School Leaver Guide 2020
Everything you need to know about uni About UNE At UNE Established in the 1930s by the University of Sydney, the University of New England is the oldest university in Australia outside of a capital city. you get Set on a spectacular 74 hectares and featuring the original homestead at the heart of the campus, UNE combines heritage with modern academic, sporting, recreational and more than accommodation facilities. a degree
You get a complete university experience: a vibrant, supportive Did you know? community; small classes; and access to your expert lecturers. UNE is the only Australian public university awarded the maximum Affordable accommodation 5 stars for Overall Experience, options put you right at the 14 years in a row.* heart of the action, giving *The Good Universities Guide Ratings for 2007–2020. The Good Universities Guide provides the only independent performance ratings you maximum independence of Australian undergraduate courses and their providers. and access to academic, sporting and social facilities. Contents All of this means that you get Living on Campus 2 - 3 every opportunity to reach your full potential and get the very What is a degree? 4 - 5 best start (plus some great Cost to study at UNE 6 - 7 memories along the way). Support at UNE 8
Study Online 9
How to apply 10 Entry Pathways 11 170+ Year 10 Students 12 Course Information 13 - 20
Courses Campus Tours 21 Key Dates 21 available 1 Sport is a big aspect of college life. UNE’s sporting clubs Campus accommodation cater to everything from martial arts to mountaineering, une.edu.au/living Living on Campus UNE’s residential accommodation consists of seven colleges and from football to water polo. including six traditional college residences, a village of Visit unelife.com.au to find out more about what self-contained units and 211 modern studio apartments. UNE has to offer you. Each college has its own distinct character and all of them welcome students into friendly, inclusive and supportive communities. UNE’s residential college system includes:
• Austin College • Robb College • Duval College • St Albert’s College • Earle Page College • Wright College and Village • Mary White College
For more information about each college visit une.edu.au/living
Campus facilities UNE’s campus facilities include:
• 5 cafés across campus • Sleek Hair Studio • Campus Post Office • ‘Stro Uni Bar and and Essentials Shop Nightclub • TuneFM on-campus • SportUNE radio station SportUNE In addition to our unique academic campus, UNE is home to SportUNE, which is considered one of the best Life on campus at UNE university sporting precincts in Australia. The UNE residential system gives you the benefit of The facilities feature a state-of-the-art strength and academic and social support networks and a rich tradition conditioning gym, multipurpose sporting halls, indoor Armidale region of vibrant inter-college sporting and cultural competitions. rock-climbing wall, outdoor and indoor basketball and netball courts, tennis and squash courts and a world UNE is located in Armidale, in the heart of Living on campus means you are in the ideal position to class mountain bike track. the beautiful New England region, halfway enjoy the living and learning experience to the fullest. between Sydney and Brisbane on the New Both socially and academically, you are right at the heart of SportUNE runs 7 regular Les Mills programs as well England Highway. New England is renowned the action. Lectures, libraries, cafés and services such as as freestyle classes including Yoga and Pilates, along as a unique cultural centre with stunning shopping, banking and hairdressing are all within walking with elite athlete program and inter-college sporting distance on campus. scenery and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.Quilpie competitions. Caloundra Thargomindah Toowoomba BRISBANE QLD Goondiwindi UNE Campus to... Gold Coast Sam
Cape Byron Moree Bachelor of Pharmacy 1 hr Sydney Bourke New England with Honours Grafton “My advice to other people thinking Armidale Coffs Harbour 1 hr Brisbane NSW of studying at UNE is definitely Tamworth consider it as one of your top Dubbo preferences because you get a lot of 2.5 hrs Coffs Harbour help. UNE is like your second home”. Newcastle Bathurst 8 hrs Sydney SYDNEY Wagga Wagga Watch Sam’s video at une.edu.au/sam 2 CANBERRA 3 Albury This diagram shows the different What is a degree? une.edu.au/highschool levels of qualifications available through tertiary study, and which institutions offer them.
Postgraduate Degrees
Bachelor Honours Degree Undergraduate, 1-2 years
Bachelor Degree* Undergraduate, 3-4 years UNI
Advanced Diploma Undergraduate, 1.5-2 years
Diploma Undergraduate, 1-2 years A degree is the qualification you get when you finish your Chemistry or Physics, which means that you are course of study. You have to complete a range of units recommended to have completed Year 12 HSC (or (subjects) within a course to get the degree. Most single equivalent) units in the required subjects. If you don’t meet degrees can be completed in three years (full time). Some these recommendations or don’t feel confident with your degrees require four years’ study and most double degrees knowledge, UNE offers a range of Foundation Units that are five years. Below is a breakdown of what is required to have been specifically designed for people who either get your degree. didn’t study these subjects for the HSC or have had little experience in these areas. They provide the necessary RTO preparation for you to start first year studies in each subject Certificate IV The parts that make area, and can also help you in being admitted to a science- based degree. (Registered Training Certificate III up your degree For more information visit une.edu.au/foundation Organisation) Vocational, 1-2 years Each subject that you take is called a ‘unit’. Some will be Also see Science Pathways on page 11. compulsory for your degree—these are called ‘core units’. e.g. UNE Partnerships or TAFE Others you can choose from a list of options—these are called ‘electives’. What should you study? Certificate II Some degrees will have ‘majors’ (a ‘major’ is an area of specialisation that you have an interest in—the ‘major’ is Think about everything you like doing. Students always Certificate I listed on your degree when you graduate). To graduate with do better and enjoy their time at UNE more when they are a major, you will need to complete specific subjects. studying something that is of interest to them. Start by Vocational, 0.5-1 year browsing the different study areas in this brochure to get a general feel for what you will learn and what you can do with Foundation Units those degrees. For more information see pages 13-20 or visit Some degrees at UNE have ‘assumed knowledge’ or une.edu.au/courses *A Bachelor’s degree is where most school ‘recommended study’ requirements for Mathematics, leavers/first time students start.
4 5 Student Amenities Fee Scholarships at UNE une.edu.au/fees Cost to study at UNE The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is charged to students for services and amenities of a non-academic Getting help to pay for your nature, such as sporting and recreational activities, degree is easier than you think. employment and career advice, child care, financial advice and food services. Unlike the government help that you have to repay when you start earning, a UNE Scholarship never has to be repaid. The SSAF is applied to all on campus and online course- UNE Scholarships are open for all to apply—and it doesn’t work students at the rate of $38.50 per 6 credit points (a cost you anything. Not all scholarships are about how well typical unit at UNE is 6 credit points) to the annual full time you did at school, there are UNE Scholarships that maximum of $308. The fee will be invoiced per study period recognise students who: and payable by the census date. • come from rural areas Eligible students have the option of deferring student services and amenities fees through the SA-HELP scheme. • excel at sport For more information visit studyassist.gov.au or • study specific degrees une.edu.au/fees • plan to live in a UNE college • are in disadvantaged groups Additional Costs • have high academic achievement Apart from your course costs you will need to consider other There are numerous scholarships on offer each year and costs–such as text books, computer and printing equipment, most scholarship applications open at the end of September transport costs (including parking), cost of living (food, and close at the end of December. accommodation and services), sport and recreation and For more information visit une.edu.au/scholarships social activities. or phone 1800 818 865 UNE provides a range of useful support options to assist you with the financial side of student life. Areas of assistance include the provision of Student Loans, seeking part-time employment and strategies for saving money. Living on campus at UNE is a great way to help manage your costs. For more information visit une.edu.au/living
Cost of a Degree Payment Options 2020 Student Contribution Bands Most undergraduate courses studied by school leavers As an Australian citizen, permanent humanitarian visa holder Student contribution bands*^ Deferred or up front at UNE have Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) or New Zealand Special Category Visa Holder who meets (deferred and up-front charges per unit) CSP Rates available. This means that the government makes a additional eligibility criteria*, you may be eligible for a CSP contribution to part of the cost of your degree, and you pay and a HECS-HELP loan. You can choose to defer the entire BAND 1: Arts, Humanities, Behavioural Science, Social Studies, Clinical Psychology, Foreign $835.00 the difference between this contribution and the total cost of cost of your degree or pay up front. Languages, Visual and Performing Arts the degree. As an Australian permanent resident or New Zealand citizen Provided you are an eligible domestic student and meet the you may still be eligible for a CSP, however you need to pay BAND 2: Computing, Built Environment, Allied Health, Other Health, Agriculture $1190.00 residency requirements you will be offered a Commonwealth your fees up front. BAND 3: Law, Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Science $1394.00 Supported Place (CSP). * See the Study Assist website for more information, visit studyassist.gov.au/help-loans/non-australian-citizens For more information on CSPs visit studyassist.gov.au BAND 4: Education, Nursing $835.00 There are seven different ‘bands’ of costs, which are BAND 5: Accounting, Administration, Economics, Commerce $1394.00 divided by discipline areas. These are known as ‘Student HECS-HELP Contribution Bands’, (see table on opposite page) and BAND 6: Mathematics, Statistics, Science $1190.00 show the range of fees you will be charged (the difference HECS-HELP** is a loan to help eligible students studying in between what the government contributes and the total cost a CSP to pay their course fees. The HECS-HELP loan allows BAND 7: Engineering—Surveying $1190.00 of the fees). you to defer your course fees until you start earning over the minimum income threshold. The minimum threshold for the The fees a student pays are calculated based on the units 2019-2020 income year is $45,881. selected within a course. This is due to the different bands and study loads a student undertakes each Trimester. For For more information visit studyassist.gov.au example, if you study a Bachelor of Arts, you might choose If you are unsure whether you would be eligible for a CSP, * Charges per 6 credit point (cp) unit. If the unit is 12 ** Please note the payment options and HECS-HELP information are correct you can check on our Fee Category Finder at: credit points then the cost above will be x 2. units in humanities, commerce and statistics. These units are at the time of printing. For updates please visit studyassist.gov.au une.edu.au/study/fees-and-costs/tuition-fees/fee-category-finder ^ Costs correct at time of printing. Some exceptions apply. For full details all in different contribution bands and have different costs. on how much you can expect to pay, visit studyassist.com.gov.au
6 7 Support at UNE une.edu.au/support Study Online une.edu.au/online
How does online Online community We also believe that a vital part of online study is your study work? engagement with the learning community. Communication Instead of turning up to a lecture on campus at a designated with your classmates, teaching staff and university support time, the course content is provided online for you to access staff, through online forums and video conferencing, will when it suits you each week. It might be a recorded lecture, enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills a set of readings, questions posed in a discussion board, an extend beyond just the subject matter. online quiz or a video. Your lecturer will guide you through the unit with a weekly plan of study, as well as checking in on the discussion boards or forums. You can communicate with teaching staff and other students. The Next Step At UNE our aim is to help you become ‘career ready’. UNE To make sure your learning can take place when it suits you, UNE provides online facilities which allow you to send graduates stand out because they have developed a range of questions, submit assignments, order library books, check skills that are highly sought after by employers. your results and access other resources, 24 hours a day, These are not only the result of academic achievement. seven days a week. UNE also has exam centres in all Skills are also developed through: major cities and many regional areas across Australia, so you don’t have to travel far to sit your exams. Supervised • opportunities for leadership and teamwork online exams are also available for many of UNE’s units. through community participation • parliamentary internships
graduate with your UNE degree and the New England • international exchange programs as Academic Skills Office Award, future employers knows that you have world-class Intensive Schools credit towards your UNE degree The Academic Skills Office (ASO) is UNE’s learning support qualification and the life skills to outrival any other graduate. Some online units have intensive schools (sometimes • personal and academic support programs Make sure you stand out from the crowd. known as residential schools). They enable students to unit. They are here to help you to succeed and excel in your • links and partnerships with industry, research engage in practical exercises and classes that are designed studies. For more information visit une.edu.au/nea organisations and training bodies. to achieve specific learning outcomes that cannot be For more information visit une.edu.au/aso achieved online. Intensive schools are a valuable and enjoyable experience that enrich the learning process and Library Services help build your networks. Student Support Team The University Library provides access to a range of See une.edu.au/courses or call our Future Students At UNE we want to be sure that you have as smooth a information in electronic form and a large collection of Team on 1800 818 865 to find out which units have passage as possible through your degree and into future books, journals and audiovisual material in the Dixson intensive schools. employment. Library (the main campus library) and the Law Library. Dixson Library also hosts the Learning Commons where you Student Support Team services include: will find computers, media rooms, group study rooms and • career development rooms for problem-based learning. Many of the resources found within the libraries are available online so you can do • counselling your own research at home or on campus. Chloe • special needs support For more information visit une.edu.au/library • one-to-one support and troubleshooting. Bachelor of Arts (Archaeology) Staff are available to work with you throughout your time at UNE, to help you make the transition from study to a fulfilling Oorala Aboriginal Centre “The academic staff and tutors career. Culture—Community—Partnership are really good at UNE. They are For more information visit une.edu.au/support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are guided by with you every step of the way. I a small community of experts throughout their study. This would recommend UNE to others, means support right from the start–with flexible entry and The New England Award study preparation–and throughout your degree, with your everyone is really supportive and subjects and career pathways. The prestigious New England Award is presented to really encouraging and you get students who have embraced the full university experience. Oorala puts the well-being and success of our students and lots of hands on experience”. We recognise your leadership, involvement in the community their communities first. and professional development activities that develop life For more information visit une.edu.au/oorala skills. This free program is open to all students. When you Watch Chloe’s video at une.edu.au/chloe
8 9 How to apply Entry Pathways une.edu.au/highschool
How you apply to study at UNE will depend on how you want to study with us, either online or on campus.
How to Apply for Early Entry at UNE UNE Early Entry is open to all Year 12 applicants, whether or not you’re expecting to receive an ATAR score. Early Entry relies on your school’s assessment of your attributes and abilities: your ability to work and learn independently, and your overall potential for academic success.
Step 1: Prepare Step 2: Apply Step 3: Offer Step 4: Enrol
Check out the range of The Early Entry application Successful applicants Enrol or you may be able Pathways to study TRACKS Tertiary on-campus and online is fully online and can be will receive an offer of a to defer your offer of courses available through completed and submitted university place in early admission. Visit our website: If you’re not sure whether you’ll get the marks for entry into Preparation Program Early Entry and select three electronically. November. You can accept une.edu.au/earlyentry university, UNE offers a range of pathways to help get you TRACKS is a tertiary preparation course for Aboriginal and courses you would like to your offer immediately and on your way including Early Entry, the Pathways Enabling Apply direct to UNE through Torres Strait Islander students who would like to develop study from the Early Entry secure your place for 2021. Course, Science Pathways, TRACKS Tertiary Preparation the portal: academic skills and knowledge to undertake undergraduate course list. Program and the ATAR Adjustment Scheme. earlyentry.une.edu.au studies at UNE. You will be part of a community of Aboriginal une.edu.au/earlyentry and Torres Strait Islander students who share your goals Pathways Enabling Course and interests. During the course you will build confidence and academic skills through flexible learning and also take How to Apply for On Campus Study—UAC or QTAC The Pathways Enabling Course is a free program of study for an undergraduate unit in your area of interest that may count towards your UNE degree. On successful completion students without the educational background for admission If you are planning to study on campus and apply based on your ATAR or equivalent, you will need to apply through either of the TRACKS course you will be eligible to apply for UNE to an undergraduate degree at UNE. Universities Admission Centre (UAC) or Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC). The table below provides an outline undergraduate study. of the process to becoming an on campus student. You’ll receive mentoring and additional tutorial support For more information visit une.edu.au/oorala For more information visit une.edu.au/study through two foundation units, which provide you with the skills and confidence required for successful undergraduate study. You then choose from a range of units that are part of Step 1: Prepare Step 2: Apply Step 3: Offer Step 4: Enrol the degree you want to enrol in later. So when you start your Internal Selection Program degree, you’ll already be two units ahead! The Internal Selection Program (ISP) is an alternative entry For more information visit une.edu.au/enabling program offered by the Oorala Aboriginal Centre to assist Check the course and entry Apply online* through either Wait to receive and accept Enrol or you may be able Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people wishing to requirements (including UAC uac.edu.au your offer of admission to defer your offer of enrol in higher education at the University of New England. ATAR). une.edu.au/courses or QTAC qtac.edu.au through either UAC/QTAC. admission. Science Pathways Candidates will be assessed on their personal, professional and educational experiences, as well as attend an interview Want to study Science at UNE conducted by Oorala representatives. How to Apply for Online Study—UNE but don’t have the background? UNE offers most courses online. You will need to apply directly to UNE if you want to study online. Follow Science Pathways. ATAR Adjustment Scheme For more information visit une.edu.au/apply The Science Pathways program, in the Bachelor of Scientific UNE’s ATAR Adjustment Scheme adds 5 points to your ATAR Studies, is designed for students who may have little or (or equivalent) and is for applicants from regional, rural and Step 1: Prepare Step 2: Apply Step 3: Offer Step 4: Enrol no scientific background. It aims to build the skills and remote locations Australia-wide. knowledge that will allow students to be accepted into other, When a student applies to their Tertiary Admission Centre, more specialised Science-based degrees. The pathways Check the course and Apply online at Wait to receive and accept Enrol or you may be able or directly to UNE for a UNE course, the adjustment factor program includes foundation units in basic Sciences to entry requirements une.edu.au/apply your offer of admission. to defer your offer of will be automatically assigned according to their residential get you up to speed. In addition, the program lets you (including ATAR). admission. postcode. There is no separate application required. choose units from a range of specific study pathways. On une.edu.au/courses completion of the Science Pathways program you can For more information visit une.edu.au/adjustment-factors transfer into the Science degree of your choice, with credit Note: If you have overseas qualifications and you are an Australian citizen * Please note there are a few courses where you need to apply directly to UNE. Please or permanent resident please contact us for advice prior to applying. If check individual course details at for units already completed. you are an International student, visit une.edu.au/international une.edu.au/courses or use the How to Apply page to be directed to the relevant application portal: une.edu.au/apply For more information see page 20 or visit In your course preference, please ensure you check the course start date as this will affect when UNE can make you an offer. une.edu.au/science-pathways
10 11 Year 10 Students Course Information
Picking the right subjects How do I get the job I want? This section features all our Accounting and Finance 16 undergraduate course offerings makes your life easier Year 10 is a great time to explore your interests and research Agriculture and Rural Science 16 possible career options. Remember, whatever you decide at UNE, along with the entry Choosing the right subjects in Year 11 and 12 will make entry to do, there are many pathways to achieving your goals and Animal Science and Zoology 17 to your university course faster and easier. You might not be “ultimate dream job”. requirements, assumed and 100% sure of what you want to do when you leave school, recommended knowledge and Archaeology and Indigenous Studies 17 but it is best to think about choosing the subjects and UNE has over 170 courses to help you achieve your career careers that interest you. Year 10 is a great time to explore goals. The table below provides a snapshot of potential available majors for each course. your interests and research possible options. Talk to your career opportunities, relevant HSC subjects and the related Arts 17 family, friends, careers advisors and teachers, and use the UNE courses. For more information about UNE’s courses, Use this list of broad discipline internet to research courses and careers. entry requirements and career opportunities Business, Management, Marketing and HR 17 visit une.edu.au/courses categories to identify your area If you change your mind later about what you want to do of interest and then explore the Classics, History, Philosophy and Studies in Religion 18 at uni and find that you haven’t made the perfect subject following pages to find out more choices, it’s not the end of the world. You can still be Foundation Units accepted into the course of your choice through different about our available courses. Computer Science and Information Technology 18 pathways offered by UNE. For example, you can do a When exploring UNE courses online, it is important to foundation unit when you start uni if you haven’t chosen the check the course entry requirements (under the ‘Further Criminology and Forensic Science 18 maths or science subjects that are recommended for your Information’ tab) for the required ATAR and any assumed course. If you are confident that you know what you would or recommended knowledge. Without the assumed or Economics and Agribusiness 18 like to study at uni, it is advisable to check the ‘assumed and recommended knowledge, you may still be selected for recommended knowledge’ for the course you are interested the course, but you may need to do a foundation unit to Need more information? Education and Teaching 19 in, as it will make your life easier. assist you with your studies. For more information about foundation units visit une.edu.au/foundation Contact UNE Future Students English, Writing, Media and Communications 19 Team on 1800 818 865 or via our Environmental and Earth Sciences 19 Career Opportunities Related HSC Subjects UNE Courses online chat service, or make an enquiry 24/7 at study.une.edu.au Exercise and Sports Science Accountant, Human Business Studies, Economics, Bachelor of Agribusiness and Clinical Exercise Physiology 19 Resource Manager, Lawyer Legal Studies, Mathematics Bachelor of Business Bachelor of Commerce Geography and Planning 20 Bachelor of Economics Bachelor of Laws Languages, Linguistics and Cultural Studies 20
Journalist, Musician, Art, Drama, English, Bachelor of Arts Law and Criminology 20 Teacher, Town Planner Geography, History, Music Bachelor of Education (K-6 Teaching) Bachelor of Music Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry and Physics 21 Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning Medicine 21 Animal Scientist, Doctor, Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology Nurse, Personal Trainer, Mathematics, Physics, PDHPE Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine Nursing, Social Work and Health 21 Pharmacist, Zoologist Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours Peace, Political and International Studies 21 Bachelor of Rural Science Pharmacy, Biology and Biomedical Science 21
Psychology, Sociology and Social Science 22
Science 22 Useful websites: myfuture.edu.au • joboutlook.gov.au Sustainability 22 Theatre, Performance and Music 22
12 13 Course Name Majors Available Assumed (A) & Recommended (R) Knowledge Duration ATAR
Course Information Animal Science and Zoology
Bachelor of Animal Science Canine and Equine Science, Livestock A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics, 4y 7 7.10 Production, Wildlife Management Chemistry R: Biology
Bachelor of Science Animal Science and Veterinary Studies, Zoology A: Mathematics, R: Chemistry and/ 3y 72.55 Please Note: or Physics and/or Biology Bachelor of Zoology A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics, 3y 72.55 • Competence in the English language is a requirement • Most courses are available for Part Time Chemistry R: Biology for all University of New England courses. study. For more information locate the course in question via une.edu.au/study • Foundation level units in Chemistry, Mathematics Archaeology and Indigenous Studies and Physics are available for students who do not • Subjects in the Assumed and Recommended Bachelor of Arts Archaeology, Human Geography, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 have a background in these areas. See page 4 or visit Knowledge field that are italicised are dependant Indigenous Studies une.edu.au/foundation for further information. on the degree subjects chosen for that course. Bachelor of Science Archaeology, Palaeobiology A: Mathematics R: Biology, Chemistry and/ 3y 72.55 • The word ATAR as used in the following tables refers • UNE is committed to providing transparent and clear or Physics (depending on major) to the 2020 Guaranteed ATAR Selection Rank. admissions advice to applicants. For published information Bachelor of Social Science Aboriginal Perspectives A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 including student profiles of recent undergraduate • Course durations are listed as Full Time, unless enrolments and (where relevant) ATAR profiles of recent Bachelor of Sustainability Cultural Heritage Management, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 otherwise specified. The letter P indicates Part Time, Community Engagement and R: any 2 units of Mathematics offers of admission, visit une.edu.au/transparency Development (includes IDIG units) and the less than or equal to symbol (≤) indicates that the course can be completed in up to the For more information contact UNE Future Students Team duration listed. e.g. ≤ 4y P means that the course by calling 1800 818 865 or ask a question via our 24/7 chat Arts can be completed in up to 4 years Part Time. service at study.une.edu.au Diploma in Arts 1y N/A
Advanced Diploma in Arts See Bachelor of Arts listing 1.5y N/A below for available minors
Bachelor of Arts Ancient History, Ancient Near East, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Archaeology, Australian History, Chinese, Course Name Majors Available Assumed (A) & Recommended (R) Knowledge Duration ATAR Classical Languages, Criminology, English, French, German, History, Human Geography, Indigenous Studies, Indonesian, International History, Islamic Studies, Italian, Japanese, Linguistics, Music, Peace Studies, Philosophy, Accounting and Finance Physical Geography, Political and International Studies, Psychology, Screen and Media Studies, Sociology, Spanish, Studies in Diploma in Business Indigenous Organisation Management 1y N/A Religion, Theatre and Performance, Writing
Bachelor of Accounting Advanced Accounting, Agribusiness, Finance, A: any 2 units of English R: any 2 units of 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Arts/ See Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 Business Analysis and Transformation Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Business Bachelor of Business Business for approved majors R: any 2 units of Mathematics
Bachelor of Business Accounting, Agribusiness, Analytics and A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Arts/ See Bachelor of Arts for approved majors A: any 2 units of English 5y 84.40 Informatics, Business Analytics, Economics, R: any 2 units of Mathematics R: Mathematics Finance, Human Resource Management, Bachelor of Laws International Business, Management, Marketing Bachelor of Arts/ See Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor A: any 2 units of English plus Chemistry, 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Commerce 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Science of Science for approved majors Mathematics R: Biology and/or Physics (Financial Planning) Business, Management, Marketing and HR Agriculture and Rural Science Diploma in Business Indigenous Organisation Management 1y N/A Diploma in Agriculture ≤ 4y P N/A Bachelor of Agriculture/ Accounting, Agribusiness, International A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Agricultural and A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Business Business, Marketing R: Agriculture, Biology and/or Chemistry Resource Economics R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Arts/ See Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Agricultural Crop Production, Livestock Production, A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics ≤ 3y† 72.55 Bachelor of Business of Business for available majors R: any 2 units of Mathematics Production and Management* Feedlot Management, Production R: Agriculture and/or Primary Industries; Biology Horticulture, Poultry Production Bachelor of Business Accounting, Agribusiness, Analytics and A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Informatics, Business Analytics, Economics, R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Agriculture Animal Production, Plant Production, General A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics 3y 72.55 Finance, Human Resource Management, Agricultural Production, Technology R: Agriculture, Biology and/or Chemistry, for International Business, Management, Marketing Technology major: 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Business/ See Bachelor of Business and Bachelor A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Agriculture/ A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Economics of Economics for available majors R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Business R: Agriculture, Biology and/or Chemistry Bachelor of Business/ See Bachelor of Business for available majors A: any 2 units of English 5y 84.40 Bachelor of Agriculture/ A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics 5y 84.40 Bachelor of Laws R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Laws R: Agriculture, Biology and/or Chemistry Bachelor of Languages and Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Rural Science A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics, 4y 7 7.10 Italian, Japanese, Spanish R: Mathematics Chemistry R: Biology and/or Physics International Business
* Registered Training Organisation (RTO) requirement—must complete † Depending on entry pathway into course. or study with an RTO alongside or prior to commencement.
14 15 Course Name Majors Available Assumed (A) & Recommended (R) Knowledge Duration ATAR Course Name Majors Available Assumed (A) & Recommended (R) Knowledge Duration ATAR
Classics, History, Philosophy and Studies in Religion Education and Teaching
Advanced Diploma in Local, 1.5y N/A Bachelor of Education A: any 2 units of English and any ≤ 4y† 7 7.10 Family and Applied History (Early Childhood and Primary)^# 2 units of Mathematics
Bachelor of Arts Ancient History, Ancient Near East, Archaeology, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Australian History, Classical Languages, History, Bachelor of Education A: any 2 units of English and any 4y 7 7.10 Indigenous Studies, International History, (K-6 Teaching)^ 2 units of Mathematics Islamic Studies, Philosophy, Studies in Religion Bachelor of Education A: any 2 units of English and any 4y 7 7.10 Bachelor of Historical A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 (K-12 Teaching)^# 2 units of Mathematics Inquiry and Practice R: any 2 units of History For those intending to teach Mathematics, HSC Mathematics Extension 1 Bachelor of Social Science Social Philosophy A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Education A: any 2 units of English and any 4y 7 7.10 ^ 2 units of Mathematics Computer Science and Information Technology (Secondary Arts) Bachelor of Education A: any 2 units of English and any 2 units of 4y 7 7.10 Diploma in Information Technology 1y N/A (Secondary Mathematics)^ Mathematics R: HSC Mathematics Extension 1
Bachelor of Computer Science Data Science, Software Development A: Mathematics R: HSC Mathematics Extension 1 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Education A: any 2 units of Music 4y 7 7.10 (Secondary Music)~^ Bachelor of Computer A: 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 Science/Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Education A: any 2 units of English and any 2 units of 4y 7 7.10 (Secondary Science)^ Mathematics R: HSC Mathematics Extension 1 Bachelor of Science Computational Science A: Mathematics R: Biology and/ 3y 72.55 or Chemistry and/or Physics Bachelor of Educational Studies A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55
Bachelor of Special and Inclusive A: any 2 units of English, any 2 4y 7 7.10 Criminology and Forensic Science Education (Primary)^ units of Mathematics
Bachelor of Arts Criminology A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 † Depending on entry pathway into degree ~ This course requires a Music Audition as part of the entry requirements For more information visit une.edu.au/music-audition Bachelor of Criminology Criminal Justice, Justice and Indigenous A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 People, Justice, Politics and Society, ^ Personal Statement Requirements # Band 5 Requirements Policing and Corrections From 2018, the Australian Government has introduced additional In addition to standard entry requirements (ATAR or equivalent), entrants to these standards for admission to Initial Teacher Education (ITE) degrees In accredited undergraduate teaching degree will need ONE of the following: addition to academic capability, applicants will also need to submit Bachelor of Criminology/ A: any 2 units of English 5y 84.40 • a minimum of three ‘Band 5’ HSC results, including one in English, or a ‘Personal Statement’ outlining their non-academic abilities. Bachelor of Laws • to complete bridging units equivalent to a minimum of three These non-academic capabilities include an applicant’s interest in teaching ‘Band 5’ HSC results, including English, as approved by NSW children and/or young people and their motivations for becoming a teacher along Education Standards Authority (NESA) before entry, or Bachelor of Science Forensic Science A: Mathematics R: Chemistry 3y 72.55 with their involvement in personal learning and/or leadership activities (i.e. work and/or Physics and/or Biology experience, community work or volunteering, extra-curricular projects, etc). • to complete at least a full year of discipline studies in another higher education award (i.e. Bachelor of Arts, Diploma in Science or Bachelor of Educational Studies), or For more information visit une.edu.au/teachingreqs Bachelor of Social Science Criminology A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 • to enter via an alternative pathway, as advised by UNE and approved by NESA.
Economics and Agribusiness Teaching Solution Finder Diploma in Business Indigenous Development Management 1y N/A Try our online tool to help find your pathway into teaching. Visit becomeateacher.com.au Bachelor of Agribusiness Accounting, Economics, Finance, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Marketing and Management, Rural R: any 2 units of Mathematics Science, Technology and Data Analytics Bachelor of Agricultural and A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 English, Writing, Media and Communications Resource Economics R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Arts English, Screen and Media Studies, Writing A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Agriculture/ Accounting, Agribusiness, International A: any 2 units of English, Mathematics 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Business Business, Marketing R: Agriculture, Biology and/or Chemistry Bachelor of Media and Media and Culture, Writing and Publishing A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Communications Bachelor of Business Accounting, Agribusiness, Analytics and A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Informatics, Business Analytics, Economics, R: any 2 units of Mathematics Finance, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management, Marketing Environmental and Earth Sciences Bachelor of Business/ See Bachelor of Business and Bachelor A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 of Economics for available majors R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Environmental Science Conservation Ecology, Envirobusiness, A: any 2 units of English, Chemistry, 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Economics Natural Resources Management, Mathematics R: Biology Remediation and Restoration Bachelor of Economics Applied Econometrics, Economics, Economic A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Development, Environmental Analysis and Policy R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Environmental A: any 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 Science/Bachelor of Laws R: Biology and/or Chemistry Bachelor of Economics/ See Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor A: any 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 of Laws for available majors Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of GeoScience A: any 2 units of English, Chemistry or 3y 72.55 Mathematics R: Biology and/or Physics
Bachelor of Science Biodiversity, Botany, Genetics, Geography, A: Mathematics R: Biology and/ 3y 72.55 Geoscience, Microbiology, Palaeobiology or Chemistry and/or Physics
16 17 Course Name Majors Available Assumed (A) & Recommended (R) Knowledge Duration ATAR Course Name Majors Available Assumed (A) & Recommended (R) Knowledge Duration ATAR
Exercise and Sports Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology Bachelor of Criminology A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55
Bachelor of Clinical A: any 2 units of Mathematics, Personal 4y 78.85 Bachelor of Criminology/ A: any 2 units of English 5y 84.40 Exercise Physiology Development Health and Physical Education Bachelor of Laws (PDHPE) and/or any 2 units of Science R: Biology and/or Chemistry Bachelor of Economics/ A: any 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 Bachelor of Exercise A: any 2 units of Mathematics, Personal 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Laws and Sports Science Development Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) and/or any 2 units of Science Bachelor of Environmental A: any 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 R: Biology and/or Chemistry Science/Bachelor of Laws R: Biology and/or Chemistry Geography and Planning Bachelor of Laws (3 years) A: any 2 units of English 3y 90.00 Bachelor of Laws (4 years) A: any 2 units of English 4y 84.40 Diploma in Town Planning ≤ 4y P N/A Bachelor of Legal Studies A: any 2 units of English 3y 57.70 Bachelor of Arts Human Geography, Physical Geography A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Science/ A: any 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 Bachelor of GeoScience A: any 2 units of English, Chemistry or 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Laws R: Biology and/or Chemistry and/or Physics Mathematics R: Biology and/or Physics Bachelor of Science Forensic Science A: Mathematics R: Biology and/ 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Science Geography A: Mathematics R: Biology and/ 3y 72.55 or Chemistry and/or Physics or Chemistry and/or Physics Bachelor of Social Science Criminology A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Social Science Urban and Regional Studies A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 R: any 2 units of Mathematics
Bachelor of Sustainability Community Engagement and Development, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry and Physics Cultural Heritage Management, R: any 2 units of Mathematics Environmental Governance, Environmental Resilience (all incl. significant GEPL Diploma in Science A: any 2 units of English 1y N/A studies), Governance and Regulation Bachelor of Computer Science Data Science, Software Development A: Mathematics R: HSC Mathematics Extension 1 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Urban and A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 Regional Planning Bachelor of Science Applied Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics A: Mathematics R: Biology and/ 3y 72.55 or Chemistry and/or Physics Languages, Linguistics and Cultural Studies Medicine Diploma in Modern Languages Chinese, Indonesian, French, Italian, ≤ 4y P N/A German, Japanese, Spanish Bachelor of Medical Science 5y N/A and Doctor of Medicine Bachelor of Arts Chinese, Classical Languages, French, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 German, Indigenous Studies, Indonesian, The Joint Medical Program (JMP) is a two stage five To apply you must complete the following three Please visit une.edu.au/jmp for additional Islamic Studies, Italian, Japanese, year program comprising of a Bachelor of Medical steps: 1) Register online to sit the UCAT (University entry requirements and admission process. Linguistics, Spanish, Studies in Religion Science (stage one) and Doctor of Medicine (stage Clinical Aptitude Test); and 2) Apply direct online to two), offered jointly in partnership by the University University of New England; and 3) Apply through the Bachelor of International Studies A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 of New England and the University of Newcastle. Universities Admission Centre (NSW and ACT).
Bachelor of Languages Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 Italian, Japanese, Spanish Nursing, Social Work and Health
† Bachelor of Languages and A: any 2 units of English 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Community Services Aboriginal Community Care, Aged Care, 3y N/A Children and Young People, Disability International Business R: Mathematics Bachelor of Nursing~ A: any 2 units of English, any 2 units of Science ≤ 3y†^^ 72.55 Bachelor of Social Science Aboriginal Perspectives, Linguistics A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours A: Chemistry and Mathematics R: Biology 4y 87. 20 and HSC Mathematics Extension 1 or 2
Law and Criminology Bachelor of Social Science Health Management A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 R: any 2 units of Mathematics Diploma in Paralegal Studies 1y N/A Bachelor of Social Work R: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Advanced Diploma in 1.5y N/A Paralegal Studies † Depending on entry pathway into course. ~ Online students must participate in clinical experience and on-campus intensive ^^ Two year fast-track option available. schools throughout their degree. See une.edu.au/courses for details. Diploma in Prosecution ≤ 4y P N/A and Advocacy Peace, Political and International Studies
A: any 2 units of English; any 2 5y 84.40 Bachelor of Agriculture/ Bachelor of Arts Peace Studies, Political and International Studies A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Laws units of Mathematics R: Agriculture, Biology and/or Chemistry Bachelor of International Studies Global Politics and Peace, Languages, Societies A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Arts Criminology A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Social Science Peace and Development Studies, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Arts/ A: any 2 units of English 5y 84.40 Political and International Studies R: any 2 units of Mathematics Bachelor of Laws R: Mathematics
Bachelor of Business/ A: any 2 units of English, any 2 5y 84.40 Pharmacy, Biology and Biomedical Science Bachelor of Laws units of Mathematics Bachelor of Biomedical Science A: Mathematics R: Biology plus 3y 72.55 Bachelor of Computer A: any 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 Chemistry and/or Physics Science/Bachelor of Laws
18 19 Course Name Majors Available Assumed (A) & Recommended (R) Knowledge Duration ATAR Free Campus Tour une.edu.au/campustours Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours A: Chemistry and Mathematics R: Biology 4y 80.00 and HSC Mathematics Extension 1
Bachelor of Science Biochemistry/Biotechnology, Biodiversity, A: Mathematics R: Biology and/ 3y 72.55 Microbiology, Palaeobiology, Physiology or Chemistry and/or Physics
Psychology, Sociology and Social Science
Bachelor of Arts Psychology, Sociology A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55
Bachelor of Psychological Science A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 R: any 2 units of Mathematics
Bachelor of Psychology A: any 2 units of English 4y 86.25 with Honours R: any 2 units of Mathematics
Bachelor of Science Psychology A: Mathematics R: Biology and/ 3y 72.55 or Chemistry and/or Physics
Bachelor of Social Science Aboriginal Perspectives, Criminology, Health A: any 2 units of English R: any 2 units 3y 72.55 Management, Linguistics, Organisational of Mathematics (if studying Psychology) Management, Peace and Developmental otherwise no Recommended Studies Studies, Political and International Studies, Psychology, Social Philosophy, Sociology, Urban and Regional Studies
Science
Diploma in Science Programs available: General Studies 1y N/A in Science, Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Science Animal Science and Veterinary Studies, A: Mathematics R: Biology and/ 3y 72.55 Applied Physics, Archaeology, Biochemistry/ or Chemistry and/or Physics Biotechnology, Biodiversity, Botany, On a UNE Campus Tour you will see our vibrant Chemistry, Computational Science, Forensic A free Campus Tour might Science, Genetics, Geography, Geoscience, residences, state-of-the-art sporting facilities, our Mathematics, Medicinal Chemistry, libraries, cafés and shops. Microbiology, Neuroscience, Palaeobiology, be just the thing to help you Physiology, Psychology, Zoology See where you’ll live, study and play. Bachelor of Scientific Studies A: any 2 units of English 3y 57.70 decide where to study. Campus Tours run all year round by appointment (excluding weekends and public holidays). Bachelor of Arts/ A: any 2 units of English plus Chemistry, 4y 72.55 Bachelor of Science Mathematics R: Biology and/or Physics Bookings are essential. Families and friends are welcome.
Bachelor of Science/ A: any 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 Bachelor of Laws R: Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics To book a tour visit: une.edu.au/campustours Sustainability
Bachelor of Environmental A: any 2 units of English and Mathematics 5y 84.40 Science/Bachelor of Laws R: Biology and/or Chemistry
Bachelor of Social Science A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55
Bachelor of Sustainability Community Engagement and Development, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Cultural Heritage Management, R: any 2 units of Mathematics Environmental Governance, Environmental Key Dates Resilience, Governance and Regulation
Theatre, Performance and Music February 2020 Early Entry applications open*
Diploma in Music†~ ≤ 4y P N/A 8 May 2020 Open Day
Diploma in Music Technology ≤ 4y P N/A April/May 2020 Residential College applications open
Bachelor of Education Drama A: any 2 units of English and any 4y 7 7.10 September 2020 Early Entry applications close/Scholarship Applications open (Secondary Arts) 2 units of Mathematics November 2020 UNE Early Entry offers made Bachelor of Arts Music, Screen and Media Studies, A: any 2 units of English 3y 72.55 Theatre and Performance Early December 2020 UAC early round offers Bachelor of Education† A: any 2 units of Music 4y 7 7.10 (Secondary Music)~ Mid January 2021 UAC main round offers released
Bachelor of Music†~ A: any 2 units of English 3y N/A 22 February 2021 Orientation begins R: any 2 units of Music 1 March 2021 Teaching Starts for Trimester 1 † Early closing date See une.edu.au/courses ~ This course requires a Music Audition as part of the entry requirements ** Additional entry requirements apply See Education and Teaching page 17 For more information visit une.edu.au/music-audition * Subject to change
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