University Entrance

A minimum of four TASC Level 3 or 4 subjects is required to qualify for university admission but most students study at least five over the two years to gain a good ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) score. Of these, at least three must have been gained in Year 12. It is recommended that students wishing to go to university consider studying at least two TASC Level 3 or 4 subjects in Year 11 and four TASC Level 3 or 4 subjects in Year 12. The rank is calculated automatically for those students in Year 12 who meet the requirements. It is based on a student's best results. Students hoping to gain an ATAR will also need to have completed the requirements for the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE).

Enrolling In Level 3 and 4 (Pre-Tertiary) Subjects
These subjects are demanding. The following outlines what you need to consider to help you make appropriate and realistic selections.

It is recommended that you have achieved an A/B rating in the relevant Australian Curriculum subjects by the end of Year 10 in order to study Level 3 and 4 subjects in Year 11.

If you achieve a C in the Australian Curriculum, you will need to check with your high school teachers and Hellyer College counsellors. A positive attitude and excellent work habits may get you through in some subjects. Refer to individual subject recommendations in the subject grid for further information.

Students who are successful in Level 3 and 4 subjects:

• work hard
• ask for help
• attend tutorials
• are prepared to do homework
• take care in the presentation of their work
• are prepared to catch up on any work missed

University Connections Program

The University Connections Program and University High Achievers Program offer our students the opportunity to study first year level University of Tasmania (UTAS) studies at Hellyer College. Some of these course are offered entirely at Hellyer College, some at UTAS Cradle Coast Campus and others are offered alongside existing classes, with additional off campus workshops and learning experiences. All year 11 and 12 students are eligible. Further discussion is encouraged with College Assistant Principals if students are interested in further information. Course offerings are listed in the following pages.

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University College (Burnie Campus)

Students who have achieved their TCE gain direct entry into this program. Students who complete one year gain a Diploma, two years an Associate Degree (University College) and can transfer to UTAS for a final year and gain a Bachelor degree (UTAS).

Other Universities

Students intending to apply for entry into mainland universities must check the relevant websites and handbooks. A pre-tertiary (TASC Level 3) English is compulsory for entrance into some mainland universities. Be aware that there may be different prerequisites for entry into other universities. Our staff will assist you in this process.

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Vocational programs enable students to begin their industry training at the College. Many of these courses involve work placements which use on-the-job training. Students who satisfactorily complete these courses will gain nationally recognised qualifications. On completion, students may gain employment or an apprenticeship or continue with higher level courses at another registered training organisation.

VET programs do not contribute to the ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank).

Note: In some programs part or all of the course may be undertaken at another school campus within the Hellyer Regional Collective.

Australian School Based Apprenticeship (ASBA)

Students who currently hold a school based apprenticeship need to inform their College course counsellor, as adjustments may need to be made to their timetable to support the requirements of the ASBA.