Select the option that best describes you. I want to study on campus If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia: You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course. This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Diploma (AQF Level 5) or Advanced Diploma (AQF Level 6) from a VET Community Services Training Package or Health Training Package in one of the following areas: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Care Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice Nursing If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed the UNE Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Work) from 2025 onwards. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study). Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. International Year 12 Equivalent Qualification Table You can check your overseas qualifications in our Admission Country List and Qualifications table . If you can't find your qualifications in this list, simply submit your application and UNE's International Admissions team will assess them for you. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. Recommended Studies Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent). > Learn more about Recommended Studies Additional Admission Requirements If you are admitted into this course you are required to spend 20 days face-to-face on campus across the duration of your candidature. You must also undertake at least one placement in Australia. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Visa Information On-Campus study If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa . The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions. I want to study online If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia): You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course. This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Diploma (AQF Level 5) or Advanced Diploma (AQF Level 6) from a VET Community Services Training Package or Health Training Package in one of the following areas: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Care Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice Nursing If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed the UNE Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Work) from 2025 onwards. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study). Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. International Year 12 Equivalent Qualification Table You can check your overseas qualifications in our Admission Country List and Qualifications table . If you can't find your qualifications in this list, simply submit your application and UNE's International Admissions team will assess them for you. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. Recommended Studies Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent). > Learn more about Recommended Studies Additional Admission Requirements If you are admitted into this course you are required to spend 20 days face-to-face on campus across the duration of your candidature. You must also undertake at least one placement in Australia. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Visa Information Online study in your own country If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa . If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay. Online study in Australia If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units). Supporting documents Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application: Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we can assess eligibility. Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card. Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information. Advanced standing and credit for prior learning Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies. Course Entry Advanced Standing Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest. If you are admitted under Rule A you will be granted 18 credit points of Specified Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rule C you will be granted 48 credit points of Specified Advanced Standing. Individual Unit Advanced Standing Formal Learning : If you are admitted into this course you can apply for Advanced Standing based on previous formal learning. Advanced Standing for Formal Learning can only be considered for units that you have successfully completed within an Australian social work program accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Non-Formal Learning : If you have prior professional experience in the field of social work you can apply for Advanced Standing for some academic units, and the first field education unit only (HSSW310 Fieldwork 1). Applications must be received in the trimester prior to enrolling in the first field placement unit in accordance with AASW guidelines. Advanced Standing for Social Work units are subject to additional requirements. Please review the criteria for Advanced Standing towards Social Work Courses including Field Education Units prior to application. Students in the course will be permitted to apply for credit on the basis of work/ life experience gained after enrolment in the course. If you are admitted under Rule A you can apply for up to a further 30 credit points of Advanced Standing based on the qualification you used for admission. You can apply for up to a further 72 to 90 credit points of Advanced Standing based on units which are not part of the qualification you used for admission. If you are admitted under Rule B you can apply for up to 126 credit points of Advanced Standing based on units which are not part of the qualification you used for admission. If you are admitted under Rule C you can apply for up to 78 credit points of Advanced Standing based on units which are not part of the qualification you used for admission. Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units: HLTH405 Capstone Project HSSW411 Fieldwork II > Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing Select the option that best describes your experience. I am a current or recent Year 12 student You are currently studying Year 12 (school or TAFE) or have done so within the past 2 years. Guaranteed ATAR ? Open/close tooltip Guaranteed ATAR This course uses an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) as part of its selection process. This is a number between 0.00 and 99.95 that indicates how you ranked against other students in your age group and state/territory. If the ATAR is Not Applicable then school results will be assessed for admission. 65.00 If you are admitted on the basis of your ATAR, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. Selection Rank Adjustments There are ATAR-related adjustments that can be applied to increase your rank when applying for this course. UNE ATAR Adjustment Scheme UNE can automatically award additional points as adjustment factors to the ATAR of eligible applicants for this course without the need for an additional application. > Learn more about the UNE ATAR Adjustment Scheme Education Adjustment Scheme (EAS) UNE acknowledges and provides consideration for applicants who have experienced an educational disadvantage. If you are planning to study on campus you can seek consideration for this scheme when applying for this course. > Learn more about EAS Alternative Entry Programs UNE Early Entry Program Early Entry is open to all Year 12 applicants and relies on your school’s assessment of your attributes and suitability for study. You can apply early, receive an offer and secure a place with UNE, even before your scores are released. > Learn more about the UNE Early Entry Program UAC Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) This scheme provides eligible Year 12 applicants who have applied via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) the opportunity to receive early offers of undergraduate admission to UNE based on their school ratings and Year 11 results. > Learn more about SRS Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. Recommended Studies Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent). > Learn more about Recommended Studies Additional Admission Requirements If you are admitted into this course you are required to spend 20 days face-to-face on campus across the duration of your candidature. You must also undertake at least one placement in Australia. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. I am an applicant with higher education study You have studied at UNE or other higher education institutions, completed or otherwise. This course is offered under two admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have undertaken any of the following qualifications with an appropriate Grade Point Average (GPA) : Undergraduate Certificates Diplomas Advanced Diplomas/Associate degrees Bachelor degrees Postgraduate degrees If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed the UNE Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Work) from 2025 onwards. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study). Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. Recommended Studies Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent). > Learn more about Recommended Studies Additional Admission Requirements If you are admitted into this course you are required to spend 20 days face-to-face on campus across the duration of your candidature. You must also undertake at least one placement in Australia. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. I am an applicant with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study You have undertaken VET study through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), e.g. TAFE. This course is offered under two admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Diploma (AQF Level 5) or Advanced Diploma (AQF Level 6) from a VET Community Services Training Package or Health Training Package in one of the following areas: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Care Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice Nursing If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have undertaken VET studies. When assessing your application, we will look at the following factors: Level and type of qualification (Certificate III or above) Graded or ungraded (competency-based) Complete or incomplete. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. Recommended Studies Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent). > Learn more about Recommended Studies Additional Admission Requirements If you are admitted into this course you are required to spend 20 days face-to-face on campus across the duration of your candidature. You must also undertake at least one placement in Australia. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. I am an applicant with work and life experience You left high school more than two years ago or did not finish Year 12. You can apply for this course on the basis of work and life experience via at least one of the following methods: Professional Experience If you have completed at least one year of paid professional experience, we can assess you for admission on this basis. Simply provide a resume and a Statement of Service from your employer/s in your application. > Find out more about applying based on professional experience > Learn about our Statement of Service requirements Mature Age Special Entry Tell us more about your work and life experience, demonstrating why you believe you will be successful in the course you are applying for. Simply complete the form and upload it in your application. > Download the Mature Age Special Entry form (PDF) Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) The STAT is a test that assesses a range of competencies considered important for successful tertiary study. UNE accepts the multiple-choice component provided you have completed it within the three years prior to course commencement. > Visit ACER for more information If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. Pathway Programs Foundation Program This is a free (fees exempt) and 100% online program designed to help you prepare for university. It will provide you with all the skills needed to undertake undergraduate study. > Learn more about the Foundation Program TRACKS Indigenous Foundation Program (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants) TRACKS is a foundation program run by the UNE Oorala Aboriginal Centre . Over two trimesters you will experience what university study is about and learn in a supported environment. Be part of a community of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples who share your goals and interests. > Learn more about TRACKS Internal Selection Program (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants) This program is designed for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples who have professional work or community experience, or any formal VET qualifications, e.g. TAFE study. > Learn more about the Internal Selection Program Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. Recommended Studies Before starting this course, we recommend you have a sound understanding of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent). > Learn more about Recommended Studies Additional Admission Requirements If you are admitted into this course you are required to spend 20 days face-to-face on campus across the duration of your candidature. You must also undertake at least one placement in Australia. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Supporting documents Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application: Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we can assess eligibility. If you are applying through Mature Age Special Entry , you will need to include a completed Mature Age Special Entry form in your online application. Learn more about Mature Age Special Entry If you are applying based on professional experience you will need to provide a Statement of Service from your employer/s on company letterhead. Learn about our Statement of Service requirements . Advanced standing and credit for prior learning Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies. Course Entry Advanced Standing Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest. If you are admitted under Rule A you will be granted 18 credit points of Specified Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rule C you will be granted 48 credit points of Specified Advanced Standing. Individual Unit Advanced Standing Formal Learning : If you are admitted into this course you can apply for Advanced Standing based on previous formal learning. Advanced Standing for Formal Learning can only be considered for units that you have successfully completed within an Australian social work program accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Non-Formal Learning : If you have prior professional experience in the field of social work you can apply for Advanced Standing for some academic units, and the first field education unit only (HSSW310 Fieldwork 1). Applications must be received in the trimester prior to enrolling in the first field placement unit in accordance with AASW guidelines. Advanced Standing for Social Work units are subject to additional requirements. Please review the criteria for Advanced Standing towards Social Work Courses including Field Education Units prior to application. Students in the course will be permitted to apply for credit on the basis of work/ life experience gained after enrolment in the course. If you are admitted under Rule A you can apply for up to a further 30 credit points of Advanced Standing based on the qualification you used for admission. You can apply for up to a further 72 to 90 credit points of Advanced Standing based on units which are not part of the qualification you used for admission. If you are admitted under Rule B you can apply for up to 126 credit points of Advanced Standing based on units which are not part of the qualification you used for admission. If you are admitted under Rule C you can apply for up to 78 credit points of Advanced Standing based on units which are not part of the qualification you used for admission. Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units: HLTH405 Capstone Project HSSW411 Fieldwork II > Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing