Avondale University
Full-time: 0.5 year, Part-time: Equivalent years
A free university preparation course for school leavers without ATAR or with insufficient entry scores. Develop essential tertiary literacy, communication, and academic skills while earning guaranteed entry and credit into Avondale undergraduate degrees.
Applicants must be 18 years or older and not a current Year 12 student. Entry requirements include: a selection rank of at least 45 (ATAR plus adjustment factors), minimum 24 points in International Baccalaureate, New Zealand NCEA Level 3, an Avondale-approved entrance exam score, or a Senior Secondary Certificate. Alternatively, applicants may have completed a VET Certificate III, attended university previously, completed overseas qualifications, or have relevant work and life experience. International students must meet Australian government student visa requirements and demonstrate English language proficiency (IELTS or equivalent).
The course consists of 4 units totaling 24 credit points. Core units include: Foundations of Wellbeing (WHPE10101), The Art of Scholarship (ARTS11110), and Tertiary Writing (GSTL15000). Students select 2 elective units from any 100-level units in their proposed area of study at Avondale University. The curriculum focuses on developing tertiary literacy skills, written and verbal communication, research capabilities, critical thinking, problem-solving, and academic skills necessary for success in university-level study.
Avondale University is a member of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist system of universities and colleges, providing quality Christian education. The university offers personalized one-on-one support to help students develop essential academic skills. Students who complete a minimum of three units receive guaranteed entry and credit into Avondale undergraduate degrees, with the flexibility to study full-time or part-time, on campus or online.
Upon successful completion of a minimum of three units, graduates receive guaranteed entry and credit into Avondale undergraduate degrees including Teaching, Arts, Business, Ministry and Theology, Nursing, and Science programs. Graduates develop the foundational skills necessary to succeed in bachelor's degree programs and beyond, with the option to graduate with the Undergraduate Certificate in University Preparation upon completion of all four units.
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