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(1) This Procedure outlines the processes for admission to La Trobe University in accordance with the principles detailed in the Admissions Policy. These processes include application, entry requirements, Special Entry Programs and bonuses and deferment. (2) This Procedure applies to applicants for coursework courses at all campuses, taught in all study modes, including those courses delivered in partnership with external providers. (3) See Admissions Policy and English Language Entry Requirements Policy. (4) The University accepts applications to its courses directly and/or via the University's authorised representatives depending on the courses and campus. Advice on the appropriate method is published on the University website prior to the application period. (5) Processes for currently enrolled students seeking admission to an alternative course at the same level of study (as defined by the AQF) are outlined in the Admissions Procedure - Transfers. (6) Provision of false, misleading or inaccurate information as part of an application may result in the revocation of an offer of a place or the cancellation of enrolment. (7) Course academic entry requirements are approved by Academic Board and published on the University website. (8) The age of qualifications that are accepted for meeting course entry requirements are approved by Academic Board. (9) The satisfaction of published course academic entry requirements does not guarantee an applicant an offer for a place in that course. (10) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education), on the advice of the relevant committees, is responsible for setting course entry scores: ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank)or WAM (Weighted Average Mark), GPA (Grade Point Average), or their equivalents. (11) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) reports the outcomes of major tertiary admissions selection rounds to the Admissions Committee, Academic Board and the Senior Executive Group. (12) To determine eligibility for a course, international qualifications are assessed for their equivalence to Australian qualifications. (13) Equivalencies to the Australian secondary qualifications and other qualifications are assessed by Recruitment & International Operations using the resources provided by the Australian Government and various international agencies. (14) The University may approve special entry programs that enhance access to higher education for cohorts that are disadvantaged or have had historically lower participation in University study. These are designed to ensure students admitted to the University have a reasonable prospect of successfully completing their course. (15) Details of all special entry programs, including the relevant application method, are published on the University website. (16) Bonus points are available under the following categories to applicants to Bachelor courses who apply through a Tertiary Admission Centre: (17) Inclusions and maximum bonus points awarded under all categories above are determined by the Admissions Committee and are outlined in the Admissions-SEAS Bonuses Schedule. The maximum bonus where multiple categories apply is 20 aggregate points. (18) Prospective Indigenous Australian applicants are encouraged to register their interest in University study with the Office of Indigenous who provide assistance and support during the application process. (19) Academic Board delegates selection decisions to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education) and the Pro Vice-Chancellor (International). Applications are assessed and offers are issued by Admission Officers, acting under this delegation by: (20) Where the University appoints third party representatives to collect and collate applications and issue offers on the University's behalf, the University is still responsible for the selection decision. (21) All third parties appointed under this Procedure are required to abide by all requirements of this Procedure and all other related policies, procedures and legislation. (22) Applications may be referred to academic divisions for further academic advice as required, for example, in applications for advanced standing for previous studies for which is there no precedent, assessment of prerequisites or cases where course places are limited and ranking of applications is required. (23) Timely advice is provided to applicants on the status of their application. (24) Successful applicants are advised of their offer in writing. The email includes details about relevant fees and charges, and outlines any particular conditions of enrolment and participation for undertaking a particular course that may not apply to other courses more generally. (25) Applicants who have been offered a place in a course but have not yet commenced it, may apply to defer. (26) College Provosts or nominee are responsible for determining courses for which deferment is and is not available. (27) The following conditions apply to the granting of deferment: (28) By granting deferment, La Trobe University does not guarantee that the course offering will be available to the applicant at the end of the period of deferment. (29) Where the course is no longer available for an intake at the end of the period of deferment, the University will seek to make an appropriate alternate offer. (30) Recruitment & International Operations is responsible for managing applications for deferment from international applicants. International applicants should consult Recruitment & International Operations before applying for deferment. (31) International applicants are responsible for managing the consequences of deferment on their ability to maintain a student visa and any University or third party sponsorship they have been awarded. (32) International applicants granted a deferment may be required to provide updated proof of English language proficiency before resuming their enrolment in line with the requirements of the English Language Entry Requirements Policy. (33) International applicants who hold a student visa are only granted a deferment under limited and compelling conditions, including: (34) Where a student visa has been granted but the reason given for deferment is not compelling, the Recruitment & International Operations must report the status of the applicant to the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) as a non-commencement and inform the student that this has been reported. (35) International applicants who have not yet been granted a student visa should contact Recruitment & International Operations for advice on applying for deferment. (36) An applicant seeking a review of an admission decision may do so via written application to the Executive Director, Quality and Standards. (37) For the purpose of this Procedure:Admissions Procedure
Section 1 - Background and Purpose
Section 2 - Scope
Section 3 - Policy Statement
Section 4 - Procedures
Part A - Applications
Part B - Entry Requirements
Course Academic Entry Requirements
Course Entry Scores
Determining International Equivalencies
Part C - Special Entry
Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) Bonus Points
Indigenous Australian Applications
Part D - Assessing Applications and Issuing Offers
Part E - Deferment
Applications for Deferment – International
Part F - Appeals
Section 5 - Definitions