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Frequently asked questions about scaling
Read the information below and on the scaling page for more information about the scaling process. Click on a link to expand. My friend got the same overall grade for English as I did, but their scaled score was different to mine. Why? Scaling uses the results of individual assessmen...
Understanding your Tertiary Entrance Statement
The Tertiary Entrance Statement shows information relevant to university entry. It displays your university aggregate and ATAR, your scaled scores for Stage 2...
Information for nursing and midwifery applicants
Note: The validity periods and score requirements of English Language Proficiency tests have recently changed, so check the information on this page carefully. Students in nursing and some midwifer...
Our values
SATAC's values are statements about our people and our organisation. They represent what is important to us in our business and in our service. Our values and shared storie...
Tertiary entry
...ter secondary, which can involve study at university or TAFE. You can apply for university and VET courses through SATAC. Applications usually open in early August for study starting in the following year. • For university applications see undergraduate • For VET applications&n...
Undergraduate entry
If you want to study an undergraduate course you will need to meet the rules for selection. Students completing the SACE or NTCET will typically use their Year 12 results to meet eligibility requirements. To be eligible for selection into an...
Entry requirements
Your chances of getting an offer to a course can depend on: • the selection rules and selection criteria for the course • the number of places available in the course (the quota) ...
How to apply
...p;affect your chances of getting an offer. They include: • Key dates and deadlines for applications • SATAC fees and charges, and when to pay • Admission pathways and selection criteria for courses • Supporting documents for your qualifications Following...
ATAR
The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a rank given to secondary school students on a range from 0 to 99.95. The ATAR shows how you performed in your studies compared to other students comple...
Undergraduate admission pathways
...the options below to find out more about the pathways available. An admission pathway is an option available to prospective higher education students that will enable them to meet the entry requirements of their chosen courses. Definition of higher education level study In SATAC, the term ‘higher...
Students in Years 10 and 11
...might still be considering your options. There are lots of pathways to tertiary study, but a little bit of planning now will help keep your options open. Get a feel for the types of courses that are available, and whether they have any extra entry requirements like prerequisites. These will affec...
Year 12 qualifications
...graduate courses consider Year 12 qualifications. Use Course Search to check if the courses you are interested in consider Year 12 qualifications for entry. Eligibility to apply with Year 12 results If you have completed Year 12 as described here, and you have never studied at higher education (e.g. u...
Students in Year 12
...If you don’t, that’s fine too – keep researching and exploring your options. You might seek advice from teachers and career counsellors, chat with friends and family, and attend institution open days. There is a wealth of information online for you to discover too. The SATAC Guide...
Higher education study
If you have studied at higher education level in Australia your eligibility for certain courses will depend on the amount of study you have done. Your selection rank will be based on your grade point average (GPA). SATAC will use your GPA from any higher e...
Scaling
Scaling is a process that allows SATAC to compare the performance of students in every possible combination of SACE subjects. The data produced by scaling shows us how scores in one subject relate to scores in other subjects....
Recognised Studies
Recognised Studies are subjects or learning experiences other than SACE or NTCET subjects that can count towards your ATAR. Recognised Studies are usually academic studies or vocational learning. Life e...
VET qualifications
...Certificate IV • Diploma • Advanced Diploma Use SATAC’s Course Search to check if the courses you are interested in consider VET qualifications for entry. Eligibility to use VET qualifications Your eligibility to apply on the basis of a VET qualification depends on the level of your qualification. T...
STAT, work, and life experience
Most undergraduate courses will consider a STAT score. Some courses will also consider a personal competencies statement or employment experience, or a combination of the three. Use Course Search to check if the courses you are interested in conside...
Foundation Studies, Bridging or Enabling programs
Foundation studies, bridging or enabling programs give students the skills they need to study at higher education level. They are sometimes called preparation courses. If you have comp...
Supplying documents to SATAC
If you are required to provide documents, you can attach them electronically to your application. If you need to provide documents for current year studies, submit them as soon as the...