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IELTS Academic A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual band less than 6.0

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Tertiary: Successful completion of an AQF 7 Bachelor degree or equivalent

Where standard entry is not able to be met the following criteria for alternative entry will be considered by the Course Coordinator:

• At least 3 years relevant work experience (Specific occupations, workplace settings and industries are more relevant for specific courses and will receive greater weighting in consideration) demonstrating the relevance of the course;
• A record of high achievement in any other qualifications or uncompleted undergraduate qualifications such as Distinction average.

This course is not available to international students. Please enquire online for advice on alternative course options.

Please refer to English Language Requirements

All applicants must have:

• Submitted a completed Project Confirmation Form before submitting an application for entry into the honours course (for more information on the application process see the Project Handbook).
• Completed at least three years of 100% load in M3N, or similar approved course interstate; with credit average, or equivalent.

All applicants must have:

• Submitted a completed Project Confirmation Form before submitting an application for entry into the honours course (for more information on the application process see the Project Handbook).
• Completed at least three years of 100% load in M3N, or similar approved course interstate; with credit average, or equivalent.
• Additionally for international applicants: IELTS (Academic) - Overall 7.0 (target no individual band less than 7.0) - evidence is not required from applicants who have commenced, or completed, the MBBS at UTAS within the last 5 years.

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Enquire online for advice on the application process and the available pathways to study at UTAS.

Applicants must have:

• Submitted a completed Project Confirmation Form before submitting an application for entry into the honours course (for more information on the application process see the Project Handbook).

• Completion of a Bachelor of Medical Research from the University of Tasmania, or an equivalent qualification (AQF7 or above) from this or another institution.

• Applicants are normally expected to have obtained a GPA of at least 5.0.

Meeting minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee entry to the Bachelor of Medical Research with Honours as all offers are subject to supervisor and project availability.

Admission to Honours courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects and the English language requirements to be eligible for an offer. Admission is conditional on research project and supervisor availability.

English Language Requirements

For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

Course Specific Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Submitted a completed Project Confirmation Form before submitting an application for entry into the honours course (for more information on the application process see the Project Handbook).
• Completion of a Bachelor of Medical Research from the University of Tasmania, or an equivalent qualification (AQF7 or above) from this or another institution.
  • Applicants are normally expected to have obtained a GPA of at least 5.0.
• International Applicants must submit evidence of having IELTS (Academic) - 6.5 with no individual band less than 6.0
  • Evidence is not required from applicants who have completed the BMedRes at UTAS within the last 5 years

Meeting minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee entry to the Bachelor of Medical Research with Honours as all offers are subject to supervisor and project availability.

To be admitted to study the Master of Marine and Antarctic Science you must have a Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science or Graduate Diploma in Marine and Antarctic Science from the University of Tasmania, or an equivalent qualification from an Australian university. An example of an equivalent qualification is a Bachelor of Science with a major in life sciences (such as biology, environmental science, zoology, plant science, marine biology, ecology etc).

In addition, specifically for the Governance and Policy specialisation, students may be admitted with a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from an Australian university in a governance and policy field with evidence of completion of units at undergraduate level that are related to life sciences.

Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer.

English Language Requirements

For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

English Language Requirements are: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)

Course Specific Requirements

To be admitted to study the Master of Marine and Antarctic Science you must have a Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science or Graduate Diploma in Marine and Antarctic Science from the University of Tasmania, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary education institution. An example of an equivalent qualification is a Bachelor of Science with a major in life sciences (such as biology, environmental science, zoology, plant science, marine biology, ecology etc).

In addition, specifically for the Governance and Policy specialisation, students may be admitted with a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a governance and policy field from a recognised tertiary education institution with evidence of completion of units at undergraduate level that are related to life sciences.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Please note the closing time and date for receipt of applications for first-round offers is 11:59PM (AEDST) Thursday 30th November 2023. Applications submitted after this date will only be assessed and offers made if places remain.

Admission to the Master of Physiotherapy is highly competitive and achieving the entry requirements does not guarantee an offer for this course.

Applicants who meet the entry requirements are ranked and offers are made based on the number of places available.

This course uses a minimum credit average GPA requirement for prior tertiary education and equivalent ranks as part of the admission process.

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor or Master degree (other than Physiotherapy) from an Australian university in the last 10 years, having completed the equivalent of:

• two units (25 credit points) of human physiology, ideally including exercise physiology
• two units (25 credit points) of human anatomy, including detailed musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological anatomy
• one unit (12.5 credit points) of study in psychology, and
• one unit (12.5 credit points) of study in research methods and/or evidence-based practice.

Bachelor degree in study fields such as exercise science, biomedical or other health science is recommended.

Applicants requiring additional study to meet prerequisites should see 50G Undergraduate Certificate in Allied Health

SAFETY IN PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS

This course includes compulsory Professional Experience Placements. You must meet the College of Health and Medicine's Safety in Practice Requirements before census date of the first semester of your course. The safety in practice requirements are completed separately to the course admission application.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Please note the closing time and date for receipt of applications for first-round offers is 11:59PM (AEDST) Thursday 30 November 2023. Applications submitted after this date will only be assessed and offers made if places remain.

English Language Requirements

IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.5 overall and a minimum score of 6.5 in each individual band OR successful* completed a minimum of 12 months of full time (or equivalent) studies undertaken at institutions in Australia, UK, US, Singapore, Canada or NZ within the previous 24 months.

* Good academic progress must have been made with passes in more than 50% of enrolment in any given semester

The IELTS result must be no older than two years and six months at the expected course commencement date.

All Other Requirements

Admission to the Master of Physiotherapy is highly competitive and achieving the entry requirements does not guarantee an offer for this course.

Applicants who meet the entry requirements are ranked and offers are made based on the number of places available.

This course uses a minimum credit average GPA requirement for prior tertiary education and equivalent ranks as part of the admission process.

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor or Master degree (other than Physiotherapy) from an Australian university or equivalent in the last 10 years, having completed the equivalent of:

• two units (25 credit points) of human physiology, ideally including exercise physiology
• two units (25 credit points) of human anatomy, including detailed musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological anatomy
• one unit (12.5 credit points) of study in psychology, and
• one unit (12.5 credit points) of study in research methods and/or evidence-based practice.

Bachelor degree in study fields such as exercise science, biomedical or other health science is recommended.

SAFETY IN PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS

This course includes compulsory Professional Experience Placements. You must meet the College of Health and Medicine's Safety in Practice Requirements before census date of the first semester of your course. The safety in practice requirements are completed separately to the course admission application.

Please refer to English Language Requirements

Please refer to English Language Requirements

IELTS Academic A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no individual band less than 5.5

IELTS Academic A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual band less than 6.0

Please note: The closing time and date for the receipt of applications for admission to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) in 2024 is 11.59pm on 30 September 2023 (AEDT). Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

Further information regarding applying for the Master of Psychology (Clinical) degree can be found in the 2024 Postgraduate Psychology FAQs.

Applications for the Master of Psychology (Clinical) program are only accepted from those applicants:

• who have completed, or will complete, a four year Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited sequence in psychology within the last 10 years, and
• who have attained a minimum entrance requirement of an Upper Second Class Honours (2A) psychology degree or equivalent, and
• who are eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia as a provisional psychologist

Please note the following:

Those applicants who have not completed a four year APAC- accredited sequence in psychology, must have their qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and provide the resulting assessment report from the APS with their application. For information on how to do this and the fees associated with this service refer to the APS. The assessment report must state that the applicant's qualifications are comparable to a four year APAC- accredited sequence in psychology. Applicants must also provide a letter from their University indicating that their fourth year qualification is equivalent to an upper second class Honours degree.

Students who have completed a three year plus a fourth year APAC-accredited sequence without Honours grading need to provide a letter from their University indicating that their fourth year qualification is equivalent to an upper second class Honours degree.

Applicants should note that meeting minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee entry to the program. Each year the number of applicants greatly exceeds the number of available places. A competitive entry process is followed. Applications need to be submitted on-line through the University of Tasmania Admissions website by the end of September. All applicants must satisfy the School of Psychological Sciences that they are suitable candidates for professional training in psychology. Short-listed applicants will be required to attend an interview in November.

If you are accepted into an accredited postgraduate psychology program in Australia you will need to obtain Provisional Registration from the Psychology Board of Australia in order to commence the degree. The minimum educational requirement for Provisional Registration in Australia is an accredited four year sequence of study. Please be aware that Provisional Registration for Psychologists will require successful applicants to disclose the following:

• Any criminal history (both National and International where applicable)
• Any impairment that is likely to detrimentally affect your capacity to practise as a psychologist
• If your registration in any profession is currently suspended or has been cancelled in Australia or overseas

Professional Experience Placement Requirements

SAFETY IN PRACTICE COMPLIANCE

This course includes compulsory Professional Experience Placements. You must meet the College of Health and Medicine's Safety in Practice Requirements before census date of the first semester of your course. The safety in practice requirements are completed separately to the course admission application.

Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer.

English Language Requirements

Evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

Course Specific Requirements

Please note: The closing time and date for the receipt of applications for admission to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) in 2024 is 11.59pm on 30 September 2023 (AEDT). Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

Further information regarding applying for the Master of Psychology (Clinical) degree can be found in the 2024 Postgraduate Psychology FAQs.

Applications for the Master of Psychology (Clinical) program are only accepted from those applicants:

• who have completed, or will complete, a four year Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited sequence in psychology within the last 10 years, and
• who have attained a minimum entrance requirement of an Upper Second Class Honours (2A) psychology degree or equivalent, and
• who are eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia as a provisional psychologist

Please note the following:

Those applicants who have not completed a four year APAC- accredited sequence in psychology, must have their qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and provide the resulting assessment report from the APS with their application. For information on how to do this and the fees associated with this service refer to the APS. The assessment report must state that the applicant's qualifications are comparable to a four year APAC- accredited sequence in psychology. Applicants must also provide a letter from their University indicating that their fourth year qualification is equivalent to an upper second class Honours degree.

Students who have completed a three year plus a fourth year APAC-accredited sequence without Honours grading need to provide a letter from their University indicating that their fourth year qualification is equivalent to an upper second class Honours degree.

Applicants should note that meeting minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee entry to the program. Each year the number of applicants greatly exceeds the number of available places. A competitive entry process is followed. Applications need to be submitted on-line through the University of Tasmania Admissions website by the end of September. All applicants must satisfy the School of Psychological Sciences that they are suitable candidates for professional training in psychology. Short-listed applicants will be required to attend an interview in November.

If you are accepted into an accredited postgraduate psychology program in Australia you will need to obtain Provisional Registration from the Psychology Board of Australia in order to commence the degree. The minimum educational requirement for Provisional Registration in Australia is an accredited four year sequence of study. Please be aware that Provisional Registration for Psychologists will require successful applicants to disclose the following:

Any criminal history (both National and International where applicable)
Any impairment that is likely to detrimentally affect your capacity to practise as a psychologist
If your registration in any profession is currently suspended or has been cancelled in Australia or overseas
Overseas applicants will also need to provide proof of English language proficiency. The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has specified that it is mandatory for all graduates seeking registration with the Psychology Board of Australia to demonstrate that they have achieved an overall IELTS score of 7.0 (academic module) with a minimum score of 7 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking). Test results will generally need to have been obtained within the two years preceding the application for registration.

For more information about registration requirements for overseas applicants refer to the Psychology Board of Australia.

Professional Experience Placement Requirements

SAFETY IN PRACTICE COMPLIANCE

This course includes compulsory Professional Experience Placements. You must meet the College of Health and Medicine's Safety in Practice Requirements before census date of the first semester of your course. The safety in practice requirements are completed separately to the course admission application.

Applicants must have successfully completed a first degree in Biochemistry, a Medical Science, or Health Science or other related discipline, with a minimum GPA of 5.0 on a 7.0 scale.

Within their completed degree, applicants must have successfully completed study in:

• Biochemistry,
• Physiology, and
• Immunology.

SAFETY IN PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS

All students enrolling in College of Health and Medicine programs which include a Professional Experience Placement component, laboratory and/or field activity are required to establish and maintain their capacity to practice safely via Safety in Practice Requirements documentation. Please note, students in Laboratory Medicine courses are required to either provide evidence of immunity to Hepatitis B or administration of at least the first dose of a three dose course of Hepatitis B vaccination, by the start of the second week of their degree. Students must bring all documentation relating to Hepatitis B vaccination and immunity (in English) with them when they commence the course. Details on Hepatitis B vaccination and immunity can be found here.

Applicants must have successfully completed a first degree in Biochemistry, a Medical Science, or Health Science or other related discipline, with a minimum GPA of 5.0 on a 7.0 scale.

Within their completed degree, applicants must have successfully completed study in:

• Biochemistry,
• Physiology, and
• Immunology.

IELTS (Academic) - 6.5 average with no individual band less than 6.5. We will accept comparable scores from equivalent English language tests.

SAFETY IN PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS

All students enrolling in College of Health and Medicine programs which include a Professional Experience Placement component, laboratory and/or field activity are required to establish and maintain their capacity to practice safely via Safety in Practice Requirements documentation. Please note, students in Laboratory Medicine courses are required to either provide evidence of immunity to Hepatitis B or administration of at least the first dose of a three dose course of Hepatitis B vaccination, by the start of the second week of their degree. Students must bring all documentation relating to Hepatitis B vaccination and immunity (in English) with them when they commence the course. Details on Hepatitis B vaccination and immunity can be found here.

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you're not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Enquire online for advice on the application process and the available pathways to study.

Applicants are ranked by ATAR and offers made based on the number of places available. In 2022, the lowest ATAR to receive an offer into this course was 69.7 The lowest ATAR to receive an offer may change from year to year based on the number of applications we receive

If you do not receive the minimum ATAR please refer to Alternative entry pathways below.

To be eligible for an offer, you must have:

• Completed a course at Diploma level or higher at any Australian higher education provider (or an equivalent overseas qualification); or
• Completed at least two units of study (equivalent to 25 UTAS credit points) of a course at Diploma level (or an equivalent overseas qualification). If you have failed any units your application may be subject to further review before an offer is made; or
• Completed the UTAS Diploma of University Studies; or
• Competed the UTAS University Preparation Program, or an equivalent enabling program offered by another Australian university.

To be eligible for an offer, you must have:

• completed a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma (or an equivalent qualification) in any field.

If you have not successfully completed senior secondary, tertiary or TAFE/VET study, but have relevant work and life experience you can complete a personal competency statement.

If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors, including economic hardship, serious medical condition or disability.

We can only approve applications for special consideration where we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.

This course includes compulsory field placements. In order to participate in field placements, all students must:

• obtain a Tasmania Police Schedule 1 National Police Record Check and Working with Vulnerable Persons and Children Check; and
• complete a Safety in Practice Agreement

All international students will need to meet the minimum English Language Requirements, University General Entry Requirements and any course specific requirements such as pre-requisite subjects, if applicable.

This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 7.0, with no individual band less than 7.0. No equivalent tests accepted for this course.

Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12th year of education in Australia.

Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. The ATAR information for this course is located in the "For Domestic Students" section of the entry requirements on this page.

You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:

• Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above
• Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Bachelor level or higher

If you do not meet the minimum requirements, we offer the Foundation Studies Program.

This course includes compulsory field placements. In order to participate in field placements, all students must:

• obtain a Tasmania Police Schedule 1 National Police Record Check and Working with Vulnerable Persons and Children Check; and
• complete a Safety in Practice Agreement

If you're interested in studying the Master of Teaching you'll need to meet the following requirements:

Domestic Students

The minimum entry requirements, for all students, is the completion of a Bachelor's degree in a non-education discipline at an approved tertiary education institute.

Additional pre-requisites:

Primary teaching proficiency

Your initial degree should contain a major or equivalent in one of the available teaching proficiency areas.

Secondary teaching specialisation

Completion of the secondary teaching stream requires two teaching specialisations. The first teaching specialisation requires a major or equivalent in one of the available teaching specialisations. The second teaching specialisation requires at least a minor or equivalent, including at least two units at second year (Intermediate) level or above. Some specialisations, such as Science, will required a major or equivalent.

More detail regarding proficiency and specialisation requirements can be found below under "Entry Requirements".

Not sure how your major and curriculum areas match up? Contact us to discuss your options.

Additional units

If your initial degree does not meet the requirements of a proficiency or specialisation, you may be offered the opportunity to complete additional undergraduate units either prior to or concurrently with your Master of Teaching in order to meet the requirements. Your offer letter will specify any additional units you will need to complete.

Non-Academic Capability Assessment Tool (NACAT)

All applicants are required to provide a non-academic personal statement which is used to assist in the selection of students into all Initial Teacher Education (ITE) courses at the University of Tasmania.

This statement is submitted through the Non-Academic Capability Assessment Tool (NACAT) after you have completed your application and is used in conjunction with your ATAR score (or equivalent alternative entry.) All applicants must satisfactorily complete the NACAT before they will be provided with an offer into the course.

Instructions on submitting your statement and completing the NACAT are provided during the application process.

Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teaching Education (LANTITE).

Commencing students must attempt the LANTITE in their first year of study and are required to successfully complete the LANTITE prior to undertaking their final Professional Experience Placement.

Primary proficiencies:

Secondary: First teaching area

Secondary: Second Teaching area:

International Students

In addition to the entry requirements listed above, international students who are nationals of a country where English is NOT the official language, evidence of an IELTS or TOEFL test must be provided. The Master of Teaching requires an (IELTS) average of 7.5 with no band lower than 7.0 and Listening and Speaking at 8.0.

Refer to more information at International future students.

Additional pre-requisites:

Primary teaching proficiency

Your initial degree should contain a major or equivalent in one of the available teaching proficiency areas.

Secondary teaching specialisation

Completion of the secondary teaching stream requires two teaching specialisations. The first teaching specialisation requires a major or equivalent in one of the available teaching specialisations. The second teaching specialisation requires at least a minor or equivalent, including at least two units at second year (Intermediate) level or above. Some specialisations, such as Science, will required a major or equivalent.

More detail regarding proficiency and specialisation requirements can be found below under "Entry Requirements".

Not sure how your major and curriculum areas match up? Contact us to discuss your options.

Additional units

If your initial degree does not meet the requirements of a proficiency or specialisation, you may be offered the opportunity to complete additional undergraduate units either prior to or concurrently with your Master of Teaching in order to meet the requirements. Your offer letter will specify any additional units you will need to complete.

Non-Academic Capability Assessment Tool (NACAT)

All applicants are required to provide a non-academic personal statement which is used to assist in the selection of students into all Initial Teacher Education (ITE) courses at the University of Tasmania.

This statement is submitted through the Non-Academic Capability Assessment Tool (NACAT) after you have completed your application and is used in conjunction with your ATAR score (or equivalent alternative entry.) All applicants must satisfactorily complete the NACAT before they will be provided with an offer into the course.

Instructions on submitting your statement and completing the NACAT are provided during the application process.

Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teaching Education.

Commencing students must attempt the LANTITE in their first year of study and are required to successfully complete the LANTITE prior to undertaking their final Professional Experience Placement.

Primary proficiencies:

Secondary: First teaching area

Secondary: Second Teaching area:

The training package does not have any entry requirement, but NIET's specific course entry requirements are:

Education

• "Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification in related fields of study and 3 years' equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a significant level of leadership and management responsibility and/or complexity in an enterprise; or
  Have completed a Bachelor degree in related fields of study and 2 years' equivalent full time relevant workplace experience at a significant level of leadership and management responsibility and/or complexity in an enterprise; or
  Have five years' equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a significant level of leadership and management responsibility and/or complexity in an enterprise.
  English"

English

• IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent
  Pass NIET LLN test