Your Pathway to UNE Starts Here
No ATAR? No problems!
Fewer than 55% of students receive university offers based on ATAR alone. That's why UNE offers multiple pathways including Pathway Programs, VET studies recognition (Certificate III+), and HSC University Pathways. It is your passion (not just your marks) that will lead to success at UNE
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Build Your Future with Our Foundation Program
The UNE Foundation Program is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence for tertiary study. Complete it in as little as eight months, gain up to two units of credit towards 25 different bachelor's degrees, and reduce both the time and cost of your undergraduate journey. -
TRACKS: A Foundation for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students
The free TRACKS Indigenous Foundation Program, run by the Oorala Aboriginal Centre, provides a supportive pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Prepare for a degree at UNE, become eligible for a range of undergraduate courses, and gain up to two undergraduate units that may count towards your chosen degree. Connect with a strong community that values your strengths. -
Get a Head Start with HSC University Pathways
Supplement your HSC by studying up to two first-year university units, alongside working on your ATAR. Develop knowledge in areas you're interested in, potentially gaining advanced standing for your UNE degree later. This course is offered with a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), providing reduced fees.
Which Pathway works best for you?
| Program | UNE Course Fees | If you... |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Program or TRACKS Indigenous Foundation Program | Free |
... are not focusing on an ATAR. OR ... want some extra preparation before starting a diploma or bachelor and gain up to 2 units for free. |
| VET Studies: From Certificate III to UNE course | Free | ... are undertaking Certificate III VET studies (with or without an ATAR) while still at school. |
| HSC University Pathways | Yes (Government supported) |
... are focusing on an ATAR. OR ... want to get a head-start on up to 2 units of uni while still at school. |
VET Studies: from Certificate III to UNE course
If you’re in the process of, or planning to complete a Certificate III through Vocational Education and Training (VET), it could get you into uni. At UNE we offer a wide variety of diplomas and bachelor degrees with VET studies as an entry qualification, not just ATAR.
Diploma or bachelor?
If the job you want requires a diploma, you can start there. After completing the diploma, the option to apply for a bachelor degree is always open to you. If you are looking for a deeper, more comprehensive qualification with even broader career opportunities, applying for direct entry into a bachelor degree is a great option.
| This Certificate III is your pathway to... | ... this UNE Diploma... | ... and this UNE Bachelor Degree* |
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Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability | Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Work) | |
Certificate III in Business Certificate III in Financial Services Certificate III in Tourism Certificate III in Travel Certificate III in Events Certificate III in Accounts Administration | ||
Certificate III in Agriculture | ||
Certificate III in Information Technology | ||
Certificate III in Fitness | ||
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Certificate III in School Based Education Support |
How to apply
Choose your pathway
Choose from your options above and speak to your Careers Advisor.
If you are interested in HSC University Pathways, speak to your Principal.
Submit your application
For the Foundation Program, TRACKS Indigenous Foundation Program, Diploma or Bachelor degree applications, head to our free online application portal at une.uac.edu.au/une.
For HSC University Pathways applications, download the form at une.edu.au/study/ courses/hsc-university-pathways
Receive an offer
We’ll email this to you—all you need to do is accept to secure your place.
Enrol in your units
We’ll email you with instructions on how to get started when online enrolment opens. Visit une.edu.au to learn more about enrolment dates
Got Questions?
^ There is a yearly quota of places in this course. Please ensure you apply early.
^^ Enrolment to some bachelor qualifications are subject to achieving a certain Grade Point Average (GPA) in your diploma.
*This diploma is a pathway to our Bachelor of Laws (4 Years).
** This diploma is a pathway to our Bachelor of Agriculture, Bachelor of Animal Science, and Bachelor of Rural Science.
*** This diploma is a pathway to our Bachelor of Computer Science.
**** Completion of four units of the Bachelor of Educational Studies is a pathway to UNE’s Primary and Secondary teaching degrees subject to achieving a certain GPA.
Please note: all UNE courses have minimum English Language Requirements which must be met for admission.
For details on which VET courses are delivered at your school, please contact your VET Coordinator or Careers Advisor
