Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Admission Scheme

Please Note:

Thank you for your interest in our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Scheme at the University of Newcastle. As of Friday 4th December 2020, at 11:59PM, our applications have closed for 2021. If you have not been made an offer, we may be in contact with you in January to take part in a final round as required.

For further information please contact the Wollotuka Institute.

Video: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Entry Scheme

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Scheme can improve your chances of admission into the University of Newcastle.

Through the scheme, applications are assessed for admission to all undergraduate programs other than the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine – Joint Medical Program.

The scheme is administered by the Wollotuka Institute and the University of Newcastle Admissions team.

Assessment for entry is coordinated by the Wollotuka Institute in conjunction with faculties and schools across the University.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Scheme enables applicants to be assessed on any formal qualifications, life experiences and other transferable skills that support your application.

Interviews for offers to study in Semester 1 2021, will take place from October 2020 through to January 2021. Interview dates will be allocated upon the competition of your application.

_{(The UAC applies to NSW and ACT, please see alternative admission schemes for your state.)}

How to apply

Entry into the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Scheme involves a three-step process.

Step one

Complete an application to the Universities Admission Centre (UAC) and submit – please make a note of your UAC ID number.

While completing your UAC application, please remember to identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student and select the University of Newcastle as your first preference.

Please ensure you click 'Yes' under the Alternative entry section of the UAC application to be considered for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Scheme.

Go to UAC

Step two

Using your UAC ID number, complete the University of Newcastle Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Scheme form and submit.

Step three

You will be contacted within 10-14 business days with information about the interview process from a representative from the Wollotuka Institute.

Entry through this program considers the applicant’s relevant life, work, educational and training experiences, in addition to any formal qualifications.

The interview ensures applicants are selecting the most appropriate course.

Contact us

For further information, please contact the Wollotuka Institute.

Phone: (02) 4921 6863

Email: wollotuka@newcastle.edu.au

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.