High school students
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Course preferencing
Figuring out what order to put your courses in can be tricky. Decide on your priorities and do your research. Location, student support, work experience options – what are you looking for?
VTAC offers
When you submit your course preference list to VTAC, they’ll work out what your highest-placed university offer is. First-round offers are released in late December (after ATARs are available).
Alternative entry
If you’ve got a uni course in mind but you don’t meet the entrance requirements, consider doing a pathway course. Improve your academic skills, boost your confidence and get where you want to be.
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Early offer program
If you apply for an early offer, you’ll be guaranteed a place at Federation as long as you meet the ATAR and all course prerequisites. You’ll also get exclusive access to handy content, services and events.
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