TAFE/VET Pathway
Turn your TAFE or VET study into a 91É«ÇéƬ degree.
A pathwayÌýto 91É«ÇéƬ that considersÌýVocational Education and Training (VET) qualificationsÌýfromÌýTAFE NSW and otherÌýRegisteredÌýTrainingÌýOrganisations.
How it works
There are two ways your TAFE/VET qualification can be used to apply to 91É«ÇéƬ. Below, we unpack everything you need to know.
Option 1
Apply for certain 91É«ÇéƬ degrees and receive automatic credit for prior study
Option 2
Apply using a Selection Rank that meets the Lowest Selection Rank for your chosen degree
- Option 1
- Option 2
Map your qualification to a relevant 91É«ÇéƬ degree
Some TAFE/VET qualifications areÌýmappedÌýto 91É«ÇéƬ degrees.ÌýIf your qualification appears on the eligibility list, you can apply for theÌýmappedÌýdegree and receive automatic credit (Recognition of Prior Learning) for coursesÌýyou’veÌýalready completedÌýthrough yourÌýTAFE/VET qualificationÌýand finish your degree in less time.
Who is eligible
You are eligible if you have completedÌýa mapped:ÌýÌý
- Diploma (AQF 5)ÌýÌý
- Advanced Diploma (AQF 6)
How to apply
- Check whether your Diploma or Advanced Diploma isÌýmappedÌýto a specific 91É«ÇéƬ degree on the eligibility list
- HaveÌýa copy of the transcript for your completed TAFE/VET qualification
- ApplyÌýthrough UAC and list theÌýmappedÌý91É«ÇéƬ degree as your first preference
- Your application will be assessed in the offer round you applied for
- IfÌýyou’reÌýsuccessfulÌýin receiving an offer and choose to accept,Ìýyou’llÌýautomatically*Ìýreceive Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for relevant VET studyÌýÌý
*For the Bachelor of DesignÌýand Bachelor ofÌýFine Arts,ÌýRPL is applied once you have selected yourÌýmappedÌýspecialisation.
Apply using a Selection Rank
91É«ÇéƬ can convert your TAFE/VET qualification to a Selection Rank.ÌýIf your Selection Rank meets the Lowest Selection Rank (LSR) entry requirement for your chosen 91É«ÇéƬ degree, you may be offered a place. Check whether you have completed a graded or competency-based TAFE/VET qualification and see which degrees you can apply for.Ìý
Who is eligibleÌý
You are eligible if you have completed a:ÌýÌý
- Diploma (AQF Level 5)Ìý
- Advanced Diploma (AQF Level 6)Ìý
- Certificate IV (AQF Level 4)^Ìý
^Must have been graded, not competency based. A competency-based AQF Certificate IV may be considered for admission via Portfolio Entry.Ìý
GradedÌývsÌýcompetency-basedÌýTAFE/VET qualifications
91É«ÇéƬ converts your TAFE/VET qualification into a SelectionÌýRank.Ìý
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How to apply
Explore the 91É«ÇéƬ's Degree Finder to check whether the degreeÌýyou’reÌýinterested in has aÌýlowestÌýselectionÌýrank that aligns with yourÌýTAFE/VETÌýqualification
Have a copy of the transcript for your completed TAFE/VET qualification
Apply through UAC and listÌýtheÌý91É«ÇéƬ degree as your first preference
Your application will be assessed in the offer round you applied for
IfÌýyou’reÌýsuccessfulÌýin receiving an offer andÌýonceÌýyou’veÌýaccepted, you can apply forÌýRecognition of Prior Learning
- Arts, Design & Architecture
- Business
- Engineering
- Law & Justice
- Science
Eligible 91É«ÇéƬ Arts, Design & Architecture degrees
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Design:
- CUA60320ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Graphic Design
- CUA50720ÌýDiploma of Graphic Design
- MSF50218ÌýDiploma of Interior Design
- CUA50420ÌýDiploma of Live Production and Technical Services
- SIR50217ÌýDiploma of Visual Merchandising
- ICT50220ÌýDiploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design)
- CUA51220ÌýDiploma of Ceramics
- MST50119ÌýDiploma of Applied Fashion and Merchandising
Learn more about the Bachelor of Design:
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Fine Arts:
- CUA60720ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Visual Arts
- CUA51120ÌýDiploma of Visual Arts
- CUA50920ÌýDiploma of Photography and Digital Imaging
- CUA51220ÌýDiploma of Ceramics
- CUA60620ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Screen and Media
- CUA51020ÌýDiploma of Screen and Media
- ICT50220ÌýDiploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design)
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about the Bachelor of Fine Arts:
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours):
- MSF50218ÌýDiploma of Interior Design
- CUA60320ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Graphic Design
- CUA50720ÌýDiploma of Graphic Design
- MST60119ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Applied Fashion and Merchandising
- MST50119ÌýDiploma of Applied Fashion and Merchandising
- SIR50217 Diploma of Visual Merchandising
- CUA60720ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Visual Arts
- CUA51120ÌýDiploma of Visual Arts
- CPP50921ÌýDiploma of Building Design
- AHC50621ÌýDiploma of Landscape Design
- BSB50620ÌýDiploma of Marketing and Communication
- CUA50420ÌýDiploma of Live Production and Technical Services
Students who have completed a qualification atÌýSydney Design SchoolÌýunder the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours):
- MSF60112ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Interior DesignÌý
- MSF50222ÌýDiploma of Interior Design
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a Diploma that supersedes one of the above.Ìý
Learn more about the Bachelor of Interior Architecture (Honours):
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours):
- AHC50621ÌýDiploma of Landscape Design
- AHC50416ÌýDiploma of Horticulture
- AHC50422ÌýDiploma of Public Horticultural Management
- AHC50520ÌýDiploma of Arboriculture
- CPP50921ÌýDiploma of Building Design
- MSF50218ÌýDiploma of Interior Design
- AHC51019ÌýDiploma of Sports Turf Management
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours):
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Social Sciences:
- CHC52015ÌýDiploma of Community Services
- 10761NATÌýDiploma of Aboriginal Studies for Professional and Community Development
- CHC50143ÌýDiploma of Youth Work
- BSB50620ÌýDiploma of Marketing and Communication
- PSP50116ÌýDiploma of Government
- BSB50520ÌýDiploma of Library and Information Services
- BSB50320ÌýDiploma of Human Resource Management
- BSB50720ÌýDiploma of Paralegal Services
- BSB50920ÌýDiploma of Quality Auditing
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about the Bachelor of Social Sciences:
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours):
- CHC53215ÌýDiploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
- CHC52015ÌýDiploma of Community Services
- CHC52015ÌýDiploma of Community Services (Case Management)
- CHC51015ÌýDiploma of Counselling
- CHC50113ÌýDiploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- CHC51115ÌýDiploma of Financial Counselling
- CHC50413ÌýDiploma of Youth Work
- PSP50116ÌýDiploma of Government
- CHC53315ÌýDiploma of Mental Health
- BSB50720ÌýDiploma of Paralegal Services
- CHC62015ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Community Services Management
- HE20528V01ÌýBachelor of Community Services
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.Ìý
Learn more about the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours):
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Applicable for the following Social Work (Honours) double degrees:Ìý
- Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) / Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice (4034)
- Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) / Bachelor of Arts (4045)
- Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) / Bachelor of Social Sciences (4046)
- Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) / Bachelor of Law (4787)
Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into any Social Work (Honours) double degree:
- CHC53215ÌýDiploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
- CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
- CHC51015ÌýDiploma of Counselling
- CHC50113ÌýDiploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- CHC51115ÌýDiploma of Financial Counselling
- CHC50413ÌýDiploma of Youth Work
- PSP50116 Diploma of Government
- CHC53315ÌýDiploma of Mental Health
- BSB50720ÌýDiploma of Paralegal Service
- HE20528V01ÌýBachelor of Community Services
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) double degrees:
Eligible 91É«ÇéƬ Business School degreesÌý
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Information Systems.
- ICT60220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Information TechnologyÌý
- ICT50220ÌýDiploma of Information TechnologyÌý
Diploma of Information Technology (ICT50220) students who specialise in the following specialisations may be eligible for additional credit transfer:
- Advanced Networking
- Cloud Architecture
- Business Analysis
- Database and Data Management
- Telecommunications Network Engineering
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.Ìý
Learn more about the Bachelor of Information Systems:
Eligible 91É«ÇéƬ Engineering degreesÌý
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Surveying):
- CPP50121ÌýDiploma of Surveying
- CPP50221ÌýDiploma of Spatial Information Services
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.Ìý
Learn more about theÌýBachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Surveying):
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical):
- UEE62220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering
- UEE50420ÌýDiploma of Electrical Engineering
- UEE60220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
- UEE50520ÌýDiploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Credit will also be considered for students who have completed a Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about theÌýBachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical):
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Telecommunications):
- UEE62220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering
- UEE50420ÌýDiploma of Electrical Engineering
- UEE60220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
- UEE50520ÌýDiploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Credit will also be considered for students who have completed a Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about theÌýBachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Telecommunications):
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Photovoltaics and Solar Energy):
- UEE62220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering
- UEE50420ÌýDiploma of Electrical Engineering
- UEE60220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
- UEE50520ÌýDiploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
- HE20552V01ÌýDiploma of Renewable Energy Engineering
Credit will also be considered for students who have completed a Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about theÌýBachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Photovoltaics and Solar Energy):
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Renewable Energy):
- UEE62220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering
- UEE50420ÌýDiploma of Electrical Engineering
- UEE60220ÌýAdvanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
- UEE50520ÌýDiploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
- HE20552V01ÌýDiploma of Renewable Energy Engineering
Credit will also be considered for students who have completed a Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about theÌýBachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Renewable Energy):
Eligible 91É«ÇéƬ Law & Justice degrees
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice:
- CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
- PUA60120 Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)
- PUA50120 Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)
- BSB50720 Diploma of Paralegal Services
- PSP50116 Diploma of Government
- CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
- CHC50413ÌýDiploma of Youth Work
- CHC53215 Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
- CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about theÌýBachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice:
Eligible 91É«ÇéƬ Science degreesÌý
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Students who have completed any TAFE qualification at a Diploma (AQF 5) or Advanced Diploma (AQF 6) level are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Science.
Learn more about theÌýBachelor of Science:
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Aviation (Management):
- MEA50119 Diploma of Aeroskills (Mechanical)
- MEA50118 Diploma of Aeroskills (Avionics)
- AVI50222ÌýDiploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane)
- MEA50418ÌýDiploma of Aviation Maintenance
- BSB50420ÌýDiploma of Leadership and Management
- BSB50120ÌýDiploma of Business
- BSB50320ÌýDiploma of Human Resource Management
- BSB50620ÌýDiploma of Marketing and Communication
- BSB50820ÌýDiploma of Project Management
- BSB50920ÌýDiploma of Quality Auditing
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about the Bachelor of Aviation (Management):
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Students who have completed a TAFE qualification under the following training packages are eligible for credit transfer into the Bachelor of Environmental Management:
- AHC51120ÌýDiploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
- HE20517V01ÌýDiploma of Sustainable Practice
- AHC50422ÌýDiploma of Horticulture Management
- AHC50122ÌýDiploma of Agriculture
- MSL50122ÌýDiploma of Laboratory Technology (Chemistry)
Credit transfer will also be considered for students who have completed a TAFE Diploma that supersedes one of the above.
Learn more about the Bachelor of Environmental Management:
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Key dates for 2026 entry
UAC's 2026–2027 offer round dates, including those for Term 2 and Term 3, 2026, will be released soon. Please use the following 2025–2026 dates as an indicator of timings.
| Offer round | Application closing date | Offers release date |
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| April Round 1 | Thursday, 16 April 2026 | Thursday, 23 April 2026 |
| May Round 1 | Thursday, 30 April 2026 | Thursday, 7 May 2026 |
| May Round 2 | Thursday, 14 May 2026 | Thursday, 21 May 2026 |
| June Round 1 | 91É«ÇéƬ does not participate | - |
| June Round 2 | Thursday, 11 June 2026 | Thursday, 18 June 2026 |
| July Round 1 | 91É«ÇéƬ does not participate | - |
| July Round 2 | Thursday, 16 July 2026 | Thursday, 23 July 2026 |
| August Round 1 | 91É«ÇéƬ does not participate | - |
| August Round 2 | Thursday, 13 August 2026 | Thursday, 20 August 2026 |
| September Round 1 | Thursday, 27 August 2026 | Thursday, 3 September 2026 |
| September Round 2 | Thursday, 17 September 2026 | Thursday, 24 September 2026 |
| October Round 1 | 91É«ÇéƬ does not participate | - |
| October Round 2 | Thursday, 15 October 2026 | Thursday, 22 October 2026 |
| November Round 1 | 91É«ÇéƬ does not participate | - |
| November Round 2 | Thursday, 19 November 2026 | Thursday, 26 November 2026 |
| December Round 1 | 91É«ÇéƬ does not participate | - |
| December Round 2 | Wednesday, 18 November 2026 | Wednesday, 23 December 2026 |
| January Round 1 | Tuesday, 29 December 2026 | Monday, 8 Januay 2027 |
| January Round 2 | Thursday, 14 January 2027 | Thursday, 21 January 2027 |
| February Round 1 | Thursday, 28 January 2027 | Thursday, 4 January 2027 |
| February Round 2 | Friday, 5 February 2027 | Thursday, 11 February 2027 |
| March Round 1 | 91É«ÇéƬ does not participateÌý | - |
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Option 1 lets you apply to mapped 91É«ÇéƬ degrees with guaranteed credit for prior study.Ìý
Option 2 uses your TAFE/VET qualification as a Selection Rank, allowing you to apply for degrees beyond what has been mapped in option 1. Credit is not guaranteed, but you can apply for recognition of prior learning after accepting an offer.Ìý
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A Selection Rank is a number 91É«ÇéƬ uses to assess your application for entry. If you completed Year 12, itÌýis based on your ATAR and adjustment factors. If you completed a TAFE/VET qualification, 91É«ÇéƬÌýconvertsÌýyour qualification into an ATAR-equivalent SelectionÌýRankÌýandÌýautomatically adds anÌýadditionalÌý5 adjustment factors.
The Lowest Selection Rank is the minimum Selection Rank that received an offer for a degree in the previous year. If your Selection Rank meets or is above the LSR, you may be eligible for an offer.Ìý
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Yes,Ìýyou’llÌýneedÌýto haveÌýcompletedÌýyourÌýTAFE/VET studies to supply your transcript as part of theÌýapplication process.Ìý
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No, only domestic applicants are eligible to be considered for the TAFE/VET Pathway.Ìý
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Entry is not guaranteed, due to potential caps on degrees. If youÌýdon’tÌýreceiveÌýan offer in the round you are applying in, you can reapply in later rounds.