Tertiary planner 2017: Help for applicants

By Vtac
Updated August 3 2014 - 10:13am, first published July 21 2014 - 3:18pm
Graphic by Jamie Brown
Graphic by Jamie Brown

 

Academy of Design Australia

All applicants for Academy courses are required to attend an individual interview and present a folio of recent creative work. While not expected to be of professional quality, the folio should demonstrate a range of creative and technical skills relevant to the course(s) applied for. Interviews are an informal, friendly discussion about the applicant’s work, ambitions and interests. The interview panel consists of no more than two people who will ask questions relating to the Academy’s Selection Criteria.

The interview panel seeks to identify potential students who are self-motivated and show initiative and the ability to successfully develop knowledge and skills in one of the disciplines offered at the Academy.

To assist applicants to present their work in the best way possible the Academy offers Folio Presentation workshops.  For further information refer to http://www.designacademy.edu.au/careers_portfolio_presentation.html

Academy of Interactive Entertainment

For all AIE Advanced Diploma programs, there is no prerequisite. Applicants will be required to attend an interview in person on campus, online or over the phone if the applicant is located in Victoria’s regional areas or interstate. For the Bachelor of Games and Virtual Worlds (Programming), applicants need to have demonstrated a completion in Year 12 or equivalent and with a minimum pass grade in English and mathematics (which includes Calculus) or an approved bridging program and/or skills assessment in mathematics and English.

Game Art and Screen: Folio should demonstrate your creativity and art skills. Examples can include sketches, paintings, video clips, animation, multimedia, sculpture, photography, life drawing and graphic design.

Software Development: Folio should demonstrate your aptitude for computer programming. You can include actual code samples in the folio or any compiled working applications, such as Visual Basic projects, Flash/ActionScript files, custom databases, iPhone or Java applications, multimedia projects or game models.

Students will need to demonstrate their enthusiasm and potential to complete the program to a high standard. Areas covered at the interview include communication and teamwork skills, personal motivation, educational history, long-term career aspirations and an awareness of the program objectives. Where it is necessary to collect additional evidence regarding the selection criteria, students might be requested to participate in an interview which may include a written or oral skills assessment test.

Australian Catholic University

Australian College of Applied Psychology

Australian College of Sports Therapy

To gain entry to a course an applicant must make an application through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre in accordance with required timelines and the application procedures for the course, satisfy the minimum Victorian requirements as published in the VTAC Guide, satisfy any general entry requirements of the College together with other criteria such as achievement in, interview, folio, audition and/or submission of any required supplementary information; obtain an entry score or rank equal to or above the cut-off for the quota in that course; and be offered, and accept within the prescribed time, a place within the course.

Please refer to the full policy for more information: http://www.sportstherapy.edu.au/download/student_selection_admission_policy.pdf

Detail of Interview Preparation/Requirements

Applicants who are required to attend an interview or supply any additional information must demonstrate a range of attributes, e.g. personal motivation, relevant experience or previous study, an understanding of the course and/or potential employment opportunities.

Please refer to the course entries on the VTAC website or visit www.sportstherapy.edu.au or contact the College for confidential advice on (03) 9670 3735.

Australian College of the Arts (Collarts)

Australian Guild of Music Education

Australian Maritime College

General Principle of Admission Policy

For more information on all the courses offered visit www.amc.edu.au or contact AMC directly on 1300 363 864 or refer to the VTAC Guide.

Bendigo TAFE

Bendigo TAFE’s certificate, diploma and advanced diploma courses have varying requirements in relation to literacy and numeracy, and all applicants are required to participate in an individual interview.

Applicants will be expected to demonstrate communication skills, literacy and numeracy skills and enthusiasm towards study, as well as demonstrate a basic understanding of the course and the related career outcomes.

It may also be requested that applicants attend an information session or present a folio of work, dependant on the course for which the application is being made.

Box Hill Institute

General Principle of Admission Policy

Many TAFE certificate I-IV courses have no prerequisites. Some diploma/advanced diploma courses will require the completion of pathway courses first, such as a certificate III or IV in the same course area.

The eligibility requirement for most degree courses is a study score of at least 20 in VCE English (any) Units 3 & 4. In addition some degree courses also require studies in VCE Units 3 & 4 Mathematics, Chemistry or Art.

Box Hill Institute encourages all applicants who do not satisfy course entry requirements to undertake some TAFE pathway or
preparatory studies.

Folios

Some courses do require applicants to meet folio, audition or interview requirements. Other courses may simply require applicants to attend an information session, or submit a supplementary application form.

Detail of Folio and Audition Preparation

Auditions: Applicants are usually required to demonstrate their proficiency as a musician/artist

Folios: The folio should usually contain work demonstrating the applicant’s conceptual, creative and technical ability. See our online Guide to Folio Presentation, at http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/courses/CI/Pages/auditions-interviews.aspx

Detail of Interview Preparation/Requirements

Interviews: Applicants are usually asked a series of questions relating to their suitability for the course, demonstration of clear career goals, citing of any relevant industry experience, and their general aptitude for the course.

Charles Sturt University

General Principle of Admission Policy

The University’s Regional Bonus Scheme provides current Year 12 students attending a school in regional Australia with an automatic increase of 5 ATAR points. Students attending school in regional Victoria and regional New South Wales are also eligible to apply for the Principal Report Entry Program (PREP) which is administered through their school. Where a student does not meet entry requirements, CSU offers a number of pathway and supporting programs in areas such as Chemistry, English and Mathematics.

For more details on all the courses offered please see the University website www.csu.edu.au or contact CSU directly on 1800 334 733 or refer to the VTAC Guide.

Chisholm

Each course at Chisholm has its own entry requirements. Applicants may be required to attend an information session, interview or folio presentation. Check course details at www.chisholm.edu.au for information of eligibility, enrolment processes, selection criteria and how to apply, or call 1300 244 746.

Detail of Folio Preparation

Applicants for art and design courses will be required to submit a folio which demonstrates their art/design skills.

Detail of Interview Preparation/Requirements

Applicants required to attend an interview will be expected to demonstrate communication skills, personal motivation and understanding of the course.

CQUniversity

Deakin University

Deakin University has general principles of selection which apply for entry to all undergraduate courses and special principles of selection for entry into specific courses. A study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English in Units 3 and 4 of VCE English (or equivalent) is a prerequisite for all Deakin courses, unless a higher study score is specified in the course entry requirements.  Further information about admission and selection policy can be found at http://theguide.deakin.edu.au

Applicants who are required to attend an interview or supply any additional information must demonstrate a range of attributes such as personal motivation, relevant experience or previous study, an understanding of the course and/or potential employment opportunities.

Elly Lukas Beauty Therapy College

Footscray City Films

General Principle of Admission Policy

Please check the VTAC Guide 2015 for accurate campus information.

Detail of Folio/interview preparation

Studies such as visual communication and design, media or studio arts will assist in the development of a portfolio for our courses:

Detail of Interview Preparation/Requirements

General awareness of and enthusiasm for aesthetics and design sense, initiative, personal motivation and the ability to communicate, an understanding of the course structure and a commitment to tertiary study.

Federation Training

Federation University Australia

Details of admissions requirements for programs are on the University website

Detail of Folio and Audition Preparation

Applicants required to submit a folio should note that work should be representative of their ideas and abilities, show originality, imagination and competence in the skills for the course to which they are applying. Applicants should check the Selection Requirements sections of course entries for specific course requirements. The University runs occasional short courses in folio preparation. Contact the University on 1800 333 864 for further details. Detailed requirements for performing arts auditions are to be found on the University website or by calling the Arts Academy on (03) 5327 8600.

Detail of Interview Preparation/Requirements

Applicants required to attend an interview or supply additional information should demonstrate a range of attributes, e.g. personal motivation, relevant experience, an understanding of the course and of potential employment opportunities.

Note: Federation University Australia is the result of an exciting collaboration between the University of Ballarat and Monash University’s Gippsland Campus. FedUni provides leading Higher Education and TAFE programs to regional Victoria and beyond. Prospective students should confirm program information by visiting www.federation.edu.au or the VTAC website or by contacting the University directly on
1800 333 864 or info@federation.edu.au

Gordon (The)

General Statement

For more information on all the courses offered visit www.thegordon.edu.au or contact course information on (03) 5225 0500.

Interview Criteria

In general terms the following areas may be covered during the interview process: communication and teamwork skills, personal motivation, careers outcomes and opportunities, and the ability to demonstrate an awareness and understanding of the course.

Art and Design Courses: Folios should contain items that best demonstrate the range of skills and abilities that the applicant has achieved in areas of art and design. Examples can include sketches, ideas, journals, print media, 3D models, photo media, digital arts, multimedia, painting, sculpture, drawings. Original examples are preferred where possible however photographic documentation is acceptable. Fashion folio preparation courses are available. This course is a practical, hands-on workshop to help you produce a tertiary level entry folio for fashion design courses.

Visit www.thegordon.edu.au or contact course information no (03) 5225 0500.

Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE

Holmes Institute

Holmesglen

General Principle of Admission Policy

Information about prerequisites and selection criteria can be found at www.holmesglen.edu.au or by calling 03 9564 1555.

For degree programs, the eligibility requirement is successful completion of VCE. Some courses may require studies in VCE Units 3 and 4 Mathematics, VCE Units 3 and 4 English, folio submissions or an interview. Pathways through TAFE studies are available to applicants who do not satisfy entry requirements for a degree. Students who successfully complete a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a related field may receive up to 8 to 12 credits for a degree. Special entry requirements may apply to mature age applicants.

Detail for Folio Preparation

Folios that best demonstrate the ability of an applicant to undertake a program in a particular discipline should be presented at interview. Folio contents are not limited to, but could include, observational drawing, sketches, concept drawings, use of the design process, 2D and 3D work, photography, media, short films, storyboards, textiles, fashion garments and other art forms and media. Original artwork is preferred, but good quality photographic documentation is acceptable.

Detail of Interview Preparation/Requirements

Courses that require interviews will cover areas such as motivation for completion of a particular course, communication skills, ability to present artwork, knowledge of course structure and job outcomes.

Kangan Institute

La Trobe Melbourne

La Trobe University

General Principle of Admission Policy

In pursuing its regional mission, the University may adjust upwards the aggregate of applicants from regional schools.

A range of schemes is available for applicants seeking admission to La Trobe University

ASPIRE Program

Elite Athlete Bonus Scheme

Hallmark Program

Some courses are available for commencement at other campuses.

Please check the VTAC Guide for accurate campus information.

Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology

General Principle of Admission Policy

Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology (MIBT) has general  principles of selection which apply for entry to all courses. A study score of at  least 20 in VCE English (any) Units 3 & 4 (or equivalent) is a prerequisite for all Diploma courses at MIBT. Further information about admission and selection policy can be found  at http://www.mibt.vic.edu.au/apply-today/admissions-requirements.

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