Alternative entry to University Who applies where? Follow the links for more information (This powerpoint is part of a presentation to Year 12 students. Explanations of pathways and options has not been included. The powerpoint, in isolation, is only a guide. ) Ms L Francis Career and VET Coordinator WSC

Sample of alternative options ECU University Preparation course( incl. Ed assistant course) VET (i.e. Cert IV) students Undergraduate entry Murdoch OnTrack Bridging Media Portfolio pathway into Undergrad Curtin Portfolio entry-direct into Undergrad UniReady enabling program- 12 weeks Notre Dame Apply direct to Notre Dame UWA Music applications. All others through TISC.

WAAPA/ UWA Music studies Are you applying for: WA Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) courses, Other ECU courses that require an audition and/or interview, or UWA's Music Studies or Specialist Music Studies majors? If so, you need to apply through TISC and submit a separate application for audition/interview form direct to the institution concerned (ECU and UWA). More details are in the course information at TiSC  Course Search.

Curtin University For Curtin: If you're applying for the Portfolio Entry pathway apply through TISC and submit your portfolio directly to Curtin University. https://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/undergraduate/pathways/portfolio- entry/ Applicants for Uniready apply through TISC. https://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/undergraduate/pathways/enabling- programs/uniready/

ECU applicants with an ATAR For ECU: If you're a School Leaver who will obtain an ATAR you must apply through TISC. You can also prepare an Experience Based Entry Scheme application as a backup. To be considered through the Experience Based Entry pathway, in addition to your TISC application, you will also need to complete an online application with ECU through 'Apply Online' and upload your supporting documents to your application.

ECU If you are not obtaining an ATAR, you should apply direct to ECU and upload your supporting documents to your application. https://apply.ecu.edu.au/connect/apwebconnect

Experience based entry scheme to Undergrad coures If you have no ATAR or VET qualifications, but you've achieved WACE, you can apply direct to us for an undergraduate course through our Experience Based Entry Scheme. https://www.ecu.edu.au/future-students/course-entry/experience-based- entry-scheme

Experience based entry scheme Academic records 2 written references An introduction letter WACE ( 3 ATAR) English requirements

Murdoch applicants For Murdoch: If you're a Portfolio applicant apply through TISC. However, submit your portfolio online. https://portfolio.murdoch.edu.au/ On Track information : also apply through TISC https://www.murdoch.edu.au/study/courses/course-details/OnTrack#

Notre Dame applications https://www.notredame.edu.au/forms/apply Applications to Notre Dame need to be online with supporting documentation uploaded.

Be formal Be honest Correct grammar Uni ready ?? Your letter!!!! Be formal Be honest Correct grammar Uni ready ??

Content of the letter Purpose of your application Courses you want to study and why Purpose of your application Your education history How can you prove that you will succeed, and are ready for, at University ? TELL YOUR STORY.

TAFE applications 31 August opens - check TASONLINE https://tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au/Default.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f Support session for all TAFE applicants. Date TBA.

Be proactive Do your own research- this is a guide only. Make sure you know what alternatives are available. Make a phone call and talk to some one. Email your query to prospective students at relevant campus. KNOW THE DATES.