ND3304_2019 PG Guide Coursework_WEB

FA Notre Dame 1 MY DEGREE WAS COMPLETED MORE THAN 10 YEARS AGO. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? A previous university degree will meet the entry requirements for most courses. Degrees which have been awarded more than 10 years prior to the date of enrolment, will not be considered for advanced standing, but may meet academic entry requirements. 2 SHOULD I PROVIDE MY DEGREE CERTIFICATE OR TRANSCRIPTS OF STUDY? When applying to the University, it is essential that we see the results of previous study (the certified copy of the transcripts) and the certificate of completion. It should be stated on the degree transcript that the program is complete. If this is not stated, a certified copy of the award will be necessary. 3 CAN I APPLY FOR RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (ADVANCED STANDING)? Yes, applicants who have successfully completed courses at other tertiary or further education institutions in Australia or overseas within the last 10 years may be eligible for Advanced Standing. It is recommended that applicants seeking Advanced Standing discuss this possibility during their admissions interview. After receiving an offer, applicants should submit an Application for Advanced Standing to the Dean of the relevant School at the time of enrolment. 4 I HAVE INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, BUT AM APPLYING AS A DOMESTIC STUDENT. WHAT DO I DO? Complete a postgraduate application form and include certified copies of your international qualifications. If your qualifications are in a language other than English, you must have your qualification translated and provide the Admissions Office with certified copies of the translation and qualification or award. Apply using the domestic student application form and include certified copies of your international qualifications. If your qualifications are in a language other than English, you must have your qualifications translated. This translation must be transcribed and stamped by a National Accreditation Authority of Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) certified translator. You must also provide the Admissions Office with certified copies of the translation and originals of the qualification or award. Please note if you are currently on a Bridging visa or a Temporary Resident visa you are considered an international student. 5 WHAT DOES CERTIFIED COPY MEAN? A certified copy is a photocopy of an original document that has been sighted, stamped and signed by a certifying agent. The people who can do this include Justices of the Peace, accountants, teachers, school/college principals, doctors, postmasters and pharmacists. All copies of transcripts and official documents accompanying an application must be certified. Alternatively, members of the Notre Dame Admissions Office can verify your documents for admission purposes only. 6 CAN I DEFER AND IF SO, FOR HOW LONG? Yes, you can defer your place in most programs for up to 12 months. Complete the Request for Deferred Commencement form outlining the reasons for deferral. Please submit the form before commencement date. You can also take time off during your studies (leave of absence). No more than four semesters leave of absence over the length of the program is allowed, and all degrees must be completed within certain time limits. 7 I AM GOING AWAY DURING THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS, WHAT CAN I DO? If you are away and are not able to deal personally with your application, you can authorise a person to act on your behalf, by emailing admissions@nd.edu.au. 8 ONCE I AM ADMITTED TO NOTRE DAME, CAN I CHANGE TO ANOTHER PROGRAM? In many instances, changing between programs is possible. Please complete a Change of Program form and seek approval from the Dean of the relevant School. Please note, if you wish to commence a program in Master of Teaching or Physiotherapy you will need to complete a new application form and personal statement and submit them to the Admissions Office. 62 Notre Dame Postgraduate Guide Fremantle Campus

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