Who should use this pathway?
You might consider this pathway if:
- You are not eligible to apply with any other qualification.
- Your previous grades may not be competitive enough to receive an for your preferred course.
Each decides which combination of pathways – including personal competencies statement, or work and life experience – is acceptable for their courses. The criteria can also vary between different courses at the same so it’s important to check the requirements for each course you’re interested in.
If you are thinking about submitting a personal competencies statement or details of your work experience, make sure you check:
- Whether you are eligible to use work and life experience.
- Whether your preferred course(s) places through this pathway.
- What combination of selection criteria applies for your preferred course(s).
Eligibility to use work and life experience
Your eligibility to apply using work or life experience depends on a few factors:
Age
- For entry to an course starting in Semester 1, you must be at least 18 years old before 1 February in the year of entry.
- For entry to a course starting in mid-year or a later teaching period, you must be at least 18 years old before 1 July in the year of entry.
Previous study
If you have previously studied at a level, your eligibility will also depend on:
- How much higher education study you have completed.
- When you last studied at a higher education level.
Use Course Search to check the specific eligibility requirements for the course(s) you are interested in.
