Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Policy

Document Number000796
Date Approved19 August 2008

1.      Introduction 

The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is an entry option to some programs within the University of Newcastle. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a series of related tests designed to assess a range of competencies commonly considered important for success in tertiary study.

2.      Programs Accepting STAT

Although the University of Newcastle accepts STAT Multiple Choice results, STAT is not accepted for admissions purposes by all Faculties/Programs within the University.

The following programs accept the STAT as a possible means of entry:

Faculty of Business and Law

Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Commerce

Faculty of Education and Arts

Bachelor of Aboriginal Studies
Bachelors of Arts
Bachelor of Education
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching
Bachelors of Fine Art
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Arts
Bachelors of Social Science
Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Design and Technology
Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies
Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Fine Art
Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Teaching / Bachelor of Science 

Bachelor of Theology

Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment

Bachelor of Construction Management (Building)
Bachelor of Design (Architecture)

Faculty of Health

Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Oral Health

3. Currency

There is no time limit on the acceptance of this qualification for admission to the programs listed above.

Related Documents

UAC Website  www.uac.edu.au

Approval AuthorityAcademic Senate
Date Approved19 August 2008
Date for Review1 August 2011
Policy Contact PositionManager, Admissions and Enrolments
Amendment HistoryUpdated under delegated authority by President of Academic Senate 1 August 2008.