Undergraduate application form

This is the undergraduate application form for domestic students

If you are an international student seeking admission, you must complete the International undergraduate application form.

  • Application preamble

    Thank you for considering The University of Notre Dame Australia. Whether you are returning to study, or considering study for the first time, at Notre Dame we are here to help. Our consistent five-star ratings by graduates for the past 12 years is a reflection of our commitment to supporting students every step of the way.

    Notre Dame's admissions process focuses on each applicant as an individual. We use a broad based assessment of suitability which looks at your past achievements and your potential. We aim to assess your capacity to complete your chosen course and to become a valuable contributing member of our community.

    Prior to submitting your application, please consult the 2020 Undergraduate Guide.

    Before commencing this application form please ensure you have electronic copies (PDF or MS Word) of the following documents as you will not be able to save your application once you begin:

    School Leaver Applicant will need:

    • A Personal Statement, of approximately 300 words, outlining the reasons for your course preference and your choice of The University of Notre Dame Australia.
    • Final Year 11 and available Year 12 reports (only if submitting prior to receiving Year 12 results)
    • Supporting documentation (optional)
    • Certified copy* of evidence of citizenship/residency status

    If you have already completed your WACE (WA), HSC (NSW) exams or other interstate Year 12 exams, please include the relevant document(s) below:

    • ATAR Advice Notice and WACE/Record of Achievement
    • International Baccalaureate(IB) results
    • Other interstate Year 12 results

    Non-School Leaver Applicant will need:

    • A Personal Statement, of approximately 300 words, outlining the reasons for your course preference and your choice of The University of Notre Dame Australia.
    • Supporting documentation (optional)
    • Certified copies of transcripts and/or certificate of completion of post-secondary study (including university, TAFE/RTO transcripts or STAT results (written English and multiple choice)
    • Certified copy* of evidence of citizenship/residency status

    If you have any questions whilst completing this application form, please contact the Admissions Office on:

    I have my Personal Statement ready

    Please note, international applicants should not complete this application form. Refer to the International Guide for the relevant application form.

    *A certified copy is a photo copy of an original document that has on it an endorsement from an authorised person who states that it is a true copy of the original document.

    *If born after 20 August 1986, at least one parent must have been born in Australia to prove citizenship. If both parents were born overseas, a valid passport or citizenship certificate must be submitted.

Your details

Your gender
Your date of birth

Your contact details

Mobile or other contact phone number
Your home contact number

Your address details

If applicable
Notification address

Notification address details

Your citizenship details

If you ticked ‘Other’, you are considered to be an international student and are required to complete an international application form – do not complete this form. Contact the Prospective Students Office for further details on +61 8 9433 0533 or at future@nd.edu.au

Date of arrival in Australia
Permanent residency or Citizenship year
Please state year that permanent residency or Citizenship was granted

A certified copy of evidence of citizenship/residency status must be provided. This can be attached in other supporting documentation

Cultural information

Do you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?
if yes

Religion

Notre Dame accepts applications from people of all faiths or no faith at all. While Catholic in our tradition, the University embraces all persons who support the Objects of the University.

[if other religion selected]

Languages

Please list all languages spoken at home in order of use

Special circumstances

Medical or disability support required?
Would you like to receive information on medical/disability support services, equipment and facilities available that may assist you?

Study history

Have you studied previously at Notre Dame Australia?

Study preferences

Program 1

Campus
Commencing semester
Mode of study

Program 2

Campus
Commencing semester
Mode of study

Program 3

Campus
Commencing semester
Mode of study

Academic Background

Have you in the last 5 years completed or are you completing one of the following?
(Eight digits) NESA (NSW) or SCSA (WA) student number. By checking the declaration at the end of this form you are authorising the University to access your results from the School Curriculum and Standards Authority, TISC, or the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
If you have completed year 12 in the past five years please provide your ATAR, OP or IB results
Attach a copy of academic transcripts (school reports, university or TAFE results, etc) as the The University of Notre Dame Australia is not a member of UAC or TISC.

School details

Are you currently completing year 12?

Post Secondary Education

Have you undertaken or completed any post-secondary education?

Post Secondary Institution

The name of the college, university, TAFE or other institution where you have studied
Completed?
Have you completed the course or program?
Date completed
Semester completed
Currently enrolled?
Are you currently enrolled in this course or program?
Anticipated completion date

Special Tertiary Admissions Test

Have you completed or do you intend to complete the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)?
A certified copy of your results must be provided to the University when available.
Date of STAT test
Both the multiple choice and the written English tests must be taken

Church or community involvement

Have you been involved with Church or community?
What group have you been involved with

Community

From
To
Describe your involvement

Community involvement referee

Mobile or contact phone number

Church Involvement

From
To
Describe your involvement

Church involvement referee

Notre Dame Affiliation

From
To

Leadership

From
To

Community involvement referee

Mobile or contact phone number

Work experience

From
To
The job or role that you were performing
Provide a description of your duties

Community involvement referee

Criminal conviction

For NSW applications This information will be used in the strictest confidence. You are not obliged by law to disclose any spent convictions as defined in the Criminal Records Act 1991 (NSW). Please note that ability to obtain a current approved police clearance is a prerequisite for some courses. For WA applications This information will be treated in the strictest confidence. You are not obliged by law to disclose any spent convictions as defined in the Spent Convictions Act (1992) WA. Please note that obtaining a current approved police clearance is a prerequisite for some courses.
Please indicate if you have been convicted of a criminal offence.

Personal statement

The Personal Statement is an essential part of your application. Please attach a Personal Statement of approximately 300 words in length. Your statement should address your reasons for applying to Notre Dame and motivations for pursuing your course of interest.

Write or attach your personal statement.

Other supporting documentation

Please include relevant documentation for your application, for example:

  • Final Year 11 and available Year 12 reports
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) results
  • Certified copy of proof of citizenship or residency status (citizenship certificate, passport, birth certificate)
  • Certified copies of transcripts and/or certificate of completion of post-secondary study (including university, TAFE/RTO transcripts)

You can attach up to 6 documents.

Authorisation to act on my behalf
remainder of this section displays if Authorisation field is selected
Mobile or other contact phone number
Relationship to you
What is a question we can ask to verify somebody has the authority to represent you?
Write the answer they will provide to your secret question

I hearby authorise [name of person ] to act on my behalf in my absence in all matters relating to my application for admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia.

Emergency contact

Mobile or other contact number
Relationship to you

  • Declaration - terms and conditions

    I understand that, should I be successful in securing an interview as part of the application process, I will be required to bring all original copies (or certified copies) of transcripts and academic records as proof of results as outlined above (including photocopies of Year 11 and Year 12 School Reports if not already attached as part of the application).

    It is a legal requirement that you have read and accepted the declaration below:

    • I understand that the University will contact me in relation to my application and may request feedback relating to University admission.
    • I have read the Application Form and the Application Guide carefully, in its entirety, and have included the appropriate documentation.
    • I declare that all information included in my application is factually correct and fairly presented. I understand that if any of the information included here is found to be false, the University reserves the right to vary or reverse any decision made in regards to my application or enrolment. I also understand that the University reserves the right to provide details of the false information to other universities or educational institutions or any other authority which the University considers is appropriate to inform.
    • I am aware that most courses available are offered on a fee-paying basis.
    • I understand that proof of citizenship or permanent residency must be presented if requested by the University.
    • I authorise the University to obtain results from TISC, NESA, Curriculum Council, SCSA and/or any educational institution attended by me currently or in the past.
    • I understand that it is my responsibility to ensure that the application is received by the University.
    • I understand that upon submission of this application and/or any subsequent enrolment at Notre Dame, the University may inform my secondary school of my course of study.
    • Privacy Statement: The information provided in this form will only be used for the administrative or educational purposes of the University, or in accordance with your specific consent. The University will not disclose your personal information to a third party unless required to, or permitted by law or where you have consented to the disclosure.

    Information relating to how the University collects, uses or discloses your personal information and how you may complain about the University's handling of your personal information is contained in the University's Privacy Policy . You have a right to access your personal information that the University holds about you and to seek its correction. If you wish to access your personal information or inquire about the handling of your personal information, please contact the relevant Campus Registrar via email studentadmin@nd.edu.au

    I understand that by submitting this application, I am agreeing to the above Terms and Conditions.

Declaration

Checking this box indicates that you have read and accepted this declaration.