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You will be required to:

• Undertake Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) Literacy & Numeracy assessment testing, and achieve exit level score of 3 (working at level 4) in Language, Literacy and Numeracy. If you have provided a formal English Language result (in the list below) you are only required to complete the numeracy component.

English language requirements

1. English language test pathway
   You must have successfully completed one of the following English language tests:
   • An IELTS score (academic) of 7.0 with no band score less than 7.0 excluding writing where the minimum is 6.5; or
   • Occupational English Test (OET) with minimum score of 'B' in each components excluding writing where the minimum is C+; or
   • PTE Academic with a minimum overall score of 66 and a minimum score of 66 in each component excluding writing where the minimum is 56; or
   • TOEFL iBT at a minimum overall score of 94 with minimum scores as follows reading 24, listening 24, speaking 23 and writing 24; or
   • Cambridge (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) with a minimum overall score of 185 and a minimum score of 185 in each component excluding writing where the minimum is 176
2. Primary language pathway
   You must have attended and satisfactorily completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in any of the following countries or territories: Antigua and Barbuda, Anguilla, Australia, The Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Indian Ocean Territory, Canada, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guernsey, Guyana, Isle of Man, Jamaica, Jersey, Malta, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom, United States of America, US Virgin Islands. At least 2 years of study must be between Years 7-12.

Academic results

You must have achieved the minimum of:

• The equivalent of Australian Year 12 with a pass in Year 11 Maths; or
• Completion of the 52895WA Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies.

Additional requirements

Please note there are additional costs to pay when enrolling in the Diploma of Nursing:

• You will have text books to purchase and details of these will be provided at orientation.
• You may be required to complete a health check (approx. $200)*
• You may require immunisations and/or provide evidence of vaccinations - COVID-19, Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTP) record of vaccination (cost will vary depending on your doctor and what vaccinations are needed)*
• Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) Screening Test (if required) ($37)*
• Working With Children Check (WWCC) ($11)*
• National Police Certificate - through WA Police website only ($57.60)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check ($11)
• WA Health Department Criminal History Record Check (no cost if applied for post Police Certificate)*
• Uniform - Scrub Top and Pants ($70.50 per set) and closed in slip resistant shoes. Details of these will be given at orientation.

*Costs for vaccinations and clearances may vary.

Please also be aware that you must be 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age in the first semester, in order to fulfil work placement requirements of this course.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Completion of CUA41220 Certificate IV in Screen and Media [Animation & Game Art] (AC82) is required for entry into this course.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Completion of AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (or equivalent) is required for entry into this course.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Completion of RII50520 Diploma of Civil Construction Design is required for entry into this course.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 10.
• Students must be 18 years of age prior to commencing this course, in order to participate in the work placement.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Equivalent to Australian Year 11.
• Students must be 17 years of age prior to commencing this course, in order to participate in the work placement.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Completion of ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology [Programming] is required for entry into this course.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 10.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Completion of CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services OR CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support is required for entry into this course at South Metropolitan TAFE, Murdoch campus and South Regional TAFE, Albany and Bunbury campuses.
• Completion of CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services is required for entry into this course at Central Regional TAFE, Geraldton Campus and North Metropolitan TAFE, Leederville campus.
• Students must be 18 years of age prior to commencing this course, in order to participate in the work placement.
• This course requires immunisations and/or proof of vaccination status before attending mandatory work placement. Costs and vaccine requirements may vary depending on your placement centre and/or doctor's fee schedule. Please follow instructions/advice provided to you during enrolment/orientation. You will not be able to complete your course if these requirements are not met.

• An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
• Equivalent to Australian Year 11.
• OR Completion of CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media [Film & Television] (AC71) is required for entry into this course.

Domestic Entry Requirements

Ready to study? You must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (QCE, WACE, HSC, SACE, etc.), like your Year 12 certificate or equivalent; OR
• Completion of a Certificate IV level qualification, or higher, issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF); OR
• For applicants who do not meet the above entry criteria, refer to SAE's Experience Based Entry scheme.

International Entry Requirements

International students must be 18 years or above when they arrive in Australia to commence studies.

Academic requirements

Completion of Year 12 English at an Australian secondary school or college, or equivalent.

English language requirements

International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Academic IELTS minimum overall band of 6.0 with no individual band below 5.5 completed in the last two years (or equivalent); OR

Completion of Year 12 English in an Australian secondary school or college or equivalent with a minimum result of "Satisfactory" or equivalent.

Successful completion of an Academic English program with an SAE-approved Australian-based English partner. Please refer to our SAE International Study Pathways for more information.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements WA

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program. See Individual Factors for further details regarding this.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

• Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank* of 75
• International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 27

*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.

Applicants with Higher Education

• Successful completion of 4 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*, with an average grade of 65% or higher

*Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing). See here for details.

Note: Tertiary Preparation Programs are not accepted for entry.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

• Successful completion of AQF Diploma or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:

• Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.
• Completion of STAT with scores of at least 150 in the Multiple Choice section and 150 in the Written English section*.
• Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).

Entry requirements NSW

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program. See Individual Factors for further details regarding this.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

• Prescribed ATAR/Selection Rank*
• Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB) score

*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.

Applicants with Higher Education

• Successful completion of 4 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*, with an average grade of 65% or higher

Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).

Note: Tertiary Preparation Programs are not accepted for entry.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

• Successful completion of AQF Diploma or higher in a relevant discipline from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:

• In exceptional circumstances, applicants who have significant relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.
• Completion of STAT with scores of at least 160 in the Multiple Choice section and 160 in the Written English section*.
• Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).

Entry requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in a health professional field
• Active involvement in health professional education

Students who have completed a Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching for Higher Education or equivalent may be eligible to enrol in the Graduate Diploma of Health Professional Education.

Entry requirements

You must have a professional health degree or equivalent qualification and registered with your professional registering authority. To enrol for the master program, you must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements for this program are outlined on our admission requirements page. All applicants need to satisfy minimum requirements, including those relating to age and English Language Proficiency.

The program will be available to students who have a previous Nursing degree or equivalent; or; who have a previous allied health degree or professional equivalence.

Entry requirements

A completed undergraduate Bachelor degree.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission applicants must be eligible for teacher registration in Australia.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Education (Curriculum), applicants must also meet the following specific requirements:

• Be eligible for teacher registration in Australia; and either
• Successfully complete the University of Notre Dame Australia Graduate Certificate of Education (Curriculum) or equivalent; or
• Have at least two years of full-time professional experience in either a primary or secondary school setting.

Entry requirements