Pathways to La Trobe
La Trobe generally bases selection for undergraduate courses on applicants’ academic performance in Year 12 (including the International Baccalaureate), unless there are other relevant factors such as a folio, interview or consideration of special skills and other experience or circumstances as outlined in a Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) application.
What if I don't receive an offer for my preferred course?
If you don’t receive an offer for your preferred course, don’t worry, other entry pathways exist.
Transfer from another course
You can apply to transfer to a La Trobe course from another university, or from another La Trobe course. After completing the first year of a related course you may gain a place in your preferred course (depending on prerequisites and your first-year grades). You may even get credit for some of your completed subjects. Read more about transferring from another course.
Study single subjects
Studying single subjects is a great alternative pathway to gain entry into your preferred course. Taking one or two single subjects doesn't guarantee you admission, but a strong performance will enhance your application. If you get a place, you can then apply for Advanced Standing (credit) for the subjects you've completed. Taking single subjects is also a great way to find out whether a particular area of study is right for you, and boost your confidence for further uni studies. Read more about single subject study.
La Trobe Melbourne
Your alternate pathway to La Trobe University.
La Trobe Melbourne offers a direct pathway into the second year of several La Trobe University degrees. Visit the La Trobe Melbourne website for details.
Transfer from TAFE
La Trobe also offers students from various TAFEs and other institutions the opportunity to fast-track their undergraduate degree via credit for successful or partial completion of specific Diploma or Advanced Diploma programs. If applying as a TAFE student, you'll be considered a 'Non-Year 12' applicant - refer to the Mature–age applicants website for more detailed information about applying and credit for previous study.
Our students' stories
There are many pathways to university. Read our students’ stories to find out more about the pathways some La Trobe students have taken.
More information
For more detailed information on pathways to and through La Trobe, download our 2012 Pathways Guide. This guide covers formal pathways, credit for previous study, and transfers to and within La Trobe.
