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Applying to QTAC 2021/22
What is QTAC? A not-for-profit organisation Owned by seven Queensland universitiesWhat do we do? Provide information about tertiary study and coursesProcess and assess approximately 75,000 applications per yearMake offers in over 1800 undergraduate courses on behalf of 17 institutionsCalculate and award ATARs.QTAC is here to help match applicants with an opportunity that is right for them.
QTAC makes offers on behalf of these institutions
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ADMISSION CRITERIA5
Admissions CriteriaAdmissions rules vary: Institutions determine their ownadmissions rules and QTACimplements them Rules are applied consistentlywithin institutions, but ruleschange from institution toinstitution
EligibilityHave you met the minimumentry requirement?System moves tothe next preferenceSystem beginsto check meritMeritIs your rank above theminimum?Application goes on to competewith all other applicants on thebasis of rankSystem moves tothe next preference
What are the eligibilityrequirements?They may include: Age requirementsSubject prerequisitesPortfolio, audition or interviews*Essays or personal statements*Questionnaires or exams* (medicine anddentistry may require UCAT)* Check early closing dates
How is merit determined?Applications are allocated ranks based on theirassessable qualifications.These assessable qualifications may include: Year 12 OP and ATARs Overseas Year 12 qualifications Tertiary study – Bachelor/Masters (min 2subjects required) Completed AQF qualifications (Cert 3 and 4) Diploma, Advanced Diplomas Music, dance, drama qualifications Bridging and preparatory coursesDon’t forgetNot all QTAC applicants are 2021Year 12 school leavers
ATAR FOR TERTIARY ENTRY10
What is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)?Primary mechanism used nationally for tertiary admissions.Indicates a student’s position relative to other students.2,000 point scale from 99.95 down to 0.00.ATARs less than 30.00 are reported as ‘30 or less’.Queensland ATAR is calculated by QTAC for entry into tertiary courses.Is the standard pathway to tertiary study in QLD.
The Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) and the ATAR(Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) are different and have adifferent purpose.For questions about the QCE,including assessment and subjectresults, please contact QCAA(Queensland Curriculum &Assessment Authority) atwww.qcaa.edu.auQCEATARCertifies learning, showing theindividual has achieved a specificstandard of education at seniorschooling level and may beconsidered by employers and thegeneral community.Tells us about a student’s position (orranking) compared to all otherstudents in the state. The onlyintended purpose for the ATAR is toassist with selecting applicants fortertiary study.
ATAR Eligibility Requirements5 GeneralSubjectsOR4 GeneralSubjects pluseither: Appliedsubject CompletedCertificate IIIor HigherLevel VETQualification
English – CompulsorySubjectStudents must successfully complete one ofthe following: English English as an Additional Language English & Literature Extension Literature Essential EnglishSuccessfully complete ‘C’ lettergrade or higher.No specific subjects are mandatedinclusionsin the ATAR.Don’t forgetNot all QTAC applicants are 2020Year 12 school leavers
How is VET included in the ATAR?Each VET qualification levelhas a single scaled scorethat can be included in thestudent’s ATAR.For example, Cert III inHospitality and Cert III inLab Skills will have the samescaled score, regardless ofduration or content.It is expected that a scaledscore for a VET Diploma willbe higher than a CertificateIV, which in turn will behigher than a Certificate III.IMPORTANT: VET qualifications must be recorded as completed in a student’s QCAA learning account to be included in15the ATAR calculation.
Scaling - OverviewScaling is necessary so that student resultsin different subjects can be compared fairly.Each state in Australia uses a scaling processin the calculation of the ATAR. In Qld, subjectresults are scaled by QTAC during the ATARcalculation process.Scaling involves transforming “raw” subjectresults during the scaling process to allow theresults for a given subject to be fairly comparedwith the results from any other subject.Uses some complex mathematics to underpinthe process
1.ATAR Documents: qtac.edu.au/atar/2.qtac.edu.au/publications/3.
Sequence of EventsQCAA collectsUnit 3 and 4subject results &completed VETqualificationsQTAC releasesATARs andstudents accesstheir ATARaccountQTAC scalesresultsQTAC receivesraw resultsATARscalculated on aranked scale99.95 To 0.0018
ATAR CalculatorsQTAC does not endorse or support theuse of “ATAR calculators” due to thechanging nature of the student cohortfrom year to year.ATAR calculators do not use currentdata so cannot accurately predict astudent’s possible ATAR.19
2020 ATAR resultsSpotlight on High AchieversStudents receiving an ATAR of 99.95 did sowith: 13 different subject combinations ofsubjects, and 16 distinct General subjects acrosshumanities, languages and STEMWith the release of the ATAR each year,the combination and breadth of subjectscontributing to various levels ofachievement will change.Each ATAR year has a different cohort ofYr 12 students, with differing subjectsstudied and differing abilities.20
Accessing ATARsqtac.edu.au/atar
Accessing ATARs Current Year 12s can open their ATARaccount with QTAC from Tues Aug 3(Opening of Admissions) ATARs will be released at 9am on 17December in 2021 The ATAR release is an online releaseonly, via the ATAR Portal. Students can opt in to receive an ATARrelease notification via email and candownload and print a results notice. Students who wish to study interstatealso need to register for their ATARYr 12s planning to apply for tertiary studyin 2021 also need to complete a QTACapplication from Aug 3. https://www.qtac.edu.au/atar/
Details entered into the ATAR Portal must match theQCAA data23
Other Helpful Documents:qtac.edu.au/atarContents: Background The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) How is the ATAR calculated? Inter-subject scaling Your QCE and your ATAR The ATAR and tertiary selection VET qualifications, the ATAR and tertiary selection Subject prerequisites ATAR Frequently asked questions Steps to tertiary study Applying through QTAC After you have applied Offers Essential information Glossary of common terms
Other Helpful Documents:qtac.edu/atarATAR quick factsheets: ATAR: an overviewATAR and subject prerequisites for tertiaryentranceATAR and VET qualificationsATAR and senior external examinationsTertiary entrance in 2022 – Quick referencefor students and parentsQualifying for a New ATAR
Need help?
OTHER PATHWAYS FOR TERTIARY ENTRY27
28There are other pathways for tertiary entryInstitutions may also consider completed VET qualifications (at Certificate III level and higher) as a basisof tertiary admission on their own (including non-school leavers applying for tertiary study) as summarisedbelow:PolicyInstitutionInstitution specific schedules Australian Catholic UniversityBond UniversityChristian Heritage CollegeCQUniversity AustraliaGriffith CollegeGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityQueensland University of Technology (accepts school leavers with Cert IV &above & who also graduate with a QCE, ATAR or IBD)TAFE QueenslandThe University of Queensland (for non-current school leavers)University of the Sunshine CoastUniversity of Southern QueenslandUniversity of New EnglandSouthern Cross University
29Performing arts qualifications for admissionsNon-AQF performing arts qualifications (such as AMEB awards) are not included in the ATAR calculation.However, some institutions may consider these qualifications on their own (including for non-school leavers)as a basis of admission to tertiary study, as summarised below.PolicyInstitutionInstitution specific schedulesAustralian Catholic UniversityChristian Heritage CollegeCQUniversity AustraliaGriffith CollegeGriffith UniversityJames Cook UniversityTAFE QueenslandThe University of Queensland (for non-current school leavers)University of the Sunshine CoastUniversity of Southern QueenslandUniversity of New EnglandSouthern Cross UniversityInstitutions that will not accept performing Bond Universityarts qualifications as a basis ofQueensland University of Technologyadmission for any category of applicant
Pathways continued University might not be for everyone.If students aren’t looking at getting a university degree,a certificate, diploma or trade qualification might besomething to consider. They can offer great benefitsincluding; Starting work straight away. Practical, on the job training. Possible credit towards a degree down the track.Everyone who goes to university or TAFE is going tohave their own individual experience.Don’t forget, QTAC is here to help match studentswith an opportunity that is right for them.30
COURSES AND WHAT TO LOOK FOR31
What are the courses for which QTAC makes offers?Go to our Course Search function on our website at qtac.edu.au
NB: Examples today show details for 2021 courses. Our website should beupdated late July for 2022 courses in time for when admissions open in August. Add the criteria for the search
NB: Examples today show details for 2021 courses. Our website should beupdated late July for 2022 courses in time for when admissions open in August. Courses are listed
Take note of the informationNB: Examples today show details for 2021 courses. Our website should beupdated late July for 2022 courses in time for when admissions open in August.
check Admissions Criteria tab!NB: Examples today show details for 2021 courses. Our website should beupdated late July for 2022 courses in time for when admissions open in August.
PrerequisitesAssumed KnowledgeRecommended StudyPrerequisites - You must have these subjectsat the specified level of achievement to beeligible for entry into that courseAssumed knowledge - Lecturers will pitch thecontent of the coursework assuming youhave the knowledge from the specifiedsubject at a Year 12 levelRecommended study - This knowledgewould assist you in completing the study
Subject prerequisitesSubject (Units 3 and 4, Letter Grade).For example:Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)Where English is listed as aprerequisite, the description will list allgeneral English subjects as below,then (Units 3 and 4, C): EnglishLiteratureEnglish & Literature ExtensionEnglish as an Additional Language
check Admissions Criteria tab!NB: Examples today show details for 2021 courses. Our website should beupdated late July for 2022 courses in time for when admissions open in August.
check for other prerequisites,apart from subjects.NB: Examples today show details for 2021 courses. Our website should beupdated late July for 2022 courses in time for when admissions open in August.
Subject prerequisitesScience for initial teacher educationprograms in early childhood and primarycan be satisfied by one of the followinggeneral subjects: Agricultural ScienceBiologyChemistryEarth & Environmental ScienceMarine SciencePhysicsPsychology
MAYCHC – Thursday 13th May,6:30pm (virtual)JUNEJCU- Wednesday 23rd June,5:30-7pm (info session)JULYCQU - Saturday 31st JulyJCU - Thursday 15th July,5:30 -7pm (info session)QUT - Saturday 24th July(on campus)- Sunday 25th July(virtual)AUGUSTACU - Saturday 7th August,10am-2pmGU - Sunday 8th AugustSAE – Sunday 8th AugustUQ - Sunday 1st AugustUSQ – Sunday 8th August(Ipswich & Springfield)- Sunday 15th August(Toowoomba)
PREFERENCES43
What is preferencing? Preferencing is an important part ofthe application process as only oneoffer is received at a time, based onyour highest eligible preference Each application has up to 6preferences Preferences can be changed after theapplication is lodged, even after anoffer is made Each application comes with 3 freechanges as part of the application fee It is a good idea to keep onepreference change for when ATARsare released.
Ordering Preferences1st2nd3rd4th5th6thDesired CoursesCourses you want to study the mostBack-up CoursesCourses you would be happy to studyPathway CoursesCourses that will help to upgrade youinto the course you really want
What are pathway courses?Other Tertiary Study Less competitive degrees Different campuses Regional institutions Bridging and tertiary preparatory coursesCombined Diplomas/Degrees Apply for entry into a Diploma Guaranteed entry into the Bachelor course ifthe course is passed Get credit for study done so far andgraduate with two qualifications
Preferencing Example:1st2ndBachelor of Education (Primary) Bachelor of Education (Primary) -3rd4thBachelor of Education (Primary) Bachelor of Education (Primary) -5th6thDip of Higher Edn/B Edn (Primary) Tertiary Preparation Program -
Do all your preferences have thesame Offer Round date?Enter yourpreferences intheir currentorderReorder yourpreferencesaccording toOffer y-information
ADJUSTMENT SCHEMES49
Selection Ranks & Adjustment factorsATARs are calculated only on the students’ actual QCE subject results which have beenscaledAdjustment Factors (EAS, subject, etc) are applied after the ATAR is calculatedApplication Selection Rank ATAR plus Adjustment factorsApplicants may also be assigned a separate Selection Rank for completed VETqualifications.Depending on the institution, your application may be considered based on the selectionrank of your completed VET qualification, or your adjusted ATAR. For many institutions,your highest rank is considered first.QTAC continues to administer Adjustment Factor schemes which have been determinedby individual institutions
Education Access Scheme(EAS) Helps if your studies have been negativelyaffected by circumstances beyond yourcontrol Applies adjustment points to your rank tohelp you compete more equitably for anoffer You can apply to EAS as part of your QTACapplication Must include all the appropriate applicationforms and documentary evidence. Different institutions award differentadjustment factors so one may allow moreor less adjustments than another
Education Access Scheme(EAS)EAS Categories1.Financial Hardship2.Home Environment and Responsibility3.English Language Difficulties4.Personal Illness or Disability5.School Environment* Outstanding EAS documents may stop you fromreceiving an offer. Advise QTAC asap if you are notsubmitting.
Other Adjustment SchemesEach institution has their own adjustments thatare applied at the time of application Regional schoolsSchool relationshipsSubject SchemesElite athletesIntroductory studyEquityAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
OTHER APPLICATION CONSIDERATIONS54
Application Checklist - youwill need these: LUI (Learner Unique Identifier)Alternate email addressAdditional qualification detailsAuthorise someone
Application Process for Current International Year 12Students Applying to QLD Institutions All year 12 students completing the QCE must apply through QTAC For interstate applications please contact the relevant TAC if you are applying as anInternational student.
QTAC Fees 2021/2022Year 12 Students 3 August – 28 February 46Change of Preference 3 changes included for free 4th and subsequent changes 46Ensure payment is complete –please view your receipt!
OFFERS58
How are offers allocated?Applying for: Bachelor of Rocket Science – Prerequisites: English, plus either Maths Methods,Chemistry or Physics4 places available (example only)MIKEEng, Maths Methods,Chem, Art, BioQTAC Selection Rank:94.05AIKOEng, Maths Methods,Bio, Drama, GeoQTAC Selection Rank89.65MIKEEng, Maths Methods,ChemQTAC Selection Rank94.05AIKOEng, Maths Methods,ESTHEREng, Essential Maths,Bio, Art, HPEQTAC Selection Rank82.00SAMUELEng, Chem, Bio, Geo,HPEQTAC Selection Rank72.50ESTHEREngSAMUELEng, ChemQTAC Selection Rank82.00QTAC Selection Rank72.50JASMINEEng, Literature, GenMaths, Bio,EconomicsQTAC Selection Rank98.10NICOLEEng, Maths Methods,Chem, PhysicsJASMINEEng, LiteratureNICOLEEng, Maths Methods,Chem, PhysicsQTAC Selection Rank75.00QTAC Selection Rank98.10QTAC Selection Rank75.00BILLEssential Eng, MathsMethods, Chem,Physics, BioQTAC Selection Rank98.50OMAREng, Maths Methods,Chem, Geo,EconomicsQTAC Selection Rank88.30BILLMaths Methods,Chem, PhysicsOMAREng, Maths Methods,Chem,QTAC Selection Rank98.50QTAC Selection Rank88.30Make 4 offersQTAC Selection UEL72.50Minimum threshold rank is75.00
How do we notify you of youroffer? You’ll get an email and may also get an SMSTo respond to your offer Login to your QTAC account in ApplicationServices at applications.qtac.edu.au Under My Application, select View or Edit Under Offers, select View offer details Select the Respond to offer linkYou may also receive an SMS if your offer isabout to lapse
Response OptionsAccept offerReject offerDefer offer*Available for selected courses
Conditionally Accept Your Offerqtac.edu.au/deferment
You didn’t get your first preference but want to beconsidered for another course or university?Conditionally Accept Your Offer
Didn’t get first preference?Offer Round*Bach of EnvironmentalScience13 JanuaryBach of EnvironmentalScience13 JanuaryBach of EnvironmentalScience - OFFER13 JanuaryBach of Bus &Environmental Science13 JanuaryBach of Wildlife Science13 January*Offer dates may not be accurate for thecourses shown – used as examples only
Conditionally Accept – still be consideredOffer Round*Bach of EnvironmentalScienceFurtherrounds*Bach of EnvironmentalScienceFurtherrounds*Bach of Environmental Science –CONDITIONALLY ACCEPT13 JanuaryBach of Bus &Environmental Science13 JanuaryBach of Wildlife Science13 January*Offer dates may not be accurate for thecourses shown – used as examples only
Received first preference and changed your mind orprefer offer in later offer round?Offer Round*B Nursing - OFFER23 DecemberB Nursing23 DecemberB Nursing13 JanuaryB Nursing13 JanuaryDip Nursing13 January*Offer dates may not be accurate for thecourses shown – used as examples only
Reorder/change preferences first, then Conditionally AcceptOffer Round*– still be consideredB Nursing13 JanuaryB Nursing13 JanuaryB Nursing –23 DecemberCONDITIONALLY ACCEPTB NursingDip Nursing23 December13 January*Offer dates may not be accurate for thecourses shown – used as examples only
Why didn’t I get an offer?1. Did notmeet entryrequirements2. ATAR orselection rankdid not meetthe threshold3. Did not payyourapplicationfee4. Orderedyourpreferencesincorrectly5. Appliedafter the duedate68
International Student and you haven’t received a QTAC offervia SMS or Email? While QTAC processes your application and will be able to answer your enquiries, you will receiveyour offers direct from the institution/s you have applied to. You may receive multiple offers
You have options! Change preferences Pathway options Look to see what courses aren’t ormationRing QTAC and let’s chat
KEY DATES71
What are our key dates for 2021/2022?May31st Final UCAT booking deadlineJuly1st UCAT testing beginsAugust3rd QTAC applications open for 2022 courses3rd ATAR account registration opens (Qld Yr 12s)Some audition and portfolio applications closeSeptemberEarly closing dates for some coursesOctoberReminder to get EAS and supporting documents submittedNovemberOffer rounds continue19th Last day Qld Yr 12December9th Due date to apply & submit documents for December offer round10th Due date to apply & submit documents for January offer round17th Qld ATAR and QCE released20th 12pm Due date for change of preferences prior to next offer round23rd Offer roundJanuary5th Due date for change of preferences prior to next offer round13th Offer roundFurther offer roundsFebruaryFurther offer rounds
READY TO APPLY?73
Go to www.qtac.edu.au and hit Apply
Contact usWebsitewww.qtac.edu.auPhone1300 467 822@qtacinfo75
Admissions Criteria Admissions rules vary: Institutions determine their own admissions rules and QTAC implements them Rules are applied consistently
