Overview

It may be suitable for recent school leavers who have not achieved the required entry-level ATAR, including those with no ATAR. The course assists with the development of tertiary literacy skills, especially English language skills in writing and communicating, and employment skills.

It may also be suitable for mature-age students seeking alternative entry to a bachelor's degree.

The University Preparation course from Avondale University enables students to develop the generic academic skills needed for higher education.

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion in the one semester (minimum of three units) of the Undergraduate Certificate in Tertiary English course, students may apply to enrol in an Avondale undergraduate degree. Students may receive credit from this course towards their chosen degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Art of Scholarship
Tertiary Writing
Interpreting Media Messages

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 6 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-13 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Rathmines, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 111574E

Applicants with work and life experience

An ATAR equal to or above 45.00; or
An appropriate score in the uniTEST and the Tertiary Online Written Assessment; or
An appropriate score in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

Applicants with overseas qualifications

An overseas qualification comparable to an Australian Qualifications Framework AQF Level 3 or higher

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

35864 AUD / year

≈ 35864 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

22640 AUD / year

≈ 22640 AUD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for University Preparation.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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