HSC University Pathways
About the program
Your student or child is one of a select few who may be able to undertake a university unit that supplements their HSC education, and provides advanced standing into a university course of their choice. At UNE this program is unique as it is offered as a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), meaning that if you are an eligible domestic student you may defer your tuition fees through HECS-HELP. You may also apply for SA-HELP with regard to the Student Services and Amenities Fee. More information on CSP at Commonwealth Supported Places.
The HSC University Pathways is designed for students who have completed an ATAR acceptable subject before starting year 12. UNE offers a range of first year units, which can be completed in the first semester of year, allowing students to focus on their HSC in the latter half of the year.
As an incentive and to support students undertaking this program, UNE will provide a scholarship to the value of $1000 as a single payment towards tuition costs. Students may wish to used this money to support HECs, text books or as a contribution towards the costs associated with attending intensive schools. This is an automatic scholarship and will be paid following the 31st March Census date.
More information on the program can be found on the Board of Studies website.
Eligibility
To be eligible students need to:
- Have completed at least one Board of Studies accredited subject (that is acceptable for an ATAR) at HSC Stage 6 before the start of year 12 and
- Have been recommended by their School Principal.
Recommended Units
Below is a list of units students may be eligible for, based on their HSC studies. These units are available in a wide range of university degrees:
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Unit Code |
Unit Title |
Course |
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Introduction to Philosophy A: The Examined Life** |
Bachelor of Arts |
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Fundamental Music Processes and Structures |
Bachelor of Arts |
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Introduction to Sociology |
Bachelor of Arts |
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Introductory Psychology 1 |
Bachelor of Psychology with Hons |
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Introduction to Legal Systems and Methods** |
Bachelor of Laws (4 years) |
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Biology 1* |
Bachelor of Science |
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Chemistry 1* |
Bachelor of Science |
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Algebra and Differential Calculus** |
Bachelor of Science |
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Applied Physics 1* |
Bachelor of Science |
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Understanding Crime |
Bachelor of Criminology |
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Introductory Microeconomics** |
Bachelor of Business |
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Introduction to Financial Accounting |
Bachelor of Business |
*Mandatory on-campus intensive school
**Optional on-campus intensive school
These units are featured in a number of the most popular UNE degree courses. These include:
- Bachelor of Arts (including Law and Teaching variants)
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Psychology with Honours
- Bachelor of Science (including Law and Teaching variants)
The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science have many other associated degrees that also include these units. It is strongly advised that students, parents and school advisors contact UNE to seek advice on which units are appropriate for entry into degrees.
How to Apply
Applications close Monday 10 December 2012.
Step One:
Download the HSC Pathways Entry Form
Step Two:
Write your Board of Studies number and name at the top of each page. Fill in Part A of the form.
Step Three:
Gather together any additional documentation required for your application.
Step Four:
Deliver your form to your Principal (or whoever is responsible for them at your school, such as your Careers Advisor).
Step Five:
Relax while your school completes Part B of the form and submits it to UNE on your behalf.
Step Six:
You will get an email advising you that your HSC Pathways application has been received by UNE.
Step Seven:
Accept your offer of admission directly through UNE.
Need More Information?
There are plenty of people at UNE to help you. If you have any questions, we have a number of channels available to you so that you can get the answers you need.
1. Ask a question 24/7 at: une.edu.au/askUNE
2. Request a chat session by clicking on chat
3. Find ‘Kate UNE’ on Facebook
4. Call the Future Students Team on: 1800 818 865
| Bachelor of Arts |
*Entry is subject to meeting entry criteria and approval