(1) This policy provides the framework for ensuring admission to study at the University is undertaken in a fair, transparent and consistent manner as articulated in the University's Strategic Goals and Objectives. (2) This policy applies to all candidates for admission except higher degree research candidates. (3) This policy should be read in conjunction with the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021 and the University's Enrolment Policy, Student Fees Policy, Credit for Prior Learning Policy, Articulation Pathways Policy, and Progression Policy. (4) For the purpose of this policy, the following definitions apply: (5) Admission into the University is determined on the basis of academic merit and/or the capacity for university level study. Academic merit and capacity for study can be measured by formal qualifications and by means other than formally recognised educational attainment. (6) The University is committed to: (7) The University also offers a non-award (8) The University is committed to increasing access and successful participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in higher education. This includes supporting and providing pathways for transitioning to higher education. (9) Entry requirements vary from (10) The entry requirements for a (11) Changes to entry requirements must not disadvantage any student with an existing, unconditional offer from the University. (12) An international applicant must meet the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) or Genuine Student (GS) criteria as specified by the Australian Government. (13) The University assesses all applications and makes one of the following selection decisions: (14) The University will not consider an applicant whose enrolment at this or another university has been suspended or excluded for the term of their Suspension or Exclusion. The Progression Policy contains an exception covering Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery students. (15) In most cases, the University will allow students to defer their offer of study up to 12 months. The University may charge a fee for the lodgement of a deferment request. (16) Academic Senate, or the relevant national or state training authority, approves minimum entry requirements. (17) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President, Academic may in exceptional cases, on recommendation of the Dean of the School, approve an applicant to be admitted to a specific (18) The Vice-President, People and Advancement and Registrar or their nominee will make offers of places within (19) The Vice-President, People and Advancement and Registrar may decline admission to a candidate if he or she considers the applicant has, during a previous enrolment, demonstrated they will be unable to successfully complete the (20) The Dean of the School will set entry scores, ranks and quotas for each (21) The University publishes minimum entry requirements in the (22) Only applicants who have established their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander status will be eligible for admission enabling (23) To be admitted to study at the University, an applicant must apply in the approved method by the advertised closing date. Application fees may apply. (24) Where English is not an applicant's first language or where an applicant has completed studies in a language other than English, they must demonstrate proficiency in English by achieving a prescribed level in an approved English examination in one sitting. The approved English Language examinations include the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), and for some (25) Applicants may be required to provide evidence that their prior study in English or English Language examination results have been completed within two years of the proposed commencement of study. (26) Alternate evidence of English Language proficiency may be accepted, as advertised on the University's website for International applicants at www.westernsydney.edu.au/international or the UAC website for Domestic applicants at www.uac.edu.au. (27) To be admitted to a non-award (28) A person who passes two or more (29) On completing a lower level nested award, a student may: (30) The University will include the previously-completed (31) Students who wish to re-enrol after they have ceased study in a (32) Readmission to the same (33) Students who have been Excluded because of unsatisfactory academic progress and wish to re-enrol need to reapply for admission after the conclusion of their exclusion period. The current eligibility requirements will apply. (34) Students enrolled in another institution may apply to undertake University (35) The same student contribution payment rules apply to the student as apply at the home higher education provider. (36) The University may admit an international student who will be under the age of 18 years when they commence their (37) The procedures for ensuring appropriate accommodation, support and welfare arrangements are in place before admitting international students who will be under the age of 18 years when they commence their (38) An applicant must accept their admission offer within the specified timeframe or the offer will lapse. (39) Successful applicants may request to study full-time or part-time. When deciding whether a student can study part-time, the factors the University will consider include: (40) International applicants must pay the tuition fees and other compulsory fees identified on their letter of offer. Refer to the International Student Fees and Refunds Agreement (41) The University reserves the right to withdraw or cancel an offer or enrolment where: (42) Applicants in receipt of an offer may request to defer by submitting a request in writing to Data Integrity, Quality and Operations within the Office of Student and University Planning no later than the date published on the University's website. (43) The factors that will be considered, when making a decision about a request to defer an offer, include: (44) An applicant not selected for admission has the right of appeal against the decision on any one of the following grounds: (45) An applicant must lodge a written statement specifying the grounds on which an appeal is being made to the Director, Data Integrity, Quality and Operations within ten working days of receiving notification that their application for admission has been unsuccessful. All supporting documents and other evidence must be attached to the statement. (46) The Director, Data Integrity, Quality and Operations or nominee will consider the application for appeal and where grounds for appeal have been satisfied, review the admission application. (47) After considering the application for appeal the Director, Data Integrity, Quality and Operations will determine the appeal as follows: (48) The Director, Data Integrity, Quality and Operations must notify the applicant of the outcome of the appeal within 20 working days of the decision. (49) Academic Appeals Procedures apply where relevant. If the applicant believes that the University has not followed its published policies and procedures, they can follow the guidelines provided on the University's Complaints Management and Resolution website. (50) The University monitors the effectiveness and appropriateness of admission requirements.Admissions Policy
NOTE: There is a policy suspension or variation instrument currently in place. Please view the Policy Suspension or Variation Instrument - International Student Admissions Temporary Arrangements - Extension document.
Section 1 - Purpose and Context
Section 2 - Definitions
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Section 3 - Policy Statement
Entry Requirements
Selection Decisions
Responsibilities
Section 4 - Procedures
Admission Information
How to Apply
English Language Proficiency Requirements
Non-Award Admission
Admission to Higher Level Nested Awards
Re-admission of Former University Students
Cross-Institutional Admission
Admission of International Students Under 18 Years on a Student Visa
Accepting Offers
Withdrawal or Cancellation of Offers
Deferring Offers
Right of Appeal
Monitoring
Section 5 - Guidelines
Associated information
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