Torrens University Australia
Admission criteria and entry schemes
To be offered a place in a course at Torrens University Australia you must meet the minimum entry requirements listed in one or more of the following categories as well as satisfy English language requirements.
Undergraduate applicants
Australian Year 12 students
Selection will be based on completion of an Australian Year 12 or equivalent , including the International Baccalaureate (IB).
Overseas Year 12 equivalent
Applicants who have completed a secondary school qualification from an overseas institution within the past two-years, will have their application assessed by the International Admissions team to determine equivalency with the Australia secondary school certificate, using NOOSR and/or NARIC guidelines
Criteria that may apply in addition to a Year 12 qualification
In addition to achieving the standard admission criteria, students may also be required to satisfy additional selection criteria, such as a personal statement, a questionnaire, and a portfolio of work, an audition, an interview or a test. These criteria are taken into account either instead of, or in conjunction with, your Year 12 qualification or equivalent.
Details on additional selection requirements are outlined in the course descriptions in the UAC course search.
Other admission options
Schools Recommendation Scheme
Torrens University participates in the Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS), which is processed centrally through UAC. SRS gives current Year 12 students an opportunity to receive early offers of admission and be assessed on a wide range of selection criteria, including school recommendations and senior secondary studies.
Torrens University SRS criteria
Torrens University Early Entry Program
The Early Entry Program is open to all Year 12 students who wish to secure their spot at Torrens University Australia before their year 12 exams. Application is easy and takes less than 10 minutes, and you will receive a conditional offer within 10 business days. To us, you’re more than just your ATAR. Our Early Entry program recognises your hard work and rewards you with an offer to study with us – before the release of your Year 12 results. Applications are open for our courses in the field of Business, Digital Technology, Design & Creative Technology, Health and Hospitality.
Apply for Torrens University Early Entry program
Torrens University has a number of admission pathways, which may allow you to receive an offer for a degree or diploma even though you do not meet the published entry requirements.
Applicants who have completed prior higher education study may be assessed and selected for admission if they meet one or more of the following criteria, in addition to any course-specific entry requirements including but not limited to interviews, referee reports and portfolios:
- A completed higher education qualification at AQF level 5 (diploma) or above, or equivalent, from an Australian University or another accredited higher education provider
- Successful completion of at least 1 EFTSL (equivalent full-time student load, or one full year) of an AQF level 6 (Associate Degree) or above, or equivalent, from an Australian University or another accredited higher education provider
Current or previous students at Torrens University Australia
Current Torrens University Australia students who wish to transfer to a new course must complete the ‘Application for Course Transfer’ form. For more information, contact Torrens University.
Applicants who have completed prior vocational education study may be assessed and selected for admission if they meet one or more of the following criteria, in addition to any course-specific entry requirements including but not limited to interviews, referee reports and portfolios:
- A completed vocational education qualification at AQF level 4 (Certificate IV) or above, or equivalent, from a registered training organisation (RTO)
- Successful completion of at least 1 EFTSL (equivalent full time student load, or one full year) of an AQF level 5 (Diploma) or above, or equivalent, at a registered training organisation (RTO).
To discuss your eligibility before submitting an application to UAC, contact Torrens University.
Applicants who have completed prior vocational education study may be assessed and selected for admission if they meet one or more of the following criteria, in addition to any course-specific entry requirements including but not limited to interviews, referee reports and portfolios:
- A completed vocational education qualification at AQF level 4 (Certificate IV) or above, or equivalent, from a registered training organisation (RTO)
- Successful completion of at least 1 EFTSL (equivalent full time student load, or one full year) of an AQF level 5 (Diploma) or above, or equivalent, at a registered training organisation (RTO).
You are encouraged to apply and contact Torrens University to find out how you can enter into a program.
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
Post-school applicants may be admitted on the basis of the STAT Multiple Choice test.
There are commonly accepted overseas secondary qualifications that TUA may take into consideration. Check your overseas secondary qualification
Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia with overseas qualifications must contact TUA to discuss eligibility for admission before submitting an application to UAC.
English language proficiency
If you hold overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction, you must provide evidence of English language proficiency.
General information for Torrens University Australia
Location
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide campuses
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