The University of Notre Dame Australia Courses

Entry requirements

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 2 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*
• Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP

*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).

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

• Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV 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

The minimum entry requirements of The University of Notre Dame Australia apply to the Undergraduate Certificate in Foundations of Nursing.

While minimum entry requirements need to be met, we also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (professional work experience, leadership roles, volunteering, community and/or church involvement), as well as your personal qualities, aspirations, interests and your capacity to successfully complete this program.

Entry requirements

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.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

This program is targeted to school leavers or recent school leavers who have completed secondary studies within one year of application.

• Prescribed ATAR
• Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB) score
• Successful completion of UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) which will be ranked by UNDA to determine interview
• Successful Interview

No Adjustment Factors are available for this Program.

Applicants with Higher Education Study

• Completion of Higher Education subjects are not accepted for entry
• Tertiary Preparation Programs are not accepted for entry

No Advanced Standing is available for this program as it is targeted to school leavers or recent school leavers who have completed secondary studies within one year of application.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

• VET qualifications are not accepted for entry

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

• Work and Life Experience is not accepted for entry
• STAT is not accepted for entry

How to Apply

Applications for Bachelor of Biomedical Science, as an assured pathway into medicine, will be via UAC for Sydney applicants, and TISC for Fremantle applicants, where you can preference The University of Notre Dame Australia.

Please note: all applicants must be of school leaving age or older to apply.

Entry pathways

Students in this assured pathway must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 each semester throughout their undergraduate Advanced Biomedical Science (Honours) degree in order to be eligible to apply for the program in order to be eligible to apply for the Doctor of Medicine (NSW) program.

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirements of The University of Notre Dame Australia apply for the Undergraduate Certificate in Environmental Studies.

While minimum entry requirements need to be met, we also consider a student's application more broadly - their non-academic achievements (professional work experience, leadership roles, volunteering, community and/or church involvement), as well as their personal qualities, aspirations, interests and capacity to successfully complete this program.

Entry Requirements

Applicants with secondary education:

• NSW applicants - Acceptable average HSC marks that have not met minimum admissions requirements for Bachelor program with a minimum Band 3 in English.
• WA applicants - Minimum 60 ATAR with a pass in ATAR English and acceptable results in relevant WACE courses.
• Outside of NSW or WA - as deemed equivalent to the above listed entry requirements.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) studies:

• Completed AQF Certificate III or higher in a relevant discipline, from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) with work and life experience (see below).

Applicants with other academic results (STAT):

• NSW applicants - A minimum score of 135+ in the Multiple Choice and Written English sections.
• WA applicants - A minimum score of 125+ in the Multiple Choice section and 140 in Written English section
• Outside of NSW or WA - as deemed equivalent to the above listed entry requirements.

Applicants with work and life experience:

Applicants with work and life experience who left secondary education more than two years ago and have not undertaken post-secondary education study since may seek admission on the basis of work and life experience. This may include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for study including professional experience, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped prepare them for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study. References or a statement of employment must be provided outlining the type, level and duration of employment. In their application, applicants are encouraged to discuss how they expect their skills and personal qualities have prepared them for success in their chosen studies.Where applicants are considered solely on work and life experience, the Admissions Office may consult with the Dean who may recommend admission to this program if the Dean is satisfied that the applicant has sufficient background and/or experience to successfully complete these studies.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia, all applicants must meet the University's minimum requirements for admission. The requirements for admission are detailed in the University's Policy: Admissions.

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Philosophy applicants must also meet the following specific requirements:

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree (AQF level 7 qualification); or Master of Philosophy
• In exceptional circumstances, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the National Head of School to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research work at master's level
• An applicant may be required to satisfy the National Head of School of the ability to understand and communicate in both written and spoken English at a level adequate for the purpose of pursuing the program of study.

Entry requirements

The program is open to Registered Nurses who have a previous degree, or to those who do not have a degree but who have accumulated a wealth of experience in nursing.

English Language Requirements

You must be able to demonstrate two years of full-time secondary, vocational or tertiary level of study in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or the United States of America. If you do not meet these requirements you will need to sit the Academic IELTS exam and achieve a score of at least 7.0 overall and 7.0 in each sub-section (reading, writing, listening and speaking) to qualify for entry into the Master of Nursing (Mental Health). This applies to Permanent Residents and Australian citizens whose first language is not English and have not completed two years full-time academic study in Australia. IELTS results will need to be verified by the Admissions Office before an offer of a place can be made. The Admissions Office reserves the right to ask for IELTS results from any applicant. For more information, please visit www.ielts.org

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia, all applicants must meet the University's minimum requirements for admission. The requirements for admission are detailed in the University's Policy: Admission and Credit.

Specific Program Requirements for Admission

To be eligible for admission to the program, an applicant must meet the following requirements:

• Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited 4-year sequence of study in Psychology within the last 10 years, with a minimum of Second-Class Honours Division B or equivalent;
• Be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist (NB students must obtain and provide evidence of provisional registration from the Psychology Board of Australia before commencing the program and maintain it over the course of their program);
• Demonstrate suitability to undertake the course as evidence by satisfactory:
• Referee reports (1 x academic and 1 x professional) via Psychology Reference Portal;
• CV and personal statement;
• For short-listed candidates, interview with the selection committee.

More information

• Referee reports: Submission of two academic or two professional referees is not acceptable.
• CV: Maximum length of two A4 pages.
• Personal statement: Maximum one A4 page providing a reflective account of the candidate's motivation as well as why they believe they are well-suited to join the program and pursue a career as a psychologist.

Students who have obtained their qualifications outside Australia must have their qualifications assessed prior to applying for this program and prior to applying for registration with the psychology board of Australia. The Australian psychological society (APS) provides this assessment service for the board and the assessment assists the board in determining if the student's qualifications are equivalent to an 'approved qualification.' However, the final decision on equivalence rests with the board.

If you obtained your qualifications outside Australia, please submit evidence of your APS equivalency with your application.

We welcome and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.

Entry requirements

• As a minimum qualification, a recognised Bachelor degree in a health profession; or
• A Bachelor degree in another (non-health) area with evidence of specific professional experience in health.

Entry requirements

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or provisional registration, whichever is applicable at the time of commencement
• Nursing or other appropriate degree or the equivalent
• Minimum of one year relevant post registration nursing experience
• Candidates must be employed with a participating health service provider and have their hospital's support to undertake the program.

Entry requirements

A Bachelor's degree in any discipline.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership, applicants must meet the following specific requirements:

• As a minimum qualification, a recognised Bachelor degree in a health profession; or
• A Bachelor degree in another (non-health) area with evidence of specific professional experience in health; or
• Evidence of a senior management or leadership role in the health sector.