To be eligible for this course, students must be at least 17 years of age.<p><strong>Entry requirements – Domestic students with prior higher education study</strong><p>Applicants must demonstrate satisfactory literacy and numeracy skills and complete a literacy and numeracy assessment prior to commencement. The full academic record will be considered, and full or partial completion of a Bachelor degree may meet academic prerequisites. Applicants must attend an interview, provide certified copies of qualifications, and may be considered for advanced standing on a case-by-case basis.<p><strong>Entry requirements – Domestic students with prior VET study</strong><p>Completion of an Australian Diploma or Advanced Diploma (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline will be considered. Applicants must meet literacy and numeracy requirements, complete an assessment prior to commencement, attend an interview, provide certified copies of qualifications, and may be assessed for advanced standing on a case-by-case basis.<p><strong>Entry requirements – Domestic students with work and life experience</strong><p>Applicants must meet literacy and numeracy requirements and complete a pre-course assessment. Applicants who left secondary school more than two years ago may be considered based on professional experience, community involvement or non-formal tertiary preparation programs. An interview, certified documentation, and case-by-case assessment for advanced standing are required.<p><strong>Entry requirements – Domestic recent secondary students</strong><p>Applicants must meet literacy and numeracy requirements, complete a pre-course assessment, and have successfully completed Year 12 (VCE or equivalent). An interview and certified copies of qualifications are required.