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Pathways to the University

Admission is competitive

Admission to universities is competitive. Although you may have completed a course at another institution, such as a Diploma, admission to a University program is not guaranteed - it will still be on a competitive basis. The credit transfer arrangements outlined in these webpages apply only after you are offered a place at the University of Newcastle and accept that offer.

You cannot be admitted to University of Newcastle programs on the basis of the following Australian Qualifications Framework awards:

If you have a Certificate I or Certificate II award and gain admission to a University of Newcastle program on another basis, you may be eligible for any credit agreed to for your Certificate course.

Transfer of Credit

Credit transfer can take place because many programs offered by TAFE NSW Institutes, and other education and training institutions, are closely linked with programs at the University of Newcastle. If you complete a course of study at one of these institutions you may be given up to two years credit in a three or four-year Bachelor's degree program at the University. You may be considered for credit even if the course you have undertaken does not directly relate to your selected University program. The University will consider giving credit for individual courses in a related area of study at the University.

Time expired since your studies

Courses offered by institutions change over time. When considering applications for credit, some Faculties of the University may take into account when you finished your course or program. The time between finishing your course and applying for credit should not normally be more than eight years.

Applying for a program at the University of Newcastle

Bachelor Degree Programs

You need to apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (NSW & ACT) (UAC) for admission to the University of Newcastle's undergraduate degree programs in 2007..

If you're not studying for the Higher School Certificate you will have to buy a UAC guide from a major newsagency. An application form (Form B) and application instructions are included in the Guide. 

The closing date for 'on time' applications with UAC is usually the end of September but you can usually apply until early in December if you pay a late fee.

Some programs have special admission and application requirements so it's a good idea to check things out as soon as you can.

If you require additional information email admissions@newcastle.edu.au