Access Monash The AV of Applying for University

Access Monash The A-V of Applying for University in 2016 Sam Driscoll 5 th August 2015 monash. edu

Entry Schemes

Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) § SEAS provides consideration for students whose opportunity to demonstrate their potential may have been restricted due to their circumstances § Once you have submitted your VTAC course application you can submit a SEAS application via your VTAC User Account on the VTAC website § Your SEAS application is assessed by VTAC then information is provided to all the institutions on your preference list

How does SEAS work? § SEAS adjusts the ATAR of eligible students through bonus points added to aggregate score § SEAS bonus points can’t be used to improve individual subject study scores – you must still meet all score prerequisites § Maximum SEAS bonus is different for each university § Check Monash SEAS calculator for an estimate www. monash. edu. au/seas

SEAS Categories explained 1. Personal information and location Includes mature age consideration, recognition as an Indigenous Australian, home or school location, gender, non-English speaking background and under-represented schools. Each university has its own list of under-represented schools. 2. Difficult circumstances Covers circumstances that have affected your education. Includes refugee status, long term illness of family member, death in family, and abusive living environment. You must explain the circumstances, the duration and how they have impacted your ability to study.

SEAS Categories explained 3. Disadvantaged financial background If you’re on Centrelink (Youth Allowance or Health Care Card) you must provide your own Centrelink Customer Reference Number (CRN). If your parents are on Centrelink you must provide hard copy documents. If you don’t receive Centrelink benefits you can provide an impact statement. Must have statement of support. 4. Disability or medical condition Covers any illness or disability that has affected your education. You must explain the circumstances, the duration and how they have impacted your ability to study.

Supporting Documents – Centrelink Benefits § If statement is not in your name, write your relationship to person on statement § If your name is included as a dependent, detail your relationship

How do I complete the Impact Statement? § Outline your circumstances and how they have negatively affected your education § Doesn’t need to be long – just include the relevant points § Include dates/duration and link to impact on studies (eg. missed 4 weeks of class) § Poor impact statements include: – Blank statements – ‘See my scholarships application’ – ‘See above’ – ‘Contact me for details’

What about the Statement of Support? § Statements should be brief, to the point and reinforce your impact statement – evidence is key § Poor statements: – ‘Call me for more details’ – ‘The student has told me’ – ‘I verify what [student] has written’ – Vague – does not mention the circumstances – Generic – does not differentiate between impact on each student when a group has been affected § Responsible person – doctor, teacher, counsellor – must be able to confirm your circumstances § Ensure documents are legible!

The Monash Guarantee § Your potential to succeed at university is about more than just your ATAR § Categories: – Financially disadvantaged – Indigenous Australians – From a Monash under-represented school § A guaranteed place at Monash or a guaranteed interview/audition § Guaranteed ATARs starting from 70. 00 monash. edu/guaranteedentry Carrum Downs SC is on the Monash under -represented school list, so you are all eligible for this scheme

The Monash Guarantee – Eligibility § Be completing VCE or IB this year § Satisfy the criteria for financial disadvantage OR attend a Monash listed under-represented school OR be an Indigenous Australian § Meet the guaranteed ATAR for your preferred course § Satisfy all course prerequisites and extra requirements such as the UMAT, portfolio, interview or audition § Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or permanent humanitarian visa

How the Monash Guarantee Works § Caroline thinks she will get an ATAR of 90 and wants to study Biomedical Science. She knows that last year the clearly-in ATAR for this course was 95. 50. § Caroline is on Youth Allowance so she is eligible for the Monash Guarantee under the category of financial disadvantage. Caroline has completed a SEAS application and provided her CCRN. § She will get an offer for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science as this course is included under the Monash Guarantee with an ATAR of 88.

Other Pathways

What if I don’t get into my dream course? § Consider other pathways! All universities offer a range of pathway programs as an alternative to direct entry § When you successfully complete the pathway program and meet the entry requirements, you can gain entry into your course of choice – sometimes with credit § Visit university Change of Preference sessions to get further advice following release of results § Monash Change of Preference Information Session – Wednesday 16 December 2015

Monash Pathways Secure your future with a pathway into Monash: § Diploma of Tertiary Studies (Do. TS) § Diploma of Higher Education (Do. HE) § Monash College diplomas – scholarships available § Transfer from another university course after first year § TAFE qualifications

Diploma of Tertiary Studies (Do. TS) § § One year program that allows you to study towards a Monash degree Take 6 first year units from your preferred stream + 2 introductory units On successful completion, enter into second year of a range of Monash degrees Entry requirements: – Year 12 with ATAR of 50. 00 OR a recognised graded TAFE Cert IV with 70% average OR a recognised graded TAFE Diploma with 60% average – VCE Units 3/4 – study score of 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in English – Supplementary form Stream Berwick Peninsula Business Administration Business Education Nursing

Diploma of Higher Education (Do. HE) § One-year alternative entry program similar to Do. TS § Taught at Clayton campus § On successful completion, enter into second year of a Monash degree depending on your stream: – Bachelor of Science – Bachelor of Education (Honours) and Bachelor of Science § Entry requirements: – Year 12 with ATAR of 65. 00 OR a recognised graded TAFE Cert IV with 70% average OR a recognised graded TAFE Diploma with 65% average – VCE Units 3/4 – study score of 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in English – Supplementary form

Scholarships

Monash Scholarships § Merit scholarships: – Selection based on ATAR – No application required § Equity scholarships: – Apply through VTAC – provide supporting documentation – You can use the same Statement of Support as for your SEAS application – Categories include: • Experiencing financial disadvantage • Indigenous Australian descent • Recent refugees • Experiencing difficult circumstances • From regional and remote areas • Have a disability or medical condition • Attended an under-represented school

Demonstrating your Scholarship Eligibility § Financial disadvantage: – Identify family structure (marital status, living arrangements, children) – Identify if you or your parents receive a Centrelink benefit – Statement about family income and the number of people this income supports only required if NOT receiving a Centrelink benefit § Community and leadership experience: – Think about all aspects of your life including school and any community involvement § Scholarship benefit: – Explain how the scholarship will assist you financially, socially and academically

Other Equity Scholarships and Bursaries Monash Scholarship for Excellence and Equity – ATAR 95+ – Experiencing financial disadvantage – 130 available @ $6000/year Monash University Support Bursary – Experiencing disadvantage – 250+ available @ $3000/year Monash Rural Housing Bursary – Living in rural area and experiencing financial disadvantage – 48 available @ $6000/year Monash Uni. Start Bursary – Guaranteed for all commencing students experiencing financial disadvantage – Minimum $500 one-off payment

Monash Community Leaders Scholarship ATAR: 90. 00+ Value: $4, 000 for one year (you can reapply each year) For: Domestic students who demonstrate commitment to contributing positively to the community How to apply: You must apply to become an Access Monash Ambassador – www. monash. edu/access

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