Pathways: I'm ready to try university after working or a break from study

Haven't studied for a while? There are plenty of ways to transition into the university course you've been dreaming of. Our pathways make it easy.

Did you finish school and receive an ATAR?

If you have an ATAR, you may be able to apply for your dream course through one of our entry schemes.

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Aspire Community Contribution

Aspire Community Contribution

Get rewarded for your involvement in community, leadership and volunteering with an early conditional offer into La Trobe.

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Elite Athlete Program

Elite Athlete Program

Are you an elite athlete? We can support both your academic and sporting pursuits.

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Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS)

Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS)

You can receive special consideration if you've experienced educational disadvantage.

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Start with another course

Don’t have the appropriate qualification to get into your dream course? Complete an Undergraduate Diploma, or the first year of a similar Bachelor’s, then transfer to your preferred course.

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La Trobe Diplomas

La Trobe Diplomas

Gain guaranteed entry to a range of Bachelor's courses by completing a Diploma first.

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Certificate courses

Certificate courses

Study an Undergraduate Certificate, then transfer to your chosen Bachelor's course.

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Transfer to your dream course

Transfer to your dream course

Enrol in a similar Bachelor's course, then transfer to your preferred course.

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Partner pathways

Partner pathways

Take a pathway course at La Trobe College Australia, or via our VET and TAFE partners.

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Other options

Or you could apply for your dream course through one of our other pathway options.

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Prepare for university-level study

Prepare for university-level study

Need to build your academic skills? Complete our Tertiary Preparation Program (TPP).

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We recognise your work experience

We recognise your work experience

If you have more than two years of experience, it could help you enter your dream course.

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Any questions? We’d love to help.