ACU), Deakin University, La Trobe University and Monash University. 

 

For a list of pathway courses to ACU from Box Hill Institute visit Pathways from BHI to ACU  

For a list of pathway courses (some of which are guaranteed pathways) to Deakin University from Box Hill Institute, visit Pathways from BHI to Deakin University  

 

For a list of pathway courses to La Trobe University from Box Hill Institute, visit Pathways from BHI to La Trobe University

For a list of pathway courses to Monash University from Box Hill Institute, visit Pathways from BHI to Monash University

  • Deakin College to Deakin University

Deakin College is a direct pathway to Deakin University, providing students with the experience that supports successful transition to further studies at the University.  Deakin College offers:

 

Diploma programs in Commerce, Computing, Engineering, Health Sciences, Management, Media and Communication, and Science lead into a number of second year Bachelor degrees at Deakin University.

 

Deakin College courses are conducted on three Deakin University campuses in Victoria: Melbourne Burwood Campus, Geelong Waterfront Campus and Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.  Being located on campus enables students to access and enjoy all facilities and services, creating a smoother transition to their degree at Deakin. 

 

Find out more by browsing Deakin College

  • Deakin University to Deakin University

Deakin University offers a number of pathway courses for domestic students into its bachelor programs.  In other words, pathways through Deakin!  These include courses such as Associate Degree of Arts, Associate Degree of Education, or undertaking a single unit of study, which can be used as credit towards a degree. 

 

Find out more at Pathways through Deakin

  • Guaranteed Pathways from TAFE to Deakin University

The Deakin Pathways Program seeks to encourage increased participation in higher education, as well as providing a supported student transition to higher education through supported VET programs.  These pathways provide students with a seamless transition from TAFE Diplomas / Advanced Diplomas to Deakin University degrees. 

 

For further details in regards to the Deakin Pathways Program visit Deakin Pathways Program. Alternatively, email pathways@deakin.edu.au for assistance or further advice!

  • Kangan Institute Pathways to University

Kangan Institute has partnered with leading universities in Australia to give students over 30 guaranteed pathway options to higher education.

 

Diploma programs including in accounting, business, early childhood education, justice, logistics, management, nursing, and travel & tourism lead into Bachelor degrees, with 1 or more years’ credit) at a number of universities. 

 

Find out more at Kangan Pathways to University

  • La Trobe Melbourne to La Trobe University

La Trobe Melbourne is an alternative entry option to La Trobe University and provides a complete university experience within a personal and supportive environment and a fast-track pathway to an extensive range of degree options.

La Trobe Melbourne offers a range of Diploma courses, which are equivalent to La Trobe University's first year bachelor degree. Upon successful completion, students enter second year of their Bachelor Degree, choosing a degree from the university's five faculties.

Programs include:

 

 

Diploma of Bioscience

Diploma of Business

Diploma of Health Sciences

Diploma of Information Technology

Diploma of Mass Media and Communications

Diploma of Engineering

 

Find out more at La Trobe Melbourne

  • Monash College to Monash University

A Monash College Diploma offers a direct pathway into second year at Monash University.

Six diplomas are on offer that can lead students to a number of Monash University degree course in arts, art, design and architecture, business, engineering, IT and science.   Students should note that entry requirements into Monash College and Monash University do apply.  Find out more at Monash College

  • Monash University – Pathway Options
  1. Diploma of Tertiary Studies (DoTs)

The Diploma of Tertiary Studies (DoTS) is designed as an alternative pathway to university study. The one-year full-time course is particularly suited to students requiring additional learning support in their first year of study.  The DoTS pathway equips students with the skills to write essays, undertake research, solve problems, think critically, develop projects, and communicate their ideas more effectivel